Taj Mahal & Agra Tour by Gatimaan Express Train is the most convenient way to explore Agra which is also known as the city of Mughals. This itinerary has been specially made for tourist who have very limited time but want to explore Taj Mahal with other historical monuments and vibrant markets in Agra. This is one of the fastest trains in India that only takes one and half hour to reach Agra from New Delhi and the itinerary includes your complimentary pick-up from the hotel or airport with the tickets for train travel and entrance fee for the monuments in Agra. This tour needs to be booked in advance as the availability of train tickets is limited and you must carry a valid identity proof during entire journey. Following is the detailed travel plan to give you a brief idea about how this tour functions.
ITINERARY
08:10 AM (Delhi to Agra)
Gatimaan Express departs from Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station in New Delhi at 08:00 AM and we will pick you one hour earlier from the hotel or airport after a grand welcome. This train journey will take one hour and forty minutes to reach Agra and you can enjoy your onboard meals with other world class amenities during this time. You will meet with one of our representatives at Agra Cantt railways station who will brief you about the tour plan and will assist you to board the cab for sightseeing.
10:00 AM (Taj Mahal)
The main highlight of this trip is the Taj Mahal where you will be visiting in the beginning with your tour guide who will explain you the history and will tell you amazing stories behind the construction of this world heritage site which is also one of the seven wonders of the world. You can spend two hours inside the complex and explore every corner to get some beautiful pictures that will become great memories of your life. You should come out from the complex after this guided sightseeing and get ready to visit Agra Fort which is also a heritage site that tourists love to explore.
12:00 PM (Agra Fort)
This huge fort is one of the most impressive historical sites in northern region of India where international tourists love to go. It was built by emperor Akbar in 16th century and since then many Mughal rulers used to live here when Agra was the capital of Mughal kingdom. It has been renovated many times by different rulers and many important places were constructed later inside this fort. “Diwan-I-Khas” is an important place where emperors used to meet with special guests and “Diwan-I-Aam” is the place where general meetings used happen in the past. “Jahangir Mahal” and “Nagina Masjid” as also prominent places inside this fort where you should visit before going for lunch in a good restaurant.
02:30 PM (Baby Taj & Local Markets)
This splendid monument has some construction similarities with the Taj Mahal that is why people call it “Baby Taj”. Empress Nur Jahan constructed it on the left bank of Yamuna River in the memory of her father and you can see great inlay work of marble on the walls of this monument. You should proceed to explore Agra’s vibrant and colourful markets after completing this wonderful sightseeing of historical monuments. Your tour guide will also take you to some famous sweet shops to taste a few dishes and if you want to buy some handicraft items for your home then you should visit some well-known workshops.
07:30 PM (Agra to Delhi)
Now, you should start your return journey towards Delhi in the same train after exploring the most important historical monuments and heritage sites with colourful markets of Agra. This train will take same amount of time to reach New Delhi and we will arrange your drop at the desired place such as your hotel or airport if you want to catch a flight back to home. We hope you have enjoyed the sightseeing and cultural experiences in Agra and have collected some beautiful memories during this journey.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Professional Tour Guide
Private AC Car with Driver
Executive Class Train Tickets
Monument Entry Tickets (if selected)
Buffet Lunch at Prominent Restaurant
All Taxes, Fuel Cost & Parking Charges
Tips, Gratuities & Alcoholic Drinks
Anything Not Mentioned in Inclusions
