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Get an up-close look at the history and the landmarks of the Mughal Empire during this day trip from Delhi to Agra. Visit the iconic Taj Mahal–India’s most stunning homage to love, and next stop at Agra Fort, and learn about the 16th century Mughal monument from your guide. This one-day journey hits all the highlights and includes Entry Fees and lunch at Restaurant.
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Duration: 10 to 12 hours
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Tours & Sightseeing >> Bus & Minivan Tours
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Get an up-close look at the history and the landmarks of the Mughal Empire during this day trip from Delhi to Agra. Visit the iconic Taj Mahal–India’s most stunning homage to love, and next stop at Agra Fort, and learn about the 16th century Mughal monument from your guide. This one-day journey hits all the highlights and includes Entry Fees and lunch at Restaurant.
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
9:30am – 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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09:45am – 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
12pm – 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.
1:30pm – Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant.
3pm – Free time for shopping in Agra which is known for its fabulous handicrafts made of marble and soft stone inlay work. Agra’s major handicraft products besides inlay work are leather-ware, brass-ware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work.
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5pm – After a memorable day, you will be driven back to Delhi. Arrive Delhi by 8pm where you will be dropped at your hotel or airport.
Duration: 4 hours