Full-Day Sunrise Tour Of Taj Mahal & Agra Fort From Delhi
Highlights
Delhi, Agra
cultural, historical, sightseeing
Group Tour
14 Hours
Easy
English
Description
Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this incredible tour. It’s the perfect tour to save time if you’re in the capital for a short period but want to experience as much as possible. It’ll be a hassle-free tour with all transfers organized for you. Travel in a comfortable vehicle, see the Taj Mahal at sunrise, the Agra Fort, and explore local markets.
Itinerary
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Delhi to Agra
- At 2:30 am in morning, you'll be picked up from Airport or anywhere in Delhi and be taken on a 3-hour drive to Agra via the Yamuna Express Highway.
- Arrive in Agra, and your Agra tour guide will meet you at the hotel lobby, from where you'll continue sightseeing.
- Leave for the sunrise tour of the world-famous – Taj Mahal (A UNESCO World Heritage Site). This white-marble world wonder was built by a great emperor Shahjahan in memory of his beloved Mumtaaz. After the Taj Mahal, stop for a buffet breakfast at a hotel.
- After breakfast, you'll go to the imposing Agra Fort. This huge fort is made from red sandstones (A UNESCO World Heritage Site) and built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D. 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 echoes the Mughal Empire's story.
- After sightseeing, you may wish 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. Besides inlay work, Agra's major handicraft products are leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewellery, and embroidery work.
- Drive back to Delhi. Arrive by 2:00 pm, where you will be dropped at your hotel or airport in Delhi.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.