Your private driver and professional government-approved tour guide will meet you at your hotel in Agra early in the morning. You will drive in a comfortable air-conditioned car to the Taj Mahal parking area. From there, you will take the eco-friendly battery bus or golf cart to reach the monument entrance. Your guide will assist you with the entry process so you can enjoy a smooth and hassle-free experience.

Visiting the Taj Mahal at sunrise is the most magical experience of the day. As you enter through the grand main gateway (Darwaza-i-Rauza), you will witness the first unforgettable view of the white marble monument glowing in soft golden light. Your guide will explain the fascinating love story of Emperor Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal and how this masterpiece was built by more than 20,000 artisans.

Next, you will visit the magnificent Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the main residence of the Mughal emperors for nearly a century. Entering through the Amar Singh Gate, your guide will take you through the royal palaces and courtyards while explaining the history of the Mughal Empire. You will explore Jahangir’s Palace, known for its impressive blend of Hindu and Central Asian architecture, followed by the Diwan-i-Aam where the emperor addressed the public. The Diwan-i-Khas was used for private meetings with foreign ambassadors and important guests. You will also see the beautiful Khas Mahal, the Anguri Bagh royal garden, and the Musamman Burj – the marble tower where Shah Jahan was kept under house arrest by his son Aurangzeb. From here, you can enjoy a moving and clear view of the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River.

After sightseeing, enjoy lunch at a clean and recommended 5 Star hotel or multi-cuisine restaurant

Fatehpur Sikri, the former capital of the Mughal Empire, is a beautifully preserved 16th-century city built by Emperor Akbar. Your tour begins at the Buland Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world, built to celebrate Akbar’s victory over Gujarat. You will then visit the Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India, followed by the white marble Tomb of the Sufi saint Salim Chishti, where visitors come to make wishes. The guided walk continues to the Diwan-i-Khas, famous for its unique central pillar where Akbar held discussions on different religions. You will see the Anup Talao, which was used for musical performances, the five-storey Panch Mahal designed for royal relaxation, the grand Jodha Bai Palace (the largest residential complex), and Birbal’s House, known for its fine carvings and architectural beauty.