10-Day Tour Aurangabad to Bangalore: Temples Caves & UNESCO Sites

10-Day Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Aurangabad Welcome to Aurangabad! Upon arrival, meet our representative, who will introduce you to the tour and connect you with your driver. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. In the evening, you can explore the local market or enjoy a relaxing dinner. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Aurangabad to Ellora Caves & Daulatabad Fort(Distance: 80 km / 2-hour drive) Begin the day with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Ellora Caves, just an hour from Aurangabad. Marvel at the intricate rock-cut temples, including the iconic Kailasa Temple. After lunch, visit Daulatabad Fort, renowned for its strategic location and rich history. If time permits, revisit Bibi Ka Maqbara. Return to Aurangabad for an overnight stay.

Day 3: Aurangabad to Ajanta Caves Excursion(Distance: 200 km / 4-hour drive) After breakfast, embark on a day trip to the UNESCO-listed Ajanta Caves, famous for their ancient Buddhist frescoes and stunning rock-cut architecture from the 2nd century BCE. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading back to Aurangabad for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Aurangabad to Vijayapura(Distance: 430 km / 6-hour drive) Enjoy a scenic drive to Vijayapura, passing through picturesque villages and highways. Stop for breaks at recommended spots along the way. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and rest. Stay overnight in Vijayapura.

Day 5: Vijayapura to Badami(Distance: 120 km / 2 hours 30 minutes drive) After breakfast, explore Vijayapura’s landmarks, including Gol Gumbaz, Ibrahim Roza, Jama Masjid, and Barakaman. After lunch, proceed to Badami. Upon arrival, check into your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 6: Badami to Hampi(Distance: 140 km / 3 hours 30 minutes drive) Start the day with a visit to the stunning Badami Caves, followed by Pattadakal and Aihole. After lunch, continue the journey to Hampi. Upon arrival, check into your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 7: Hampi Spend a full day exploring the historical wonders of Hampi, including the Virupaksha Temple and Vitthala Temple. Overnight stay in Hampi.

Day 8: Hampi to Chitradurga to Hassan(Distance: 320 km / 6-hour drive) After breakfast, drive to Chitradurga to explore the historic Chitradurga Fort. Following lunch, continue to Hassan and check into your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 9: Hassan to Halebeedu to Belur to Mysore(Distance: 200 km / 4-hour 30 minutes drive) Start the day with a visit to the magnificent Halebeedu Temple. Then, continue to Belur for lunch and explore its iconic temple. Afterward, visit Srirangapatna before driving to Mysore. Overnight stay in Mysore.

Day 10: Mysore to Somanathapura to Bangalore(Distance: 170 km / 3 hours 30 minutes drive) On the final day, begin with a visit to the majestic Mysore Palace. Then, proceed to Bangalore, stopping at the exquisite Somanathapura Temple en route. After a lunch break, arrive at Bangalore airport between 4:00 and 5:00 PM, concluding your memorable tour.

Overnight Stays:

Night 1, 2, and 3: Stay in Aurangabad. (Sambhaji Nager) Night 4: Stay in Bijapur. (Vijayapura) Night 5: Stay in Badami. Night 6 and 7: Stay in Hampi. Night 8: Stay in Hassan. Night 9: Stay in Mysore. This layout makes it easy for your clients to understand where they will be staying each night during the tour.