Fatehpur Sikri Guided Tour beyond routine

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6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Fatehpur sikri, the second capital of the Mughal emperor Akbar had been popular with various names as Ghost city, Deserted city, lost capital, and such more name among the tourists. Most of the popular tours of this world heritage site are centered around the visit of palaces and the religious part. The present tour package of Fatehpur sikri assimilates the visit of many more interesting palaces; baolis which are not in the main premises but are obliviously are of great importance. In this packages we pick you from your Agra hotel and you are provided the opportunity to visit the surrounding areas of Fatehpur sikri such as Moti lake, Samosa Mahal, Badshah gate etc. which in normal tours are not included you are also provided lunch at Fatehpur sikri and shown traditional Indian village life.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Professional art historian guide
Transport by private vehicle
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Monuments entrance fee

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will pick you from the hotel lobby in Agra

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

In the morning you are received by our representative at your Agra hotel at 7.30 am or the time and properly briefed about the day activities. Later you are driven in an air conditioned car up to Fatehpur sikri. Our expert tour guide will show you first the major highlights of Fatehpur sikri I e Deevan – I – am, Deevan – I – Khas, Panch Mahal, Turk sin Sultana Palace,  Jodha bai Palace, Harem’s Palace etc. Later he will also take you to the part which is untouched in most of the tours. This part comprises of Beerbal Palace, Stables, Pigeon House, Royal Hospital etc. Later you will be shown the religious section which houses the Tomb of Saleem chisti and many other tombs as well as the impressive Mosque. You will also be shown the world’s Highest Gate – The Buland Gate.

After this routine tour you will be driven towards the Moti Lake Area and you get to see the remarkable water supply system. Presently the lake has dried up, you also see the tour Terah Mori (13 canals) to hold the water of the lake you visit some baolis, water tanks which are highly ornate with the painting work. This site has been excavated and a big market area has been found. You are served with a traditional Kulladh Tea (tea in clay cup) Later you visit the village and see the life of an Indian village. After the sightseeing you are driven to a restaurant at the highway for lunch. Post lunch you are driven to Agra towards your hotel.

 

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Supplied by S.A.M Tours & Travels

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