5 daysPrivate 3-Day Taj Mahal Shore Excursion with Flights & Hotels
Length
3 days
Itinerary
3 days planned
Group
Private
Guides
German, English
Overview
Turn your cruise call in India into an unforgettable private journey to the Taj Mahal. Designed especially for cruise travelers, this carefully coordinated 3-day shore excursion includes cruise-port transfers, return domestic flights, two nights’ hotel accommodation, a private air-conditioned vehicle, an expert local guide and entrance fees.
Witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise, explore magnificent Agra Fort and admire the monument again from Mehtab Bagh at sunset. From the moment you leave your cruise port until your return, our team coordinates the important travel arrangements so that you can experience one of the world’s greatest landmarks with comfort, personalized attention and peace of mind.
Unlike a large cruise-line coach excursion, this is a completely private experience reserved exclusively for you and your travelling companions.
More than a sightseeing tour, this is a carefully planned journey from your cruise ship to one of the world’s most celebrated monuments.
Day by day itinerary
1CRUISE PORT PICKUP – FLIGHT TO NEW DELHI – DRIVE TO AGRA⌄
Meet our representative at your selected cruise port after disembarkation. Your representative or driver will display a placard bearing the lead traveler's name and assist with your private transfer to the airport. After completing the airport formalities, board your scheduled commercial flight to New Delhi.
Upon arrival at Delhi Airport, meet your professional chauffeur and receive assistance with your luggage. Continue to Agra by private air-conditioned vehicle via the modern expressway. Bottled mineral water will be available in the vehicle, and comfort stops can be arranged during the drive whenever required. Upon reaching Agra, check in at your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.
Overnight: Overnight in Agra: 5 star - Hotel Jaypee Palace or similar / 4 star - Grand Mercure or similar
2TAJ MAHAL AT SUNRISE – AGRA FORT – LOCAL ART EXPERIENCE – MEHTAB BAGH AT SUNSET⌄
Taj Mahal at Sunrise Early in the morning, meet your private guide and chauffeur at the hotel before travelling to the Taj Mahal. Experience the Taj Mahal during the soft morning light, one of the most memorable times to visit this world-famous monument. Built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal is admired for its flawless symmetry, white-marble craftsmanship, intricate inlay work and deeply moving love story. Your expert guide will explain its history, architecture and symbolism and assist you in discovering some of the most rewarding photographic viewpoints. Return to the hotel after the visit and enjoy breakfast.
Marble Inlay Art Demonstration Discover the traditional marble inlay craftsmanship associated with the decoration of the Taj Mahal. Meet local artisans and observe how delicate semiprecious stones are cut, shaped and set into marble by hand. The demonstration is optional, and there is no obligation to purchase anything.
Explore the impressive Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former residence of the Mughal emperors. Walk through its palaces, courtyards, audience halls and fortified gateways while your guide brings the history of the Mughal dynasty to life. From parts of the fort, admire distant views of the Taj Mahal across the Yamuna River.
Premium 5★ Buffet Lunch at Hotel Courtyard by Marriott - Agra Enjoy an extensive buffet lunch at the renowned MOMO Café at Courtyard by Marriott Agra. Savour an impressive selection of Indian and international cuisine, freshly prepared by experienced chefs in elegant surroundings.
Zardozi Embroidery Demonstration Visit a traditional artisan workshop to witness the exquisite art of Zardozi embroidery. Learn how skilled craftsmen create intricate gold and silver thread embroidery once reserved for Mughal royalty. This educational visit is conducted without any obligation to purchase.
Visit the Baby Taj (Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb) Explore the elegant Baby Taj, often called the "Jewel Box of Agra" and widely regarded as the architectural inspiration for the Taj Mahal. Admire its delicate marble lattice screens, colorful semi-precious stone inlay, and beautifully landscaped Persian gardens.
Mehtab Bagh – Taj Mahal Sunset View Conclude the day at Mehtab Bagh, the riverside garden situated opposite the Taj Mahal. From this peaceful viewpoint across the Yamuna River, admire the changing colors of the monument and surrounding sky near sunset. It is an excellent location for panoramic photographs and a memorable conclusion to your day in Agra. Return to your hotel after sightseeing.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch
Overnight: Overnight in Agra: 5 star - Hotel Jaypee Palace or similar / 4 star - Grand Mercure or similar
3DRIVE TO DELHI – FLIGHT TO SELECTED PORT CITY – CRUISE PORT DROP-OFF⌄
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and meet your chauffeur for the private drive to Delhi Airport. The departure time will be planned according to your confirmed flight, recommended airport reporting time, traffic conditions and onward cruise arrangements. On arrival at the airport, board your scheduled commercial flight to the selected destination city. After landing, meet the local representative or driver and continue by private vehicle to the designated cruise port or other confirmed drop-off point. The tour concludes upon arrival at the agreed destination.
Meals: Breakfast
What's included
- ✓Golf cart ride to / from Taj Mahal parking.
- ✓Complimentary bottled mineral water throughout the tour.
- ✓Entrance fees to the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Baby Taj and Mehtab Bagh.
- ✓Private tour exclusively for your group.
- ✓Private expert local guide for Agra sightseeing (multi-lingual on request).
- ✓Return scheduled domestic flights in economy class.
- ✓Two nights’ hotel accommodation in Agra with daily breakfast.
- ✓Private cruise-port and airport transfers as per the confirmed itinerary.
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Premium 5-Star Buffet Lunch at MoMo Café, Courtyard by Marriott Agra on Day 2.
- ✓Private air-conditioned premium vehicle with a professional chauffeur.
- ✓All parking, tolls, fuel charges, and taxes — no hidden costs.
Not included
- ✕Excess airline baggage, seat-selection and amendment charges.
- ✕Food and drinks, unless specified
Good to know
Starts: Goa Cruise Port Chennai Cruise Port Mangalore (Mangaluru) Cruise Port Mumbai Cruise Port Kochi (Cochin) Cruise Port
Ends: Goa Cruise Port Chennai Cruise Port Mangalore (Mangaluru) Cruise Port Mumbai Cruise Port Kochi (Cochin) Cruise Port
Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
- Comfortable, modest clothing and supportive walking shoes are recommended.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A valid passport is required for all travelers.
- Christmas and New Year compulsory hotel gala dinner supplements are not included and will be charged extra.
- Taj Mahal sunrise and Mehtab Bagh sunset visit is subject to clear weather conditions.
- The order of sightseeing may change without reducing the principal included experiences.
- Transfer durations are approximate and depend on traffic and road conditions.
- Flight times are subject to airline changes.
- Large or excessive luggage may require a vehicle upgrade.
- Guests should maintain suitable travel and medical insurance.
- Infants and children must be included in the booking.
- Any requested change remains subject to availability and may involve additional charges.
- Artisan demonstrations are completely optional. Guests preferring a shopping-free tour may ask the guide to omit these visits without affecting the principal sightseeing programme.
- Typical vehicle allocation: 1–4 travelers: air-conditioned SUV or MPV 5 or more travelers: air-conditioned minivan
- Domestic flights are scheduled commercial services and not private charter flights.
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