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From Delhi: Taj Mahal Tour by Gatimaan Express Train

Duration: 12 to 14 hours
Destination: India, National Capital Territory of Delhi, New Delhi
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  • 12 to 14 hours
  • New Delhi
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

This private Taj Mahal tour from Delhi by train allows you to discover the glory of the Mughal Empire of India. You can explore ancient architecture significant to India’s history such as The Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & & Baby Taj 16th-century Mughal monuments. Your private tour guide will ensure that you get an in-depth experience of these World Heritage sites.
* Experience the fun and excitement of traveling on India's Fastest Train - the Gatimaan Express
* Explore the 3 main Agra Heritage Sites: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, & Baby Taj
* Witness the beauty of the Taj Mahal, with your guide take memorable photos that will last a lifetime
* Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned chauffeured car with a private guide

Itinerary
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Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi

Get picked up from the airport or your hotel in the Delhi NCR area at around 7:00 am, before being taken to the Nizamuddin railway station. Enjoy the 90-minute air-conditioned train journey that departs at 8:10 am with complimentary breakfast. Experience the fun and excitement of traveling on India's Fastest Train - Gatimaan Express At 9:50 am, you will reach Agra Cantt railway station. Upon exit, you will be met by your private guide with your name signed.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Dharmapuri, Forest Colony, Tajganj, Agra 282001 India

Arrive in Agra & Upon exit, you will be met by your private guide with your name signed. Start the tour by visiting the Taj Mahal one of the Seven Wonders of this World, Taj Mahal (A Unesco World Heritage Site), The world's best-known tomb stands as testimony to the timeless love story of the 17th century Fifth Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Built using white marble. This symbol of eternal love attracts people's minds from all over the world to see it every year & feel love at first sight. No trip to Agra would be complete without visiting this world’s most iconic monument.

Duration: 2 minutes

Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India

After the Taj Mahal, visit The Agra Fort an architectural masterpiece now a Unesco World Heritage Site, Built by Emperor Akbar in 1565 A.D, this huge fort is Also known as Lal Qila(Red Fort) or Qila-i-Akbari, and is a symbol of Agra so that it is often referred to as a walled city. Made of red sandstone was once the erstwhile residence of the Mughals. The maze of the courtyards, mosques & private chambers of the fort echoes the story of the Mughal Empire. Within the premises of Agra Fort lie the most exquisite structures like the Pearl Mosque, Diwan-i I Khas, Diwan-i I Aam, Moti Masjid, and Jahangiri Mahal. The elegant buildings inside reflect an interesting synthesis of Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles View of the Yamuna River and Taj Mahal from the fort's pavilions is mind-stirring.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Agra, Agra, Agra District, Uttar Pradesh

After a guided tour of Agra Fort, take a break for lunch in a 5 Star hotel for tasty buffet Lunch( IF ALL INCLUSIVE OPTION SELECTED)

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, Yamuna River, Agra 282001 India

Once you have enjoyed your lunch, visit Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb (Baby Taj) which is one of the most impressive architectural wonders of the city of Agra. This monument is considered to be the inspiration behind the Taj Mahal. For this fact it is known as the “Baby Taj Mahal”. Many tourists that visit Agra for the Taj Mahal also look for the Itmad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb. Despite the similarities, the tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah is considered a more delicate artwork than the Taj Mahal, with marble lattice screens and fine carvings. This was the first of many tombs to be erected on the banks of River Yamuna. If you are visiting Agra, you ought to pay a visit to this unique construction, which stands as an initial to every marble monument that glorifies Agra.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi

At around 4:30 pm, begin your return journey back to Agra Cantt Railway station, where you will take the Gatimaan train departing at 5:45 PM to Delhi with supper on board. Upon arrival, you will be transferred back to your desired location in Delhi by private car. Your tour ends with wonderful memories of the Taj Mahal Tour which will last for a lifetime.

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions
  • Pickup/Sightseeing by Private Air Conditioned Vehicle
  • Battery Van ride from Taj Mahal parking lot to the Monument
  • Tea / Breakfast / Dinner in Train / Bottled water
  • Standard train tickets (A.C Chair car) both ways
  • Govt approved Tour Guide
  • 5* Hotel Buffet Lunch (If All Inclusive option selected)
  • Entrance fees to Monuments (If All Inclusive option selected)

Exclusions
  • Anything that is not mentioned in the above Inclusions
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • SPECIAL NOTE: Just in case, Gatimaan Train Tickets are not available, we will book Shatabdi Express Train Tickets for you.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Hotel/Airport/Railway Station/or your desired location in Delhi/Gurgaon/Noida

Airports

  • Indira Gandhi Intl Airport, New Delhi, New Delhi 110037 India

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

12 to 14 hours


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