Full-Day City Tour Of Agra Visit The Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri

From
USD
Per Person
Book this tour with
Created with Fabric.js 5.2.4

Tour Information

Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Hotel pickup Available
  • Duration: 9 Hrs
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    08:00 AM
  • Return Details :
    Returns to original departure point
  • Cancellation Policy :
    This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Discover the glory of the Mughal Empire of India on this 12-hour private tour from Agra. See ancient architecture significant to Indias history including the world-famous Taj Mahal, one of the most beautiful monuments and wonders of the world, and the powerful red sandstone fortress of Agra Fort. Lunch at a local restaurant is included.

Know More about this tour


Your full-day tour begins with an 8am pickup from your hotel or Agra Cantt Railway Station (AGC). Meet your guide, board your private AC Toyota car.
First we visit the magnificent Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays), a UNESCO World Heritage Site one of the Seven Wonders of the World and surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men labored for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. It's a wealth of white marble and semi-precious stone undoubtedly the highlight of the tour .
Afterward, visit the Imposing Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D, 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.
At 2:30pm after lunch we begin the 1-hour drive to Fatehpur Sikri, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Described as 'the worlds most perfectly preserved ghost town, it was built by Akbar in the late 16th century, and abandoned after only 14 years. The elegant buildings of this superb walled city remain intact to this day.
In the early evening, take some time to to enjoy shopping in Agra, which is known for its fabulous handcrafts made of marble and soft stone inlay work. The Mughals were great patrons of arts and crafts. Empress Nur Jahan took a 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.
After the sightseeing we transfer to the Agra Cantt Railway Station (AGC) or back to your hotel in Agra around 6pm.

Itinerary:


Your full-day tour begins with an 8am pickup from your hotel or Agra Cantt Railway Station (AGC).  Meet your guide, board your private AC Toyota car.
First we visit the magnificent Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays), a UNESCO World Heritage Site one of the Seven Wonders of the World and surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men labored for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. It's a wealth of white marble and semi-precious stone – « undoubtedly the highlight of the tour ».
Afterward, visit the Imposing Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D, 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.
At 2:30pm after lunch we begin the 1-hour drive to Fatehpur Sikri, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Described as 'the world’s most perfectly preserved ghost town, it was built by Akbar in the late 16th century, and abandoned after only 14 years. The elegant buildings of this superb walled city remain intact to this day.
In the early evening, take some time to  to enjoy shopping in Agra, which is known for its fabulous handcrafts made of marble and soft stone inlay work. The Mughals were great patrons of arts and crafts. Empress Nur Jahan took a 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.
After the sightseeing we transfer to the Agra Cantt Railway Station (AGC) or back to your hotel in Agra around 6pm.

Inclusions

  • Monument entrance fees
  • Live Demonstration of Handmade Embroidery (Zardozi)
  • Live Demonstration of Hand Knotted Carpet weaving (as per guest)
  • All Transfers/Sightseeings by air conditioned private vehicle
  • Professional private tour guide
  • Live Demonstration of Marble craftsmanship
  • Buffet Lunch

Exclusions

  • Drinks
  • Gratuities (recommended)

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Dress code is smart casual

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Traveler Reviews

  • 06-Jan-2020

    Jaya took us with a private driver to see the Taj and other sites we wanted to see. She was excellent and so full of knowledgeable! She was very flexible and allowed us to arrange the itinerary how we wanted. Definitely recommend her and this tour company 😊

  • 27-Jan-2019

    Don’t hesitate! This is an amazing and super organized tour. Our driver Ravi picked us up at airport and took us to Agra where we met our amazing guide Rajesh took us to see the Taj Mahal. He’s very knowledgeable and a great photographer as well. We had tradicional Indian lunch followed by some shopping. It’s a very long day but worth every second! We also used Nikita Holidays for our transportation in Mumbai and city Tour. Raj Sharma, the CEO made everything go smoothly. Super recommended!

  • 01-Aug-2018

    This was the best tour I ever took. Seeing the Taj Mahal is a once in a lifetime dream and Raj, Maresh and Prem made our dream come true. We were treated like family for three days. Maresh and Prem were knowledgeable about the sights and always concerned about our well being given the heat. They accommodated our wishes, were always on time and I received constant emails from Raj making sure everything was ok during our time with them. I very highly recommend them!!!!!

  • 03-Jul-2018

    I am so happy I booked my once in a lifetime tour of the Taj Mahal and environs with this company. Our guide Mahesh was super! He went out of his way to find me a gold 3D charm of the Taj Mahal. He did this by making several phone calls and going to 3 shops. He was also very attentive to all of our needs concerning the heat (113°). Our driver Prem was great as well. We enjoyed our two days with them immensely. My husband and I joked that they treated us better than our own family! Raj the manager kept texting me throughout our two days to make sure the service was superior. Thank you for making our once in a lifetime experience extra memorable.

  • 17-Oct-2017

    Interesting sight seeing tour with a lot good photo locations. My guide - Mahesh - has a detailed knowledge about all the historical places. Recommended and nothing to claim.

  • 17-Oct-2017

    Interesting sight seeing tour with a lot good photo locations. My guide - Mahesh - has a detailed knowledge about all the historical places. Recommended and nothing to claim.