Delhi Sightseeing and Move to Agra via Yamuna Expressway
Begin your journey from the national capital, Delhi, early in the morning. When you land at the Delhi airport or in Delhi, the representative will be there to welcome you. Then you would be taken to Delhi sightseeing Tour, the first city of Golden Triangle.
The first stop will be the historic Red Fort or 'Lal Quila' in Old Delhi. Lal Quila is the most iconic landmark in Delhi, and it is a reminder of the Grand Mughal period. The historic fort stands a witness to the changing scenarios in India's history. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was built by Shah Jahan in 1638 when he shifted his capital to Delhi, then known as Shahjahanabad. On Independence Day every year, the Prime Minister of India unfurls the National Flag and addresses the Nation from its famous ramparts.
Exploring Qutub Complex: this is a large complex having many monuments from different periods of Dynasty. You would enjoy there Qutub Minar, Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque, Iron Pillar, Alauddin Khilji's Alai Minar, Alai Darwaza, Iltutmish's tomb, Madarsa attached to Alauddin Khilji's tomb and Sanderson's sundial and many more.
After this, the tour will take you to the sizeable Mughal Complex called Humayun's garden-tomb is also called the 'dormitory of the Mughals' as in the cells are buried over 150 Mughal family members. The tomb stands in a highly significant archaeological setting, centred at the Shrine of the 14th century Sufi Saint, Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya.
Next would be a lunch break. The lunch would be at one of the Delhi renowned restaurants, where you would be eating some very popular, delicious and healthy cuisines of Delhi.
After lunch, you would be bringing the Parliament House, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhawan and Raj Ghat where you will enjoy clicking some photos and videos and may enjoy some street food there. (Note:- Parliament House and Rashtrapati Bhawan are seen from outside.
The next destination would be the Lotus Temple. The place is maintained with greenery, and you will feel relaxed once you enter there. The surrounding area is so lovely and full of greenery. Lotus Temple is a kind of one art building and not the actual temple.
After doing the sightseeing of Lotus Temple, the tour would take you to Akshardham Complex. The main complex's main attraction temple is beautifully decorated with carved statues of dancers, deities, flora, etc. This temple is built with Rajasthani sandstone (pink colour) and Italian Carrara marble.
In the end, you would be shown Jama Masjid and Chandni Chowk market, where you would enjoy the local food and shopping. This area is called old Delhi, and it exists the Heart of the city with its culture and tradition.
After that, you would be driven to Agra and on your arrival there, you would be taken to your hotel for staying overnight.