Agra Tour Packages
Agra was the Mughal capital for much of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, and it holds three UNESCO sites: the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and nearby Fatehpur Sikri. The Taj, built by Shah Jahan for Mumtaz Mahal, changes colour from dawn to dusk.
Agra at a glance
- LocationUttar Pradesh, India
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesHindi, Urdu
- Ideal stay1–2 days
- Getting thereAgra Airport (AGR), with limited flights…
Best time to visit: October to March
Top Agra travel packages
A few of our Agra itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Cultural holidaysDelhi · Agra · JaipurGolden Triangle Tour6 Days | 5 Nights
Wildlife safarisDelhi · Agra · Ranthambore · JaipurGolden Triangle with Ranthambore7 Days | 6 Nights
Couples' holidaysAgra · Mathura & VrindavanAgra Taj Mahal Short Break3 Days | 2 Nights
Pilgrimage toursAgra · Fatehpur Sikri · AjmerAgra, Fatehpur Sikri & Ajmer Sharif5 Days | 4 NightsEssential tips for travelling to Agra
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: Hindi, Urdu.
Agra, Varanasi, Lucknow and Ayodhya have airports. The Yamuna Expressway links Delhi and Agra in about three and a half hours.
The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; sunrise visits are the least crowded.
In Varanasi, a boat on the Ganga at dawn is the single most memorable experience; book it for your first morning.
Enter the Taj at sunrise through the East Gate; it is the least crowded and the light is beautiful.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Agra
Agra was the Mughal capital for much of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, and it holds three UNESCO sites: the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and nearby Fatehpur Sikri. The Taj, built by Shah Jahan for Mumtaz Mahal, changes colour from dawn to dusk.
Highlights include Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri and Itimad-ud-Daulah. Local food worth trying: Agra petha, Bedai and jalebi breakfast and Mughlai curries. Plan 1–2 days here; it suits first-time visitors, couples, families. Our Agra itineraries run from 3 to 8 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
October to March. Pleasant days; winter mornings can be foggy, which gives the Taj a soft, misty look.
How to reach Agra
- By air: Agra Airport (AGR), with limited flights; Delhi (DEL), about 230 km
- By rail: Agra Cantt station, with the Gatimaan and Shatabdi from Delhi
- By road: About 3.5 hours from Delhi via the Yamuna Expressway
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
6D / 5NDelhi · Agra · JaipurGolden Triangle Tour
India's classic first circuit: Delhi's Mughal monuments, sunrise at the Taj Mahal and the forts and palaces of Jaipur.
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7D / 6NDelhi · Agra · Ranthambore · JaipurGolden Triangle with Ranthambore
The Golden Triangle with a tiger detour: two nights and safaris in Ranthambore between Agra and Jaipur.
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8D / 7NDelhi · Agra · Jaipur · VaranasiGolden Triangle & Varanasi
Add India's spiritual heart to the classic circuit, with a dawn boat ride and the evening aarti on the Ganga.
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8D / 7NDelhi · Agra · Jaipur · AmritsarGolden Triangle with Amritsar
Add the Golden Temple and the Attari border ceremony to the classic Delhi, Agra and Jaipur triangle.
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3D / 2NAgra · Mathura & VrindavanAgra Taj Mahal Short Break
Sunrise at the Taj, Agra Fort and sunset from Mehtab Bagh, with Krishna's Mathura and Vrindavan on the way back to Delhi.
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5D / 4NAgra · LucknowAgra & Lucknow Heritage Tour
Two Mughal and Nawabi cities: the Taj, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, then Lucknow's imambaras and kitchens.
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5D / 4NAgra · Fatehpur Sikri · AjmerAgra, Fatehpur Sikri & Ajmer Sharif
The Taj Mahal, ziyarat at Shaikh Salim Chishti's dargah in Fatehpur Sikri, then two nights in Ajmer for the Dargah of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti and Thursday qawwali.
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6D / 5NDelhi · Agra · JaipurGolden Triangle Group Tour: Delhi, Agra & Jaipur
India's classic Golden Triangle as a group tour with a tour manager: Old and New Delhi, sunrise at the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, and Jaipur's Amber Fort and bazaars.
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AgraMausoleum of the great emperor
Cultural experiences in Agra
Heritage and landmarks
AgraWhite marble mausoleum (closed Fridays)
AgraRed sandstone fort and palaces
AgraMausoleum of the great emperor
Experiences
- Marble inlay workshop visit
On the menuFood to try
- Agra petha
- Bedai and jalebi breakfast
- Mughlai curries
Outdoor activities in Agra
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Agra: October to March. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Agra travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
October to March. Pleasant days; winter mornings can be foggy, which gives the Taj a soft, misty look.
Getting around
Agra, Varanasi, Lucknow and Ayodhya have airports. The Yamuna Expressway links Delhi and Agra in about three and a half hours.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities.
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We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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Agra guides and articles
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