Pickup from Hotel/Airport:
Your same day Taj Mahal tour by car will start early in the morning at 7:00 am. It’s the time when your chauffeur comes to pick you up from your hotel or airport. You will be treated to some refreshment in the comfortable, lavish car while you enjoy some beautiful scenes on the highway. Further, your ride will be so comfortable that you can even take a nap. It will take you around three and a half hours to touchdown in Agra, as the distance between the cities is approximately 200 km.
Arrival in the City of Love
Once you arrive in Agra, you will head straight to the Taj Mahal, where you will meet your tour guide. He has already booked your tickets to save you from long waiting lines. He will also give you some insights into your same day Taj Mahal tour by car. Put on your most comfortable shoes, as you have to walk a lot in the grand complexes of all these historic monuments.
Experience Beauty of the Taj Mahal
The white marble of the Taj Mahal was sourced from a small town in Rajasthan; the precious and semi-precious gemstones are brought from India and abroad. Jasper was brought from Punjab, Jade and crystal from China, Turquoise from Tibet, Lapis Lazuli from Afghanistan, Sapphire from Sri Lanka, Carnelian from Arabia, and Onyx and Amethyst from Iran (Persia).
The intricate floral designs made on the white marble of the Taj Mahal using these stones will capture your attention at an instant. This beautiful white facade beholds the most touching love story from the Mughal era. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal after she passed away. Millions of travelers from all around the world come to visit these seven wonders of the world. You can hear several more insights from your tour guide.
Enjoy Mouthwatering Food of Agra City
Once you are done exploring the Taj Mahal, it’s time to fill your tummies with the delicious delicacies of India. You can choose any restaurant to try any cuisine or ask your tour guide for advice. From trying out gravy chicken to complete vegetarian dishes, there is so much more. Are you ready to try different food and cust some of the popular ones from your food bucket list?
Agra Fort – Symbol of Mughal Powers
Your next destination is the old home of the Mughals, Agra Fort. Just like the Taj Mahal, it is also a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fort is made of red sandstone and white marble. You can witness grand halls, pavilions, and palaces, all while witnessing some breathtaking architectural details. You will see Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas, Sheesh Mahal, Angoori Bagh, and Jahangir’s Palace. These are the top-notch points to explore in Agra Fort. Don’t forget to click some beautiful pictures to cherish them for a lifetime.
Visit Itmad-Ud-Daulah (Optional Visit)
After exploring two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, if you have some time left, we will explore the Baby Taj. Itmad-Ud-Daulah is known as Baby Taj because, according to some facts, this historic monument was the inspiration behind the Taj Mahal.
This pure white marble monument was built by Begam Noor Jahan (wife of Mughal Emperor Jahangir) for her father, Mirza Ghiyas Beg. He was not only her father but also a known advisor of the Emperor’s court. This historic monument serves as a beautiful testament of love between a father and daughter.
Back to Delhi With Lifetime Memories
After exploring the most famous monuments of Agra city, now it’s time for you to go back to Delhi. We hope you have created tons of memories in that short time that you’ll cherish forever. Hope you have taken some souvenirs back for yourself and some gifts for friends and family. You will reach Delhi by 7 to 8 pm. You can ask your chauffeur to drop you off either at the airport or the hotel.
