From Delhi Taj Mahal Day Trip by Express Train with Skip-the-Line

5.0
(34 reviews)
New Delhi, India

13 to 14 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 5 more

Experience the magic of the Taj Mahal and Agra’s famous monuments on a smooth, stress-free day trip aboard India’s fastest train, the Gatimaan Express. Begin with a 6:30 AM private pickup from your Delhi hotel and transfer to Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station. Enjoy breakfast onboard as you travel comfortably to Agra.

On arrival, meet your licensed guide and private driver for a personalized sightseeing tour. Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal, the historic Agra Fort, the elegant Baby Taj, and the peaceful Mehtab Bagh gardens with beautiful riverfront views of the Taj. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Courtyard by Marriott before exploring Agra’s Mughal-era gardens.

After a day filled with history and memorable sights, relax on the return train to Delhi with light refreshments served onboard. Your driver will meet you on arrival and drop you back at your hotel. This all-inclusive experience offers the perfect one-day Agra journey.

What's Included

Monument entry tickets
Battery bus ride to and from Taj Mahal parking lot up to Taj Mahal monument
Breakfast & evening snacks on train
Private air-conditioned car for all transfers and sightseeing in both Delhi and Agra.
Round-trip Gatimaan Express tickets (Chair Car / Executive Class)
Government Approved English-speaking licensed guide in Agra
Lunch at Courtyard by Marriott - 5 Star Hotel
All taxes
Bottled water provided throughout your journey in the car.
Gratuities
Drinks during Lunch

Meeting and pickup

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

Pickup available from the airport, railway station, hotel, or any preferred location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram.

Itinerary

Duration: 13 to 14 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    New Delhi

    Your day typically begins at 6:30 AM with a comfortable pickup from your hotel, airport, or chosen location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram. Please note that pickup time may vary slightly depending on your exact location. Our driver will escort you to Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station in a private, air-conditioned car and will assist you in locating your train coach, finding your seat, and getting comfortably seated on board.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Delhi Junction Railway Station

    At Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station, board the Gatimaan Express (Train No. 12050) departing Delhi at 8:10 AM and arriving in Agra at 9:50 AM. Enjoy a delicious breakfast served onboard during your journey.

    1 hour 40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Agra

    Upon arrival at Agra Cantt Railway Station, you’ll be warmly greeted by your personal guide and chauffeur who will pick you up in an air-conditioned private car. You will receive your guide’s contact number in advance to stay connected throughout the tour. Your sightseeing adventure begins right away!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Taj Mahal

    Discover the unparalleled beauty of the Taj Mahal, the white marble wonder built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz. Your guide will share its fascinating history, hidden facts, and help you take memorable photos.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Agra Fort

    Visit the UNESCO-listed Agra Fort, a massive red sandstone fortress that once served as the royal residence of the Mughal emperors.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Courtyard Agra

    Enjoy a lavish lunch buffet or à la carte meal at the renowned Courtyard by Marriott. (Included in the All-Inclusive package)

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Itmad-ud-Daula

    Often considered a draft of the Taj Mahal, this elegant tomb is built entirely of white marble and inlaid with semi-precious stones.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Mehtab Bagh

    End your Agra exploration with a peaceful stroll at Mehtab Bagh, a riverside garden perfectly aligned with the Taj Mahal, offering postcard-perfect views across the Yamuna River.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 9
    Agra Cantt

    Your guide will take you to Agra Cantt Railway Station, help you find your train coach, and assist you in getting comfortably seated for your return journey. The train departs from Agra at 5:35 PM and arrives in Delhi at 7:30 PM. Your guide and driver will assist you with boarding the train. Sit back, relax, and enjoy light snacks served on board as the train heads back to Delhi.

    1 hour 55 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 10
    Delhi Junction Railway Station

    Your morning driver will meet you at Hazrat Nizamuddin Station.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 11
    New Delhi

    Your driver will comfortably transfer you back to your hotel or preferred drop-off location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour typically starts with a 6:30 AM pickup from your location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram. Please note, pickup time may vary slightly depending on your exact pickup location. You will board the Gatimaan Express train departing Delhi at 8:10 AM and arriving in Agra at 9:50 AM. The return train departs Agra at 5:35 PM and arrives in Delhi at 7:30 PM, followed by a drop-off at your hotel.
  • You will travel on the Gatimaan Express, India’s fastest train, in either Chair Car or Executive Class. Breakfast is served onboard, and your driver will assist you with boarding and seating.
  • The tour includes visits to the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj), and Mehtab Bagh gardens.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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