(1 Night - 2 Days from Delhi)
Day 01: Delhi – Agra (205 Kms and 4-5 hours drive)
Today we drive to Agra early in the morning which is approx 4-5 hours drive.
Agra, beautifully situated on the banks of river Yamuna. It achieved prominence as the capital of the Mughal Emperors from the year 1526 to 1628, remains major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era monuments, most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & Fatehpur Sikri, all three are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
On Arrival we visit Sikandara, Akbar's tomb. His son Jahangir completed the construction of the tomb in the year 1613. Further we visit Agra Fort, taken over from the Lodhis by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. The Fort can be more accurately described as a walled palatial city. It was built from red sandstone, often inlaid with white marble & intricate decorations. We will also visit Itmad-ud-Daullah known as Baby Taj.
Overnight at hotel – Agra
Day 02: Agra - Delhi (205 Kms and 4-5 hours drive)
Sunrise visit to Taj Mahal (closed on Friday), symbol of eternal love, which stands on the banks of River Yamuna. It was built by the 5th Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan in the year 1631 in memory of his w ife, Mumtaz Mahal. It was completed in 22 years.
After buffer breakfast, we drive back to Delhi. Arrive Delhi and transfer to Delhi hotel/ city centre / airport to board flight for onward Journey.
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