Agra: Shopping Tour with Marble Inlay Workshop & Souvenirs Only Expert Tour Guide
ID: GYG1129094-1756963
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover Agra’s vibrant markets on a guided Shopping Tour featuring authentic marble inlay workshops, handicrafts, textiles & unique souvenirs—an cultural and shopping experience in the City of Taj.
1. Hotel Pick-Up & Intro to Agra Crafts
Your guide meets you at your hotel and gives a short overview of Agra’s famous handicraft traditions including marble inlay, textiles, leatherwork, carpets, jewelry, and miniature art.
2. Visit to a Marble Inlay Workshop
See skilled artisans creating intricate Pietra Dura (marble inlay) designs.
Learn about the process used for Taj Mahal artwork.
Try your hand at basic inlay work (optional).
Explore a range of handcrafted marble souvenirs.
3. Handicraft & Souvenir Shopping Tour
Your guide takes you to select, government-approved stores known for authenticity and fair prices. Stops may include:
• Textile & Embroidery House
Shawls, pashmina, hand-embroidered garments, block prints.
• Leather & Handbag Factory
Authentic Agra leather bags, jackets, wallets, and belts.
• Carpet & Rug Weaving Center
Watch traditional loom weaving and browse fine silk and wool rugs.
• Jewelry & Gemstone Store
Semi-precious stone jewellery, Mughal-style designs.
• Miniature Painting Studio
Mughal art, marble paintings, and artistic souvenirs.
4. Tea/Coffee Break
Enjoy a refreshing break at a local café before continuing your shopping journey.
5. Local Bazaar Walk (Optional)
Stroll through a local market for spices, decorative items, and small souvenirs—perfect for budget shopping.
6. Drop-Off at Your Hotel
Your tour ends with a comfortable drop-off at your hotel, bags full of beautiful Agra souvenirs.
Highlights
- Discover Agra’s finest handicrafts with a local expert guide.
- Visit a traditional marble inlay workshop and watch artisans craft designs.
- Explore premium markets for textiles, leather goods, jewelry, and carpets.
- Learn about the heritage behind Agra’s famous Pietra Dura art.
- Enjoy hassle-free transportation in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Hotel/airport pick up and drop off
- Private ac car for sightseeing with driver
- Expert local tour guide
- Mineral water bottle
- All toll taxes and parking
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
