Taj Mahal at Sunrise Private Tour with Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri

Summary

Get an early start with morning pickup at 6am at your hotel and transfer by private vehicle to the Taj Mahal. Watch the colors change on the white marble of the Taj Mahal as the sun rises over this stunning masterpiece of Mughal architecture. Next up, head to the Agra Fort and stroll around the maze of courtyards, mosques, and private chambers inside the fort's walls. The fort was built for Emperor Akbar and its elegant interior combines both Hindu and Central Asian architectural styles.  Continue to the monument known as the 'Baby Taj' — the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, located on the opposite bank of the Yamuna River from the Taj Mahal. During your 1-hour tour of the site, your guide explains the Persian elements in the mausoleum's design, which was built between 1622 and 1628 by Empress Nur Jahan for her father. Take a break for lunch (own expense) at a renowned Indian restaurant, then hop back in your vehicle for the 1-hour drive outside of the city to Fatehpur Sikri. The abandoned Mughal capital showcases a perfectly preserved city built at the height of the empire’s splendor. Spend about 1.5 hours there before your tour ends in the late afternoon with transferred back to your hotel.

Tour info

Duration
12 hours - 14 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Join us for this private full-day tour of Agra to discover the glory of the Mughal Empire of India! You can see some ancient architecture significant to India’s history including the Taj Mahal, Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj), Fatehpur Sikriand and the Agra Fort, a 16th-century Mughal monument. Your own private guide will ensure that you get an in-depth experience through out the tour!

What’s included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop off in Agra

  • Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle

  • English-speaking private guide

  • Lunch

  • Monument Entry Fees

  • Water Bottle While Travelling

  • Entry/Admission - Taj Mahal

  • Entry/Admission - Agra Fort

  • Entry/Admission - Fatehpur Sikri

  • DVD (available to purchase)

  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 12-14 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Akbran Tour

About operator:

Akbran Tour is an India Tour Operator with several years of experience in Tourism Industry. We have been acknowledged for our exquisite Golden Triangle Tours, Rajasthan tours, Train Tours, Wildlife Tours, Our name is synonymous to International level services and is definite to meet your needs and specifications. The company specializes in Organizing Golden Triangle Tours, Rajasthan tours including Rajasthan with Taj Mahal, Imperial Rajasthan, Colorful Rajasthan, Heritage Travel in Rajasthan, Wildlife Tours in Rajasthan, etc. A team of dedicated, experienced and dynamic people who are committed to provide best services available with Akbran Tour. We not only give you the best from our side but also we feel ourselves at your place and prepare the best proposal which can suite your requirements. The name is quite known among travelers who are regular visitors to this beautiful land, India. You may find many other providing the same services but we are different, because we assure every of our client through our dedicated services that we maintain quality in our services. Quality, which spells itself and can be experienced with us. We make sure that every of our client becomes the ambassador of goodwill for us.

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