Tour Overview : 3 Days Taj Mahal Tour India

A short 2 day tour to the city of love Agra, one of the most visited tourist destination of India. This short tour is perfect for a visitor to Delhi with limited time. As most travelers would say, you cannot visit India, and not see the Taj Mahal. So, if you are a business or a leisure visitor to India, with limited time in your hand, this 2 day trip to Agra is just the right way to see the Taj Mahal. This tour includes comprehensive sightseeing, including two visits to the world famous tribute of love, Taj Mahal.

Experiences (3 Days Agra Tour Package)

Day 1: New Delhi - Agra (210 Kms)

8:00 AM - Pickup from your hotel and drive to Agra city via yamuna expressway almost 3 hours drive.

11:00 AM - Agra

On arrival, Check-in hotel and After lunch, get ready for Agra Fort and Mehtab Bagh.

2:30 PM - Agra Fort

Explore the impressive walled exteriors and inner paradise of the Red Fort.

4:30 PM - Time for Shopping

You may wish to enjoy shopping in Agra is 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: leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work.

5:00 PM - Explore Mehtab Bagh (Sunset Point)

After having lunch, if you want to experience a sunset view of the Taj Mahal, then you can view the Mehtab Bagh. This park, originally built by Emperor Babur as the last in a series of 11 parks on the Yamuna’s east bank (long before the Taj was conceived). Later back to hotel. Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 02 - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra Walks

Get up Early in the morning for a great view of the sunrise over the Taj Mahal. Marvel at the spectacular marble mausoleum from the outside, before looking inside the temple to Mumtaz Mahal, beloved wife of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan After Breakfast, checkout from the hotel and drive to Fatehpur Sikri (40 Kms From Agra).

Buland Darwaza is an astounding example of the Mughal architecture. It is made of red and buff sandstone, decorated by white and black marble. One needs to climb a flight of 42 steps in order to reach the gateway, which stands tall at a height of 40 m. The total height of the structure is about 54 m (176 feet) from the ground level. It is a15 storied high gateway acting as the southern entrance of the city of Fatehpur Sikri. It took nearly 12 years to build this magnificent gateway.

This massive gate is the highest gateway in the world and it was built in 1576 AD by Akbar to commemorate his victory over Gujarat.

The Jami Masjid was built by Akbar in 1571-72 AD. This is also called Friday mosque. It is the congregational mosque and was perhaps one of the first buildings to be constructed in the complex. It was built under the supervision of Sufi Saint, Sheikh Salim Chishti and his descendants. After Lunch, Drive to Delhi.

Jodha Bai Ka Rauza is an excellent example of the fusion of Hindu and Muslim architectures. The palace has distinct Gujarati and Rajasthani architectural patterns. The palace building consists of a rectangular block with a single magnificent gateway on eastern side, which was protected by guard rooms.

Panch Mahal was built by Emperor Akbar primarily used as a recreational and pleasure palace by the queens and the other ladies of the court. This is also known as badgir or the wind tower. This pillared pavilion is made of red sand stone comprising of five pavilions, each of which is connected to the next floor by a flight of stairs. The ground floor of the building is made up of 84 pillars that supports the entire structure. As one climbs up the Panch Mahal, the size of the pavilions becomes smaller and the number of pillars supporting the upper floor decreases in number. The first floor has 56 pillars, 20 pillars on second floor, 12 on the third floor and 4 on the fourth level.

Later after noon back to hotel. Overnight stay in Agra. 2nd day of Agra Tour Package end here.

Day 03 - Agra - Delhi Full-day tour - Departure

After breakfast,checkout and drive to New Delhi. Visit India Gate, Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar and Parliament Building. Later our will drop you at the Hotel or Airport for your onwards journey or flight back to your sweet home.

Know before you go

• Please note that the Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays
• If you wish to visit the Baby Taj, not included in this itinerary, please make a request at the start of the tour. You can purchase the ticket on the spot.
• Taj Mahal sunrise visit is subject to weather conditions.
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.