2 Days Private Delhi & Agra Tour with Taj Mahal from Delhi by Car

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Delhi Sightseeing - Agra Overnight⌄

   Pickup is available from any hotel, residence, or airport across Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon (Gurugram), Ghaziabad, or Faridabad, including Delhi (IGI) Airport, Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad, and Noida International Airport in Jewar. Choose any pickup time from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Your professional driver will collect you in a private air-conditioned car, and your private guide will meet you near the first monument.

   The Gurudwara is known for its association with the eighth Sikh Guru, who stayed here in 1664 and healed many people suffering from a cholera epidemic. The Gurudwara also has a holy pond, called the Sarovar, whose water is believed to have healing properties.

   Your next stop is Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque. Spend some time walking around the red sandstone courtyard. It was built in 1656 with the help of 5000 workers. It is situated in front of the royal residence 'Red Fort', in the midst of Chandni chowk.

   Meet your guide at Sunheri Masjid and sit back in your tuk-tuk. Ride past the several colourful, busy bazaars of Old Delhi while your guide explains the important role they play for the locals.

   Visit the famous market for spices in the Chandni Chowk. Let all your senses feel the Indian Spices like never before. Get to know some interesting facts and uses of spices.

   Pass by Red Fort is a massive structure built by Shah Jahan between 1639-1648. It served as the main residence for the Mughal emperors. The architecture of the fort reflects upon the Indo-Islamic and Mughal style.

   Pass by The 1921 'Tomb of the Unknown Soldier' has names of 13,300 Indian army servicemen carved on the wall who died during the First World War.

   Next, visit the Parliament House. It houses the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, which are lower and upper houses respectively in India's bicameral parliament.

   Next, President House. Originally built as the residence for the Viceroy of India, Viceroy's House as it was then called, has metamorphosed into today's Rashtrapati Bhavan.

   The guide will recommend a selection of restaurants in Delhi, offering both authentic Mughlai cuisine and international dishes. Vegetarian and dietary-specific options are also available.

   It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it is the first Garden Tomb of India. The sole purpose of Humayun's wife was to build this tomb after his death.

   Agrasen ki Baoli is quite famous for urban legends of hauntings and incidents. Many people consider it to be haunted and it has been the centre of many paranormal activities.

   Lotus Temple is a Bahá'í House of Worship that was dedicated in December 1986. Notable for its flower-like shape, it has become a prominent attraction in the city.

   After sightseeing in Delhi, your driver will take you on a comfortable drive to Agra. Upon arrival, you'll be dropped off at your hotel to relax and prepare for the next day's exploration.

   Overnight: 3 Star: Golden Tulip or equivalent. 4 Star: Marriott or equivalent. 5 Star: Jaypee Palace or equivalent.

2. 2Agra (Visit Taj Mahal at Sunrise) – Drive Back to Delhi⌄

   Early in the morning, begin your day with a breathtaking sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal, the majestic white marble mausoleum built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1630 for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Hear the moving story behind its creation as you explore with your guide. After the visit, return to your hotel for breakfast.

   Next, continue to the magnificent Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 17th century. Explore its impressive courtyards, palaces, and pavilions—a remarkable blend of Indian and Islamic architectural styles.

   Visit the exquisite Itmad-ud-Daulah, often referred to as the "Baby Taj." It was the first Mughal monument built entirely from white marble and to feature intricate pietra dura inlay work. Set along the banks of the Yamuna, this tomb marked a shift in Mughal architecture and was the first to be built in what had once been a series of lush riverside gardens.

   After completing the Agra sightseeing, relax during the return journey to Delhi in your private air-conditioned car. Drop-off is available at any hotel, residence, or airport in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Gurgaon (Gurugram), Ghaziabad, or Faridabad, including Delhi (IGI) Airport, Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad, and Noida International Airport in Jewar.

   Meals: Breakfast