From Delhi: Taj Mahal & Agra City Tour with Fatehpur Sikri Private Tour with Tour Guide Only
ID: GYG1077177-1670422
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
14:00 hours
Description
See the best of Agra on a private day tour from Delhi. Explore the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikri. Enjoy seamless transport and an expert guide.
7:00 AM - 7:30 AM: Pickup from Delhi
Your private driver and expert guide will pick you up from your hotel or a designated location in Delhi. You will begin your journey to Agra via the Yamuna Expressway, a modern and efficient highway. The drive takes approximately 3 to 3.5 hours.
10:30 AM: Arrival in Agra & Taj Mahal Visit
Upon arrival in Agra, you will be taken directly to the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Your guide will provide an in-depth tour of the mausoleum, explaining its history, architectural significance, and the love story behind its creation by Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. You will have ample time to take photos and admire the stunning marble monument.
1:00 PM: Lunch
After your visit to the Taj Mahal, you will be taken to a local restaurant to enjoy a traditional Indian lunch.
2:00 PM: Agra Fort Tour
After lunch, you will visit the majestic Agra Fort, a massive red sandstone fortress. Your guide will lead you through the various palaces, halls, and courtyards within the fort, sharing stories of the Mughal emperors who once resided there.
4:00 PM: Drive to Fatehpur Sikri
Depart from Agra for a short drive to the historical town of Fatehpur Sikri, located approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles) away.
5:00 PM: Fatehpur Sikri Exploration
Explore this impressive, well-preserved deserted Mughal capital. Your guide will show you key structures like the Buland Darwaza (Gate of Victory), Jama Masjid, and the tomb of Sufi saint Salim Chishti. Learn about the city's brief but significant history as a royal capital under Emperor Akbar.
6:30 PM: Drive Back to Delhi
Begin your return journey to Delhi. The drive will take approximately 3 to 3.5 hours.
9:30 PM - 10:00 PM: Drop-off in Delhi
You will be dropped off at your hotel or a designated location in Delhi, concluding your memorable day tour.
Highlights
- Guided tour of the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Explore the historic Agra Fort, a massive red sandstone fortress.
- Visit Fatehpur Sikri, the UNESCO World Heritage city built by Emperor Akbar.
- Skip-the-line access to Taj Mahal, avoiding long queues.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Some restaurants may be closed on Sundays
Optional activities are available at additional cost
The tour involves a lot of walking
INCLUDED
- Hotel/airport pick up and drop off
- Private A/C Car for sightseeing with driver
- Government approved professional tour guide
- Monuments entry tickets (If option select)
- Lunch at 5-Star hotel (If option select)
- 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.
