8-Hour Heritage Expedition from Agra to Chand Baori with Fatehpur Sikri
Highlights
Agra, Fatehpur Sikri
architectural, cultural, sightseeing
Private Tour
8 Hours
Easy
English, Hindi
Description
Embark on an 8-hour journey from Agra, starting with Fatehpur Sikri, a Timurid-inspired city adorned with red sandstone architecture blending Hindu and Muslim influences. Wander through well-preserved spaces, gaining insights into Mughal court life. Next, venture to Chand Baori, a millennia-old stepwell in Abhaneri village, Rajasthan, showcasing India's architectural heritage. Then, led by expert guides, explore the hidden gem's intricate design. Concluding the excursion, return to Agra at your convenience, marking the end of an enriching day trip.
Itinerary
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Mystical Marvels of Fatehpur Sikri and Chand Baori
- Guests will be picked up from Agra at their desired place and head to Fatehpur Sikri first.
- The dynastic architecture of Fatehpur Sikri was based on Timurid forms and styles. The city was built massively, preferably with red sandstone.
- The city's architecture reflects the Hindu and Muslim domestic architecture popular in India at the time.
- The remarkable preservation of these original spaces allows modern archaeologists to reconstruct scenes of Mughal court life and better understand the hierarchy of the city's royal and noble residents.
- It is accessed through gates along the 8 km long fort wall.
- Then, head to Chand Baori.
- The Chand Baori is a stepwell built over a thousand years ago in the Abhaneri village of Rajasthan. It is one of the world's largest and most beautiful step wells.
- Located in the eastern part of the province of Rajasthan, it was built by King Chanda somewhere in the 9th century.
- The Chand Baori is not an easy landmark to find; thus, it is one of India's hidden secrets! Stepwells, also called Baori, are unique to this nation. The wells have steps built into the sides that lead down to the water.
- After completing this day tour, guests will be dropped off at their desired place in Agra, marking the end of this day trip.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 1 | /person |
| 2 to 3 | /person |
| 4 to 6 | /person |
| 7 to 12 | /person |
| 13 to 15 | /person |
| 16 to 20 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 20 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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