07:00 hrs.
: Pick up from Hotel. Countryside drive to Agra by air-conditioned
Vehicle.
Agra - at the time of the Mughals, in the 16th &
17th centuries, Agra was the capital of the grand Mughal Empire. During this
period the city became a leading centre of art, science, commerce and
culture. Akbar the Great made Agra great. The city's origins are dim but
Akbar's grandfather Babur is credited with Agra's founding. The short golden
age of Agra came to an end with the seventeenth century reign of Shah Jehan,
mastermind of the unforgettable Taj Mahal.
09:00 hrs.: Breakfast at Country Inn Kosi. After breakfast
continue drive to Agra.
11:00 hrs.:
Enroute visit to Sikndra - site of the tomb of the greatest Mughal Emperor
Akbar. Here we will stop for (Photo Stop).
12:30
hrs. : Visit the Taj Mahal - Monument to Love which was built in
1630 by Mghal Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his beloved wife Mumtaz
Mahal. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1631, and is believed to have
taken 18 years to complete, with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the
clock. The design and construction is said to be that of the legendary
architect, Ustad Ahamad Lahori. Legend has it that once construction was
completed, Shah Jehan had Lahori's hands cut off, and blinded, so he would
never be able to duplicate the structure. What makes the Taj Mahal unique is
its perfect proportions, distinct femininity, medium of construction and
ornamentation. Its marble exterior reflects rose and golden tints at sunrise
and sunset, while it is dazzling white during the day. It is impossible to
visualize the Taj Mahal in any surrounding others than its paradoxical
garden. Paradise, in Islam, is visualized as a lush garden where running
streams flow. When the Mughals brought this concept to India they elevated
it to heights of Incomparable artistry.
14:00
hrs. : Lunch at Hotel Taj View Agra.
15:00 hrs. : The Agra Fort - built by the great Emperor
Akbar in 1565 A.D., the fort is a masterpiece of design and construction.
Within the fort are a number of exquisite buildings, including the Moti
Masjid, Diwane-I-Am, Diwane-I-Khas and Musamman Burj, where the Emperor Shah
Jahan died in imprisonment, besides Jahangir's Palace, Khaas Mahal and the
Sheesh Mahal.
16:00 hrs.: Free hours
for Shopping.
17:00 hrs.: Depart for
Delhi.
19:00 hrs.: Evening Snacks at
Country Inn - Kosi.
22:00 hrs.: Arrive
Delhi.
Highlights of Includes :
- Round trip by Air-conditioned Car.
- Stand front of Taj Mahal.
- Mughal city tour.
- Breakfast & Evening snacks at Country Inn Kosi.
- Buffet lunch at hotel.
- English speaking guide in Agra.
- Bottle of mineral water per person.
- Shoes cover to enter Taj Mahal.
- All taxes.
Excludes:Guest has to pay monument entry fees, still &
video camera directly.
Note:
- Tour will not operate on Fridays, as Taj Mahal is closed.
- During full moon visit in Taj Mahal Escorts & Guides are not
allowed.
Day 01
Delhi - Agra (200 kms ) 
Pickup
from your hotel. Drive to Agra. Enroute Breakfast at Country Inn - Kosi.
Continue drive to Agra via visit to Sikandra. At the time of the Mughals, in
the 16th & 17th centuries, Agra was the capital of the grand Mughal
Empire. During this period the city became a leading centre of art, science,
commerce and culture. Akbar the Great made Agra great. The city's origins
are dim but Akbar's grandfather Babur is credited with Agra's founding. The
short golden age of Agra came to an end with the seventeenth century reign
of Shah Jehan, mastermind of the unforgettable Taj Mahal. Arrive Agra and
check in hotel.
Enjoy the Magnificent Taj Mahal - The Monument of
Love in the warm glow of Sunset, which was built in 1630 by Mghal Emperor
Shah Jahan as a tomb for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the
Taj Mahal began in 1631, and is believed to have taken 18 years to complete,
with over 20,000 craftsmen working around the clock. Also visit the Agra
Fort built by Akbar the Great and the city. As you drive through the city
witness the local life and bazaars (markets) and the hustle bustle of
everyday Agra. Overnight stay.
Day 02 Agra -
Delhi (200 kms) An early morning witness to Taj Mahal at Sunrise.
Our Mughal city tour continue to visit the tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah built by
Empress Noor Jehan in the memory of Her Father. Later drive drive to Delhi
via visit the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri, built in 1569 by the Great
Emperor Akbar. Today, it is deserted and left in solitude to reminisce over
its past glory.
Evening Snacks at Country Inn - Kosi. Continue drive
to Delhi. Arrive Delhi 20:00 hrs.
Highlights of
Inclusion :
- Round trip by Air-condition car.
- One night stay on twin sharing basis.
- Enroute Breakfast at Country Inn - Kosi.
- Mineral Water on board.
- Evening Snacks at Country Inn - Kosi.
- English speaking local guides.
- All state taxes, toll taxes, parking & driver allowance.
Note:
- Guest has to pay directly Entry fees at monuments, still & video
Camera fees & Expenses like personal nature.
- On Friday departure you can visit Taj Mahal on Saturday Sun rise
time, as Taj close on Friday.
- During full moon visit in Taj Mahal Escorts & Guides are not
allowed
Monument Entry Fees:
| Monuments |
Foreign National & NRI |
| Sikandra |
USD 2 |
| Taj Mahal |
USD 20 |
| Taj Mahal Full Moon Night |
USD 30 For Half an Hour |
| Agra Fort |
USD 5 |
| Fathpur Sikri |
USD 5 |
| Itmad-ud-Daulah |
USD 2 |
