Day 01
Visit the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Sikandra
- Meet your tour guide at your hotel in Delhi at 6:30 AM and travel to Agra.
- Ride a tonga to the entrance of the Taj Mahal at 9:30 AM. Built in white marble by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a tribute to his deceased wife, Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is known world over for its spectacular beauty and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
At 12:00 PM, head to Agra Fort, built by Emperor Akbar in 1566. Admire the rusty and majestic red sandstone fort of Agra as it stands on the banks of the river Yamuna. Then, explore the many medieval palaces of the fort, including several audience halls, the Diwan-i-Khaas and the Diwan-i-Aam.
- Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the five-star ITC Mughal Hotel. Rated among Agra's best restaurants, ITC Mughal's offerings present an eclectic selection of fine dining options that include a range of Indian and international cuisines.
- Explore Agra's handicraft shops as you indulge in souvenir shopping at 2:00 PM.
- Make your way to the tomb at Sikandra at 3:00 PM. This grand monument was started by Akbar to house his mortal remains and was completed by his son Jahangir.
- Begin your drive back to Delhi at 4:30 PM. Reach your hotel by 7:00 PM.
