Agra Tour Package

Agra is home to one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Taj Mahal. Tourists glue themselves to one of the 7 World Wonders like bugs to a light bulb. Nevertheless, Agra deserves a visit at least once in your lifetime. Apart from the Taj Mahal, Agra poses extraordinary tourist attractions like the fort. It was the former home to the emperor of the Mughal Dynasty. And now it serves as a popular tourist attraction in Agra. Come here and dwell amid the impressive mausoleums, mughal gardens and yamuna ghats.

Scroll through some of our Agra tour packages below:

Located alongside the Yamuna River, Agra has been a popular tourist destination in India. It is home to one of the seven wonders, the Taj Mahal. Oftentimes, Agra comes under the famous Indian tour packages, the Golden Triangle Route. Alongside Delhi and Rajasthan. Agra tops the tourism game for the majestic attractions of the Mughal era.

Agra holds fascinating world wonders but if you look a little further, it has more to offer. The Mehtab Bagh behind Taj Mahal is a beautiful sprawling garden. You can catch a beautiful, uninterrupted view of the white marble mausoleum. Itimad-ud-Daulah’s Tomb is another worthy place to see in Agra. It is a mausoleum of Mirza Ghiyas Beg.

An hour from Agra is Fatehpur Sikri which is a UNESCO Heritage Site. It holds such a fascinating backstory of the now abundant town. While you are in Agra, take a peek into the rescued Sloth Bears and Elephants by visiting the Wildlife SOS. They have two refuges for these species. You can come here and learn about their story. You can also volunteer for the animals.

When to visit Agra?

Tourists often include Agra during their Delhi and Rajasthan travel. So, it is likely the best time to visit Agra will be during the colder months. Although, Agra and the Taj Mahal are beautiful even during the monsoon season. But it is not comfortable to travel during the rainy season in Agra.

Summer in Agra: May is the hottest month and it is advised to spend less time outdoors. But if you do visit Agra during the summer. There are indoor shopping complexes. Sites like Agra Fort can also be explored during the summer season. Since most of the attractions are indoors. Summer in Agra is from April to June.

Monsoon in Agra: Agra receives moderate rainfall between July to September. So, the city is fresh and cooler. Although traffic may raise some concern. The period between July and August receives the most rainfall. If you have outdoor activities planned, then avoid Agra during monsoon season.

Winter in Agra: November till mid-march is the perfect time to visit Agra. The temperature is moderate during the day. At night, it may drop down to 2°C. For outdoor activities, Agra in winter is the best time to visit. Not only can you explore the famous Taj Mahal but also neighbouring sites.

How to visit Agra?

From Delhi, the Yamuna Express is the highway that connects to Agra. Several buses and private cars run through this highway regularly. Agra is a top tourist destination making it an inevitable place to visit while in India. Easy rail connectivity and airport makes Agra easy to reach.

Agra by Air: Kheria Airport in Agra is a military base as well as a seasonal commercial airport. Only Air India flies to this airport from Delhi. The airport is at a distance of 13 KM from the city centre.

Agra by Road: Many buses from both government and private run along the Yamuna Expressway. There are many buses from Delhi NCR as well as Lucknow and nearby cities. Rental cars are also common in taking a short road trip to Agra from Delhi.

Agra by Road: Many buses from both government and private run along the Yamuna Expressway. There are many buses from Delhi NCR as well as Lucknow and nearby cities. Rental cars are also common in taking a short road trip to Agra from Delhi.

Best places to visit in Agra

Agra is a famous destination in India. There’s not a single person who does not know the location of the Taj Mahal. Besides being one of the 7th wonders, there are beautiful and historical attractions in Agra. Most of them connected with the Mughal Empire. You can scroll through the tourist sites in Agra below.

  • Taj Mahal
  • Agra Fort
  • Itimad-ud-Daulah's Tomb
  • Chini ka Rauza
  • Mehtab Bagh
  • Subhash Emporium
  • Akbar's Mausoleum
  • Fatehpur Sikri
  • Agra Bear Rescue Facility
  • Elephant Conservation and Care Centre
  • Kalakriti Cultural & Convention Centre

FAQs

The most famous attraction in Agra is the Taj Mahal. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and an incredible monument of elegance and architectural perfection.

Yes, Agra has a few attractions that can be completed in a day. However, to truly delve into the history and story of Agra, then keep at least two days for sightseeing.

The best time to visit Taj Mahal is between October to March. The time of autumn and winter are best suited for outdoor activities and sightseeing.

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