Taj Mahal Sunrise Skip-the-Line Express Entry Ticket & Guide Agra: Taj Mahal Tour with Private Guide Only
ID: GYG1115608-1727964
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Discover the Taj Mahal on a private Agra tour package with skip-the-line entry, expert guide, Agra Fort visit, marble inlay workshop & 5-star lunch. Ideal Agra day or overnight tour from Delhi.
Start your day early with a breathtaking sunrise at the Taj Mahal. Watch the marble monument glow in soft morning light as your guide shares the timeless love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal. Enjoy peaceful, crowd-free photography.
Savor a hot cup of Masala Chai at a family-run café while soaking in the city’s morning charm. Visit the elegant Itimad-ud-Daulah, known as the Baby Taj, and admire its marble inlay work and serene riverfront gardens a beautiful prelude to the Taj Mahal.
Explore the grand Agra Fort, a UNESCO site showcasing Mughal power and artistry. Walk through royal courtyards and enjoy the view of the Taj Mahal from Shah Jahan’s marble balcony. Afterward, visit a local workshop to see how artisans create beautiful marble inlay work using traditional Mughal techniques.
Discover faith and devotion at Mankameshwar Temple, one of Agra’s oldest Shiva temples, and the peaceful Guru Ka Taal Gurudwara, honoring Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji with its ancient stepwell and message of equality.
Enjoy a traditional Mughlai lunch featuring aromatic biryani, kebabs, and naan at a curated local restaurant. Visit Akbar’s Tomb at Sikandra, surrounded by tranquil gardens and peacocks, and marvel at its fusion of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles.
Meet the rescued elephants at Wildlife SOS, India’s leading animal rescue center. Learn about their rehabilitation and support ethical tourism practices. Explore the abandoned Mughal capital Fatehpur Sikri, with its red sandstone palaces, royal courtyards, and the towering Buland Darwaza.
End the day with a serene sunset view of the Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh a perfect finale to your Agra story.
Highlights
- Feel Taj Mahal sunrise magic & capture stunning moments with a photographer
- Explore the grand Agra Fort with rich history and enjoy views of the Taj Mahal
- Visit Baby Taj and admire its beauty & witness Mughal craft at a local workshop
- Discover the faith and devotion at Mankameshwar Temple and Guru Ka Taal
- Meet rescued elephants at Wildlife SOS & explore Fatehpur Sikri’s royal grandeur
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All sites cannot be covered in a single day, please select your preferred attractions.
Shoes must be removed before entering all religious sites (socks allowed).
Modest attire is required for both men and women at all temples and mosques.
Friday prayers or temple ceremonies may affect visiting hours.
The walk includes some uneven paths, wear comfortable footwear.
The tour is fully customizable to include upon request.
Taj Mahal remains closed on Fridays.
Flash photography is not permitted.
This is a 100% ethical and animal-friendly experience.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Agra by private, air-conditioned car
- Skip-the-line entry tickets to heritage sites (if opted)
- Services of a professional licensed tour guide
- Live artisan marble inlay demonstration
- Professional photographer at Taj Mahal only (if opted)
- Bottled mineral water and shoe covers
- Lunch at a 5-star hotel or premium restaurant (if opted)
- All taxes, parking, tolls, and fuel charges
- Private tour exclusivity, no group sharing
NOT INCLUDED
- Tipping or gratuities (optional)
- Personal expenses, drinks and souvenirs
- Anything not listed under inclusions
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.