Maharashtra

Ajanta and Ellora Caves

Maharashtra, India

Two Thousand Years of Rock-Cut Art in a Single Trip

Duration 2-3 Days
Budget ₹ Rs 8,000 per person
Best Time Nov-Mar
Rating (5/5)
State

Maharashtra

Best Time

Nov-Mar

Duration

2-3 Days

Budget

Rs 8,000 per person

Rating

(5/5)

About Ajanta and Ellora Caves

Two UNESCO cave complexes: Ajanta's Buddhist murals and Ellora's monolithic Kailasa temple carved from one rock.

Two UNESCO cave complexes: Ajanta’s Buddhist murals and Ellora’s monolithic Kailasa temple carved from one rock.Ajanta and Ellora Caves sits in Maharashtra, west india, and suits a trip of around 2-3 days. The most comfortable months are Nov-Mar. Budget from around Rs 8,000 per person excluding long-distance travel.Replace this paragraph with your own first-hand notes on Ajanta and Ellora Caves – what you did, what it cost, what you would skip. That original detail is what makes the page rank.

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WHY VISIT

Why Visit Ajanta and Ellora Caves?

Discover what makes Ajanta and Ellora Caves a destination worth experiencing.

Scenery

The landscapes around Ajanta and Ellora Caves are the main reason most people make the trip.

Local Culture

Food, festivals and daily life in Maharashtra that you will not find in a guidebook.

Things To Do

Enough to fill 2-3 days without rushing between sights.

Best Season

Nov-Mar offers the clearest weather and the most open routes.

Top Attractions

Ajanta and Ellora Caves Main Viewpoint

The most photographed outlook in Ajanta and Ellora Caves, best in the soft light just after sunrise.

1 Hour Free

Best Time: Sunrise

Ajanta and Ellora Caves Old Quarter Walk

A slow wander through the older lanes of Ajanta and Ellora Caves, where the everyday rhythm of Maharashtra is easiest to see.

2-3 Hours Free

Best Time: Morning

Ajanta and Ellora Caves Heritage Site

The principal historic or natural landmark at Ajanta and Ellora Caves and the reason most itineraries include it.

2 Hours Rs 25-600

Best Time: Morning

Ajanta and Ellora Caves Local Market

Produce, crafts and street food. Come hungry and carry small notes.

1-2 Hours Free

Best Time: Late afternoon

Ajanta and Ellora Caves Sunset Point

The spot locals head to at the end of the day, and usually the best photograph you will take in Ajanta and Ellora Caves.

1 Hour Free

Best Time: Sunset

Suggested Itinerary

1

Arrival and Settling In

Meals
Breakfast not included
2

The Main Sights

Meals
Breakfast
3

Getting Out of Town

Meals
Breakfast, packed lunch

Estimated Budget

Accommodation

3200

Mid-range guesthouse or 3-star hotel, per night.

Food and Drink

1800

Three meals a day at local restaurants.

Local Transport

1400

Shared taxis, autos and short transfers.

Activities and Entry

1100

Site entry fees and one paid activity.

Miscellaneous

500

Tips, SIM, laundry and small extras.

Weather & Best Time to Visit

Understand the weather throughout the year to plan the perfect trip.

January

High
Temperature

10 to 25 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

February

High
Temperature

10 to 25 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

March

High
Temperature

22 to 33 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

April

Moderate
Temperature

28 to 42 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

May

Moderate
Temperature

28 to 42 C

Rainfall

Light

Humidity

Moderate

June

Low
Temperature

28 to 42 C

Rainfall

Heavy

Humidity

High

July

Low
Temperature

22 to 33 C

Rainfall

Heavy

Humidity

High

August

Low
Temperature

22 to 33 C

Rainfall

Heavy

Humidity

High

September

Low
Temperature

22 to 33 C

Rainfall

Heavy

Humidity

High

October

Moderate
Temperature

22 to 33 C

Rainfall

Light

Humidity

Moderate

November

High
Temperature

10 to 25 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

December

High
Temperature

10 to 25 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

Travel Information

Everything you need to know before planning your journey.

Destination Facts

State Maharashtra
Best Time Nov-Mar
Ideal Duration 2-3 Days
Starting Budget Rs 8,000 per person
Coordinates 20.5519, 75.7033
Region West India
Languages Hindi, English and the local language of Maharashtra
Our Rating 5 out of 5

Travel Essentials

Currency Indian Rupee (INR)
Language Hindi, English and the local language of Maharashtra
Emergency 112 (national emergency number)
Connectivity Jio and Airtel have the widest coverage
Getting Around Autos, shared taxis and app cabs where available
What to Pack Layers suited to Nov-Mar
Health Drink filtered or bottled water only
Connectivity Tip Carry a power bank

Frequently Asked Questions

Nov-Mar is the most comfortable window for Ajanta and Ellora Caves, with the most reliable weather for sightseeing and outdoor activity.

Around 2-3 days covers the main sights at a relaxed pace. Add a day or two if you want day trips nearby.

Budget from roughly Rs 8,000 per person for accommodation, food and local transport, excluding long-distance travel to Maharashtra.

Ajanta and Ellora Caves is in Maharashtra, west india, at approximately 20.5519, 75.7033.

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