On this private 8-hour tour you discover the metropolitan region of Agra city at your own pace. Agra, a city in northern India’s Uttar Pradesh state, is home to the iconic Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built for the Mughal ruler Shah Jahan’s wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in childbirth in 1631. There is no better way to travel by private air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the services of your local city expert to explore the beautiful city of Agra.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Hotel/Airport pickup and drop-off in Agra
✔ Fuel, parking fee, surcharge and vehicle taxes
✔ Air-conditioned vehicle with private driver.
✔ Private local city guide
✖ Entrance tickets
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Oyo Hotel Shanti Palace
2. Hotel Man Sarover Muskan
3. Mansion Grand Agra
4. OYO 18422 Central Grand
5. Shanti Lodge
6. OYO 23071 Hotel Arman Palace & Banquet
7. OYO 29175 Hotel Rp 74
8. Hotel D.C.Vilas
9. OYO 19743 The Chef's Club
10. Hotel Anand Villa
11. The Oberoi Amarvilas
12. Grand Mercure Agra
13. OYO Hotel Jalsa
14. Hotel Shyam Palace
15. Joey's Hostel
16. OYO 35450 Bombay Central Hotel
17. OYO 13023 Hotel Downtown
18. OYO 9237 Hotel Mumtaz Mahal
19. OYO 23595 Hotel Tajway Inn
20. GenX Usha Kiran Agra
Additional Info: Please provide hotel details while booking.
Itinerary
1
Agra
On this private 8-hour tour you discover the metropolitan region of Agra city at your own pace. Agra, a city in northern India’s Uttar Pradesh state, is home to the iconic Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built for the Mughal ruler Shah Jahan’s wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died in childbirth in 1631. Set behind a reflecting pool inside a courtyard defined by 4 minarets, the imposing main building features a massive dome and intricately carved white marble inlaid with precious stones.
2
Taj Mahal
The magical allure of the Taj Mahal draws tourists to Agra like moths to a wondrous flame. And despite the hype, it’s every bit as good as you’ve heard. But the Taj is not a stand-alone attraction. The legacy of the Mughal empire has left a magnificent fort and a liberal sprinkling of fascinating tombs and mausoleums; and there’s also fun to be had in the bustling chowks (marketplaces).
Duration: 3 hours
3
Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah
Baby Taj, India’s first tomb to be made completely out of marble, Itmad-Ud-Daulah signals the beginning of new era in Mughal architecture. Mehtab Bagh, A little known prime viewing spot of the Taj Mahal exists opposite the monument on the northern shores of the Yamuna River in Agra. It is Mehtab Bagh, a centuries old garden complex and much more.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Mehtab Bagh
Mehtab Bagh is a charbagh complex in Agra, North India. It lies north of the Taj Mahal complex and the Agra Fort on the opposite side of the Yamuna River, in the flood plains. The garden complex, square in shape, measures about 300 by 300 metres and is perfectly aligned with the Taj Mahal on the opposite bank
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Agra Fort
Agra Fort is a historical fort in the city of Agra in India. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638, when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. Before capture by the British, the last Indian rulers to have occupied it were the Marathas
Duration: 2 hours
6
Sikandra is the mausoleum of Akbar. Akbar himself started construction of this beautiful monument. This structure has a perfect blending of Hindu, Christian, Islamic, Buddhist, Jain themes.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Airport pick-up/drop off is available. Flight details must be provided at time of
