Jaipur Trip Overview
Visit the Taj Mahal the world’s best-known tomb which stands testimony to the timeless love story of the 17th century Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, and his queen Mumtaz Mahal. You’ll also visit Agra Fort built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D. Shopping in Agra, Agra’s major handicraft products besides inlay work are: leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewelry and embroidery work. This day trip includes a professional guide, transport, buffet lunch, entrance fees and One-way train ticket (Agra to New Delhi).
Additional Info
Duration: 14 to 15 hours
Starts: Jaipur, India
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Rail Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Visit the Taj Mahal the world’s best-known tomb which stands testimony to the timeless love story of the 17th century Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, and his queen Mumtaz Mahal. You’ll also visit Agra Fort built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D. Shopping in Agra, Agra’s major handicraft products besides inlay work are: leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewelry and embroidery work. This day trip includes a professional guide, transport, buffet lunch, entrance fees and One-way train ticket (Agra to New Delhi).
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Jaipur, Jaipur, Jaipur District, Rajasthan
At 6am, meet your driver at your hotel / airport any other desired pickup location in Jaipur then four hours drive to Agra.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
Reach Agra and First, visit the wonderful Taj Mahal, UNESCO World Heritage site (closed on Fridays). The world’s best-known tomb stands testimony to the timeless love story of the 17th century Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan and his queen Mumtaz Mahal.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Priya Restaurant, Fatehabad Rd, near Shanti Mangalik Hospital, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India
In the early afternoon, take a break for lunch which will be enjoyed at one of the best local air-conditioned restaurants (meal not include).
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Afterwards, make your way and visit another UNESCO World Heritage site, Agra Fort. Built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D., this huge fort is made of red sandstone. Walk through the maze of the courtyards, mosques and private chambers of the fort which echo the story of the Mughal Empire.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Mehtab Bagh, Nagla Devjit Etmadpur, Agra India
Around mid-afternoon, enjoy a photo tour of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh (own expense) The Moonlight Garden which is believed to have been designed by Shah Jahan to view the Taj on moonlit nights far away from the maddening crowd. The garden complex is situated on the left bank of Yamuna opposite to Taj Mahal.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Sanskriti’s Imperial Gems, A 11, Taj nagri, phase 2, Agra India
You have the option to enjoy shopping in the early evening in Agra. The city is known for its fabulous handicrafts made of marble and softstone 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: leather-ware, brass-ware, carpets, jewelry and embroidery work.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Siroli Rd, Agra Cantt, Idgah Colony, Dhanauli, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India
At the end of this tour at 4:30pm you will be transferred back to Agra Cantt railway station to catch your train back to Delhi, which departs at 5:40pm.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Nizamuddin Railway Station, Nizamuddin, Nizamuddin East, New Delhi, Delhi 110013, India
At 7:30pm upon arrival to Nizamuddin Delhi railway station, you will be greeted by your driver, who then will transfer you back to your hotel in Delhi.
Duration: 1 hour
