From Delhi: Overnight Taj Mahal & Agra City Tour by Car

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Delhi - Agra
4 stops
1
New Delhi
08:00 AM/Your given time you will be picked up from your desired location in Delhi/Airport/Gurgaon/Noida by our chauffeur, then proceed to Agra in a climate-controlled private car. Duration of a journey from Delhi to Agra is little over 3 Hours via Yamuna Expressway. It is one of the finest roads in India After arriving Agra, check-in to the hotel. Your tour guide will meet you in the hotel lobby.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
2
Agra Fort
After getting some rest and freshen up -visit 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 the Yamuna River and Taj Mahal from the fort's pavilions is mind-stirring.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
3
Itmad-ud-Daula
Next, visit Itimad-Ud-Daulah Tomb 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
4
Mehtab Bagh
In the evening, visit Mehtab Bagh for an exceptional sunset view of the Taj Mahal. Mehtab Bagh is a char bagh garden complex and one of the last Mughal gardens in Agra. Perfectly aligned with the gardens of Taj Mahal, Mehtab Bagh provides a picture-perfect view of the Taj from the fountain at the front of the entrance gate. It is a popular sunset spot among the photography fanatics and nature enthusiasts. It is believed that Shah Jahan especially got the bagh designed for his interests so he could come up here and admire the infinite beauty of Taj Mahal. On the moonlit nights, the clear reflection of the wondrous Taj Mahal in the waters of the park is a sight beyond description. Mehtabh Bagh is now a horticulture delight with scores of vibrantly blooming floral plants and medicinal herbs, besides the umpteen fruit trees, which add to the beauty of the park. After sightseeing come back to the hotel
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 2
Agra - Delhi
3 stops
5
Taj Mahal
At 545 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel to visit Taj Mahal during sunrise to see the ravishing beauty of India’s most renowned monument as well as 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
6
Fatehpur Sikri
After Taj Mahal visit come back to the hotel for breakfast After breakfast check-out from the hotel. You will be driven to enjoy an excursion to Fatehpur Sikri,(35 km 1hour) which was founded in 1571 century by Mughal Emperor Akbar. It is essentially a fortified city and had been the capital of his Empire for fifteen years. He also undertook the construction of three palaces for each of his favourite wives, one a Hindu, one a Muslim and one a Christian. An Indo-Islamic Masterpiece. Now a UNESCO world heritage site, it is home to Jodha Bai's Palace, Jama Mosque among many other famous monuments. A unique blend of architectural excellence.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
7
New Delhi
After visiting these beautiful sites you will be driven back to Delhi/Gurgaon/Noida with beautiful memories from Agra city. Upon arrival at Delhi, you will be dropped off to any desired location in Airport, Delhi, Gurgaon or Noida.
4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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