India · Monuments

1-Day Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi with Agra Fort and Lunch

1 Day Round trip from Delhi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the magnificent Taj Mahal, built by Shah Jahan in memory of Mumtaz Mahal
02 Visit Agra Fort, the vast Mughal stronghold on the banks of the River Yamuna
03 Enjoy authentic Mughlai cuisine at a popular air-conditioned restaurant in Agra
04 See Itmad-Ud-Daulah, the elegant "Baby Taj," if time permits

Explore the old relics and monuments scattered across the city on an exciting same-day Agra tour by car. Driven by a desire to unearth the ethereal exquisiteness of the unrivalled Taj Mahal, this Delhi-Agra tour showcases one of India's most celebrated landmarks along with other Mughal-era monuments. The city of Agra attracts tourists from India and around the world, displaying an incredible blend of modernity and tradition.

Cruising past the arched entry, you will see the fascinating view of the Taj Mahal with its dissimilar shades of yellow and orange when the sun's rays kiss the pure white marble and produce a charismatic impression.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Delhi, Agra

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Same-Day Taj Mahal and Agra Fort Tour by Car

9:00 Hrs: Taj Mahal sightseeing. Upon your arrival in Agra city, your live guide will meet you and brief you about all the destinations in the city. The first one to explore is the Taj Mahal. It was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in fond memory of his dear wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Cruising past the arched entry, you will see the fascinating view of the Taj Mahal with its dissimilar shades of yellow and orange when the sun's rays kiss the pure white marble and produce a charismatic impression. You simply get zapped by its supreme beauty. Stroll around the heritage site and the sprawling lawns, with fountains in the middle enhancing the idiosyncratic beauty of the whole setting.

Note: Taj Mahal remains closed on Friday.

11:30 Hrs: Visit Agra Fort. After your visit to the Taj Mahal, head to Agra Fort. At 11:30, proceed to Agra Fort, which was constructed by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D. The famous Agra Fort is spread across an enormous 2.5-kilometre area on the bank of the River Yamuna. Shah Jahan was imprisoned in Agra Fort by his son Aurangzeb, and from here Shah Jahan used to admire the beauty of the Taj, which he had constructed for his wife.
13:00 Hrs: Lunch break. After visiting the famous Agra Fort, you will be taken to a popular air-conditioned restaurant in Agra. Here, you will be served authentic Mughlai cuisine cooked by trained chefs who acquired these skills from their forefathers.
14:00 Hrs: Visit Itmad-Ud-Daulah (Baby Taj). At about 14:00 hours, you can visit Itmad-Ud-Daulah (Baby Taj). It is an optional site, and you can skip it if you are short of time.
15:00 Hrs: Drive back to Delhi. After visiting the most significant destinations of Agra, proceed back to the capital city of India, Delhi. Your Delhi-Agra tour package ends with several treasured memories that will stay with you all your life.