From Delhi: All Inclusive Taj Mahal & Agra Tour With 5*Lunch

The Taj Mahal is the reason to make the long day trip, but this tour adds two more important Agra monuments without asking you to sort out trains, cars and local guides on your own. You get a private vehicle from Delhi and a guide in Agra, with time for the Taj, Agra Fort and the Baby Taj.

I like two things in particular: door-to-door transport from a wide range of pickup areas, and a private guide who can adjust the pace and explain what you are seeing. Past guides have included Imtiaz, Faisal, Mehfooz and Anshu, while drivers Rahul and Vikram have also been singled out for attentive service.

The main caution is the package wording. The $20 starting price does not necessarily include monument tickets or the five-star meal, and the schedule calls the meal stop breakfast even though the tour description promises lunch. Confirm your selected option and meal timing before you book.

The short version: three monuments, one long day

How long is the tour?

The stated duration is 12 hours. The drive is about three hours each way, with visits to the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and the Baby Taj.

Which monuments are included?

The tour visits the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Itimad-ud-Daulah, also known as the Baby Taj.

Is lunch included in the $20 price?

Not necessarily. The five-star meal is included only if you select the relevant option. The package information also labels the meal stop as breakfast in the itinerary, so confirm the meal and its timing before booking.

Are monument tickets included?

Monument fees are included only if you select the option that covers them. Check your selected package rather than assuming tickets are part of the starting price.

Where can pickup and drop-off be arranged?

Pickup and drop-off are offered in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad. Listed pickup areas include Aerocity, Paharganj, Old Delhi and New Delhi.

Is the Taj Mahal open every day?

No. The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday. Bring a passport or ID card for the tour.