Experience the Power of The Mughal Empire from New Delhi
ID: GYG451363-810204
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Discover the treasures of the Mughal Empire of India on a private full-day tour of Agra.
See the Taj Mahal, visit the Baby Taj and the exquisite abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri.
Pick-up from your Accommodation in Delhi, Gurgaon or Noida in the early morning by private, air-conditioned vehicle to begin your journey to Agra.
Along the way, chat to your private driver and gaze out over India’s passing landscapes and villages.
After roughly three hours, arrive in bustling Agra, the home of the Unesco World Heritage-listed Taj Mahal. Get tantalizing glimpses of this incredible 17th-century building as you approach. Then, on arrival, meet your local guide.
08:00 Stop first at the Taj Mahal and hear about the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, who built the Taj Mahal for his beloved wife.
11:00 Next, visit Baby Taj, located on the opposite bank of the Yamuna river. It was built by Noorjahan in the memory of her father.
13:00 Lunch Break in an air-conditioned Restaurant. 14:00 Your next excursion in the city includes free time to shop for souvenirs (own expense). Agra is well known for its intricate handicrafts and embroidery work.
15:00 last stop to see Fatehpur Sikri, the deserted 16th-century capital of the Mughal Empire. As you walk around the complex and adjoining Jama Masjid mosque and Victory Gate (Buland Darwaza), learn how Fatehpur was built in 1539 and then abandoned just a decade later.
Your day trip then ends with a hotel drop-off back in Delhi at approximately
Highlights
- A Uniformed chauffeur and tour Guide will escort you
- Travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle
- Tea, coffee, and bottled water will be provided
- Confirmation at the time of the booking
- Hotel pickup and drop-off provided
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please carry a valid photo ID (passport/driving license/student identity card)
Please note: Taj Mahal remains closed on every Friday
Pick-up from your Accommodation in Delhi, Gurgaon or Noida
The driver will wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.