Same Day Tour to Taj Mahal at Agra from Kolkata

Early in the morning you will be picked up from your hotel in Kolkata and transferred to Airport. Fly to Delhi. Upon arrival in New Delhi, get driven to Agra, a city located on the Yamuna River. Reach Agra and head straight to the Taj Mahal- a UNESCO World Heritage Site and perhaps India’s most iconic landmark, the Taj Mahal. Built in the mid-1600s, this white marble mausoleum was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in dedication to his wife. Learn about the Turkish, Indian and Persian architectural styles as you admire the detailed interior and exterior décor, the beautiful garden and the general magnificence of the place with your guide.

Optional – If time permits, you can also visit Agra Fort, a World Heritage site and Mughal architectural wonder. Enter the 94-acre (34-hectare) brick fort, noting the mix of Islamic and Hindu influences in its design. Hear about the purposes of the 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). Note: Pay the Monument Entrance fee directly. At the end of your tour, you will be transferred back to Delhi airport for your return flight. On arrival, you will be picked up from the airport and will be dropped back to your hotel in Kolkata.