Delhi to Agra: Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Day Trip by Fast Train

Summary

Fast train to Agra for Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Baby Taj plus lunch

You’ll catch an early fast train from Delhi with hotel pickup, meet your local guide in Agra for deep dives into the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, then savor lunch at a top hotel before exploring Baby Taj and Mehtab Bagh if you want. It’s a full day with moments that stick with you long after you’re back in Delhi.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I was a little nervous about catching the Gatimaan Express so early from Delhi. Our driver showed up right on time—still dark out, air a bit chilly—and made sure we got to Nizammuddin station without any drama. The train itself was actually kind of fun (I never thought I’d say that about a train at 8am). There’s this low hum and the smell of chai floating around as people settle in. We reached Agra before I’d even finished my second cup.

Our guide, Ajay, found us right outside the train coach—he waved like he’d known us forever. First stop: the Taj Mahal. I’ve seen it in photos my whole life but standing there… it’s different. The marble felt cool under my hand and there was this faint scent of wet earth from last night’s rain. Ajay told us stories about Shah Jahan and Mumtaz that made it all feel less like a postcard and more like someone’s heartbreak. We wandered for ages—I kept losing track of time just staring at those arches.

Afterwards, Agra Fort was louder—kids running around courtyards, echoes bouncing off red stone walls. You can see the Taj from one of the balconies if you squint through the haze. Lunch came next (I picked too much naan, no regrets) in a fancy hotel where everything smelled faintly floral and clean. Then we checked out Itmad-Ud-Daulah—the “Baby Taj”—which is smaller but covered in these delicate carvings you have to lean in close to really see. Mehtab Bagh was optional but honestly, if you like quiet river views and another angle on the Taj Mahal, it’s worth it.

The day zipped by faster than I expected. Back on the train at dusk—tired but happy—I watched fields blur past and tried to remember every detail before we hit Delhi again. Still not sure how they managed to pack so much into one day without making it feel rushed. Maybe it was Ajay’s jokes or just that feeling of being looked after all day long—you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Delhi to Agra and sightseeing

• Pickup from Delhi/NCR location
• Drive to Nizammuddin Railway Station
• Board Gatimaan Express train to Agra
• Arrive at Agra Railway Station
• Meet guide at Agra station
• Visit Taj Mahal for 3 hours
• Explore Agra Fort for 1 hour
• Have lunch at 5-star hotel
• Visit Itimad-Ud-Daulah (Baby Taj)
• Visit Mehtab Bagh (optional)
• Return to Agra Railway Station
• Board train back to Delhi
• Arrive at Delhi Railway Station
• Drive to desired Delhi/NCR location

Top questions

How long is the day trip from Delhi to Agra by Gatimaan Express?

The tour starts with pickup between 6–7am in Delhi and returns around 7:30pm.

Is hotel pickup included for this Taj Mahal & Agra tour?

Yes, pickup is included from hotels or airport in Delhi/NCR areas.

What sites are visited during this day trip?

You visit the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daulah (Baby Taj), and optionally Mehtab Bagh.

Is lunch provided on this tour?

Yes, lunch at a 5-star hotel in Agra is included if you choose that option.

Are entrance fees covered?

Monument entrance fees are included when you select that upgrade.

Is there a guide during the tour in Agra?

A live local guide meets you at Agra station and accompanies you throughout sightseeing.

Can infants or wheelchair users join this tour?

The tour is suitable for infants (with seats available) and is wheelchair accessible.

Do I need to arrange my own transport between stations?

No, all transfers between hotels/stations/attractions are included with an air-conditioned car in Agra.

What’s included

Your day includes morning pickup from your hotel or airport in Delhi NCR, round-trip tickets on the Gatimaan Express with meals onboard, all monument entrance fees (if selected), guided sightseeing by car in Agra covering the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Baby Taj, an optional stop at Mehtab Bagh for sunset views across the Yamuna River, lunch at a 5-star hotel if chosen, plus drop-off back at your preferred location in Delhi by evening.