Experience this overnight adventure that gives you the opportunity to make a pilgrimage to the Taj Mahal, India's most famous architectural wonder. After pick-up from Goa, you’ll fly to Delhi and drive to Agra - The City of Taj Mahal. This guided tour gives you insight into Agra, a city famous for its Unesco World Heritage Sites where you’ll see the Taj Mahal at Sunrise (One of the seven wonders of the world), Agra Fort (one of the finest Mughal forts in India) and the river-facing Mehtab Bagh Garden (known for its stunning Taj Mahal views). The private tour includes either 5-star and 4-star accommodation or you can also choose to book without accommodation (depending on the option selected when booking), return commercial flights in economy class, both-way airport transfers in Goa, private car and driver, private local tour guide, breakfast at hotel, all entrance fees, and bottled water.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Battery Bus/golf cart return ride from Taj Mahal parking
✔ 1-night hotel accommodation on twin sharing with breakfast (If booked with option including Hotels)
✔ Monument entrance fees for sights mentioned
✔ Transport by private air-condition vehicle as per itinerary
✔ Breakfast
✔ Professional private local guide for sightseeing in Agra
✔ Both-way airport transfers in Goa by air-conditioned vehicle
✔ Unlimited Bottled Mineral Water in vehicle during entire trip
✔ Return commercial flights (Goa - Delhi - Goa) in economy class
✖ Anything not mentioned in Inclusions
✖ Camera Fees at monuments
✖ Food and drinks, unless specified
✖ Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure:
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From Your Hotel, Cruise Port, or other desired location in Goa
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
Goa - Delhi (By Flight) / Drive To Agra & Half Day Agra Sightseeing
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Goa
Pick-up at around 5 am from your Hotel, Cruise Port or other desired location in Goa and transfer to the local airport by air-conditioned vehicle to board your commercial scheduled flight to New Delhi.
2
Agra
Meet and greet upon arrival at Delhi airport and drive 3-4hrs appox. to the city of Taj Mahal, Agra is an ancient city on the banks of the River Yamuna famous for its Mughal architecture and for being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal - a monument of incredible elegance and architectural perfection.
Upon arrival in Agra check in to your pre-booked hotel.
Duration: 3 hours
3
Agra Fort
Early evening visit Agra Fort (a Unesco World Heritage Site) - is a historical fort along the bank of the Yamuna River in the city of Agra. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638 and one of the finest Mughal forts in India. Walking through courtyard after courtyard of this palatial red-sandstone and marble fortress, your amazement grows as the scale of what was built here begins to sink in.
Duration: 60 minutes
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Mehtab Bagh
Early evening proceed to a Photo Tour of Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh — the moonlit garden — believed to have been designed by Shah Jahan to view the Taj on moonlit nights, far away from the maddening crowd, The garden complex is situated on the left bank of Yamuna opposite to TajMahal. It is a huge square measuring approximately 300x300 m and in straight alignment with the Taj Mahal. The forestry plantations and agricultural fields provide a green forecourt to TajMahal and its reflection in Yamuna. It's a popular spot to view the Taj Mahal at sunset.
Duration: 60 minutes
Visit Taj Mahal at Sunrise & Drive To Delhi / Flight to Goa
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Taj Mahal
This morning (at sunrise) takes you early to the breathtaking Taj Mahal (a Unesco World Heritage Site) to avoid the crowds and heat in the daytime. The Taj Mahal a marvel on marble was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in commemoration of his favourite wife, Empress Mumtaz Mahal. Just immerse yourself in its amazing architecture, history, and beauty. The magical allure of the Taj Mahal shall definitely be the highlight of your tour. Later back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast.
Note: 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 the previous day at sunset and can enjoy the sunrise views of Taj Mahal this day from Mehtab bagh gardens.
Duration: 2 hours
2
New Delhi
Early afternoon check out from your hotel in Agra and drive back 3-4 hrs to New Delhi airport from where you board your flight back to Goa.
3
Goa
Evening arrive Goa Airport, meet by our representative upon arrival and get transferred to your hotel, cruise port or other desired location in Goa.
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• Taj Mahal remains closed for visitors on every Friday. In case scheduled Taj Mahal visiting day fall on Friday, You will visit Taj Mahal a day prior at sunset
• Mandatory Gala Dinner on X-mas and New Year Eve at hotel of stay is not included and will be charged extra
• Taj Mahal sunrise visit is subject to clear weather conditions
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• Dress code is smart casual
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Travelers should be fully vaccinated and carry the covid vaccination certificate
• At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
• Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
