- New Delhi - 6am Morning pickup from your hotel or airport in Delhi and drive 3 hours to Agra via Yamuna Express Highway. 9am Arrive in Agra to meet your tour guide and begin sightseeing.
- Taj Mahal - Visit the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. No trip to Agra would be complete without a visit to this shimmering vision of domes and minarets. The world’s best-known tomb stands testimony to the timeless love story of the 17th century Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan and his wife - Queen Mumtaz Mahal. (The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday).
- Agra Fort - Next, we visit the imposing Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D, this huge fort is made of red sandstone. The elegant buildings inside reflect an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles. The maze of the courtyards, mosques and private chambers of the fort echo the story of the Mughal Empire.
- Golden Street Restaurant - 1pm Enjoy a lunch break at one of the best, local restaurants.
- Mehtab Bagh - After lunch enjoy a photo tour of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh, The Moonlight Garden, believed to have been designed by Shah Jahan to view the Taj on moonlit nights, far away from the maddening crowd. The garden complex is situated on the left bank of Yamuna opposite the Taj Mahal. It is a huge square measuring approximately 300 by 300 meters and in straight alignment with the Taj Mahal. The forestry, plantations and agricultural fields provide a green forecourt to Taj Mahal and its reflection in Yamuna.
- Sanskriti’s Imperial Gems - After sightseeing you may wish to enjoy shopping in Agra, which is known for its fabulous handicrafts, made of marble and soft-stone inlay work. 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 besides inlay work are leather-ware, brass-ware, carpets, jewelry and embroidery work.
- Agra - After a memorable day, drive back to Delhi and where you will be dropped off at your hotel or airport.
- Live Demonstration of Handmade Embroidery (Zardozi)
- Pickup offered from Airport or any other desired pickup location in Delhi, Noida or Gurugram
- Professional private live tour guide
- Buffet Lunch (If All Inclusive Option Booked)
- Monument entrance fees (If All Inclusive Option Booked)
- All Transfers/Sightseeing’s by air conditioned private vehicle
- Live Demonstration of Hand Knotted Carpet weaving
- Live Demonstration of Marble craftsmanship
- Drinks
- Gratuities (recommended)
A visit to Agra isn’t complete without exploring its UNESCO World Heritage Sites - the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. The Taj Mahal, renowned globally for its architectural beauty, stands as a stunning embodiment of the timeless love story of 17th-century Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, and his wife, Queen Mumtaz Mahal. The Agra Fort, constructed by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D, is an extensive fortification built of red sandstone. Its graceful buildings inside demonstrate an extraordinary fusion of Hindu and Central Asian architectural techniques. Enjoy an exclusive photo tour of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh or ‘The Moonlight Garden’. It is said that the garden was designed by Shah Jahan himself and presents an unhindered view of the Taj during moonlight, far from the bustling crowd, located on the left bank of the Yamuna opposite to the Taj Mahal.
- 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
