About the Aurangabad Heritage Tour from Shirdi
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, still widely known as Aurangabad, is the gateway to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Ajanta and Ellora – and is packed with Mughal-era monuments of its own.
From Shirdi you can cover the city's highlights in a day, or stretch it to two days to add Ajanta. Our drivers plan the route around monument timings so you spend your time sightseeing, not waiting.
| Location | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra |
|---|---|
| Distance from Shirdi | 115 km (approx.) |
| Travel time | 2.5–3 hrs |
| Suggested duration | 1–2 days |
| Best time to visit | Oct–Mar |
| Pickup | Any hotel, lodge, bus stand or railway station in Shirdi |
Highlights
- Bibi Ka Maqbara – the 'Taj of the Deccan'
- Daulatabad (Devgiri) Fort
- Panchakki water mill
- Ellora Caves and Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga en route
Suggested itinerary
- Day 1 morningShirdi to Ellora Caves and Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga
- Day 1 afternoonDaulatabad Fort, then Bibi Ka Maqbara and Panchakki
- Day 2 (optional)Full-day excursion to Ajanta Caves
- ReturnDrive back to Shirdi or drop at Aurangabad airport/railway station
Itineraries are flexible – tell us what you'd like to add or skip and we'll plan around your family.
Travel tips
- Ellora is closed on Tuesdays and Ajanta on Mondays – plan around it.
- Wear good walking shoes; Daulatabad Fort involves a steep climb.
- We can drop you at Aurangabad airport after the tour.
Cars available for this trip
Swift Dzire (4 pax) · Ertiga / Tour M (7 pax) · Innova Crysta (7–8 pax) · Tempo Traveller / Urbania (12–15 pax). Compare cabs →
Frequently asked questions
How far is Aurangabad from Shirdi?
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad) is about 115 km from Shirdi, around 2.5–3 hours by road.
Is one day enough for Aurangabad from Shirdi?
One day covers Ellora, Grishneshwar, Daulatabad and Bibi Ka Maqbara. Add a second day if you want to see Ajanta.
Can you drop me at Aurangabad airport after sightseeing?
Yes, one-way tours ending at the airport or railway station are available.
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