
Full-Day Trip To Agra Highlights From Delhi
Description
Admire the pristine white marble mausoleum Emperor Shah Jahan built-in memory of his wife – Mumtaz Mahal. While in Agra, visit other highlights such as the red sandstone Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s tomb and Mehtab Bagh (Mughal Garden).
Highlights
- Visit Taj Mahal, an ivory-white marble mausoleum
- Explore Agra Fort, the main residence of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638
- Go to the Tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah, described as a jewel box
- Stroll through Mehtab Bagh, a charbagh complex
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- Board the early morning train from Delhi to Agra. (05:00 AM start is recommended).
- Arrive at Agra railway station, freshen up before the tour begins.
Start the tour with a visit to the magnificent Taj Mahal with an English-speaking Agra guide. One of the Seven Wonders of the World is a pristine white marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It took 20,000 workers from neighbouring Islamic countries, 22 years of ceaseless toil to build this monument to which people have come from throughout the world.
Visit the red sandstone Agra Fort, built by the Mughal dynasty’s greatest Emperor, Akbar, in 1565. Inside, find several beautiful sights like mosques and gardens, built by his successors in later years.
Explore the Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s tomb, a beautiful mausoleum built by the Mughal Emperor Jehangir’s queen in 1628 as a memorial to her father.
In the evening, wander around the beautiful Mehtab Bagh (Mughal Garden), which provides a perfect view of the Taj Mahal while the sun sets upon its massive bronze domes. This 500-year-old garden is located across from the Taj Mahal on the other side of the Yamuna River.
After the tour, board a train to Delhi.
Reach Delhi, and the driver will drop off at the specified dropping point.
What's Included
All transfers & sightseeing by personal luxury a/c vehicle
Battery van ride to the Taj Mahal
Entrance fees
Delhi – Agra – Delhi Train tickets by a/c chair car
English-speaking Agra guide
All currently applicable taxes
What's Excluded
Accommodation
Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and drinks
Extra meals
Personal travel insurance, visa etc.
Camera fees (both still and video)
Know before you go
Train journey by Shatabdi express train.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Adult | |
3 To 0 | USD 185 Per Person |
This is a group tour |