11-Hour Agra Day Tour : Sunrise and Sunset of Taj Mahal
Description
Visit Agra to experience the stunning sunrise and sunset of Taj Mahal. Your experienced local guide will reveal all the secrets about Taj Mahal and other UNESCO World Heritage in Agra including the magnificent Agra Fort, Baby Taj Mahal, and Great Emperor Akbar's tomb. Your journey will start at Taj Mahal in the morning and, before night falls, we take you to Mehtab Bagh (Moonlight Garden) for a beautiful romantic view of Taj Mahal at sunset. Your private guide will ensure a personalized and enjoyable experience at all time.
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Our Private driver will pick you up from your location in Agra. Visit spectacular Taj Mahal. Your Expert Agra guide will then meet you and show you around the monument. Take your time to admire this majestic building, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most famous and beautiful buildings in the world. Marvel as your expert local guide explains all the mystery of the Taj Mahal and its architecture.
After Sunrise Taj Mahal Visit Back to the hotel restaurant for breakfast break. You can take your time as lon as you want.
Visit Marble Inlay Demonstration. Pacchikari or the inlay of semi-precious stones — agate, turquoise, cornelian, jasper, bloodstone, mother-of-pearl, malachite and lapis lazuli — in marble is unique to Agra. The inlay is so fine that the inlaid patterns seem to have grown out of the marble. It is hardly possible to detect the incisions. The inspiration for the craft is the beautiful pietra dura work done in the Taj Mahal and the tomb of Itmud-ud-Daulah.
Visit the nearby Red Fort, another amazing building which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Often forgotten behind the nearby Taj Mahal, the Red Fort features more impressive architecture and beautiful pavilions. Your guide will teach you all about the origin, historical journey and beautiful palaces inside the fort.
Lunch Break for one and Half Hour. Hygienic, curated buffet lunch featuring authentic Agra flavours freshly prepared.
Explore Agra's World Famous Art and Craft , Agra Rug or Agra Carpet is one of the eastern rugs that woven in India. Agra is an ancient city of north central India and former capital of the Mughal Empire. Carpet workshops were in production in Agra in 1619. Zardozi is a beautiful metal embroidery, which was once used to embellish the attire of the Kings and the royals in India. It was also used to adorn walls of the royal tents, scabbards, wall hangings, and the paraphernalia of regal elephants and horses.
Take a break with some free time to have lunch. Then, proceed to visit the Baby Taj Mahal, ( Itimad-ud-Daulah's Tomb ). This site is another architectural marvel, which is situated on the bank of Yamuna river. This is also called the Mini Taj Mahal because it has many similarities to the Taj Mahal itself including: minars, stone work called "pietra dura" and lattice work. Your guide will explain its history, carving work and architecture to you.
Visit Mehtab Bagh (Moonlight Garden) for an awesome romantic view of the Taj Mahal. Mahtab Bagh is located across the river Yamuna from the Taj Mahal, and is a perfect place to view the Taj Mahal without the jostling crowds. From here, one can actually sit in peace and admire the monument. Your guide will then explain the history of this beautiful garden. drive back to Delhi and be dropped off at your hotel. NOTE - The itinerary in Agra can be customized upon request. Please contact the local tour operator after booking if you would like to modify the itinerary. You can finish Tour anytime.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tour Guide will follow your travel style, Itinerary will be planned accordingly. Its customizable anytime.
Reviews(353)
A very pleasant experience. Very good attendance, punctual and good knowledge and manners.
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Moshie was a patient, extremely knowledgeable guide. He’s also fluent in both Spanish and English. Great experience.
Dear Traveler, We’re so grateful for your 5-star review. We strive to offer the best experience possible, and your review tells us that we’re on the right path. It’s definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I’m glad you’ll be taking home this exciting memory for your trip. We hope to see you again soon!
Had a great time, guide was very informative, very chill and laid back. He also knew all the good places to take photos. Guide was accommodating to our time and needs
Dear Traveler, We’re so grateful for your 5-star review. We strive to offer the best experience possible, and your review tells us that we’re on the right path. It’s definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I’m glad you’ll be taking home this exciting memory for your trip. We hope to see you again soon!
Mohsin is a very beautiful and professional guide. He knew exactly what to tell us about each place. He knows and understands us in English and Spanish. I was completely comfortable with him giving guide. Thank you than you. !!!
Dear Traveler, We’re so grateful for your 5-star review. We strive to offer the best experience possible, and your review tells us that we’re on the right path. It’s definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I’m glad you’ll be taking home this exciting memory for your trip. We hope to see you again soon!
Shanu was a great guide. He was very knowledgeable and delved deep into the history. I highly recommend him and his photography skills to capture moments.
Dear Traveler, We’re so grateful for your 5-star review. We strive to offer the best experience possible, and your review tells us that we’re on the right path. It’s definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I’m glad you’ll be taking home this exciting memory for your trip. We hope to see you again soon!
Suhail from Kaimur holiday was very kind and helpful. He also took loads of photos of us on our phones. Very knowledgeable guide.
Dear Traveler, We’re so grateful for your 5-star review. We strive to offer the best experience possible, and your review tells us that we’re on the right path. It’s definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I’m glad you’ll be taking home this exciting memory for your trip. We hope to see you again soon!
Sameer did such a good job scheduling and executing a last minute taj mahal golden hour tour . He showed up 10 minutes after i called and personally took us to the taj, managed things well . He explained the history of the taj very well and helped us throughout the tour. Strongly recommended!
Dear Traveler, We’re so grateful for your 5-star review. We strive to offer the best experience possible, and your review tells us that we’re on the right path. It’s definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I’m glad you’ll be taking home this exciting memory for your trip. We hope to see you again soon!
Suhail from kaimur holiday excellent company showed us good time Taj Mahal, baby Taj, extraordinary service. I recommend the company. They were very good
Dear Traveler, We’re so grateful for your 5-star review. We strive to offer the best experience possible, and your review tells us that we’re on the right path. It’s definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I’m glad you’ll be taking home this exciting memory for your trip. We hope to see you again soon!
We had a great experience in Agra with our guide Jitu! The city fort and the Taj Mahal were beautiful, and our guide explained the history behind each location very nicely. The mosaic tour at the end also showcased the local craftsmanship and I got to bring a nice gift home as well. Superb guide and wonderful experience!
Dear Traveler, We’re so grateful for your 5-star review. We strive to offer the best experience possible, and your review tells us that we’re on the right path. It’s definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I’m glad you’ll be taking home this exciting memory for your trip. We hope to see you again soon!
We had a wonderful experience in Agra with Suhail from Kaimur Holiday Company. He did an excellent job guiding us through the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, sharing detailed knowledge and interesting insights, and patiently answering all of our questions. Suhail was very flexible with our requests and made sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves throughout the day. He also took us to some truly authentic local shops for souvenirs, jewelry, and handicrafts, which was a great experience and not touristy at all. Overall, he made our time in Agra memorable, smooth, and enjoyable. I would definitely recommend Suhail as a guide for anyone visiting Agra.
Dear Traveler, We’re so grateful for your 5-star review. We strive to offer the best experience possible, and your review tells us that we’re on the right path. It’s definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I’m glad you’ll be taking home this exciting memory for your trip. We hope to see you again soon!
