Taj Mahal Private Day Tour from Delhi with One Way Airport Transfer

Taj Mahal Private Day Tour from Delhi with One Way Airport Transfer

Experience two of India’s world-famous historic landmarks with this exciting Taj Mahal private day tour from Delhi! Make your way to the historical city of Agra to see the UNESCO World Heritage site and Mughal architectural wonder, the Agra Fort. This historical fort was the residence of the Mughal Dynasty rulers until the capital of the country was changed from Agra to Delhi. After, satisfy your taste buds with a taste of India’s delicious cuisine during lunch at a local restaurant. The tour ends with a visit to the iconic, Taj Mahal – a must-see landmark for anyone visiting! Be in awe at the marbled ivory white landmark stunning architecture built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan in memory of his wife. While you tour, feel free to ask the tour’s expert English-speaking guide your questions about India’s traditions, customs, and history. You’ll also get the chance to make your trip hassle-free with the tour package’s convenient airport transfer! Simply choose your preferred transfer.

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Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India

The Taj Mahal is located on the right bank of the Yamuna River in a vast Mughal garden that encompasses nearly 17 hectares, in the Agra District in Uttar Pradesh. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal with construction starting in 1632 AD and completed in 1648 AD, with the mosque, the guest house and the main gateway on the south, the outer courtyard and its cloisters were added subsequently and completed in 1653 AD. The existence of several historical and Quaranic inscriptions in Arabic script have facilitated setting the chronology of Taj Mahal. For its construction, masons, stone-cutters, inlayers, carvers, painters, calligraphers, dome builders and other artisans were requisitioned from the whole of the empire and also from the Central Asia and Iran. Ustad-Ahmad Lahori was the main architect of the Taj Mahal.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India

Agra Fort was built in the year 1573 under the reign of Akbar – one of the greatest Mughal Emperors. It took more than 4000 workers and eight years of hardship to complete the fort. Knowing the significance of its location, Akbar built the fort to make it the main residence of the Mughals. The fort remained as the main residence of the emperors belonging to the Mughal dynasty until the year 1638. The fort houses numerous impressive structures like the Jahangir Mahal, Khas Mahal, Diwan-i-Khass, Diwan-i-Am, Machchhi Bhawan and Moti Masjid. In 1638, the capital of the Mughal dynasty was moved from Agra to Delhi, causing the Agra Fort to lose its status as the main residence of the Mughal emperors. The fort is separated from its sister monument Taj Mahal by just 2.5 kilometers. Often described as the walled city, Agra Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Today, the fort is a major tourist spot and attracts many tourists from all over the world.

Duration: 1 hour