Visit Fatehpur Sikri, Chand Baori With Jaipur Drop From Agra

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ID: GYG480055-852720
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Country: India

Duration: 08:00 hours


Description

An abandoned city & one of the most impressive cisterns in India are the two attractions that await you on this day trip to Fatehpur Sikri and Chand Baori from Agra & Jaipur drop. Ready to be amazed?
At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your desire place in Agra and then set off to the enigmatic Fatehpur Sikri and drive for about an hour to get there.

Welcome to the best-preserved ghost town in the world! We'll start touring this UNESCO World Heritage Site and admire how its various buildings perfectly combine Indian and Arabian architecture.

Fatehpur Sikri was only inhabited for less than 20 years due to the scarcity of water in the area. The city built by order of the Mughal emperor Akbar in the 16th century fell into oblivion. Its impressive monumental legacy, however, has survived to the present day.

During the visit, we'll see the impressive Buland Darwaza Gate, the mosque, the tomb of the saint Salim Chishti and many other important landmarks.

After exploring Fatehpur Sikri, we'll hop back on the bus and travel for two hours to Abhaneri, where we'll visit the famous Chand Baori cistern. It's undoubtedly one of the most magical and picture-worthy places in the state of Rajasthan.

We'll go back in time to the 9th century to talk about the origins of this huge water reservoir that has become one of the most famous monuments in India. You'll also learn why this area was chosen to house the deepest stepwell in the country.

Lastly, we'll take you to your desire place in Jaipur. after 8 hours of excursion.

Highlights

  • The dynastic architecture of Fatehpur Sikri modelled on Timurid forms & styles.
  • Behold the red sandstone Mughal fort at Fatehpur Sikri.
  • Chand Baori is one of the best water preserved abandoned cities in the world.
  • Did you know that India has one of the deepest step well in world.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Guest will be pick up from Agra at their desire place.
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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

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.