Private Same-Day Taj Mahal Tour by Car from Delhi
Pick-up Timing: Morning 05:00 AM
Early in the morning, have your packed breakfast at your booked hotel in Delhi. Our representative will meet you at the hotel reception, airport, bus stand, or railway station, as per your preference. They will provide you with the same-day tour program itinerary, which you will follow for the full-day sightseeing. The representative will also introduce the driver who will make your Taj Mahal journey comfortable. Begin your trip from Delhi to Agra, which is 210 km away, and takes around 3 to 4 hours. During the drive, you can observe the lifestyle of local Indian people, agricultural land, and local markets.
Reaching Agra: 09:00 to 10:00 AM (Taj Mahal - A Symbol of Love)
Around 09:00 to 10:00 AM, you will arrive in the beautiful and vibrant city of Agra in Uttar Pradesh. On arrival, our English-speaking guide will warmly welcome you in a traditional manner and provide a brief introduction to Agra's sightseeing and to themselves. After this, you will visit the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Taj Mahal, a symbol of love, was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1631. This exquisite monument was constructed for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal and also houses the tomb of Shah Jahan. The Taj Mahal is made of pure white marble, which provides a cool atmosphere during summer, and it stands near the Yamuna River. There is also a Baby Taj nearby, constructed by the Mughal Emperor, which you will visit.
14:00 Hrs. Visit Agra Fort
After visiting the Taj Mahal, proceed to Agra Fort, located about 2.5 km away, which takes around 5 to 10 minutes to reach. The Red Fort was also built by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565 and was completed in 1573. It served as the main residence of the Mughal Emperors until 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. The Red Fort is entirely built with red stone, making it a unique and dynamic structure. After the Red Fort sightseeing, our English-speaking tour guide will provide you with a delicious lunch featuring various local Indian cuisines. You can enjoy the meal with a choice of vegetarian or non-vegetarian options.
16:00 Hrs. Visit Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb
After lunch, proceed to the Itmad-ud-Daula Tomb, often referred to as the Baby Taj. It is located near the Taj Mahal. The Tomb of I'timad-ud-Daulah is a Mughal mausoleum and resembles the Taj Mahal in design. Your tour guide will explain its history during the sightseeing. After these visits, the guide will share insights into Agra's marble and leather work, which is renowned worldwide. You can purchase items of your choice as souvenirs. With the completion of these activities, your same-day Agra tour will come to an end. The tour guide will thank you, and you will head back to Delhi. Upon reaching Delhi, our driver will drop you off at your preferred location, whether your hotel, the airport, the bus stand, or the railway station. You will leave with beautiful memories of the Taj Mahal experience.
