Agra Trip Overview
Taj Mahal in Agra – one of the seven wonders of the world. Millions of tourists visit per year to explore its beauty and architecture design. The Taj Mahal was built by the Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved third wife Mumtaj. It is a white marble mausoleum situated at the southern bank of Yamuna river. Experience this extraordinary heritage at both sunrise and sunset. Also visit the Agra Fort and a local market for shopping in Agra.
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Duration: 12 hours
Starts: Agra, India
Trip Category: Tours & Sightseeing >> Full-day Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
Taj Mahal in Agra – one of the seven wonders of the world. Millions of tourists visit per year to explore its beauty and architecture design. The Taj Mahal was built by the Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved third wife Mumtaj. It is a white marble mausoleum situated at the southern bank of Yamuna river. Experience this extraordinary heritage at both sunrise and sunset. Also visit the Agra Fort and a local market for shopping in Agra.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
You will be picked up from your hotel, airport or railway station in Agra at 6am and leave for the world-famous Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Witness this white-marble world wonder built by a great emperor in memory of his beloved at sunrise.
Later you can go to a hotel for breakfast (own expense).
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Next we 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 and the inside reflects an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles. The maze of courtyards, mosques, and private chambers echo the story of the Mughal Empire.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Priya Restaurant, Fatehabad Rd, near Shanti Mangalik Hospital, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India
Around 1pm a short break to enjoy lunch at a popular local restaurant.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Sanskriti’s Imperial Gems, A 11, Taj nagri, phase 2, Agra India
After Lunch then go for shopping in Agra that 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 embroidery work. Agra’s other handicraft products include leather-ware, brass-ware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
After shopping, revisit the Taj Mahal at sunset and witness a completely different atmosphere from your morning visit.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
After a memorable day you will be transferred back to your hotel, airport or railway station in Agra.
