New Delhi Trip Overview
The ‘City of Love’ Agra is one of the most-visited tourist destinations of India. Our exclusive 2-day tour is perfect for a visitor to Delhi with limited time. As most travelers would say, you definitely 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.
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Duration: 2 days
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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The ‘City of Love’ Agra is one of the most-visited tourist destinations of India. Our exclusive 2-day tour is perfect for a visitor to Delhi with limited time. As most travelers would say, you definitely 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.
Itinerary
Day 1: DRIVE DELHI –AGRA (220 KM/ 4 HRS)
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Your 2 day Agra Tour can begin with a pick up from either New Delhi International Airport or from your hotel in Delhi, where you will be met by a Trans India Holidays representative and will be driven to the city of love, Agra.
Agra: Agra is situated on the bank of Yamuna River. It is the dwelling place to India’s famous monument, the Taj Mahal. The charming town was the erstwhile capital of Mughal Empire in the 16th & 17th centuries.
On your arrival at the hotel in Agra you will again be met by our representative who will then assist you with the check-in formalities.
Later, in the afternoon, the tour guide will pick you up from the hotel for a guided sightseeing tour of the Agra Fort and a sunset visit to the Taj Mahal.
Agra Fort: Emperor Akbar started the construction of this huge red sandstone Agra Fort on the bank of Yamuna River in 1565. It was mainly constructed for the soldiers until his grandson, Shah Jahan, added more opulent accommodations. There are a number of attractive buildings within its porches such as Samman Burj, where Shah Jahan was imprisoned by his son, Moti Masjid, a white marble mosque, Diwan–e–Am, Diwan–e–Khas, Jahangir’s Palace, Khaas Mahal and Sheesh Mahal.
Taj Mahal: Emperor Shah Jahan constructed the Taj Mahal in the memory of his wife Mumtaj Mahal who died during the birth of their child in 1631. The construction of this famous monument is said to have taken 22 years, starting from 1631.Over 20,000 artisans were working day and night for the construction of this landmark. The visit to the Taj Mahal will long be remembered by you as the highlight of your 2 days Agra Tour.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 2: DRIVE AGRA – DELHI (220 KM/ 4 HRS
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
The day begins early with a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal. Your guide and the driver will pick you up from the hotel and take you for a guided sightseeing tour of the Taj Mahal. Return to the hotel for breakfast after sightseeing.
Later, check out of hotel, and your 2 days Agra tour comes to an end with a drop either to Delhi International Airport, or at your hotel in Delhi.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
