Private Half-Day Tour to Kanheri Caves
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Duration: 6h
Location: Kanheri Caves, Sanjay Ghandi National Park, Mumbai, India | Mumbai, India
Category: Day Trips & Excursio
Highlights:
More than 100 monastic cave dwellings carved into the rock
Stunning forest scenery of Sanjay Gandhi National Park
History of ancient Buddhist rock architecture
Refreshing day spent out of the bustling city
Private guide for a personalized tour
Inclusions:
Guided tour of Kanheri Caves
Admission fees
Roundtrip transportation to and from your central Mumbai hotel via air-conditioned vehicle
Live tour commentary provided in English
Description:
Explore the fascinating cave complex at Kanheri as you learn more about the influence of Buddhism in Indian history and culture. Led by your private guide, wander through the many caverns admiring the extensive network of halls and dwellings used for centuries by ancient societies of monks.
Travel north of Mumbai, through an area of dense forest protected with national park status, to a rocky ravine where the maze of 109 Kanheri caves is hewn into the basalt rock. Keep your eyes out for the many species of diverse flora and fauna that reside here, including spotted deer, macaque monkeys, reptiles, and flocks of birds and butterflies.
Stroll through the labyrinth of grottos, dating from the 1st century BC, that served a Buddhist population for many centuries. See private dwellings, decorative prayer halls, and intriguing sculptures all cut into the rocky hillside. Observe paintings and inscriptions as you appreciate the effect of Buddhism on Indian society.
Cancellation Policy: 4 days
Know before you book:
Children 2 and younger are complimentary.,
Maximum vehicle capacity is 6 passengers.,
You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain,
This activity is not wheelchair accessible.,
If you have limited mobility, you should not take part.
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