Private Taj Mahal & Agra Fort tour from Delhi with sunrise

Three Mughal monuments in one day, starting before dawn

A private tour from Delhi to Agra with a local guide, covering the Taj Mahal at sunrise, Agra Fort, and the Itmad-Ud-Daulah tomb. Hotel or airport pickup is included, along with a private air-conditioned car and a guide who speaks your language. Monument tickets are included in the Chauffeur with Guide + Tickets option. The All Inclusive Package adds meals. The tour runs 12 hours and closes every Friday when the Taj Mahal is shut.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Taj Mahal3h · entry included
2. Agra Fort1h · entry included
3. Tomb of I'timad-ud-Daulah1h · entry included

Explore Taj Mahal and Agra Fort

• Pick up from Delhi early morning
• Meet guide near Taj Mahal
• Visit Taj Mahal at sunrise
• Explore Agra Fort
• Enjoy local cuisine break
• Visit Itmad-Ud-Daulah Tomb
• Return to Delhi by private car
• Stop to pick up complimentary postcards

The experience

The driver picks you up from your Delhi hotel or airport at 2:30 AM for the sunrise tour, giving you time to reach Agra before the light breaks. You meet your guide just two minutes from the Taj Mahal entrance, where there's a restroom before you step inside. The monument itself (built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1630 for his wife) sits in soft morning light at that hour, and your guide walks you through the marble work and the story behind it. The early start is what keeps the crowds thin and the photography clean.

After the Taj Mahal, the guide takes you to Agra Fort, built in 1565 by Emperor Akbar. It's a fortress-palace of red sandstone and marble, showing the scale of Mughal power in a way photographs don't quite capture. You'll have time to walk the courtyards and chambers before breaking for lunch: your guide recommends local restaurants where you can eat what Agra actually cooks, not what tourists expect. The Itmad-Ud-Daulah tomb comes next, a smaller marble structure on the Yamuna River's banks and the first Mughal building made entirely of marble. The pietra dura inlay work (semi-precious stones cut and fitted into patterns) covers the walls, and the scale is intimate compared to the Taj Mahal's grandeur.

The private car and driver mean no shared stops, no waiting for other groups, and no negotiating transport between sites. Bottled water travels with you. If you book the All Inclusive option, meals are arranged. If you choose Chauffeur with Guide + Tickets, monument entry is covered and your guide handles the logistics at each gate. The return drive to Delhi takes the afternoon, and you can pick up complimentary postcards at the office before heading back. The whole day is 12 hours from pickup to drop-off.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned car with driver.
• hotel or airport pickup and drop-off from Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, or Faridabad.
• local professional guide in English, Spanish, Italian, French or other languages.
• bottled mineral water during the journey.
• all taxes, fees, fuel surcharge and GST.
• monument tickets (Chauffeur with Guide + Tickets and All Inclusive options only).
• meals (All Inclusive Package only).

Options for this experience

3 options

Chauffeur and guide onlyGuide in 8 languages · 9 departure times: the first at 02:30, the last at 10:00Covers a private car with chauffeur and a government-approved tour guide. Monument entrance tickets and meals are not included. Pickup is included.

Chauffeur, guide, and ticketsGuide in 8 languages · 9 departure times: the first at 02:30, the last at 10:00Includes a private car with chauffeur, a government-approved tour guide, and monument entrance tickets. Meals are not included. Pickup is included.

All Inclusive PackageGuide in 8 languages · 9 departure times: the first at 02:30, the last at 10:00Includes a private car with chauffeur, a government-approved tour guide, monument entrance tickets, and meals during the tour. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Friday9 departure times: the first at 02:30, the last at 10:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (14 and older) · Child (under 14)

GroupPrivate

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

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

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

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 14).

What time do I need to wake up for the sunrise tour from Delhi?

The driver picks you up at 2:30 AM from your hotel or airport so you reach the Taj Mahal before sunrise. You meet your guide two minutes from the entrance, where there's a restroom available before the tour begins.

Does the tour price include entry to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort?

Monument tickets are included if you book the Chauffeur with Guide + Tickets option or the All Inclusive Package. The Chauffeur with Guide Only option does not include entry fees, which you'd pay separately at each site.

What is the Itmad-Ud-Daulah tomb and why is it called the Baby Taj?

The Itmad-Ud-Daulah is a marble mausoleum built on the Yamuna River's banks and was the first Mughal structure made entirely of marble. It's smaller and more delicate than the Taj Mahal, with intricate pietra dura inlay work: semi-precious stones fitted into geometric and floral patterns across the walls.

Can I customize the tour or change the pickup time?

The sunrise departure at 2:30 AM is the standard for this tour. You can customize the itinerary after booking by contacting the operator, and you can request pickup from any hotel or airport in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, or Faridabad.

Is lunch included, and what kind of food will I eat?

Lunch is included only in the All Inclusive Package option. Your guide recommends local Agra restaurants where you can eat authentic regional cuisine. If you book another option, your guide will still suggest places to eat during the break, but you pay separately.

When is the Taj Mahal closed, and can I visit on any day?

The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday, so this tour does not operate on Fridays. You'll need to choose a different day of the week for your visit.