Jaisalmer Trip Overview
Discover the unparalleled beauty of the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort on this 2 day-trip from Chennai. Fly to Delhi from Chennai. From Delhi airport we will drive you to Agra. Stay overnight in Agra. On Day 2 explore the stunning Taj Mahal and learn all about the story behind its creation, followed by a visit to Agra Fort. Then drive back to Delhi and board a return flight to Chennai.
Highlights:
• View of the Taj Mahal at sunset from Mehtab Bagh
• The Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World
• 16th century Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Jaisalmer, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Discover the unparalleled beauty of the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort on this 2 day-trip from Chennai. Fly to Delhi from Chennai. From Delhi airport we will drive you to Agra. Stay overnight in Agra. On Day 2 explore the stunning Taj Mahal and learn all about the story behind its creation, followed by a visit to Agra Fort. Then drive back to Delhi and board a return flight to Chennai.
Highlights:
• View of the Taj Mahal at sunset from Mehtab Bagh
• The Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World
• 16th century Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Itinerary
Day 1: Chennai to Agra via Delhi
Pass By: Chennai (Madras), Chennai (Madras), Chennai District, Tamil Nadu
In the morning, our chauffeur will pick you up from your hotel in Chennai and drop you at the airport for your flight to New Delhi.
You will be met on your arrival at Delhi airport and driven to Agra that is situated at a distance of 265 miles from Delhi. The drive to Agra takes around 5 hours. Stop for some light refreshments (beverage excluded) en route. Overnight stay in Hotel Atulyaa or similar hotel.
Stop At: Mehtab Bagh, Nagla Devjit Etmadpur, Agra India
On arrival in Agra, check in to your hotel and spend a few hours at leisure. In the afternoon, visit Mehtab Bagh — a garden designed by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to view the Taj on moonlit nights. The garden complex is situated on the left bank of the River Yamuna opposite the Taj Mahal. From here, watch the sunset over the Taj Mahal.
Kindly Note : Hotel check in time 1400 Hours
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Hotel Atulyaa or similar hotel.
Day 2: Agra city tour and departure for Chennai from Delhi
Pass By: Hotel Taj Resorts, 538, Taj East Gate Rd, Near Shilp Gram, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and drive over to the Taj Mahal. Next visit Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later in the afternoon you will be driven back to Delhi for your return flight to Chennai. Stop for some light refreshments (beverage excluded) on the way.
Our chauffeur will meet you on your arrival in Chennai and drop you off at your hotel.
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
The Taj Mahal is regarded as one of the best examples of Mughal architecture and a symbol of the rich cultural heritage of India. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shahjahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died while giving birth to their 14th child. Made of white marble the delicate lattice work of the windows is a sight to behold. It took 22,000 artisans from all over the world to complete this monument. Following his death, Shahjahan was also laid to rest in this mausoleum.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
After visiting the Taj, drive to the historical Agra Fort. Built by Emperor Akbar, the fort was the primary seat of the Mughal Emperors till 1638 when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. The fort has several memorable pieces of architecture – the Jahangiri Mahal (Jahangir’s Palace), Diwan-i-Aam (Hall of Public Audience), Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audience), Musamman Burj (Octagonal Tower) and Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors).
Kindly Note : Hotel check out time 1200 Hours
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
