Same Day Agra Tour

Duration: 01 Days
Routing: Agra

Detailed Itinerary

Day Excursion to Taj ( Delhi - Agra 210 kms. - Approx 3-4 hrs.)
Pick up from your location and straight driven to Agra through express way Agra; The periodic city, beautifully situated on the banks of river Yamuna. It achieved prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors from the year 1526 to 1628, remains major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri, all three are UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Upon arrival, Guided Visit the Taj Mahal (Closed on Friday), symbol of eternal love, which stands on the banks of River Yamuna. It was built by the 5th Mughal emperor, Shah Jehan in the year 1631 in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It was completed in 22 years. See the color chaging effects of rising sun on white marbles.

Also visit the Agra Fort, taken over from the Lodhis by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. The Fort can be more accurately described as a walled palatial city. It was built from red sandstone, often inlaid with white marble & intricate decorations. Then we will visit Sikandara, Akbar's tomb. His son Jahangir completed the construction of the tomb in the year 1613.

Later driven back to Delhi an transfer to your location.

Optional Activities:

• A series of play depicting the saga of love. The true and immortal love of Shajahan for Mumtaj Mahal- his beautiful wife; the lavish lifestyle of mughal era; emaculate hardship of the artisans for 22 years that created the most precious specimen of craftsmanship