Itinerary
Day 1: Bangalore to Delhi by Flight and 3-Hrs drive to Agra
Pass By: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
5am Pickup from Hotel or Anywhere in Bangalore and drop at Airport in Bangalore. Arrival Airport in Delhi and drive to Agra 3 Hrs via Express Highway brings you to the City of Taj Mahal, Agra.
Stop At: Mehtab Bagh, Nagla Devjit Etmadpur, Agra India
Evening enjoy Photo Tour of Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh - The Moonlight Garden, believed to have been designed by Shah Jahan to view the Taj on moonlight nights, far away from the maddening crowd, The garden complex is situated on the left bank of Yamuna opposite to Taj Mahal.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Sanskriti's Imperial Gems, A 11, Taj nagri, phase 2, Agra India
After Mehtab Bagh enjoy the shopping in Agra is known for its fabulous handicrafts, made of marble and softstone inlay work. The Mughals were great patrons of arts and crafts. Empress Nur Jahan took personal interest and was an accomplished artist herself in zari embroidery work. Agra's major handicraft products besides inlay work are: leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4* Hotels: Ramada or Similar / Overnight at a 5* Hotels: The Hilton or Similar
Day 2: Agra City Tour and 3-Hrs drive to Delhi and Flight to Bangalore
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
Pickup at 6am early morning at sunrise we leave to explore the monumental heritage of the Great Mughals, visit the magnificent Taj Mahal (Closed on Fridays), a UNESCO World Heritage Site one of the Seven Wonders of the World and surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men laboured for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. It's a wealth of white marble and semi-precious stone – « undoubtedly the highlight of the tour ».
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
After breakfast next, we visit - The Imposing Agra Fort (A Unesco World Heritage Site), Built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D, this huge fort is made of red sandstone. The elegant buildings inside reflect an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles. The maze of the courtyards, mosques & private chambers of the fort echo the story of the Mughal Empire.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
After Lunch drive back to Delhi and drop-off at airport in Delhi and flight to Bangalore. Arrive in Bangalore Airport and Transfer to your hotel in Bangalore.
Duration: 3 hours
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No accommodation included on this day.