Duration : 3 Nights - 4 Days (Agra 2Nights - Bharatpur 1Nights)
About Agra : The glorious city of Agra is one of the most-visited tourist destinations in India given the fact, it is home to the popular Taj Mahal. Agra is a city offering a discovery of the beautiful era.
Agra has a rich history, reflected in its numerous monuments dotted in and around the city. The earliest citation for Agra comes from the mythological era, where the epic Mahabharata refer Agra as ‘Agravana’ meaning paradise in Sanskrit. ‘Ptolemy’, the famous second century A.D. geographer, was the first person who referred Agra with its modern name. The Modern Agra was founded by Sikandar Lodi, ruler of Lodi dynasty in 16th century. It was when Shah Jahan descended the Mughal throne that Agra reached the zenith of architectural beauty.
The city lies in the Western part of Uttar Pradesh on the bank of River Yamuna. Though the wonderful allure of the Taj Mahal attracts people from around the world over to Agra, it is not a standalone attraction. The city offers a trail of fascinating tombs and mausoleums to explore. Acclaimed for its lavish crafts like Pietra Dura (marble inlay) work, rugs and leather goods, and the luscious Petha, Agra equally caters well to shopaholics and foodies.
About Bharatpur : 'Bharatpur Birding Paradise'
Bharatpur Sanctuary, a bird watcher's paradise, is known for Keoladeo Ghana National Park and Band Baretha wildlife reserve.
Also known as the ‘Eastern Gateway of Rajasthan’, Bharatpur was established by Maharaja Suraj Mal in the year 1733. It was the erstwhile region of Jat Maharajas and was situated in Mewat region. The royal family of Bharatpur traces its history to the 11th century A.D. Lohagarh is another name given to the town of Bharatpur.
Meet & Greet on arrival at Delhi Railway Station / Airport & transfer to historical and romantic city - Agra. Enroute visit Sikandara - the mausoleum of Emperor Akbar. On arrival check-in to your hotel. Afternoon visit Agra Fort & The world famous Taj Mahal - the most precious gift of love built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his loving wife Mumtaz and Also visit the Marble inlay making factories to see traditional workers making amazing marble crafts. Overnight stay at Agra.
After breakfast visit Agra Fort & proceed Fatehpur Sikri - once the capital of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Also visit the Buland Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world. Overnight stay at Agra.
After breakfast transfer to Bharatpur. On arrival check-in to your hotel. Later visit The Lohagarh Fort, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Laxman Mandir, Ganga Mandir Marg and Deeg. Overnight stay at Bharatpur.
After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to Delhi Railway Station / Airport for your onward journey.