Taj Mahal sunrise tour from Delhi: Agra Fort and lunch included

See the Taj Mahal at sunrise, when the white marble glows orange in the first light

A same-day tour from Delhi to Agra that departs early to reach the Taj Mahal at sunrise, includes entry to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, a professional guide in your choice of five languages, lunch at a 5-star restaurant, and private air-conditioned car pickup and drop-off. The tour runs 11 to 12 hours and covers three major monuments: the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort (the former Mughal capital), and the Tomb of Itmad ud Daula. A complimentary professional photo on the VIP bench at the Taj Mahal is included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Taj Mahal2h · entry included
2. Agra Fort1h · entry included

Taj Mahal and Agra Fort tour from Delhi

• Pick up from hotel or airport
• Drive to Agra via Express Way
• Visit Taj Mahal at sunrise
• Lunch and rest break
• Visit Agra Fort
• Visit Tomb of Itmad ud Daula (Baby Taj)
• Return to hotel or IGI airport

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Delhi hotel, airport or Gurgaon before dawn. The three-hour drive to Agra in a private air-conditioned car gives you time to rest before arrival. Your guide meets you on the way, and you head straight to the Taj Mahal as the sun rises. The white marble catches the orange rays and glows against the water of the Yamuna River: the moment thousands of travelers plan for. You get a complimentary professional photo taken on the VIP bench, a spot most visitors never reach.

After the Taj Mahal, you have time for lunch at a 5-star restaurant and a break before moving to Agra Fort. Built by Emperor Akbar as the capital of the Mughal empire, the fort held the royal family and later became the prison where Aurangzeb held his father, Shah Jahan. The architecture and history draw visitors who want to understand ancient India beyond the Taj Mahal. Your guide explains the fort's role in Mughal rule and points out the details most travelers miss walking through alone.

The tour also includes the Tomb of Itmad ud Daula, called the Baby Taj for its resemblance to the main monument. It sits nearby and has its own intricate architecture and historical weight. By early evening, you're dropped back at your hotel or the airport, depending on your flight or evening plans. All entry fees, tolls, parking, bottled water and taxes are covered. You bring nothing but yourself.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned car pickup from your Delhi hotel, airport or Gurgaon and return drop-off.
• entry to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
• a professional guide in your choice of five languages.
• lunch at a 5-star restaurant.
• one complimentary professional photo on the VIP bench at the Taj Mahal.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• all monument entry fees, tolls, parking and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day13 departure times: the first at 02:00, the last at 11:00

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (6 and older) · Child (1 to 5 years) · Infant (under 1)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 31 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Moderate physical effortWheelchair accessible

Operated by Perfect Agra Tours

Is this one for you?Book the All Inclusive option if you want entry fees, lunch and the guide bundled into one price with no surprises at the gate or the restaurant. Choose it without the All Inclusive add-on if you prefer to arrange your own lunch or skip it, though entry fees and the guide are still included.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian and Japanese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 5 years); Infant (under 1).

Can I book this tour if I'm arriving at Delhi airport in the morning?

Yes. Pickup is available from Delhi airport, and the tour departs early enough to reach the Taj Mahal at sunrise the same day. You'll need to arrive with enough time to reach the pickup point before the early departure.

Is lunch included in the price?

Lunch at a 5-star restaurant is included in the All Inclusive option. If you book without that option, lunch is not covered and you pay separately at the restaurant.

What is the Tomb of Itmad ud Daula and why is it called the Baby Taj?

The Tomb of Itmad ud Daula is a 17th-century monument built by Mughal empress Nur Jahan for her father. It's called the Baby Taj because its architecture closely resembles the Taj Mahal on a smaller scale, and it sits in the vicinity of the main monument.

How much walking is involved in this tour?

You'll walk through the Taj Mahal grounds, Agra Fort and the Tomb of Itmad ud Daula. The operator notes that travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The tour is wheelchair accessible, though some areas involve uneven terrain.

What time do I need to be ready for pickup?

Pickup happens early in the morning to reach Agra for sunrise. The exact time depends on your location in Delhi, Gurgaon or Noida, and will be confirmed when you book.