Day Tour Agra from Delhi by Shatabdi Express Train

Day Tour Agra from Delhi by Shatabdi Express Train

Highlights of Tour

0500 Hrs: Pickup from your hotel in Delhi

0600 Hrs: Depart for Agra by Train

0815 Hrs: Arrive Agra Railway Station

0930 Hrs: Visit Fatehpur Sikri

1300 Hrs: Lunch at Local Restaurant / Hotel

1430 Hrs: Explore Agra Fort with Guide

1530 Hrs: Visit Taj Mahal on Sun Down

1830 Hrs: Explore some Markets

2015 Hrs: Transfer to Railway Station

2115 Hrs: Train Depart for Delhi

2330 Hrs: Arrive Delhi and Transfer to your hotel / Airport

Detailed Itinerary 

0500 Hrs:

Pickup from your hotel in Delhi by our tour executive and transfer to new Delhi railway Station to board train for Agra

 0600 Hrs:

your train no 12002/ Bhopal shatabdi will depart from New Delhi Railway station for Agra

 0815 Hrs:

Arrive Agra cantt railway station and welcome by our executive, he will introduce your guide, then you will proceed to visit Fatehpur Sikri.

 0930 Hrs:

Explore Fatehpur Sikri with English Speaking Guide

Fatehpur Sikri Built by Emperor Akbar between 1571 and 1585 in honour of SalimChisti, a Sufi saint, FatehpurSikri was the Mughal capital for 14 years.

The chief buildings of the imperial palace complex, clustered on a succession of terraces along the sandstone ridge, formed the core of Akbar’s city. Even today, access to FatehpurSikri is provided by a straight road built by the emperor, once lined with exotic bazaars. These principal buildings consisted of Diwan-i-aam, Diwan-i-khas, the Turkish Sultana’s house, SalimChisti’s tomb, BulandDarwaza, and Jami Masjid among many others.

The Diwan-i-aam or the hall of public audience is sheltered on three sides, with beautiful jail screens on either side of the emperor’s throne- for the court ladies.

The Turkish sultana’s house is said to have been the house of Akbar’s favourite begum. The house is exquisitely carved with Islamic decorations and may have been used as a pleasure pavilion as suggested by some historians.

A white marble encased tomb of SalimChisti, under an ornate wooden canopy, encrusted with mother-of-pearl mosaic, lies within the Jama Masjid courtyard.

We also explore southern side of gate called the Buland Darwaza, it was built to celebrate Akbar’s brilliant conquest of Gujarat. The design for decoration show heavy Hindu influences and is decorated with beautiful carvings and inlay work in white marble. This huge 54- m high gate has provided inspiration for other lofty gateways, since.

Jami Masjid or the ‘Friday mosque’ is a grand open mosque that towers over the city of FatehpurSikri. It is considered a model for several Mughal mosques that followed. The spiritual focus of the complex is the tomb of Salim Chisti which remains a popular pilgrimage spot, even today.

1200 Hrs:

After explore Fatehpur Sikri we will return to Agra

1300 Hrs:

Enjoy Delicious Lunch at Local restaurants/ Hotel on Direct Payment

1430 Hrs:

Post Lunch we will visit Agra fort

Agra Fort is located on the western side of river Yamuna. Its imposing red sandstone ramparts form a cresent along the river front and encompasses an enormous complex of courtly buildings ,ranging from the early eclecticism of Akbar to the sublime elegance of Shah Jahan .Along  the river front are the KhasMahal, an elegant marble hall and the two golden pavilions with “bangaldar “roofs,  facing them is the “Anguribagh” –garden of grapes , the MusammanBurj, a double –storeyed octagonal tower ,where Shah Jahan  was imprisoned by his son Auranzeb. The elegant Diwan-i- Khas , an open hall where the emperor would meet his court., the  “MachchhiBhavan”-Fish House  and the Diwan –i-Am , with its throne alcove which once provided the setting for the fabled Peacock Throne!

1530 Hrs:

After visit Agra Fort now we will go visit Taj Mahal on the time of Sun Down- The Taj Mahal is one of the world most famous buildings consturcted by fifth Mughal emperor of Shah Jahan in the memorey of his favourite wife Mumtaz Mahal after her death. Completed in 1643,this tomb with its perfect proportions and exquisite craftsmanship has been described as “a poetic wonder”- it is trulyShah Jahan’s “Ode to Immortality’! Thepietradura, calligraphy, relief, inlay and screen works incorporated into the architecturaland garden design indeed manifest the height of perfection achieved by Mughal artisans of the time.

1830 Hrs:

After explore Taj Mahal, if time permit then we will explore Local market of Agra

2000 Hrs:

On time you will be transferred to Agra Cantt railway station to board train for Delhi.

2115 Hrs:

Your Train No: 12001 / New Delhi Shatabdi Express departs from Agra.

2330 Hrs:

Train will reach at New Delhi Railway Station at around 2330 Hrs. Our representative will pickup you from railway station and transfer to your  booked Hotel / Airport to your onward Journeys

Inclusions

  • All transfers, tours, and excursion as per itinerary using air-conditioned Vehicle
  • Local English speaking Guide as per itinerary
  • Train Tickets ( Delhi – Agra – Delhi) -AC Chair Car Class
  • All taxes, tolls, parking fees, and service tax.

Exclusion

  • Any Lunch / Dinner is not Included
  • Any Monument Entrances
  • Any item of personal nature and Gratuities.
  • Any insurance.
  • All personal expenses such as medical expenses, laundry, drinks, telephone and fax services, and all other services not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary.