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arrow_back Back to main guideAirport: Aurangabad Airport (IXU), 100km from caves
Aurangabad Railway Station (AWB)
Major station with trains from Mumbai, Delhi, and other major cities. Located in the city center.
Booking: IRCTC or 12Go.asia
Note: Trains more comfortable
₹1500-2500 per day
Best for: Comfort, reaching remote locations
Negotiate the price beforehand. Hire a taxi for the entire day for convenience.
₹100-200 per trip
Best for: Budget travelers, covering long distances
Buses can be crowded. Check the bus schedule in advance. Be prepared for delays.
₹50-150 per trip
Best for: Short distances within Aurangabad
Negotiate the price before starting the ride. Be aware of traffic.
Smart strategies to beat the rush and travel peacefully
Visit Pench, Kanha, or Nagarhole for better tiger sightings, fewer people
alternativesMonsoon season (July-September) offers empty attractions in most regions
seasonSchool vacation periods (May-June, Dec-Jan) bring domestic tourist rush
seasonSkip Jaipur's Amber Fort at midday - visit before 9 AM instead
timingAvoid full moon nights at Taj Mahal - extremely popular and expensive
timingMeghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh barely see international tourists
alternativesBook first entry slot for Taj Mahal to experience it nearly empty
bookingExplore Orchha instead of Khajuraho for uncrowded temple complexes
alternativesAvoid: Weekends, Indian holidays (Jan 26, Aug 15, Diwali), school vacations (May-June, Dec-Jan).
Best: Weekday mornings, monsoon season for most destinations, opposite shoulder seasons.
Respect silence in meditation spaces - Buddhist monasteries and meditation centers appreciate quiet. Whisper and turn off phone ringers.
Purchase SIM at the airport when you arrive
Inter-state tensions exist in some regions - Be aware of sensitive border issues, particularly in northeastern states, Kashmir, and between some neighboring states.
Take at least one long-distance train journey
Take local buses to nearby towns like Tonk from Jaipur
Get travel insurance - it's essential despite cheap medical care
Visit Nagaland to meet former headhunter tribes
Auto-rickshaws must use meters in some cities - In Delhi, Mumbai, and others, drivers are legally required to use meters. Insist on it or walk away.
Pushkar Camel Fair is unique - This November gathering in Rajasthan combines livestock trading with cultural performances and competitions.
Local markets are best for spices - Buy them whole rather than ground to ensure freshness and authenticity. They're incredibly cheap.
Navratri means nine nights of dancing - Particularly in Gujarat, this autumn festival features traditional garba and dandiya raas dancing.
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