Elephanta Caves Half-Day Guided Tour with Expert

Highlights

• Visit the Elephanta Caves, a must-see UNESCO site
• Learn about the cave excavations at Elephanta, all carved from solid basalt rock
• Discover the Buddhist and Hindu temples built into the caves

Description

Explore the beautiful Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on this tour from Mumbai. Marvel at the caves and learn about the history, artifacts, and structures from your guide.  First take the ferry to Elephanta Caves, which is a must-see destination for history buffs or archaeology aficionados. Climb 120 steps to the plateau where these caves can be entered. Dive into the history behind the artifacts and structures found in seven major excavation sites. Enter the hall, a masterpiece of 6th-century architecture that is supported by huge pillars. Explore 3 caves and learn interesting facts about India's religious history. Each cave has a unique feature. One is a large Hindu Cave, the other is a Buddhist cave, and the final cave is dedicated to the God Shiva, with an immense, three-headed Shiva sculpture. After the Elephanta Caves, you will go back to Mumbai by ferry.

Includes

Guide Ferry tickets Entrance fee to Elephanta Caves Toy Train at Elephanta Island Skip the line at Elephanta Caves Bottled water on arrival at Elephanta Island Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)

Excludes

Food and drinks

Important Information

• Elephanta Caves are closed on Mondays During the monsoon (June-Sept), ferries may be delayed or canceled due to heavy rain, strong winds, and high tides. Full refunds are available if tours are canceled, but expect possible delays during this period

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund