Agra & the Taj Mahal

Agra & The Taj Mahal 3 days | Starts/Ends: Delhi

PRIVATE TOUR: Agra, once the • Services of English-speaking Indian fort though later the focus shifted and it capital of India under the Mughals, specialist guides for all included sight- partially became a palace. After our touring a lasting legacy of this time are seeing you’ll have time to relax back at the hotel. • Entrance fees for all included sightseeing Overnight - Agra the superb monuments which • All relevant transfer and transportation date from this era. Perhaps the in private modern Chauffeur driven air- Day 2 : Magnificent Taj Mahal most famous example is Emperor conditioned vehicles Agra. This morning we enjoy a memorable Shah Jahan’s Taj Mahal, built in visit to the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Described as What's Not Included loving memory of his beloved wife the most extravagant monument ever built for love, this fine example of Mughal architecture Mumtaz. • International flights and visa • Tipping - An entirely personal gesture was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved second wife-Mumtaz Mahal, HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS who died tragically during childbirth. Built ITINERARY entirely of white marble, construction began in Trip Highlights Day 1 : Agra Fort 1631, the year in which Mumtaz died and was • not completed until 1653. A staggering total of Agra - The beautiful Agra Fort and the Delhi - Agra. This morning drive to Agra 20,000 workers contributed their skills in the Mughal mausoleum known as Baby Taj (approximatey 4-5 hours), stopping en route • construction of this unique mausoleum. Fatehpur Sikri - An ancient abandoned to visit Sikandra. Mughal city • The spectacular Taj Mahal - India's most Agra was once India’s Mughal capital. Agra After exploring the legendary Taj Mahal, famous monument in all its glory at was established in 1475 by Badal Singh and we drive to the deserted city of Fatehpur sunrise came into its own when Sikander Lodhi of the Sikri. The deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Lodhi dynasty chose it for his capital because Sikri was built by Emperor Akbar in 1569 What's Included of its proximity to the Yamuna. Babur defeated and abandoned after fifteen years due to • Breakfast daily the Lodhis to capture not only Agra but also scarcity of water. The attractions in Fatehpur • 2 nights STANDARD hotels. SUPERIOR to lay the foundation of the Mughal Empire. Sikri are Jama Masjid – a beautiful building and DELUXE hotel options are also containing elements of Persian and Hindu We head to Agra Fort for a short visit. Behind available upon request. Accommodation design. The main entrance is through a 54- its colossal walls are some of the finest rating – See Trip Notes for details metre high Buland Darwaza, the Gate of Mughal buildings in India. Construction of the • Touring - Agra Fort and the Baby Taj, Victory, constructed to commemorate Akbar’s fort commenced during the reign of Emperor Sikandra, Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri victory in Gujarat. Akbar and additions continued to be made until the rule of his grandson Shah Jahan. During Akbar’s time, it was primarily a military

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Agra & The Taj Mahal

Please note: The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays, please book your holiday with this in mind.

Overnight - Agra (B) Day 3 : Agra to Delhi Agra - Delhi. Hotel check out and drive to Delhi and transfer to your hotel or the airport to meet your onward flight.

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PRICES / DATES INFO

Prices shown are per person when there are 2 persons sharing a room, based on a travelling party of at least 2 adults. The 'Solo Room' price is applicable when a single room is required. If travelling solo, an additional ‘1-person’ supplement will apply.

PRICES / DATES 2021

Date Twin Share Single 26 Feb USD 570 USD 660