Same Day Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi

5.0
(4 reviews)
New Delhi, India

12 to 14 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 9 more

Spend the day in Agra with this there-and-back day trip from Delhi. Visit the city's major highlights—the Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort—in a single day, with the benefit of a tour guide's thoughtful commentary. Additional stops include I’tmad–ud–daulah tomb (known as the Baby Taj).

Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Delhi

Bottled water provided to keep passengers hydrated

Guide provides in-depth commentary

Round-trip private transportation for efficiency and comfort

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Professional guide (Multiple Language on request)
Transport by private vehicle
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Any parts of Delhi

Itinerary

Duration: 12 to 14 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    New Delhi

    Early morning our driver will pick you up and you will proceed to Agra by Yamuna Express Way. Midway you will stop for refreshment. Around 09:15 hrs you will reach Agra City and will be taken straight to Taj Mahal. The Mughal City Agra is most famous for the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Taj Mahal

    Visit Taj Mahal Around 10:00 hrs you will reach the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal, an essential sight for all visitors to India is one of the most achingly beautiful architectural achievements in the world, and is considered to be a symbol of enduring love. Shrouded in white marble the sheer elegance, purity and sentiment that are an integral part of the monument have touched the hearts of people from all corners of the world. One of the seven wonders of the world and a world heritage site was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in loving memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal who died while giving birth to their fourteenth child. Built in pure white marble Taj Mahal is located along the banks of the River Yamuna, the Taj spreads across almost 42 acres of land and it is believed that this particular spot was chosen by the emperor because of its peaceful and soothing effect. One of the seven wonders of the world, it stands as a tribute to undying love and all who visit it stand awed at the first impression created by this marvel in white marble.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Agra Fort

    Visit Agra Fort Visit Agra Fort constructed by Emperor Akabar in 1565 A.D and includes many other buildings like the Moti Masjid and Musanman Burj, where Shah Jahan is believed to have been imprisoned and died.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Itmad-ud-Daula

    Tomb of I'timad-ud-Daulah is a Mughal mausoleum within the town of Agra in the Indian kingdom of Uttar Pradesh. Often defined as a "jewel container", sometimes called the "Baby Taj", the tomb of I'timad-ud-Daulah is frequently appeared as a draft of the Taj Mahal. Along with the primary building, the structure includes severa outbuildings and gardens. The tomb, built among 1622 and 1628 represents a transition among the primary section of enormous Mughal structure commonly constructed from red sandstone with marble decorations, as in Humayun's Tomb in Delhi and Akbar's tomb in Sikandra to its 2nd phase, based totally on white marble and pietra dura inlay, maximum elegantly realized inside the Taj Mahal. The mausoleum become commissioned by means of Nur Jahan, the wife of Jahangir, for her father Mirza Ghiyas Beg, originally a Persian Amir in exile,who had been given the title of I'timad-ud-Daulah. Mirza Ghiyas Beg became also the grandfather of Mumtaz Mahal, the spouse of the emperor Shah Jahan, chargeable for the development of the Taj Mahal. Nur Jahan became also liable for the construction of the Tomb of Jahangir in Lahore.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    New Delhi

    Proceed back to Delhi Finally you will proceed back to Delhi along with an impression of TaJ and a sheer magic that the Taj exudes making it an unforgettable and cherished image forever. 18:00 hrs Refreshment on the way you will stop over midway to have refreshment and continue your drive to Delhi. 20:00 hrs Reach Delhi & drop you at your hotel.

    4 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible (On request at booking time) - if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own carer
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Indian: Kindly carry original valid photo ID cards during the travel.
Supplied by Grand India Holidays

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