Private Tour Of The Tombs Of Agra
Long before the Taj Mahal was built, Agra boasted of two beautiful tombs – the imposing red tomb of Emperor Akbar (which he himself commissioned and laid out), and the dainty white tomb of Itmad-ud-daulah (commissioned by his daughter the Empress Noor Jehan). On your private half day tour, you will visit both of these sites and learn about their fascinating story.
Highlights • Mausoleum of Akbar • Mausoleum of Itmad-ud-daulah • Learn the history of Mughal Emperor Akbar, Noor Jehan and Ghiyath Beg
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1-8 Travelers
Price per person for 1-8 travelers
Pickup included
What's included in Private Tour Of The Tombs Of Agra
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Tomb of Akbar the Great
You will be picked up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and drive to the Cantonment area in the outskirts of Agra. Upon arrival, meet your local English speaking guide and visit the Mausoleum of Akbar the Great (1542-1605). A visionary leader, Akbar ruled over a vast terrain and is one of the most well known and admired of the Mughal emperors. During Akbar’s long reign of over 50 years, the Mughal empire grew in strength, eventually encompassing nearly all of northern Hindustan. His reign was marked by agricultural and land reforms, improved taxation systems, and a spirit of religious tolerance. Akbar’s tomb at Sikandra, on the outskirts of Agra, houses his mortal remains. Designed by Akbar himself, and completed within his lifetime, it was modified later by his son Jahangir who augmented it by building a marble portion on the top.
Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah
Your tour will then take you to the the Mausoleum of Itmad-ud-daulah, also known as the “Baby Taj”. Your guide will give you the history of Akbar’s son Jahangir. He was fond of opiates, and spent the second half of his life in a stupor. His queen Noor Jehan (which means Light of the World) was a beautiful, talented and strong woman. Akbar gave him the title Itmad-ud-daulah (which means Pillar of the State). Itmad-ud-daulah’s tomb is a tribute to Noor Jehan’s refined sensibilities. Built fully in white marble, it has some of the prettiest inlay work in all of Agra. It is the first example of outstanding pietra dura in Agra, showing a marked deviation from the robust and masculine style of Akbar. It was this new style that would later manifest itself in the Taj Mahal. After your tour ends, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Agra city center in an air-conditioned. vehicle.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person per day
- English Speaking Guide.
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Pickup reconfirmation is required upon booking.
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.
Meeting / End Points
- We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
