Taj Mahal Weekend Tour

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$145
Per Person

Overview

Agra is a city offering a discovery of the beautiful era. Agra has a rich history, reflected in its numerous monuments dotted in and around the city. The earliest citation for Agra comes from the mythological era, where the epic Mahabharata refer Agra as ‘Agravana’ meaning paradise in Sanskrit. ‘Ptolemy’, the famous second century A.D. geographer, was the first person who referred Agra with its modern name. The Modern Agra was founded by Sikandar Lodi, ruler of Lodi dynasty in 16th century. It was when Shah Jahan descended the Mughal throne that Agra reached the zenith of architectural beauty.

The city lies in the Western part of Uttar Pradesh on the bank of River Yamuna. Though the wonderful allure of the Taj Mahal attracts people from around the world over to Agra, it is not a standalone attraction. The city offers a trail of fascinating tombs and mausoleums to explore. Acclaimed for its lavish crafts like Pietra Dura (marble inlay) work, rugs and leather goods, and the luscious Petha, Agra equally caters well to shopaholics and foodies.

Itinerary of this Taj Mahal Weekend Tour:

Day 1 Arrive Agra

Taj Mahal Agra. Arrive Agra railway station or airport, meet & greet with our representative who will assist & give you briefing about your tour at the time of arrival & transfer to Hotel. Later visit UNESCO world heritage site Agra fort – Located on the bank of river yamuna. The construction of the Agra fort was started by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1565, though additions were made up until the rule of his grandson, Shah Jahan. Evening take a stroll in the time horned market of Taj City Agra. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 Agra

Agra Fort Morning visit one of the most charming monument of Love Taj Mahal, which was built by Mughal-Emperor-Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife-Mumtaz Mahal. Later back to Hotel for breakfast. Afterwards visit Akbar's Mausoleum at Sikandra & Itimad-ud-Daulah – which was constructed by Nur Jahan in the memoray of his father Mirza Ghiyas Beg. After that take a trip to deserted capital city Fatehpur Sikri. Later back to Hotel. Evening is free for shopping or for own activities. Overnight at Hotel.