Agra Trip Overview
In this same day excursion to Bharatpur, we will see three prominent touristic attractions near to Agra. We will start by early morning from Agra. Our first stop will be come after 1 hr and 30 minutes to visit the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri. Constructed by the third and most prominent Mughal Emperor Akbar. It was commercial capital between 1571 to 1585 and then abandoned for many years. A walled city with many palaces and monuments. After visiting the Fatehpur Sikri, we will proceed to Bharatpur to the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary. The park spans in an area of 29 square kms and is home to 5 species of lizards, 365 bird species, 376 floral species, 7 turtle species, 13 species of snakes, 40 species of fish. Enjoy 4 course buffet lunch. After the Lunch proceed to Deeg. This was the capital of Jat rulers of Rajasthan. Badan Singh the Jat ruler built the palace. Back to Agra. Air-conditioned private vehicle, English speaking guide, Buffet Lunch(optional), Entrance (optional) are included.
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Duration: 12 hours
Starts: Agra, India
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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In this same day excursion to Bharatpur, we will see three prominent touristic attractions near to Agra. We will start by early morning from Agra. Our first stop will be come after 1 hr and 30 minutes to visit the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri. Constructed by the third and most prominent Mughal Emperor Akbar. It was commercial capital between 1571 to 1585 and then abandoned for many years. A walled city with many palaces and monuments. After visiting the Fatehpur Sikri, we will proceed to Bharatpur to the Keoladeo Bird Sanctuary. The park spans in an area of 29 square kms and is home to 5 species of lizards, 365 bird species, 376 floral species, 7 turtle species, 13 species of snakes, 40 species of fish. Enjoy 4 course buffet lunch. After the Lunch proceed to Deeg. This was the capital of Jat rulers of Rajasthan. Badan Singh the Jat ruler built the palace. Back to Agra. Air-conditioned private vehicle, English speaking guide, Buffet Lunch(optional), Entrance (optional) are included.
Stop At: Fatehpur Sikri, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
7:30 AM : Drive Towards Fatehpur Sikri
Early morning after breakfast we will pick you up from your Hotel. Drive for 40 kms in a private car to FATEHPUR SIKRI, Popularly known as the Ghost city or deserted capital. This city was the second capital of Mughal King Akbar. This UNESCO protected monument houses Deewan-e-Aam, Deewan-e-Khaas, Panch Mahal, Turkish sultana palace, Jodhabai`s palace, Mariam`s palace etc. Outside the royal palaces is the religious section, certainly worth a visit, This section has two entry gates, Small one is called Royal gate and the other one is the Buland Darwaza, The second one is the highest gateway built by the emperor to commemorate his victory over Gujarat. Inside there is a beautiful mosque called Jami Masjid, and a white marble mausoleum of a Sufi Saint Hazrat Khwaja Sheikh Saleem Chishti.
12:30 PM : Lunch
After the visit of Fatehpur Sikri now it is the time to have lunch in the local Indian restaurant. After the lunch proceed to BIRD SANCTUARY.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Situated In The Country’s Northwestern State Of Rajasthan About 190 Km From The National Capital Of Delhi, Bharatpur India
02:00 PM : Proceed Towards Bird Sanctuary.
After the lunch is over, Drive for 20 kms to a famous bird sanctuary known as Keoladeo Ghana Bird sanctuary. An expert naturalist is going to accompany you for the park ride on rickshaw. The park spans in an area of 29 square kms and is home to 5 species of lizards, 365 bird species, 376 floral species, 7 turtle species, 13 species of snakes, 40 species of fish and lot of other invertebrates, You can spot local birds such as Spoonbills, Egrets, white ibis, painted storks, purplemoorhen and some migratory birds such as siberian cranes arriving to multiply their numbers.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Deeg Palace, Alwar – Bharatpur Rd, Deeg 321203 India
04:00 PM : Visit of Deeg Palace.
After visit the sanctuary drive 32 kms to Deeg. This was the capital of Jat rulers before they shifted to Bharatpur. Badan Singh the Jat ruler built the palace here but had to face several attacks. Then his son Surajmal built a fortress around the palace. These rulers were much influenced by the splendors of mughal courts and palaces, They also followed the pattern of mughal gardens – Charbagh (four quartered garden system), rows of fountains and trees serve to bring down the temperature. There are two big tanks – Gopal Sagar and Roop Sagar supplying water to the palace and Fountains.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
07:00 PM : Return to Agra
After the visit is over your driver will drive you back to Agra.
End of The Services.
Duration: 4 hours
