Delhi Agra
Duration: 4 Nights / 5 Days
Places to Visit: Delhi - Agra - Delhi
Day 1: Arrive AgraDrive to Agra through the Indian country side. Upon arrival proceed to the Taj Mahal to see the architectural modern day wonder of the world, the incomparable Taj Mahal. This monument is a fine example of the fusion of many architectural styles and is one of the wonders of the modern world. Built in 1652 by Emperor Shah Jahan.
Day 2: Agra
Proceed to Hotel Trident/Amar Vilas in Agra where a sumptuous buffet lunch awaits you.
Day 3: Agra
After lunch visit the Agra Fort built in red sandstone with its magnificent palaces, halls of public and private audience and the beautiful gardens. This is where Emperor Shah Jahan was kept under house arrest by his third son Aurangzeb and spent the last year of his life viewing the Taj Mahal from across the river Jamuna.
Day 4: Agra
Visit to a marble factory to see the beautiful inlay of precious and semi precious stones into the marble.
Day 5: Delhi
Finally before driving back to Delhi, one can make a brief visit to Sikandra the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Akbar, a magnificent garden tomb. Return to Delhi around 2130 hours stopping midway for refreshments.
