Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra from Delhi by Car

Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra from Delhi by Car

On this 2-Day private tour to the Taj Mahal and Agra, you will drive from Delhi to Agra. Visit the Taj Mahal  - the world's best-known tomb stands testimony to the timeless love story of the 17th century Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan and his queen Mumtaz Mahal. See Agra Fort (UNESCO World Heritage site) with its elegant buildings combined with Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles. Professional guide, overnight accommodation and meals as per itinerary are included.

Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi to 3-Hrs drive to Agra (L)

Pass By: India Gate, Rajpath Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
At 9am, you'll be picked up from the airport or hotel in Delhi and drive to Agra (3 hours) via the express highway. Reach city of the Taj Mahal, Agra.

In the early afternoon, enjoy a lunch break provided at one of the best local air-conditioned restaurant.

Stop At: Mehtab Bagh, Nagla Devjit Etmadpur, Agra India
In the evening, you have two options you can choose from. Enjoy a photo tour of Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh - The Moonlight Garden, believed to have been designed by Shah Jahan to view the Taj on moonlight nights, far away from the maddening crowd. The garden complex is situated on the left bank of Yamuna opposite to Taj Mahal. It is a huge square measuring approximately 984 x 984 ft (300 x 300 m) and in straight alignment with the Taj Mahal. The forestry plantations and agricultural fields provide a green forecourt to Taj Mahal and its reflection in Yamuna.

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Your second option would allow you to enjoy shopping in Agra, known for its fabulous handicrafts made of marble and soft stone inlay work. The Mughals were great patrons of arts and crafts. Empress Nur Jahan took personal interest and was an accomplished artist herself in zari embroidery work. Agra's major handicraft products besides inlay work are: leather ware, brass-ware, carpets, jewelry and embroidery work.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4* Hotel: Four Point by Sheraton or similar
Overnight at a 5* Hotel: The Hilton or similar

Day 2: Agra City Tour and 3-Hrs drive to Delhi (B, L)

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
At 6am, you'll be picked up from your hotel in Agra and visit for world famous Taj Mahal, A UNESCO World Heritage site. (Taj Mahal closed on Fridays). and you'll be just in time for sunrise. See just how stunning the majestic palace looks under the beautiful rising sun before you head out with your guide on a tour of the grounds.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
In the late morning, visit the imposing UNESCO World Heritage site - Agra Fort, Built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D, and this huge fort is made of red sandstone. The elegant buildings inside reflect an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles. The maze of the courtyards, mosques and private chambers of the fort echo the story of the Mughal Empire.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
In the early afternoon, savor lunch at one of the area’s best local air-conditioned restaurants.

Afterwards, visit Agra then drive back to Delhi arriving around 5pm at your hotel or airport.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.