Private Taj Mahal Tour with well knowledgeable guide

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Itinerary

1. The Taj Mahal, a white‑marble mausoleum on the banks of the Yamuna River in Agra, was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1632 to honor his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, and completed around 1648–1653 . Designed by Ustad Ahmad Lahori, the structure blends Persian, Islamic, and Indian architectural styles, featuring a central domed tomb flanked by four slender minarets, exquisite pietra dura inlay, and symmetrical Charbagh gardens . Celebrated as a symbol of eternal love, the Taj Mahal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, drawing millions of visitors each year

   2 h

2. Agra Fort, often called the Red Fort of Agra, is a massive 16th-century Mughal fortress and palace, built by Emperor Akbar around 1565–1573 using red sandstone with walls stretching nearly 2.5 km and towering 21 m high. Within its ramparts lies an imperial city featuring monumental structures such as Jahangir’s Palace, the marble Khas Mahal, the ornate Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace), and the elegant Moti Masjid—many added by Shah Jahan . The fort also houses the Hall of Public Audience (Diwan‑i‑Aam) and the Hall of Private Audience (Diwan‑i‑Khas), where the emperor held court before illustrious visitors. Famously, Shah Jahan was imprisoned here by his son Aurangzeb and spent his final years gazing at the Taj Mahal from the Musamman Burj tower

   45 min

3. The Tomb of Itimad‑ud‑Daulah, built between 1622 and 1628 by Empress Nur Jahan in memory of her father Mirza Ghiyas‑ud‑Din (Itimad‑ud‑Daulah), is considered a delicate jewel‑box mausoleum nestled in the peaceful Char Bagh garden along the Yamuna River. It was the first Mughal structure in India made entirely of white marble, decorated with elaborate pietra dura inlay and fine jali screens, marking a pivotal transition from red sandstone to the elegant marble aesthetic later perfected in the Taj Mahal

   30 min

4. Located just north of the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River, Mehtab Bagh, or the “Moonlight Garden,” is a serene Mughal-era charbagh complex in Agra built originally by Emperor Babur and later refined by Shah Jahan .. Spanning about 25 acres in a perfectly square layout (~300×300 m), the garden is meticulously aligned with the Taj Mahal and offers a stunning reflection of the monument in its central octagonal pond, especially under moonlight or at sunset

   30 min

Cancellation

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

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How it compares in New Delhi

• Its from-price is 24% below the median of the 1856 day trips we list in New Delhi.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 903 of 1856.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About New Delhi

New Delhi pairs the stately avenues of India's capital with the bazaars and Mughal monuments of Old Delhi, a city of layered empires and great food.

The planned capital centres on a grand ceremonial avenue running from India Gate to Rashtrapati Bhavan, the presidential palace. Nearby, Humayun's Tomb, a forerunner of the Taj Mahal, sits in formal gardens, and the Qutub Minar, a towering sandstone minaret, rises in the south. The Lotus Temple and the vast Akshardham complex add striking modern landmarks.

Top-ranked sights in New Delhi: India Gate, Jama Masjid (Masjid e Jahan Numa), Chandni Chowk.

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