Private Tour: Kanheri Caves From Mumbai

Visit Kanheri Caves situated in the midst of the forests of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park and discover the remains of an ancient Buddhist settlement dating back to the 3rd century A.D. The caves contain Buddhist sculptures, paintings and inscriptions from the 1st century B.C. to the 10th century A.D. The caves are located at an hour’s drive from Mumbai.

Highlights
• Private tour of ancient rock-cut caves
• Commentary from your own private guide
• Learn about the history of Indian rock architecture, one of the oldest styles of religious architecture

You will be picked up from your hotel in Mumbai for the hour-long drive to Sanjay Gandhi National Park situated on the western outskirts of Mumbai.

Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the Indian countryside as you go past valleys and quaint villages. At the end of the drive, you will reach the Kanheri Caves, located deep within the green forests of Sanjay Gandhi National Park, one of Asia’s major national parks. Dating back from the 1st century BC to the 10th century A.D., these caves offer a window into the lifestyle of an ancient Buddhist settlement. As you explore the caves, your guide will point out the areas that were meant for living, studying and meditation, and those which were designed as worship halls. Marvel at the system of canals and cisterns and learn how they provided water to the caves’ inhabitants.

At the end of the tour head back to Mumbai, stopping for lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant on the way.

On reaching Mumbai you will be dropped back at your hotel.