Luxury Heritage and Culture in Agra

Explore Agra's quintessential sights, from sunrise views of the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort to afternoon shopping in Kinari Bazaar and a sunset boat ride.

1. 07:30|08:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Bellevue, Oberoi Amarvilas

   07:30 – 08:30

   Start the day with a luxury breakfast spread offering international and Indian dishes overlooking lush manicured gardens.

2. 08:45|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the Taj Mahal

   08:45 – 10:45

   Walk through the main gateway to view the ivory-white marble mausoleum and explore its symmetrical gardens and interior chambers.

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3. 11:00|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Agra Fort Tour

   11:00 – 12:30

   Tour the massive red sandstone fortress, visiting the Diwan-i-Am, Diwan-i-Khas, and imperial palaces overlooking the river.

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4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Peshawri, ITC Mughal

   12:45 – 14:00

   Savour authentic North-West Frontier cuisine, including slow-cooked lentils and tandoori bread, in an upscale setting.

5. 14:15|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Itimad-ud-Daulah

   14:15 – 15:30

   Examine the intricate marble inlay work and delicate lattice screens of the monument often called the Baby Taj.

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6. 15:45|17:00
   

   Shopping

   Kinari Bazaar Shopping Tour

   15:45 – 17:00

   Navigate the narrow lanes of the old city market to shop for zardozi embroidery, leather goods, brassware, and traditional handicrafts.

7. 17:15|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Mehtab Bagh Visit

   17:15 – 18:00

   Stroll through the charbagh garden complex located directly across the Yamuna River from the Taj Mahal.

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8. 18:05|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Sunset Boat Ride on Yamuna River

   18:05 – 19:00

   Board a private wooden boat on the Yamuna River to view the rear facade of the Taj Mahal during golden hour.

9. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Esphahan, Oberoi Amarvilas

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on fine Mughlai recipes served in an elegant dining room accompanied by live traditional sitar music.

Venture beyond central Agra to visit Akbar's Tomb and an ethical wildlife sanctuary, followed by food tasting and evening sightseeing.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Taj Bano, ITC Mughal

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy a buffet featuring live cooking stations for south Indian delicacies, fresh juices, and pastries.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Akbar's Tomb Visit

   09:15 – 10:45

   Explore the spacious garden tomb of Emperor Akbar in Sikandra, notable for its red sandstone and white marble tier design.

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3. 11:00|13:00
   

   Outdoor

   Wildlife SOS Elephant and Bear Sanctuary

   11:00 – 13:00

   Take a guided walk through the rescue facility to learn about the rehabilitation of rescued sloth bears and Asian elephants.

4. 13:15|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Pinch of Spice

   13:15 – 14:30

   Relish North Indian specialties such as murgh makhani and paneer tikka at a highly regarded local restaurant.

5. 14:45|16:15
   

   Outdoor

   Agra Local Food Walking Tour

   14:45 – 16:15

   Walk through old city food stalls tasting regional specialties like petha, chaat, and spiced snacks with a culinary guide.

6. 16:30|17:45
   

   Shopping

   Kinari Bazaar Shopping Tour

   16:30 – 17:45

   Return to the market district to browse specialized artisan shops selling silk textiles, jewelry, and marble inlay souvenirs.

7. 18:00|18:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Itimad-ud-Daulah

   18:00 – 18:45

   Revisit this quiet mausoleum in late afternoon light to capture photograph details of the Persian-style riverside gardens.

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8. 19:00|19:40
   

   Sightseeing

   Mehtab Bagh Visit

   19:00 – 19:40

   Enjoy an evening stroll across the gardens as dusk sets over the Yamuna River bank.

   • entryFree
9. 20:00|21:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Jhankar, Taj Hotel & Convention Centre

   20:00 – 21:30

   Dine on vegetarian regional Indian dishes cooked with fresh herbs and traditional spices.

Travel to the deserted Mughal capital of Fatehpur Sikri before returning to Agra for final monument tours and riverfront sights.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Dasaprakash

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start with authentic South Indian breakfast options including dosas, idlis, and filter coffee.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the Taj Mahal

   09:15 – 10:30

   Take a final morning walk through the grounds of the Taj Mahal to admire the morning light on the marble dome.

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3. 10:45|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Fatehpur Sikri Excursion

   10:45 – 13:00

   Explore the 16th-century sandstone city constructed by Emperor Akbar, including the Buland Darwaza and Panch Mahal.

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4. 13:15|14:15
   

   Food

   Lunch at Lakshmi Vilas, Fatehpur Sikri

   13:15 – 14:15

   Enjoy a traditional thali meal featuring local Rajasthani and North Indian dishes near the historical complex.

5. 14:45|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Akbar's Tomb Visit

   14:45 – 16:00

   Stop at Sikandra on the return route to examine the calligraphic inscriptions and surrounding deer park.

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6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Agra Fort Tour

   16:15 – 17:30

   Revisit Agra Fort to inspect the Jahangiri Mahal and the octagonal tower where Shah Jahan spent his final years.

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7. 17:45|18:45
   

   Outdoor

   Agra Local Food Walking Tour

   17:45 – 18:45

   Sample evening street snacks and sweet delicacies in Sadar Bazaar alongside a knowledgeable foodie guide.

8. 19:00|19:45
   

   Outdoor

   Sunset Boat Ride on Yamuna River

   19:00 – 19:45

   Conclude the day's sightseeing with a relaxing boat ride on the Yamuna as twilight settles over Agra.

9. 20:00|21:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Sky Deck, Grand Imperial

   20:00 – 21:30

   Wrap up the trip with rooftop dining offering views over Agra's skyline and classic Indian cuisine.