Agra tour packages for one day

Agra Tour Packages For One Day

Trip Length – One Day ( Timings :  08:00 am to 06:00pm Approx )

Inclusions – Comfortable air – conditioned Car, driver with cell phone, fuel, parking charges, tolls, trained guide, bottled water and all taxes.

Agra, the silent glory of ancient India is a must visit place for every person visiting India. With remarkable monuments like Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, delicious Mughalai cuisines and rich historic importance, the city has a lot to offer. Sketch India Journeys offers a day Agra Tour for those who desire to the unparalleled beauty of Agra in single day. There is a lot to see, and everything won’t be covered in such a small time, still we try our best to introduce you with some of the must visit destinations of the city of Agra, including:

Taj Mahal:

Undoubtedly the feature of Agra is the Taj Mahal, a beautiful monument created by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaj Mahal. The importance of Taj Mahal on tourism map of India can be understood from a single fact that more than 60 percent of tourists coming to India visit Taj Mahal. Be there and you will surely understand why it is called the “Symbol of Love” and is counted amongst the Seven Wonders of the World.

Agra Fort:

Located in close proximity to Taj Mahal is Agra Fort, a mammoth fort constructed by Mughal Emperor Akbar. Visit to this fort is a must for those who want to pay attention to the rich history and culture of the Mughal Dynasty. Today, it has been converted into a museum that houses innumerable belongings of the erstwhile kingdom.

Itmad-ud-Daula’s Tomb:

The mausoleum was built by Noor Jahan, wife of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, to honor his father Mirza Ghiyas Bagh who was given the title of Itmad-Ud-Daula (Pillar of the State). Due to being a smaller replica of the Taj Mahal, this monument is also known as Baby Taj and is highly frequented by history lovers.

FatehpurSikri:

This small town is located 32km from Agra and was established in 1569 by Mughal Emperor Akbar. The town served as the capital of Mughal Dynasty before a severe draught hit it. Today, you can find the remains of the mesmerizing monuments created during those days.

Akbar’s Tomb:

Also known as the Sikandara Tomb, the mausoleum is built by and dedicated to Mughal Emperor Akbar. Covering a massive area of 119 acres, the tomb is a fine piece of supreme architecture. Nearby located is the tomb of Miriam, wife of Emperor Akbar.

Sikandara Fort:

This fort is the place where Akbar spent last days of his life. Located 13km from Agra, the Sikandara Fort is surrounded by lush green gardens and thus also a good picnic spot. Akbar was a fond of art, and this fort clearly depicts his interest. Agra Day Tour.

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