Itinerary
Day 1: Fly To New Delhi & Drive To Agra
Pass By: New Delhi, Delhi, India
Pick-up at around 8 am either from Cruise Port, Hotel, Airport or other desired location in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Sharjah and transfer to the local airport to board a commercial scheduled 3 hour flight to New Delhi.
Stop At: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh
Met upon arrival at Delhi airport and be driven 3hrs via the express highway to the City of Taj Mahal, Agra an ancient city on the banks of the River Yamuna. Upon arrival in Agra check in to your pre-booked hotel.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Agra: 5 star - Hotel Courtyard By Marriott or similar / 4 star - Hotel Grand Mercure or similar
Day 2: Agra Sightseeing - Highlight Visit Taj Mahal at Sunrise & Sunset
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
This morning (at sunrise) takes you early to the breathtaking Taj Mahal (a Unesco World Heritage Site) to avoid the crowds and heat in the daytime. Just immerse yourself in its amazing architecture, history, and beauty. The magical allure of the Taj Mahal shall definitely be the highlight of your tour. Later back to your hotel and enjoy your breakfast.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Afternoon visit Agra Fort (a Unesco World Heritage Site) - is a historical fort along the bank of the Yamuna River in the city of Agra. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty until 1638 and one of the finest Mughal forts in India. Walking through courtyard after courtyard of this palatial red-sandstone and marble fortress, your amazement grows as the scale of what was built here begins to sink in.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mehtab Bagh, Nagla Devjit Etmadpur, Agra India
Early evening proceed to a Photo Tour of Taj Mahal from Mehtab Bagh — the moonlit garden — believed to have been designed by Shah Jahan to view the Taj on moonlit nights, far away from the maddening crowd, The garden complex is situated on the left bank of Yamuna opposite to TajMahal. It is a huge square measuring approximately 300x300 m and in straight alignment with the Taj Mahal. The forestry plantations and agricultural fields provide a green forecourt to TajMahal and its reflection in Yamuna.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India
Evening (at sunset) visit Taj Mahal again and you will experience the change in color and ambiance. As the sun set, it took on a warm rose hue. It is at its most magical at sunrise and sunset. There are also fewer people at these times so you can enjoy a much more intimate experience.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: (if booked with option including hotel)
Accommodation included: Overnight in Agra: 5 star - Hotel Courtyard By Marriott or similar / 4 star - Hotel Grand Mercure or similar
Day 3: Drive Agra - Delhi & Fly Onward Destination
Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
After a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, check out from your hotel in Agra and you will drive 3 hrs back to Delhi where you will be transferred to the airport, your hotel, or other desired location in Delhi, Gurugram (Gurgaon) or Noida.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: (if booked with option including hotel)
No accommodation included on this day.