Private Taj Mahal and Agra full-day Tour from Delhi
This private Taj Mahal day tour gives you the opportunity to make a pilgrimage to the Taj Mahal, India's most famous architectural wonder. This guided tour gives you insight into Agra, a city famous for its Unesco World Heritage sites which include the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. On this tour, you will visit the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Mehtab Bagh(OPTIONAL).
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Itinerary
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Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Enjoy a memorable day at the Taj Mahal in this day trip from Delhi!
6:30am - Morning pick-up from your hotel in Delhi, Gurgaon or Noida or from the Delhi Airport (contact the local operator after booking to confirm your pick-up location). Then you will be driven 3 hrs via the express highway to the City of Taj Mahal where your adventure begins.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
9:00am - Arrive at Agra where your tour guide will be waiting for you in a hotel lobby. He will brief you on your upcoming sightseeing tour, you can use the hotel washrooms to get yourself refreshed before you start your sightseeing.
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10am - Visit the legendary Taj Mahal (a Unesco World Heritage Site). No trip to Agra would be complete without a visit to this shimmering vision of domes and minarets. The world's best-known tomb stands testimony to the timeless love story of the 17th century Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, and his wife, Queen Mumtaz Mahal.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
12.30pm - Visit the imposing Agra Fort (a Unesco World Heritage Site). Built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D, this huge fort is made of red sandstone. The elegant buildings inside reflect an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles. The maze of the courtyards, mosques & private chambers of the fort echo the story of the Mughal Empire.
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1:30pm - Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Mehtab Bagh, Nagla Devjit Etmadpur, Agra India
3.30pm - Free time for shopping in Agra which is known for its fabulous handicrafts made of marble and soft stone inlay work. The Mughals were great patrons of arts and crafts. Empress Nur Jahan took personal interest in the arts and was an accomplished artist herself in zari embroidery work. Agra's major handicraft products besides inlay work are leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work.
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5pm - Enjoy a photo tour of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh. Also known as The Moonlight Garden, Mehtab Bagh is believed to have been designed by Shah Jahan to view the Taj on moonlight nights, far away from the maddening crowd. The garden complex is situated on the left bank of Yamuna opposite to Taj Mahal. It is a huge square courtyard and is in straight alignment with the Taj Mahal. The forestry plantations and agricultural fields provide a green forecourt to the Taj Mahal and its reflection in Yamuna.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
6pm - After a memorable day, you will be driven back to Delhi. Arrive in Delhi by 9pm where you will be dropped at your hotel or airport.
Duration: 3 hours
Offerings
Book by March 30 to save 20% off our previously offered price!
Inclusions
- All parking fees, tolls, taxes, fuel
- Bottled water
- All language Speaking local guide in Agra
- Private AC Clean Transport
- Car Type : Toyota
- Lunch - Lunch buffet Agra local restaurant
Exclusions
- Any Entrance fees
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Taj Mahal is Closed on every Friday
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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