Same Day Private Taj Mahal And Agra Fort Sightseeing Tour

After being picked up in Delhi by a private vehicle, your day trip will begin with an approximate 4-hour drive to Agra, a city located on the Yamuna River. 

Your first stop will be Agra Fort, a World Heritage site and a magnificent example of Mughal architecture. Accompanied by your private guide, you will enter the 94-acre (34-hectare) brick fort, where you'll appreciate the blend of Islamic and Hindu influences in its design. Your guide will explain the significance of 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). 

Next, you will enjoy a delicious lunch of Indian dishes at a local restaurant before continuing your tour to the second World Heritage site, and perhaps India's most iconic landmark, the Taj Mahal. Constructed in the mid-1600s, this white marble mausoleum was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tribute to his wife. With your guide's expertise, you will learn about the Turkish, Indian, and Persian architectural styles while admiring the intricate interior and exterior decorations, the beautiful garden, and the overall magnificence of the Taj Mahal.

Afterward, you will proceed to your final attraction, the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, also known as the Baby Taj. Situated just across the river from the Taj Mahal, this mausoleum served as one of the inspirations for its larger counterpart. Your guide will enlighten you about the Persian influences behind the tomb's design as you marvel at its stunning stone inlay and trellis work. 

Finally, your day trip will conclude with the return drive to Delhi.