Shirdi is a religious spot which is famous as a place of pilgrimage because the Shirdi Sai Baba lived here. There is a shrine dedicated to Sai Baba in this region. Built on top of Sai Baba’s Samadhi, the temple is appreciated for its architecture and the lush green setting.Ajanta and Ellora are the pride of Maharashtra. The rock-cut caves of both these sites are world famous and illustrate the degree of skill and artistry that Indian craftsmen had achieved several hundred years ago.There are beautiful murals (paintings done on walls) in the caves, depicting scenes from the life of the Buddha.
Day 1
On arrival at Aurangabad airport, you will be transferred to Shirdi. On the way to Shirdi, visit the famous Shani Shingnapur Temple which is around 80 kms away and will take 1.5 hours to reach. Shingnapur village is known not only known for its popular temple of Shani, the Hindu god of planet Saturn, but is also famous for the fact that no house has doors; the fear of god preventing any thefts. After a relatively quick darshan, proceed to Shirdi which will again take 1.5 hours to reach. On arrival, check into the hotel and then visit the famous Sai Baba Mandir. Return to the hotel in the evening and stay overnight at the hotel in Shirdi.
Day 2
After an early breakfast, leave from Shirdi and transfer to Aurangabad hotels via the famous Ellora caves. Ellora caves are a World Heritage site. Ellora represents the epitome of Indian rock-cut architecture. The 34 "caves", which are actually structures that have been excavated out of the vertical face of the Charanandri hills. Buddhist, Hindu and Jain rock-cut temples and viharas and mathas were built between the 5th century and 10th century. The 12 Buddhist (caves 1–12), 17 Hindu (caves 13–29) and 5 Jain (caves 30–34) caves, built in proximity, demonstrate the religious harmony prevalent during this period of Indian history. One aspect a typical visitor overlooks is the geological background of Ellora.After spending a few hours in Ellora, proceed to visit Daulatabad. Daulatabad is a 14th century fort city which includes the hill-fortress of Devagiri (also simply known as Daulatabad Fort). After visiting the fort, arrive in Aurangabad in the evening and check-in to the hotel. The rest of the evening is free at your leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 3
After breakfast, go for a full day excursion to Ajanta caves. Since 1983, the Ajanta Caves have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can get an excellent view and perspective of inside the Kailasa temple by climbing up the hill around it. Its immense size covers twice the area of the Pantheon in Athens and is one and a half times as high. Return to hotel in the evening and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4
After breakfast in the morning, check out of the hotel and be transferred to the airport. The Tour concludes. |
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Accommodation for 01 night in Shirdi.
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Accommodation for 02 nights in Aurangabad.
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Meals: breakfast.
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Darshan at Sai Baba Mandir and Shani Shingnapur Temple.
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Hotel's other complimentary services.
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Package Excludes |
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Any kind of personal expenses or extra meals ordered.
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Anything not specifically mentioned under the head "Package includes"
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Tips, insurance, laundry, phone calls,Guide or Entrance Fees to monuments, museum, Camera fee, soft or hard drinks & starters etc.
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The services of vehicles is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the itinerary.
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Any increase in taxes or fuel, leading to an increase in surface transportation & land arrangements which may come into effect prior to departure.
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Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, road blocks etc (to be borne by the clients directly on the spot).
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Remarks: Fundoo Vacations holds the right to change the airline/hotel and travel date (any point of time before the departure of the tour, alternate options will be advised in case this happens). Surcharges might be applicable in case the dates fall under any events or trade fairs.
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GST Extra as Applicable
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