The iconic and most photographed Taj Mahal is always the first choice for any traveler coming to India for holidays, or for work. This short 02 Days private tour to Agra showcases amazing views of Taj Mahal at Sunrise. Tour also includes visits to some of the most important and famous monuments of New and Old Delhi. Visit Agra Fort. Visit iconic Humayun's Tomb and Jama Mosque in Delhi. Enjoy a rickshaw ride in Old Delhi. Visit the largest community kitchen in Sikh Temple in Delhi.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Unlimited Free Wi-Fi during entire trip
✔ Hotel accommodation for one night in Agra on twin sharing (If booked with option including Hotels)
✔ Transportation by chauffer driven air-conditioned vehicle for entire trip at disposal
✔ Entrance fees at mentioned monuments
✔ Breakfast
✔ Unlimited Bottled Mineral Water in vehicle during entire trip
✔ Services of Tour Guides for sight seeing, city tours and walks as mentioned the itinerary
✔ Battery bus/golf cart return ride at Taj Mahal
✖ Any other item / visits / services not mentioned in itinerary
✖ Any other meal, snacks or beverages not specified in the itinerary
✖ Camera Fees at monuments $1 to $10
✖ Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure:
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New Delhi International or domestic airport, your hotel in Gurugram, or at any desired location in Gurugram
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
Drive from Delhi to Agra
1
Humayun's Tomb
Our Guide will meet you at your desired location in Delhi / Gurugram/ Noida at 8 AM to conduct a full-day tour of Old & New Delhi. After giving a small brief about the rich cultural heritage and legacies of India in general, You will start your day by visiting Humayun's Tomb. Constructed in 1569-70, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Humayun’s Tomb is the tomb of the second Mughal Emperor Humayun. The mausoleum is the finest example of Mughal architecture. Together with its accomplished Charbagh garden, typical of Persian gardens, but never seen before in India, it set a precedent for subsequent Mughal architecture. A century after its construction Humayun’s tomb inspired the construction of the more famous Taj Mahal.
Duration: 45 minutes
2
Red Fort
The Historic Fort in Old Delhi was the seat of power for many centuries. Constructed in the 17th century by Mughals, Red Fort has witnessed the rise and fall of many empires. Many of the structures inside the fort complex were demolished by the British when the fort was used as a garrison. Every year on India's Independence Day (15 August), the Prime Minister hoists the Indian tricolor flag at the fort's main gate and delivers a nationally broadcast speech from its ramparts. You shall pass by this massive fort and instead visit Fort in Agra which is in a much better state of preservation and is a replica of the Red Fort in Delhi.
3
Jama Masjid
Jama Mosque or Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques in India. Situated in Old Delhi, the mosque was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan ( also the builder of Taj Mahal ) between 1644 and 1656. The courtyard can accommodate more than 25,000 people. It is advised to wear full trousers and women should also cover their arms so should wear a full sleeves dress while visiting Jama Mosque.
Duration: 45 minutes
4
Pasar Chandni Chowk
Chandni Chowk or the Moonlight Square is one of the busiest markets of old Delhi. The market has been in existence for three centuries and markets full of spices, dried fruits, silver jewelry, and merry saris, while the narrow side streets are lined with small shops selling essential oils, stationery, and traditional sweets from India. A rickshaw ride or a walk through the fumes and fragrances in the narrow lanes and by-lanes of this market is often enjoyed by visitors.
Duration: 45 minutes
5
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
As by now, it will be time to lunch you will head to the heart of Delhi, The Connaught Place. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib or just Sikh Temple in Delhi is one of the main worship places for Sikhs. A beautiful white building flanked by a golden dome has a pool (Sarovar) inside the complex where the devotees take bath before entering the temple. The holy rhymes of Gurbani meditate the visitor. Volunteer yourself and make some Indian bread (Roti or Chapati) in a large community kitchen in-side the temple which serves free food daily to all the visitors and devotees of all religions, society, caste, and creed. If you like to relish the delicious Indian food cooked and served for free in this Sikh temple or just go to many of the dining options available in Connaught place.
Duration: 45 minutes
6
India Gate
India Gate constructed in 1931 is a war memorial to the 70,000 British Indian Army who died during the First World War. The 42 m high India Gate, an “Arc-de-Triomphe” like archway in the middle of a crossroad, bears the names of more than 13,516 British and Indian soldiers killed in the Northwestern Frontier in the Afghan war of 1919.
Duration: 20 minutes
7
Rashtrapati Bhavan
Drive past President House and other Parliamentary Buildings which are part of Luyten’s Delhi and were constructed between 1920 and 1940 soon after it was decided that the capital of British India shall be shifted from Calcutta to Delhi. President House or The Rashtrapati Bhawan is the home to the President of the largest democracy in the world. Other notable buildings designed by Sir Edward Luyten and his team are Parliament House, North and South Blocks which house the offices of ministers and other government officials.
8
Agra
After having some experiences in Delhi, you shall drive to Agra for about 3.5 hours. Agra about 210 km from Delhi was once the capital of India during the Mughals and is home to many UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the iconic Taj Mahal.
Duration: 4 hours
Drive from Agra to Delhi
1
Taj Mahal
Wake-up early to visit Taj Mahal with our tour guide for the most amazing views during the sunrise, when the sky forms a symphony of colors and the almost translucent marble of this eternal monument absorbs the magical light and reflects it, thus giving an unforgettable show from its gardens.
Constructed between 1631-1653 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as the tomb of his beloved queen, the magical allure of the Taj Mahal has been drawing tourists from all around the world and is the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Taj Mahal remains closed for visitors every Friday. If the scheduled day of the visit to the Taj Mahal is Friday, you shall be visiting the Taj Mahal on a day prior.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Agra Fort
Return to your hotel for breakfast and check-out. Proceed to visit Agra Fort with your tour guide. Agra Fort or Red Fort of Agra is a perfectly preserved massive fort complex that was the main residence of Mughal Emperors till 1638 when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. This UNESCO World Heritage Site houses many palaces constructed by different rulers. Akbar Mahal, Jahangiri Mahal, Palace of Roshan Ara, Diwan-E-Am, Diwan-e-Khas, and Moti Masjid are the main architectural sites inside the fort complex. However, perhaps the most remarkable place inside is the Muthamman Burj or Shahjahani Mahal where Emperor Shah Jahan, the builder of Taj Mahal was imprisoned by his son Aurangzeb as per his desire to have the views of Taj Mahal. Even today, similar and uninterrupted views of the Taj Mahal can be enjoyed.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
New Delhi
After visiting Agra Fort, you will drive back to Delhi to your desired location in Delhi / Noida or Gurugram.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Wheelchair accessible
• All travelers require valid Visa prior to the arrival in India
• Taj Mahal remains closed for visitors on every Friday. In case of the scheduled Taj Mahal visit fall on Friday, You will visit Taj Mahal a day prior
• Taj Mahal sunrise visit is subject to weather conditions
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• This is a Private Tour and no sharing of other tourists is allowed
• As per the prevailing guidelines of Government of India, All foreign travelers should either have Vaccination Completion Certificate of their respective country OR a negative RT-PCR Test report of 72 hours before the departure from the originating country
• Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
