Twin Jewels of Mughal Glory: Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri Experience

06:30 AM – Pickup from Delhi (Hotel/Airport)

• Private AC car with professional driver.
• Bottled water, travel kit, and snacks provided for the journey.
• Estimated drive time: 3.5 to 4 hours via Yamuna Expressway.

10:30 AM – Arrival in Agra | Meet Local Tour Guide

• Warm welcome by professional English-speaking guide.
• Brief introduction to Mughal history and today’s tour highlights.

11:00 AM – Guided Tour of the Taj Mahal

• UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Explore the history, architecture, and love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal.
• Time for personal photos and guided narration.

01:30 PM – Lunch at a Premium Restaurant

• Options: ITC Mughal’s Peshawri or Local Restaurant.
• Enjoy authentic Mughlai cuisine in a refined setting.

03:00 PM – Visit to Agra Fort

• Explore the red sandstone fort and royal palaces of the Mughal emperors.
• Includes Jahangir’s Palace, Diwan-i-Am, and Musamman Burj (where Shah Jahan was imprisoned).

05:00 PM – Optional Visit: Mehtab Bagh (Sunset View of Taj Mahal)

• Across the Yamuna River.
• Ideal for photographers and evening serenity.

07:00 PM – Check-in to Hotel

• Recommended: The Oberoi Amarvilas, Taj Hotel & Convention Centre, or Courtyard by Marriott.
• Dinner at hotel or optional night market walk with guide.

07:00 AM – Breakfast at Hotel & Checkout

08:00 AM – Drive to Fatehpur Sikri (Approx. 1:30 hour)

• En route commentary on Akbar’s vision for the capital city.

09:30 AM – Guided Tour of Fatehpur Sikri

• UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Key highlights: Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, Diwan-i-Khas, Panch Mahal, and Tomb of Salim Chishti.
• Understand why Akbar abandoned this grand city.

11:30 AM – Depart for Delhi

• Scenic return via Yamuna Expressway.

03:30 PM – Arrival in Delhi & Drop-off

• Drop at hotel, airport, or preferred location.