In The City of Love - Agra Day Excursion From Delhi by Gatimaan Express Train

New Delhi, India
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Duration12h
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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Same Day Excursion from Delhi to Agra by Gatimaan Express

Experience a full-day journey to the City of the Taj – Agra aboard the Gatimaan Express, India’s finest train. Agra, known worldwide for its artistic and cultural heritage, offers a remarkable glimpse into Mughal history.

Your first stop is the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a timeless symbol of love. Admire its breathtaking white marble architecture and intricate artistry. Next, visit the Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that once served as the residence of the Mughal emperors.

Continue to the Itimad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb, often called the “Baby Taj.” Built by Noor Jahan for her father between 1622–1628, it is considered a precursor to the Taj Mahal.

Enjoy a lunch at the 5-star hotel, completing a day filled with history, culture, and architectural brilliance. This one-day tour promises an unforgettable experience you will cherish for a lifetime.

Options

Tour with All Inclusive

Transport+Guide+Entrance+Lunch: Inclusive of private transport, professional guide services, monument entrance fees, and lunch.
Pickup included

Transport+Guide+Lunch

Transport + Guide + Lunch
Pickup included

What's included

  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • All applicable taxes and service charges
  • Monument entry fees as per itinerary (If option is selected with Entrance fee)
  • Private hotel pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • Train tickets from Delhi to Agra and back
  • Buffet lunch at a 5 star hotel
  • Camera and video charges at monuments (if applicable)
  • Transportation beyond the mentioned itinerary
  • Any services not specifically mentioned under Inclusions

What to expect

  1. 2h · Admission ticket included
    07:00 AM: Delhi – Agra (by Gatimaan Express, 08:10 – 09:50 hrs)
    Pickup from your hotel or the airport in Delhi at 7:00 AM and transfer to Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station to board the Gatimaan Express. The train departs at 8:10 AM and arrives in Agra at 9:50 AM.
  2. Taj Mahal
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Visit the Taj Mahal
    On arrival in Agra, you will be greeted by our MTA representative holding a placard and escorted to the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, this iconic monument stands gracefully on the banks of the Yamuna River. Designed by a Persian architect, it remains one of the world’s finest masterpieces of Mughal architecture.

    Note: The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays.
  3. Agra
    1h
    Lunch at 5 star Hotel
    After visiting the Taj Mahal, enjoy a lunch break at the 5-star hotel.
  4. Agra Fort
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Visit Agra Fort
    After lunch, proceed to the second UNESCO World Heritage Site in Agra – the Agra Fort. Built in the 15th century by Emperor Akbar, this grand fort is enclosed by 2.5 km long red sandstone walls, showcasing remarkable Mughal architecture.
  5. Itmad-ud-Daula
    1m · Admission ticket included
    Visit Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah
    Explore the “Baby Taj,” a beautiful marble mausoleum built by Empress Noor Jahan for her father, Mirza Ghiyas Beg, between 1622 and 1628. Often regarded as a precursor to the Taj Mahal, it was completed five years before construction of the Taj began.
  6. 3h · Admission ticket included
    5:00 PM – Transfer to Delhi (Gatimaan Express 17:45–19:30 hrs)
    Evening transfer to Agra Cantt Railway Station by 5:00 PM to board the Gatimaan Express at 5:45 PM. Arrival in Delhi at 7:30 PM, followed by transfer to the designated pick-up point.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick you up from hotel / airport or any other desired pickup location in Delhi.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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