Why choose this Mumbai tour ?
Linda Tours Mumbai’s Karla and Bhaja Caves excursion offers a unique journey into ancient India. This 7-8 hour adventure takes visitors to Lonavala to explore two significant Buddhist cave complexes. The tour showcases over 2,000 years of spiritual and architectural history, featuring remarkable rock-cut structures and intricate carvings.
The itinerary allocates 4 hours to the expansive Karla Caves and 1 hour to the compact Bhaja Caves, providing a comprehensive look at ancient Buddhist monastic life and art. This off-the-beaten-path experience offers a serene atmosphere contrasting with Mumbai’s urban energy.
The tour blends adventure, education, and cultural exploration, complemented by expert commentary. It creates an enriching experience that goes beyond typical sightseeing, making it an excellent choice for those seeking to connect with India’s rich heritage. Photographers and history enthusiasts will find numerous opportunities to explore and capture the ancient wonders.
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What makes Karla and Bhaja Caves Tour a unique experience ?
The Karla Caves, Karli Caves, Karle Caves or Karla Cells, are a complex of ancient Buddhist Indian rock-cut caves at Karli near Lonavala, Maharashtra. It is just 10.9 Kilometers away from Lonavala. The group at Karla is one of the older and smaller of the many rock-cut Buddhist sites in Maharashtra, but is one of the best-known because of the famous “Grand Chaitya”, which is “the largest and most completely preserved” chaitya hall of the period, as well as containing unusual quantities of fine sculpture, much of it on a large scale.
Bhaja Caves or Bhaje caves is a group of 22 rock-cut caves dating back to the 2nd century BC located in Pune district, near Lonavala, Maharashtra. The caves are 400 feet above the village of Bhaja, on an important ancient trade route running from the Arabian Sea eastward into the Deccan Plateau (the division between North India and South India). The inscriptions and the cave temple are protected as a Monument of National Importance, by the Archaeological Survey of India per Notification No. 2407-A. It belongs to the Hinayana Buddhism sect in Maharashtra.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Linda Tours Mumbai.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Kolkata.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
