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Home12-Hour Sightseeing Tour Of The Historic City Of Agra From Delhi
Description
Embark on a drive to the historic city of Agra via the Yamuna Expressway to visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise and click mesmerising photographs. Next, head to the Agra Fort, learn about the history of this majestic fort, walk in the local markets, shop for souvenirs and taste some street food before heading back to Delhi.
Highlights
- Visit the beautiful Taj Mahal during sunrise
- Spend time at the Agra Fort and hear stories about the historical monument
- Go shopping and taste street food at the local markets
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- Meet with the tour guide at your accommodation in Delhi at around 2:30 am.
- Drive to Agra via the Yamuna Expressway.
- Arrive in Agra at 6:00 am and begin the sightseeing tour.
- Visit the iconic Taj Mahal, built in the 17th Century by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
- Have breakfast at a local restaurant.
- Travel to the Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the main residence of the Mughal Dynasty built by Akbar the Great in 1565 A.D.
- You can choose to visit Itmad-ud-Daula, also known as Baby Taj Mahal, which is said to be the inspiration for creating the actual Taj Mahal. Itmad-ud-Daula has a special place in the chronicles of both- history as well as architecture. This is because Itmad-ud-Daula is the very first tomb in India that is entirely made out of Marble. This is actually a mausoleum that overlooks the River Yamuna and is a tomb of Mir Ghiyas Beg, a minister in the court of Shah Jahan.
- Walk in the local markets of Agra, go shopping and taste street food. Agra is famous for handicraft items like marble inlay work, jewellery, semi-precious stonework, mand made carpets and leather items.
- Drive back to Delhi after the tour is over.
What's Included
- Pick-up, drop-off and sightseeing in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharges
- Professional Indian tour guide
- Bottle of water
- Guaranteed skip the lines
What's Excluded
- Alcoholic drinks
- Food tips for guide and driver
- Other expenses
What to bring
- Passport
- Personal medicines
- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- Mobile ticket accepted
- Instant confirmation
Meeting Point
Delhi, India
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| The group size and price | |
| 1 To 4 | INR 8500 Per Group |
This is a private tour | |
Starting From
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USD 105 / group