Agra Overnight Tour 2 days

Day 1 Arrival in Delhi - Agra

Pickup from the airport or any hotel in Delhi and drive towards Agra by car via Yamuna Expressway in 3 hours. Reach Agra and transfer to your hotel. After some refreshments, proceed to go to Agra Fort.

Agra Fort is additionally referred to as "Red Fort of Agra" and has been declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a vital Fort in Indian history as several Mughal rulers like Babur, Humayun, Akbar and few others ruled from here so the planning and structure of this Fort could be a typical example of Mughal design. Sometimes remained the seat of power for the Mughal Empire, this fort was later converted into a museum. It houses many belongings of the erstwhile rulers. You may wish to enjoy shopping in Agra which is known for its fabulous handicrafts, made of marble and softstone inlay work. The Mughals were great patrons of arts and crafts. Empress Nur Jahan took personal interest and was an accomplished artist herself in zari embroidery work. Agra’s major handicraft products besides inlay work are: leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewellery and embroidery work.

Move to Mehtab Bagh - this park, originally built by Emperor Babur as the last in a series of 11 parks on the Yamuna’s east bank (long before the Taj was conceived), fell into disrepair until it was little more than a huge mound of sand. To protect the Taj from the erosive effects of the sand blown across the river, the park was reconstructed and is now one the best places from which to view the great mausoleum.

Later, come to the hotel for overnight stay Agra.

Day 2 Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Delhi

Before you conclude your journey in Agra, it’s time to experience the most beautiful sight in the world, the sunrise view of Taj Mahal. Early morning, before sunrise, reach Taj Mahal and enjoy the fresh rays of the Sun falling on the crystal white monument called Taj. The soothing atmosphere, the cool breezes and the entire setting takes you back to the days when this monument was built for pure love.

Return to hotel for breakfast.

Afterwards, check out from the hotel and proceed to New Delhi via visiting Fatehpur Sikri.

Fatehpur Sikri is yet another beautiful town established by the Mughals. The town was created with the view of serving as the capital of the Empire, thus it had everything required to be a world-class city. Ample of monuments, markets, buildings and much more were created. However, a severe draught hit the town that forced the residents to move away and the rulers to shift their capital to Agra. Even today, you may find the ruins of those mesmerizing building. It is believed that the souls of those who died in the town roam in the city, thus, Fatehpur Sikri is also known as a Ghost Town.

Later, drive to New Delhi. Reach New Delhi and arrival at the hotel or the aiport for your next destination.