Same Day Taj Mahal Tour by Gatimaan Express

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If you want to explore the Taj Mahal swiftly on a same day trip, you can do it via the Gatimaan Express. This is a great way to visit Agra and check out not just the Taj, but some other landmarks on your trip. Here is a sample itinerary that you can consider in this regard.

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DAy 01 - Same Day Taj Mahal Tour by Gatimaan Express Itinerary

6-6.30 AM-Pickup from Delhi Hotel
Get picked up from your hotel in Delhi or any other preferred location and transfer to the Nizamuddin railway station for your journey to Agra

8.10 AM-Departure for Agra
You will start your journey to Agra from the Nizamuddin railway station via the Gatimaan Express.

9.50 AM- Arrival in Agra and Pickup for Sightseeing
Welcome to Agra! You will arrive at the Agra Cantonment Railway Station and be picked up from the station for your sightseeing journey.

It is also a Mughal architectural masterpiece, with its stunning white marble, symmetrical design, unique carvings, and the gorgeous reflection in the River Yamuna’s waters. Stroll through the lovely gardens with their fountains and don’t miss the charming museum on the premises. Take photographs for a lifetime when you’re here. In fact, you can spend hours simply gazing at the Taj Mahal!

10 AM-12.30 PM- Taj Mahal
This will be the highlight of your same day Taj Mahal tour by Gatimaan Express. You will enter the soothing premises and explore the lush gardens and fountains before viewing the monument up close. Marvel at the intricate inscriptions and stunning white marble and watch the sunrays cast a captivating halo on it. Look further onto the pristine Yamuna and explore the charming museum on the premises.
The beauty of the Taj Mahal is that you cannot stop gazing at it! You can spend a good two hours here before you even realize it! Once you visit, you’ll understand why it is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a globally recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site.

12.30 PM-1.30 PM- Lunch
You can have a delicious meal at a local restaurant in Agra. Feast on traditional culinary delicacies and don’t miss to eat and pack the popular Pethas which are famous here.

1.30 PM-3 PM-Agra Fort
After lunch, you will visit another UNESCO World Heritage Site, namely the Agra Fort. Gaze onto the Taj Mahal from the vantage point and learn fascinating legends about this majestic structure. Explore landmarks like the Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas, Sheesh Mahal, and the octagonal Musamman Burj. Marvel at the awe-inspiring architecture, wander through the stunning sleeping quarters of the Emperor and take photographs for a lifetime! It is one experience that you will never forget indeed.

2 PM-2.45 PM- Lunch
Have lunch at a local restaurant in Agra, trying local North Indian and Mughal delicacies. Don’t miss trying (and buying) the iconic Agra Pethas which come in diverse and lip-smacking flavors.

3 PM-4 PM- Itmad-ud-Daulah
The Baby Taj is undoubtedly worth visiting on your same day Taj Mahal tour by Gatimaan Express. You can spend some time here at this lovely mausoleum that was built by Empress Noor Jehan to honor her father, Mirza Ghiyas Beg (who held the position of Itmad-Ud-Daulah). It is nestled beautifully on the banks of the Yamuna River and has some stunning architecture and detailed inlays for you to check out as well.

4 PM-4.30 PM- Mehtab Bagh
The final stop for your trip will be Mehtab Bagh, the beautiful garden that is situated right across the river from the Taj Mahal. You will be able to click some fabulous pictures of the monument from the spot. It is a pristine spot worth exploring before you head back to Delhi.

4.30 PM-5 PM- Transfer to Agra Cantonment Railway Station
You will be transferred to the Agra Cantonment railway station, closing your exciting same day Taj Mahal tour by Gatimaan Express.

5.50 PM- Departure from Agra
Start your return journey to Delhi from Agra on the Gatimaan Express with unforgettable experiences and memories to cherish for a lifetime.

7.30 PM- Arrival in Delhi
Welcome back to Delhi. You will be landing at the Nizamuddin railway station and then board the vehicle to get dropped off to your designated location or hotel.
The Gatimaan Express is a great option if you want to travel quickly to Agra and explore the Taj Mahal and other attractions conveniently on the same day. You can consider this option for a quick one-day getaway that will give you special memories worth treasuring

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What is the Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel this tour up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Both options are available for the train journey. When you book the tour, you will be able to upgrade to Executive Coach.

Yes, you can book this tour in advance, you can select pay on arrival as a payment method to book this tour in advance.

You can pay via PayPal, credit card and also cash upon arrival.

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