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Enjoy the Mughal Architecture on Overnight Agra Tour. Agra is a major tourist destination in State of Uttar Pradesh because of its many Mughal-era buildings, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Agra, the land of the TajMahal, the monument that has come to eternally symbolize love, is a city of rich historical and architectural heritage which is visited by a large number of tourists every year.
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Duration: 2 days
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Multi-day & Extended Tours >> Overnight Tours
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Enjoy the Mughal Architecture on Overnight Agra Tour. Agra is a major tourist destination in State of Uttar Pradesh because of its many Mughal-era buildings, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Agra, the land of the TajMahal, the monument that has come to eternally symbolize love, is a city of rich historical and architectural heritage which is visited by a large number of tourists every year.
Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi – Agra Sightseeing
Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
08:00 AM Pick up from Delhi Airport/ Hotel and proceed to Agra by car via Yamuna expressway. Around 10:00 AM you will stop for refreshment (Tea/ Coffee). 12:00 PM you will reach Agra. Check in your Agra hotel.
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Agra Fort constructed by Emperor Akabar in 1565 A.D and includes many other buildings like the Moti Masjid and Musanman Burj, where Shah Jahan is believed to have been imprisoned and died.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, Yamuna River, Agra 282001 India
Baby Taj or Itimad-ud-Daulah is a tomb that was built by mother of Shah Jahan. It has a very delicate architectural beauty. The marble lattice structures in this monument are the highlight. You can find exotic Persian styled gardens around the tomb. This tomb was built for Nur Jagan’s father. Her brother’s daughter is the well-known Mumtaz Mahal.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mehtab Bagh, Nagla Devjit Etmadpur, Agra India
The Mehtab Bagh garden was the last of eleven Mughal – built gardens along the Yamuna opposite the Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Agra hotel
Day 2: Agra Sightseeing – Delhi
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
The Taj Mahal, an essential sight for all visitors to India is one of the most achingly beautiful architectural achievements in the world, and is considered to be a symbol of enduring love. Shrouded in white marble the sheer elegance, purity and sentiment that are an integral part of the monument have touched the hearts of people from all corners of the world. One of the seven wonders of the world and a world heritage site was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in loving memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal who died while giving birth to their fourteenth child. Built in pure white marble Taj Mahal is located along the banks of the River Yamuna.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Fatehpur Sikri India
Fatehpur Sikri was made the political capital of the Mughal Empire by Emperor Akbar from the period of 1571 to 1585. The capital was later shifted to the city of Agra. There are majestic buildings built by Akbar in Fatehpur Sikri. There is a fort in the site which is a blend of Mughal and Persian architecture.
After visiting Fatehpur Sikri Drive back to Delhi. Midway take your Lunch.
05:00 PM Reach to Delhi and departure for your onward destination Hotel/ Airport with mesmerizing memory of Agra.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
