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On hearing the name of Agra , Taj Mahal comes first in the mind and that’s the reason why Agra is also known as the city of Taj Mahal. Agra is a beautiful city which is situated on the banks of the Yamuna River , northern state of Uttar Pradesh , India. Agra is one of the Seven Wonders of the World in India and this makes our country head’s proud. Apart from , Agra is a stunning tourist place of India and it attracts thousands of tourists from across the globe. The special thing about Agra is that it was inscribed by the UNESCO World Heritage site and the sites are Agra Fort , Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri. Agra holidays can be a great experience for those who interested in history and architecture. The destination is a most populous city in India and if we talk about history of the city then it starts from 11th century where first Alexander Lodhi rules , next Mughals , then Marathas and lastly the British ruled. After the independence of India , Agra has been a part of Uttar Pradesh and has gradually developed into an industrial city. The city is now a popular tourist destination and attracts tourists from all over the world. Kings and rulers may have left Agra far behind in history , but the culture they gifted to the city still exists in this famous city.
Agra Tour Packages
There is no scarcity of tourist places in Agra. The destination is covered with full of architectural and historical monuments that describe the history of the city. There are tombs which is dedicated to love as well as historical monuments and grand architecture temples adorn this place , if you want to know about the history of the city then you must visit these wonderful monuments. Agra is considered as one of the most protuberant vacationer destinations in the country because of the beautiful and astounding structures of all medieval ages.
Delightful Delhi and Agra Tour Package – 5 Nights and 6 Days
This Delightful Delhi and Agra tour package offers you that you can enjoy various tourists places of Delhi along with Agra which will surely make you happy. This package is basically designed for those who wants to explore both the destinations in that particular time period. Delhi is one of the most energetic and historical cities in India where you will witness the stunning memorials. Apart from , you can see official monuments , like India Gate , War memorial , Parliament house , President House , Qutub Minar , and so on. After that , your next stop is Agra where you will have the mind-blowing sightseeing like Taj Mahal , Agra Fort , Fatehpur seekri and several tombs. Agra is a place which is mainly known for love and this place give you a significant sigma that will be close to your soul forever. Besides , if we are talking about accommodation so it would be arranged in luxury resorts and hotels as per your choice.
Captivating Agra Honeymoon Tour Package – 4 Nights and 5 Days
This is one of the best Agra honeymoon tour package because in this itinerary couples will explore not only Agra but Delhi and Jaipur also. The 5 days Agra Honeymoon tour package is ultimately designed for the newlyweds because this package will help in making their honeymoon memorable. As they can experience the historical backdrop of enormous fort , glory of Rajasthan’s castle , buzz of bazaars and the traditions of a heritage stay. After that , head to Agra which is the home of the Taj Mahal and a symbol of love. Here honeymooners can feel the love in the atmosphere and they will find that Agra is truly the city of love. This is recommended to all the couples that spend some precious time in Taj Mahal with your loved one , which you will remember throughout your life. Okay , so let’s go ahead , in Delhi tour they can explore India Gate , Lotus Temple , Qutub Minar , jama Masjid , and other touring areas. In addition , the stay will be provided in a high class hotel and the rest as per the wish. And also the spa service will be given for free which they can enjoy in their hotel.
Exciting Agra Family Tour Package – 3 Nights and 4 Days
Go on board an incredible vacation with your family members with this 3 Nights and 4 Days Agra tour package. This exciting Agra family tour package is carefully intended to impart you the greatest vacation experience. In this package you will travel both the destinations – Agra & Delhi and as both the places offers topmost tourists attractions. During Agra trip , you will see the Seven Wonders of the World means Taj Mahal , Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri. These three places makes Agra the top tourist place of the country and generally tourists comes Agra because of these three places. The 3 Nights and 4 Days exciting Agra family tour package includes all the transfers , accommodation , meal , sightseeing , and all those things that you can expect from some of the finest Agra family Holiday Packages.
Purely Agra Tour Package – 2 Nights and 3 Days
This package is specially designed for those who just want to explore Agra tourist’s places in less time and minimum cost. So , it can be considered as the best package for them. One can get a chance to enjoy luxury dinner in royal heritage as per the norms. The hotels will be given to you according to your choice and along with some service vouchers so that you can enjoy those services like body massage , Ayurveda massage , and spa. This package is a perfect , for those who don’t want to spend too much money on traveling and the package will surely make your trip memorable. You will not get a better package than this in the market and if you book this package then you can enjoy more things in a low budget. Now it is up to you to book your package accordingly because we have given you all the information about the packages that suits you. If you want to spend more days and more money than you can choose from the above packages because each of the above packages has different quality.
Best time to visit Agra tour package
There is so much to do in Agra and so much to experience thus before traveling to this destination you should know about the best time to visit. Here we guide you about the ideal season that will help you decide when to visit this glorious city.
Agra in summer season – The summer season is extremely hot and the temperature can rise up to 45 degrees Celsius. Since the temperature is too much high during summer months so it makes travel difficult. Almost sightseeing in Agra are monuments which get tremendously hot in the sun and it becomes uncomfortable to visit during this season. Accordingly , our advice is that to please avoid visiting Agra during April to July because of so much hotness in the weather. Other than that , this is a best time to visit Agra for those who want to avoid the crowd and due to the less crowds , one can visit the famed historical monuments around the city with ease.
Agra in monsoon season – Monsoon season can be considered as a good time to visit Agra because the temperature is not that much high like summer season. Also , there is not so much rainfall during this season but still remain slightly humid which can make you feel warm. The monsoon season begins from July to September and the heaviest rainfall occurs in the month of August so plan accordingly.
Agra in winter season – Mostly tourist’s visit Agra during winter season and it starts from October to March , since the weather is pleasant which makes travel easier. The temperature ranges between 7 degrees Celsius to 36 degrees Celsius and the climate conditions are cool throughout the day. As it’s a peak time so you can find a little crowded and you will have to book hotels/resorts in advance for your stay. The significance of this season is that you will experience the majestic mornings and beauty of Taj Mahal in the sun light. Hence , the ideal time to visit Agra is winter season.
How to reach Agra
Tourism in Agra is a natural phenomenon as the entire city is the center of history and culture. On touching the soil of Agra then you will feel the pleasure and atmosphere. The destination reached its heights during the Sultan and Mughal era and today you can show all the evidence of its popularity. However , history and culture alone cannot endorse a city as a major tourist destination without proper efforts taken by the government. The Government of India has played an important role in promoting Agra travel and tourism.
Agra by road - Agra is well-connected with the three major national highways including Nh2 , Nh3 and Nh11. Public transports , private buses and luxury buses like Volvo are available from Agra. Uttar Pradesh Tourism manage guided Tours to even more Sikandra and Fatehpur Sikri within the city on deluxe buses. The newly developed Noida Expressway has increased connectivity to Agra and reduced travel time. If you are traveling from Delhi then you can reach Agra within two hours via road very easily.
Agra by train - Agra is an utmost popular tourists place in India and is well connected by the rail network. The city has its own seven railway stations named as Agra Fort Railway Station , Agra Cantt Railway Station and Raja-ki-Mandi. Generally trains pass through the former two stations , including the luxury train 'Palace on Wheels' which gives you a Royal experience , and Shatabdi and Rajdhani Express. If you want to travel Agra via train then you can get trains easily from the major cities of the country.
Agra by flight – The destination has its own airport named as Kheria Airport , which is about 5 kilometers from the city center. The airport is well-connected by major domestic airlines across the country. You can also board a flight to Delhi and then you can start your journey towards Agra via Delhi.
Places to visit in Agra
Agra Red Fort – Agra fort is sometimes called the Red Fort because the architectural style and design of the Red Fort in Delhi is quite similar. Both the forts are amazing and have been constructed with red sandstone. This is the main reason that when travelers see this fort , they remember the Red Fort of Delhi. Agra Red Fort is the second World Heritage Site of Agra after Taj Mahal and it was built by the Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565. Fascinatingly , there is a board at the entry of the fort , on which it is mentioned that the fort was firstly constructed before 1000 AD and Akbar only modernized it.
Fatehpur Sikri - Fatehpur Sikri is made of red sandstone and it was founded in the 16th century by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. It was the capital of his empire for fifteen years thereafter. It is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a prominent tourist charm. It is a typical example of Akbar's architecture and is a home to Jodha Bai's palace , Jama Masjid , Buland Darwaza and Salim Chishti's mausoleum.
Jama Masjid – It was constructed in 1648 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan to pay praise to his adored daughter Jahanara Begum. Not only called as the Jama Masjid but also known as Jami Masjid and Juma Masjid. This mosque is built of red sandstone and is ornamented with white Marblewhere blue paint has been used on its walls and ceilings. The mosque is located opposite the Agra Fort Railway Station , and is one of the largest mosques in India.
Taj Mahal - Taj Mahal is comes under the Seven Wonders of the World and it was built in 1632 by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is an example of a mix of Indian , Persian and Islamic architectural styles and its construction begins in 1632 which was completed in 1653. There is also the tomb of Mumtaz Mahal and that tomb is considered here as the main attraction of the Taj Mahal. People come here from across the world to visit Taj Mahal because it is counted as a very amazing wonder.
Akbar’s Tomb - The tomb is built from marble and red sandstone. The greatest things about this tomb is that it has an exclusive blend of Muslim and Hindu architectural style. It has attractive models used in marble and is decorated with ornaments. The specialty of this tomb is its entry gate , which is called the Buland Darwaza. The gate is built on an arch and has four marble towers. If seen , its door attracts more people than the tomb.
Travel Tips for Travelers
Some important tips from our side for you that while traveling to Agra so you should know about these things such as:
Arrive early to the ticket booth for Taj Mahal ticket as there is a long queue so it’s better to reach early as possible. You will have to choose your gate wisely as there are three gates like The East Gate , The West Gate and The south Gate but it is suggested that to avoid south gate.
Since it’s a Mughals cultural and historical places so dress appropriately. Also , some women wear strappy dresses and tank tops so you should wear decent dresses.
You should know about that what you can’t bring inside the monuments like food , headphones , and tripods. You can also deposit in the given lockers if you have these things.
Take a guide so that you can get some knowledge about the monuments and the culture of the Mughals.
Things to Carry
Agra is a place that you should concern about your skin because of the weather conditions. You should wear that type of clothing that covers your body from shoulder to knees as it may attract unwanted stares. So , while traveling to Agra , it is suggested to dress like a cover your shoulders and knees.
While traveling during summer season so it is recommended to carry cotton clothes. For men , you can pack t-shirts , jeans , kurtas , cotton trousers , full sleeved shirts , and long trousers. For women , you can pack capris , knee-length trousers , long cotton shirts , loose tops , and Kurtis.
If you are traveling in winter season so according to the climate conditions you should pack warm clothes like warm jackets , sweaters , woolens , hooded jerseys , sweatshirts , woolen scarves , shawls , etc.
Also , you can carry sunglasses , sunscreen , sneakers good for traveling , and carry umbrella during monsoon travel , hats , and so on.
These are the essential tips for our side that will help you in your Agra tour package booking. Now , you will have to take decision accordingly.
Best Agra Tour Packages
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit Agra ?
The best time to visit Agra is between October to March when the weather is pleasant and perfect for sightseeing. The summer time is in between April to July and the monsoon time is in between August to October.
How to reach Agra ?
Agra is well connected by road to cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Gwalior, Lucknow and Kanpur. Trains are also available for Agra from cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Gwalior and Jhansi. You can visit to Agra via flight as well. Most preferred option is to reach Delhi via flight and then take a taxi from Delhi to Agra.
What is Agra famous for?
The most popular thing is Agra is the Taj Mahal which is one of the 7 wonders in the world. Besides this there are various forts which belong to the Mugal Era. Agra is also famous for its exquisite marble products. In Agra, you can purchase ornate marble souvenirs and gifts such as coasters, flower vases and jewelry boxes, etc.
7. What is Agra famous for?
The most popular thing is Agra is the Taj Mahal which is one of the 7 wonders in the world. Besides this there are various forts which belong to the Mugal Era. Agra is also famous for its exquisite marble products. In Agra, you can purchase ornate marble souvenirs and gifts such as coasters, flower vases and jewelry boxes, etc.
Things to do in Agra?
There are plenty of things to do in Agra likeSightseeing of historical monuments, Shopping, taste varieties of food, visit the Taj Mahal, also see Mohabbat-the-Taj, Musical Drama.
9. Things to do in Agra?
There are plenty of things to do in Agra likeSightseeing of historical monuments, Shopping, taste varieties of food, visit the Taj Mahal, also see Mohabbat-the-Taj, Musical Drama.
How many days should I plan for Agra?
2–3 days are sufficient to explore the city of Love. First day, you can explore Taj Mahal &Kalakriti Cultural and Convention Center. Second day, you can visit Agra Fort, Tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah, Akbar’s Tomb and Mehtab Bagh. On third day, you can explore Fatehpur Sikri and enjoy shopping in Agra.
12. How many days should I plan for Agra?
2–3 days are sufficient to explore the city of Love. First day, you can explore Taj Mahal &Kalakriti Cultural and Convention Center. Second day, you can visit Agra Fort, Tomb of Itimad-Ud-Daulah, Akbar’s Tomb and Mehtab Bagh. On third day, you can explore Fatehpur Sikri and enjoy shopping in Agra.
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