Caves of the Deccan
Signature Journey · 3 Nights

Caves of the Deccan

Two UNESCO cave complexes: 2nd-century BCE Buddhist frescoes and a temple carved top-down from a single cliff.

3
Nights of privacy
03
Curated days
03
Signature stays
Why this journey

Art-historian escort at both sites, first-entry access at Ajanta and a private lamp-lit reading of the Padmapani frescoes.

At a glance

Who it's for

They return for

Discerning international travellers return for the discretion, the warmth and the quiet luxury that we have refined over many years.

Perfect for

Couples celebrating a milestone, families seeking privacy, and travellers who prefer curation over crowds.

Standard

Heritage city hotel. Best in October – March.

Signature inclusions

What we take care of

Private chauffeur throughout
Award-winning luxury resort stays
Private guide and concierge
Fine dining reservations arranged
Airport meet and assist
Personal photography session
Private airport transfers
24/7 personal concierge
The route

Day by day

  1. 1
    Day 1Arrival

    IXU transfer, Bibi ka Maqbara and Daulatabad fort at golden hour.

  2. 2
    Day 2Ajanta

    Early departure, full day in the painted caves with your historian, riverside picnic lunch.

  3. 3
    Day 3Ellora & departure

    Kailasa temple at opening, Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga, transfer to IXU.

Where you'll stay

The address book

Vivanta Aurangabad1
Vivanta Aurangabad
Signature stay
WelcomHotel Rama International2
WelcomHotel Rama International
Alternate luxury
Lemon Tree Aurangabad3
Lemon Tree Aurangabad
Comfortable option
Signature moments

Experiences woven in

Private sunrise experienceChef's table with local winesAyurveda or spa ritualCultural performance in a private setting
Fine print

What's in, what's out

Included in the fare
All accommodations in luxury categoryDaily breakfast; select lunches and dinnersPrivate chauffeur and vehiclePrivate guide at each destinationAll entrance fees and experiences listedPersonal concierge
Priced separately
International airfarePersonal shopping and gratuitiesTravel insuranceMeals not specified
The India Tour promise
01
Fully private

No coaches, no groups. Your chauffeur, your guide, your suite.

02
One dedicated manager

Reachable 24/7 from arrival to departure.

03
Fixed before you notice

If something is off, we resolve it invisibly.

Reserve your dates

Speak to a journey designer.

We reply within one working day. Share your travel window and party size — we'll return with a preliminary itinerary, hotel options and an all-inclusive quote.