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Gwalior Tour - Same Day Tour to Gwalior From Agra

4.45 reviews

  • 10 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 3 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Same Day Gwalior Excursion from Agra Embark on a memorable same-day excursion from Agra to Gwalior – a historic city once ruled by the great Maratha clan, the Scindias, and renowned for its magnificent monuments and rich heritage. Your journey begins early in the morning with a pick-up from your hotel in Agra, followed by a drive to the majestic Gwalior Fort, often described as “the pearl amongst fortresses in India.” Upon arrival, your personal tour guide will take you through the fort’s fascinating history and architecture. Enjoy a sumptuous buffet lunch in a historic palace built by the royal family, now one of the city’s finest heritage hotels. After lunch, explore Gurjari Mahal and Jai Vilas Palace before returning to Agra. Tour Includes: Air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver Personal tour guide Entry tickets to all monuments Buffet lunch in a historic palace One bottled water per guest

Inclusions

What's included

  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • All applicable taxes and service charges
  • Monument entry fees as per itinerary
  • Private hotel pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • Buffet lunch at a local restaurant

What's not

  • Camera and video charges at monuments (if applicable)
  • Transportation beyond the mentioned itinerary
  • Any services not specifically mentioned under Inclusions

Itinerary

  1. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel or the airport in Agra and drive you in a private car to Gwalior, covering a distance of 120 km. Upon arrival, our expert guide will meet you to begin the sightseeing tour of the historic Gwalior Fort. Built in the 8th century CE by Raja Man Singh Tomar, the fort stands on a steep hill called Gopachal. Inside, you will visit notable structures such as Man Mandir and Karan Mandir, as well as the Archaeological Museum. The Man Mandir, built by Raja Man Singh, is renowned for its beautiful wall artwork.

    1 hAdmission included

  2. The Sas Bahu Temple in Gwalior, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, was commissioned by King Mahipala in 1092 AD. Lord Vishnu, also known as Sahastrabahu (“one with many hands”), lent the temple its original name, which over time evolved into “Sas Bahu” due to mispronunciation or interpretation. Built to seek the prosperity and success of his kingdom, King Mahipala’s temple is an exceptional example of medieval architecture. The complex comprises two temples—one larger and one smaller—symbolically referred to as the “mother-in-law” and “daughter-in-law” temples. Both feature intricately carved walls, graceful figures, and finely crafted pillars, reflecting remarkable artistic and architectural skill.

    1 hAdmission included

  3. Gurdwara Data Bandi Chhorh Sahib in Gwalior commemorates the imprisonment of Guru Hargobind Sahib in Gwalior Fort and his historic release, during which he secured the freedom of 52 imprisoned kings. The name “Bandi” means “imprisoned” and “Chhor” means “release.”

    1 hAdmission included

  4. Gujari Mahal was built by Raja Man Singh Tomar for his wife, Mrignayani, a Gujar princess. She requested a separate palace with a steady water supply, which was provided through an aqueduct from the nearby Rai River. The palace is now an archaeological museum showcasing rare artifacts, including Hindu and Jain sculptures from the 1st and 2nd centuries BCE, a miniature statue of Salabhanjika, terracotta objects, and replicas of frescoes from the Bagh Caves.

    1 hAdmission included

  5. Jai Vilas Palace, built in 1874 by Maharaja Jayajirao Scindia in Gwalior, India, is a 19th-century royal residence. Most of the palace now houses the Jiwajirao Scindia Museum, open to the public since 1964, while a portion remains the private residence of the Scindia family.

    1 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
MTA Destination Management Company
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years

How it compares in Agra

  • Its from-price is 116% above the median of the 915 experiences we list in Agra.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 261 of 915.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Agra

Agra, on the Yamuna River in northern India, is home to the Taj Mahal, the monumental Agra Fort and the Mughal ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri.

The Taj Mahal, built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, is one of the most admired buildings anywhere, its white marble changing colour from dawn to dusk. Its gardens, reflecting pools and inlaid stonework are loveliest early in the morning, and the Mehtab Bagh gardens across the river offer a calm sunset view.

Top-ranked sights in Agra: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Tomb of I'timad-ud-Daulah.

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