subject: Taj Mahal Tour Package The Romantic Place Of India [print this page] The Taj Mahal is one of the most wonderful tourism destinations in India and is aptly considered one of the greatest wonders of the world. People all over the world desire to see the grandeur of the Taj Mahal and only a lucky few get to see this wonder in marble. The Taj Mahal signifies and glorifies human love, has withstood the test of time, and still stands in all its glory. Emperor Shahjahan has firmly put Agra on the travel and tourism map of the world.
0630 Hrs. Departure Delhi
Pick up from hotel & drive to agra by airconditioned car.
1100 Hrs. Arrival agra
Arrive Agra & transfer to hotel for the use of Rest Rooms etc. & introduction to the Guide.
1115 Hrs. Visit Taj Mahal
Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal - one of the Seven Wonders of the World surely the most extravagant expression of love ever created. 20,000 men labored for over 17 years to build this memorial to Shah Jahan's beloved wife. The Taj Mahal shows a different aspect of beauty at different times of the day. The sight of the Taj awash with the subtle pinks of dawn is an unforgettable sight.
Ride a Tonga and visit Taj Mahal. Vivacious, amusing young men, who are more than willing to help tourists, these Tonga wallahs will do their best in making you feel at ease. The horses of the Tonga are equally colorful and active. A Tonga ride in Agra is sheer fun and frolic all through. Tonga rides will take you to the most beautiful monument in the world.
1315 Hrs. Lunch
Transfer for a buffet lunch in ITC Mughal Hotel a Five Star Hotel. Sprawled over 35 acres of luxurious gardens, and in close proximity to the Taj Mahal, The only Indian hotel to have won the prestigious Aga Khan Award for its excellent representation of Mughal architecture, it now boasts of a brand new accommodation wing - the 'Khwab Mahal' - Palace of Dreams.
Rated among Agras best restaurants, ITC Mughals offerings present an eclectic selection of fine dining options that include a range of Indian and international cuisines.
1415 Hrs. Visit Agra Fort
Visit the Agra fort Built by Emperor Akbar in 1566, the rusty and majestic red-sandstone fort of Agra stands on the banks of the river Yamuna. It comprises many fairy-tale palaces, such as the Jahangir Palace and the Khas Mahal, built by Shah Jahan; audience halls, such as the Diwan-i-Khas; and two very beautiful mosques.
1515 Hrs. Free time for shopping
Free to explore the Agras rich heritage of handicrafts.
1615 Hrs. Visit Sikandra
Proceed to visit Sikandra -it is home to Akbar's tomb. This grand monument was started by Akbar and completed by his son Jahangir. The mausoleum was started by Akbar in the Spartan style of Timurid architecture. Akbar's son Jahangir added more decorative designs to the mausoleum.
1700 Hrs. Depart to Delhi
Drive to Delhi.
2100 Hrs. Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi & transfer to hotel.
Taj Mahal Tour, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, is a living monument, which silently whispers the love of legendary Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is one of the prominent symbols of love sited on the bank of river Yamuna in historical city Agra. This monument is made of pure white marble that describes the verses of Quran over its gate. Travelers from all parts of the world make their tour to India especially to gasp the astonishing view of the Taj Mahal. Without any doubt, the highly structured design as well as the idealistic environment of the monument makes Taj Mahal tour unique and memorable. Tour to this beautiful monument in India is one of the most popular travel packages amongst tourists globally that is offered by Classic Taj Tours. A simple view of Taj Mahal Tours, will keep you enthralled for a long time. After getting a tour package from Classic Taj Tours, you will also get a glimpse of numerous other historical monuments of the city through your Taj Mahal tour. These places include Agra Fort, the UNESCO world heritage site. Interesting fact about the places is that these all are in the surrounding area of the Taj Mahal excluding Buland Darawaja that is 35 km far from Agra on Jaipur Highway.
