Aurangabad heritage day tour

• Local guide fluent in English, if the option is chosen. • Admission fees to sites, if the option is selected. • Private air-conditioned vehicle for transportation to and from your hotel. • Lunch, if the option is chosen. • Applicable government taxes. • Bottled water provided in the vehicle.

• Charges for photography at monuments. • Tips and optional activities. • Any items not specified in the inclusions.

• Infants and young children may be accommodated in a pram or stroller • Nearby public transportation options exist • Specialized seats for infants are provided • Accessible for individuals of all fitness levels

To receive a full refund, cancellation must occur a minimum of 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.

Guests are required to submit their hotel name and address during booking or no later than three days before the trip date. A guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the designated time. Contact information will be provided one day before the tour.

• 9:00 AM - Pickup will be arranged from your hotel in Aurangabad. The first stop is Bibi Ka Maqbara, recognized as the "Tomb of the Lady." Here, you can appreciate the stunning design of the mausoleum, constructed by Prince Azam Shah in memory of his mother, Dilras Banu Begum. Insights into the history and architecture of this site will be shared by your guide. • 10:00 AM - The next location is the Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum, which honors the Maratha emperor Chhatrapati Shivaji. This museum features a noteworthy collection of artifacts from the Maratha empire, such as weapons, paintings, and manuscripts. Information regarding the exhibits and Chhatrapati Shivaji's life will be provided by your guide. • 11:00 AM - Following the museum visit, you will go to Panchakki, a 17th-century water mill that ground grain for pilgrims traveling to the nearby Dargah of Baba Shah Musafir. Your guide will explain the mill's historical significance and its operation, which is driven by an underground channel fed by a local spring. • 12:00 PM - After lunch, the group will proceed to the Aurangabad Caves, comprising 12 rock-cut Buddhist shrines on a hillside. Dating back to the 6th and 7th centuries, these caves showcase elaborate carvings, sculptures, and frescoes that illustrate Buddhist teachings and narratives. Your guide will provide context on the history, art, and culture reflected in these ancient caves. • 2:00 PM - The tour will conclude with a drop-off back at your hotel in Aurangabad.