Aurangabad private tours come in three distinct styles here: a two-day cave-focused trip, a shorter guided day tour, and a three-day journey that adds Lonar Crater. All three are private experiences, but they differ in pace, included services, and how much ground they cover.
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Aurangabad tour options at a glance
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| Tour | Best for | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Key point | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Two-day cave tour | Travelers who want a private, slower-paced visit covering Ajanta, Ellora, and Bibi Ka Maqbara over two days. | ★ 5.0/5 | 22 reviews | Approx. 48 hr | Private AC car and driver for the full tour | View on Viator |
 Guided day tour | Travelers who want a single-day private tour with the clearest guided structure and flexible pickup and drop-off. | ★ 5.0/5 | 9 reviews | Approx. 10 hr | Private round-trip transport from Aurangabad with flexible pickup and drop-off | View on Viator |
 Three-day journey | Travelers who want the most extended private itinerary and like combining caves with Lonar Crater. | ★ 5.0/5 | 5 reviews | Approx. 72 hr | Three-day format gives the most time on the road and at the sites | View on Viator |
Aurangabad private tours: format and traveler fit
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Skip-the-queue private Ajanta & Ellora 2-Day Tour
Best for: Travelers who want a private, slower-paced visit covering Ajanta, Ellora, and Bibi Ka Maqbara over two days.
This tour is the most spread-out of the three, giving you two full days to cover Ajanta, Ellora, and Bibi Ka Maqbara without trying to fit everything into one outing. The route is explicitly split by day, with Ajanta on day one and Ellora plus Bibi Ka Maqbara on day two. It includes transfers and sightseeing in a private air-conditioned car, plus a professional driver. Entry tickets are included, and the tour is set up for independent exploration, with the option to hire an ASI-approved guide on site if you want extra context.
Two days with built-in flexibility
- Private AC car and driver for the full tour
- Entry tickets to Ajanta, Ellora, and Bibi Ka Maqbara are included
- You can visit independently or hire an ASI-approved guide at the sites
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Private Ajanta Ellora Guided Day Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry
Best for: Travelers who want a single-day private tour with the clearest guided structure and flexible pickup and drop-off.
This option is the shortest experience in the set and is built for travelers who want to see Ajanta, Ellora, or both without committing to a multi-day trip. The tour includes private transport from Aurangabad and is described as having flexible pickup and drop-off. A professional English guide can be booked, which makes this the most clearly guided of the three when that option is selected. Tickets for Ajanta and Ellora are not included here, so this tour suits people who prefer to arrange admission separately while keeping the day itself organized and private.
A compact day with guided support
- Private round-trip transport from Aurangabad with flexible pickup and drop-off
- Option to book a private local professional English guide
- Short single-day format keeps the itinerary compact
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3-Day Private Journey to Ajanta, Ellora Caves, and Lonar Crater.
Best for: Travelers who want the most extended private itinerary and like combining caves with Lonar Crater.
This is the longest itinerary and the only one that adds Lonar Crater to the Ajanta, Ellora, and Bibi Ka Maqbara route. The plan is broken into three days, with Ajanta first, Ellora and Bibi Ka Maqbra on day two, and Lonar Crater plus Daityasudan Temple on day three. It is described as family-friendly private transport, and the booking options let you choose transport only or transport with a guide. Entry tickets are not included, so this works best for travelers who want a custom-feeling multi-day journey and do not mind arranging admission separately.
The most expansive route in the group
- Three-day format gives the most time on the road and at the sites
- Lonar Crater is included alongside the cave itinerary
- Optional professional English-speaking guide can be added
Choosing an itinerary style in Aurangabad
If you want the simplest time commitment, the day tour is the most compact choice. If you prefer a more relaxed pace or want to add Lonar Crater, the two-day and three-day options offer more room to spread out the sightseeing.
Day split
Ajanta on day one; Ellora and Bibi Ka Maqbara on day two.
Single-day route
A private day tour centered on Ajanta, Ellora, or both.
Three-day route
Ajanta, then Ellora and Bibi Ka Maqbra, then Lonar Crater and Daityasudan Temple.
Before you book in Aurangabad
Check the live product page before booking. Departure details, activity order, inclusions, and available options can change.
Aurangabad booking checklist
- Check whether entry tickets are included before you book, since that varies by product.
- Guide service is included on some options and optional or not included on others.
- The vehicle type and group size limits differ by option, so confirm the car setup that matches your party.
Aurangabad tour questions answered
Which tour is the shortest private option?
The private guided day tour is the shortest of the three, with a single-day format.
Which option includes Lonar Crater?
The three-day private journey is the only one that explicitly includes Lonar Crater in the itinerary.
Do all three tours include a guide?
No. One tour does not include guide service, one offers an optional guide at the sites, and one offers a guide as an optional booking choice.