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Journey back to the days of India’s Mughal Empire on this private Delhi to Agra tour that includes visit to the two UNESCO sites – Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. With a private guide, you’ll admire the 16th- and 17th-century architecture of the enormous Agra Fort and gaze in wonder at the exterior and interior grandeur of the Taj Mahal, one of the New7Wonders of the World. On this private day trip, you can be sure you’ll have an in-depth and personalized experience
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Duration: 10 hours
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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Journey back to the days of India’s Mughal Empire on this private Delhi to Agra tour that includes visit to the two UNESCO sites – Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. With a private guide, you’ll admire the 16th- and 17th-century architecture of the enormous Agra Fort and gaze in wonder at the exterior and interior grandeur of the Taj Mahal, one of the New7Wonders of the World. On this private day trip, you can be sure you’ll have an in-depth and personalized experience
Itinerary
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Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
After pickup in Delhi by private vehicle, your day trip begins with the approximate 4-hour drive to Agra, a historical city located on the Yamuna River.
Your first stop is Taj Mahal, a World Heritage site and perhaps India’s most iconic landmark. Built in the mid-17th century, this white marble mausoleum was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in dedication to his beloved wife Mumtaj Mahal. The construction is believed to have taken 21 years (1632-1653) with over 20,000 artisans working round the clock. Learn about the Turkish, Indian and Persian architectural styles as you admire the detailed interior and exterior décor, the beautiful garden and the general magnificence of the place with your guide.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Next, continue to your second World Heritage site and a Mughal architectural wonder, Agra Fort. With your private guide, enter the 94-acre (34-hectare) brick fort, noting the mix of Islamic and Hindu influences in its design. Hear about the purposes of the various buildings such as the Hall of Private Audience (Diwan-i-Khas), Pearl Fort (Moti Masjid), Mirror Palace (Sheesh Mahal) and Hall of Public Audience (Diwan-i-Am).
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: ITC Mughal, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Agra, Itc Mughal, Fatehabad Rd, Tajganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India
Afterward, proceed to enjoy a lunch of Indian dishes at the grand ITC Mughal, Agra. Taste the rustic flavors of North Indian cuisine served to you as it was to the Mughal royalty.
Your day trip then ends with the return drive to Delhi.
**Flexibility in the sequence of sightseeing of the monuments in Agra.
Duration: 1 hour
