India · UNESCO Heritage Sites

2-Day Agra and Fatehpur Sikri Tour from Delhi with Taj Sunrise

2 Days Round trip from Agra Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the Taj Mahal at sunrise in soft early morning light
02 Explore the grand Agra Fort, former residence of the Mughal emperors
03 Discover Fatehpur Sikri, the historic former Mughal capital
04 See Buland Darwaza, Jodha Bai's Palace, and Diwan-i-Khas

Embark on a 2-day tour from Delhi to Agra and Fatehpur Sikri for a deeper look into India's Mughal heritage. Travel in comfort in a private air-conditioned car with a personal guide as you explore some of India's most iconic landmarks. Witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise, discover the impressive red sandstone Agra Fort, and enjoy views across the Yamuna River from Mehtab Bagh. Continue to Fatehpur Sikri, the once-glorious Mughal capital, and admire remarkable structures such as Buland Darwaza, Jodha Bai's Palace, and Diwan-i-Khas.

Begin early at 5:30 AM with a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, when the monument glows in the soft morning light.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri

Languages English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Delhi to Agra and Agra Fort Discovery

Begin the journey at 8:00 AM with pick-up from your hotel or the airport in Delhi in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Drive to Agra and arrive around 12:00 PM. Check in to your hotel and freshen up.
At 1:00 PM, proceed to visit Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former residence of the Mughal emperors.
You may choose an optional visit at 3:00 PM to Mehtab Bagh, a peaceful garden offering views of the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River.
Spend the evening exploring Agra's local markets, discovering local crafts and marble inlay work, or simply relaxing at your hotel.

Stay overnight in Agra for rest and preparation for an early morning visit to the Taj Mahal.

Day 02

Sunrise at the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri

Begin early at 5:30 AM with a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, when the monument glows in the soft morning light.
Learn from your guide about the enduring love story of Emperor Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal.
Return to your hotel by 8:00 AM for breakfast and complete the check-out process.
Depart Agra at 10:00 AM and drive to Fatehpur Sikri, the former Mughal capital.
Arrive at 11:00 AM for a guided tour of Fatehpur Sikri, exploring landmarks such as Buland Darwaza, Jodha Bai's Palace, and Diwan-i-Khas.
Begin your return drive to Delhi at 1:00 PM.
Arrive in Delhi between 5:00 and 6:00 PM, with drop-off at your hotel or the airport.