| Validity | Price per person in USD | |||||
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| Valid All Time | 1 Person | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People | 5 People | 6 or 6+ People |
| Costing | USD 170 | USD 130 | USD 100 | USD 95 | USD 85 | USD 100 |
On your same day, Taj Mahal by car tour, you will first witness the splendid Taj Mahal, which exemplifies the Mughal architecture. Commissioned by the Mughal king Shah Jahan for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, this mausoleum is built entirely with white marble. Your visit to the Taj Mahal will not only allow you to take pride in visiting on the Wonders of the World but will also allow you to explore the intricate carvings and beautiful design of the mausoleum. Along with a guide, you can learn about the history of the people connected with the structure.
Located not very far from the country’s present capital, the Taj Mahal is one of the most visited tourist sites in India and continues to draw several tourists every single day. Not very far from the majestic mausoleum lies the Agra Fort, which was originally the home of the Royal Mughal Kings and Queens till 1638. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the fort spans over 94 acres of land and has several buildings inside it. During your visit to the fort, you will be able to learn about the technical and architectural expertise of the Mughals, who happened to be the last rulers before the British took over India.
After having lunch and shopping, during the last leg of your tour, you will visit the magnificent Baby Taj, which was commissioned by Queen Nur Jahan. It was built as a mausoleum for her father and other family members. Also known as the Tomb of Itmad-ud-Daulah, the mausoleum is known to be an inspiration for the architecture of Taj Mahal. Completed in 1628, Baby Taj is a splendid example of the domeless design of the Mughal Tombs. It was also the first building finished in white marble as opposed to the more common red sandstone used in other Mughal buildings before this.
The intricate designs carved out on the marble are extremely beautiful and creates the illusion of delicateness, although the structure has been standing strong for centuries now. This building also introduced the pietra dura technique, where floral designs using semiprecious stones beautify the interiors.
Now it’s time to drive back to your location and drop at your place.
Home to such splendid structures, the city of Agra offers a lot for tourists who hope to explore India’s historic past and learn about the grandeur of the Mughal reign. These three structures are the most popularly visited places in the city and this day tour would make you feel as if you’ve stepped back in time to the Mughal era when Kings and Queens ruled the land and exquisite structures glorified their names.
