Taj Mahal & Agra Tour by Gatimaan Express Train from Delhi

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  New Delhi

  At 7:00 AM get picked up from the airport or your hotel in the Delhi NCR area, before being taken to the Nizamuddin railway station. Enjoy the 90-minute air-conditioned train journey that departs at 8:10 am with complimentary breakfast. Experience the fun and excitement of travelling on India's Fastest Train - Gatimaan Express At 9:50 am, you will reach Agra Cantt railway station. Upon exit, you will be met by your private guide with your name sign.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Taj Mahal

  Arrive Agra & Upon exit, you will be met by your private guide with your name sign. Start the tour by visiting the Taj Mahal one of the Seven Wonders of this World, Taj Mahal (A Unesco World Heritage Site), The world's best-known tomb stands testimony to the timeless love story of the 17th century Fifth Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Built using white marble. This symbol of eternal love attracts people's mind from all over the world to see it every year & feel love at first sight. No trip to Agra would be complete without visiting this world’s most iconic monument.

  2 hours • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Agra Fort

  After Taj Mahal, visit The Agra Fort an architectural masterpiece now a Unesco World Heritage Site, Built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D, this huge fort is Also known as Lal Qila(Red Fort) or Qila-i-Akbari, is a symbol of Agra so that it is often referred to as a walled city. Made of red sandstone was once the erstwhile residence of the Mughals. The maze of the courtyards, mosques & private chambers of the fort echoes the story of the Mughal Empire. Within the premises of Agra Fort lie the most exquisite structures like the Pearl Mosque, Diwan-i I Khas, Diwan-i I Aam, Moti Masjid and Jahangiri Mahal. The elegant buildings inside reflect an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles View of Yamuna River and Taj Mahal from the fort's pavilions is mind-stirring.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 4
  Agra

  Take a break for lunch in hotel for tasty buffet Lunch (own basis)

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Itmad-ud-Daula

  Once you have enjoyed your lunch, visit Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb (Baby Taj) which is one of the most impressive architectural wonders of the city of Agra. This monument is considered to be the inspiration behind the Taj Mahal. For this fact it is known as the “Baby Taj Mahal”. Many tourists that visit Agra for the Taj Mahal also look for the Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb. Despite the similarities, the tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah is considered a more delicate artwork than Taj Mahal, with marble lattice screens and fine carvings. This was the first of many tombs to be erected on the banks of River Yamuna. If you are visiting Agra, you ought to pay a visit to this unique construction, which stands as an initial to every marble monument that glorifies Agra.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 6
  New Delhi

  At around 4:30 pm, begin your return journey back Agra Cantt Railway station, where you will take the Gatimaan train departing at 5:45 PM to Delhi with supper on board. Upon arrival, you will be transferred back to your desired location in Delhi by private car. Your tour ends with wonderful memories of Taj Mahal Tour which will last for a lifetime.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• SPECIAL NOTE: Just in case, Gatimaan Train Tickets are not available, we will book Shatabdi Express Train Tickets for you.

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