Private Day Tour to Agra from Delhi with Taj Mahal at Sunrise and Agra Fort Tour

Private Day Tour to Agra from Delhi with Taj Mahal at Sunrise and Agra Fort Tour

Overview Journey back to the days of India’s Mughal Empire on this private Delhi to Agra tour that includes admission to two World Heritage sites—Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal. With a private guide, you’ll admire the 16th- and 17th-century architecture of the enormous Agra Fort and the Tomb of Itmad-ud Daulah (aka Baby Taj), and gaze in wonder at the exterior and interior grandeur of the Taj Mahal, one of the New7Wonders of the World. On this private day trip, you can be sure you’ll enjoy an in-depth and personalized experience.

Private day trip to Agra from Delhi

Visit two of India's UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites: the Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort

Explore the huge expanse of the Agra Fort and learn about its Mughal architecture

Get an in-depth tour of the iconic Taj Mahal and the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj)

Enjoy a traditional Indian lunch at a popular restaurant Private tour with an expert guide

Itinerary

After pickup in Delhi by private vehicle, your day trip begins with the approximate 4-hour drive to Agra, a city located on the Yamuna River. Your first stop is World Heritage site and perhaps India’s most iconic landmark, the Taj Mahal at Sunrise. Built in the mid-1600s, this white marble mausoleum was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in dedication to his wife. Learn about the Turkish, Indian and Persian architectural styles as you admire the detailed interior and exterior décor, the beautiful garden and the general magnificence of the place with your guide.

After this, you will enjoy your breakfast at hotel Then head to your last attraction, the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, another mausoleum sometimes referred to as the Baby Taj, as it was one inspiration for the Taj Mahal and sits just across the river from it. Learn from your guide about the Persian influences behind the design of the tomb as you admire its stone inlay and trellis work.

Next you will visit Agra Fort, a World Heritage site and Mughal architectural wonder. With your private guide, enter the 94-acre (34-hectare) brick fort, noting the mix of Islamic and Hindu influences in its design. Hear about the purposes of the various buildings such as the Hall of Private Audience (Diwan-i-Khas), Pearl Fort (Moti Masjid), Mirror Palace (Sheesh Mahal) and Hall of Public Audience (Diwan-i-Am).

Next, enjoy a lunch of Indian dishes at a local restaurant before continuing your tour to your second with the return drive to Delhi.Our Driver will drop to you Delhi airport or any hotel of Delhi