Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra from Delhi by Train

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• India Gate (Pass by)

  Train Gatimaan Express Super Fastest Train from Delhi to Agra (Depart from Delhi: 8:10am and Arrive in Agra: 9:50am) Train Gatimaan Express Super Fastest Train from Agra to Delhi (Depart from Agra: 5:50pm and Arrive in Hazart Nizam-Uddin Delhi: 7:30pm) Note: All Travelers date of birth, gender, Passport number and Nationality are required at time of booking You will be picked up from your hotel or the airport — it’s your choice in Delhi at 7am and will be driven to the Nizam-Uddin railway station and catch your train Gatimaan Express at 8:10am. Your driver/representative will escort you to your train. Train arrive at Agra Cantt Railway station at 9:50am, You will be greeted by your driver with your name on the nameplate at the main exit gate. He will transfer you to a 4/5 star hotel, where you will have some time to freshen up and, later meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby. Your tour will start with a visit the Taj Mahal with your tour Guide 90-120 minute’s approx. It is regarded by many as the best example of Mughal architecture and is widely recognized as "the jewel of Muslim art in India". It is one of the world’s most celebrated structures and a symbol of India’s rich history. Next you will make a stop for buffet lunch at air conditioned restaurant “Pinch of Spice” at 1pm (own expense) After lunch, continue your tour by visiting Agra Fort with your tour Guide 50-80 minute’s approx, built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D. from red sandstone. The maze of the courtyards, mosques and private chambers of the fort echoes the story of the Mughal Empire. If time permit, you may enjoy some shopping. Agra is known for its fabulous handicrafts. The Mughals were great patrons of arts and crafts. Empress Nur Jahan took personal interest and was an accomplished artist herself in zari embroidery work. Agra's major handicraft products beside an inlay are: brass-ware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery and leather accessories and clothes. At the end of this tour at 4:30pm you will be transferred back to Agra Cantt railway station to catch your train back to Delhi, which departs at 5:40pm. At 7:30pm upon arrival to Nizamuddin Delhi railway station, you will be greeted by your driver, who then will transfer you back to your hotel in New Delhi

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• All Travelers date of birth, gender, Passport number and Nationality are required at time of booking
• Dress code is smart casual
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

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