Taj Mahal Tour Packages

Taj Mahal Holiday Packages

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Tour Packages to Taj Mahal

From the banks of the Yamuna River, the Taj Mahal like a dream castle. It is India's most well-known landmark and one of the world's Seven Wonders. The building, which dates from 1632, is actually a tomb that houses the body of Mumtaz Mahal, the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan's wife. It was erected as a tribute to his love for her. It's built of marble and took 22 years and 20 000 people to build. The Taj Mahal's extraordinary detail simply has to be seen to be appreciated; words cannot do it justice.

Taj Mahal Tours

The Taj Mahal, the most popular tourist attraction in Agra, is the most visited monument. The Taj Mahal, which has its roots in the Mughal era's history, is Agra's most spontaneous attraction. The Golden Triangle is made up of Agra, Delhi, and Jaipur, displaying the liveliness of the places and making it a popular holiday destination! If you wish to spend quality time with your family or spouse in the heart of Agra, surrounded by the white marble monument with amazing architecture, book one of Swastik Holiday's many exclusive Taj Mahal packages.

Location

Agra is located in Uttar Pradesh, around 200 kilometres (125 miles) south of Delhi. It's part of the well-known Golden Triangle Tourist destination in India. Explore our travel packages to Taj Mahal at Swastik Holiday.

When to Go

From November to February is the greatest season to visit; otherwise, it can be too hot or too rainy. However, you'll be able to snag some fantastic off-season deals.

The Taj Mahal appears to change colour as the light changes throughout the day. Getting up early and spending the morning there is certainly worth the effort, as it is magnificently revealed. Visiting early in the morning will also allow you to avoid the massive throngs that begin to arrive later in the morning.

Getting There

A day trip from Delhi can take you to the Taj Mahal. Rail connections between Agra and other cities are excellent. High-speed Shatabdi Express trains run between Delhi and Varanasi, as well as cities in Rajasthan.

The Yamuna Expressway, which opened in August 2012, has cut the time it takes to travel from Delhi to Agra by car to under three hours. It begins in Noida and costs 415 rupees per car for a one-way journey (665 rupees round trip). More information on hiring a car and driver can be found here.

If taking the train is not an option, the bus is a suitable alternative. Every hour during the day, comfortable, air-conditioned Volvo buses depart from New Delhi's Anand Vihar terminal. The cost per person is approximately 700 rupees. The buses travel along the Yamuna Expressway and make a 30-minute halt at Vaango Restaurant for a snack and potty break (the toilets are clean).

You can also fly from a large Indian city or take a tour from Delhi.

Opening Hours of Taj Mahal

Every day, except Friday (closed), the Taj Mahal opens 30 minutes before sunrise and closes 30 minutes before sunset, usually about 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Every full moon, from 8.30 p.m. to 12.30 a.m., as well as two days before and two days after the full moon, the Taj Mahal is open for night viewing (a total of five days). Every year, during the holy month of Ramadan, night watching is prohibited.

Entry Fees and Information

The cost of a ticket is 1,100 rupees for foreigners and 50 rupees for Indians. Children under the age of 15 are admitted for free. Tickets are available at ticket booths near the entrance gates and online at this website. (Please note that tickets for the Taj Mahal are no longer available at Agra Fort or other sites, and there is only a little discount if you visit many monuments on the same day.

The foreigner's ticket includes shoe covers, a bottle of water, an Agra tourist map, and transportation to the entry gate by bus or golf cart. It also gives ticket holders the opportunity to enter the Taj Mahal ahead of any Indian ticket holders who are currently in line.

For a half-hour admission, visitors pay 750 rupees while Indians pay 510 rupees for Night Viewing tickets. Children between the ages of three and fifteen must pay 500 rupees. These tickets must be obtained one day in advance at the Archaeological Survey of India office on Mall Road between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Due to pollution, vehicles are not permitted within 500 metres of the Taj Mahal. South, East, and West are the three entrance gates.

The main gate through which the bulk of local Indian visitors enter is the West gate, which has the longest line-ups throughout the day. It is, however, the preferable alternative at morning to avoid the East entrance congestion.

Foreign tourists prefer the East entrance because it is closest to a number of well-known hotels. Except at sunrise, when huge groups like to arrive, it normally has shorter lines. It's still the finest entry point if you buy your ticket the day before. For individuals who are unable or unwilling to walk, buses, golf carts, and bike rickshaws are available.

The South gate is the one that gets the least amount of traffic. It is liked by budget and independent visitors since it is adjacent to a bustling market area where many of the cheap hotels are located. It does not, however, open until 8 a.m. The inner compound is accessed through a massive sandstone doorway.

Foreigners have their own ticket desks at both the East and West gates.

Security at the Taj Mahal

At the Taj Mahal, strict security is in place, with checkpoints at the entrances. You will have your bag inspected and searched. Inside, large bags and day packs are not permitted. Only small bags with necessary supplies are allowed. Per person, this includes a cell phone, a camera, and a water bottle. Edibles, tobacco products, lighters, electrical equipment (such as phone chargers, headphones, iPads, and torches), knives, and photo tripods are not permitted within. During night viewing sessions, cell phones are also prohibited, while cameras are permitted. At the entry gates, there are luggage storage facilities.

Guides and Audio Guides

If you wish to gaze at the Taj Mahal without the distraction of a tour guide, AudioCompass, a government-approved company, offers a low-cost official Taj Mahal audio guide on its cell phone app. It's available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Japanese, among other foreign and Indian languages.

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See the Taj Mahal Without Going Inside

You can get a magnificent view of the Taj from across the river bank if you don't want to pay the high admission fee or fight the throng. This is a great place to see the sunset. Mehtab Bagh, a 25-acre Mughal garden complex just across from the monument, is one of them. Foreigners pay 250 rupees, while Indians pay 20 rupees, and the park is open until sunset. Unfortunately, to prevent tourists from strolling along the river, an unattractive barbed wire fence has been erected across it.

A row boat can be rented and used on the river. Follow the route that runs along the Taj Mahal's eastern wall to the riverbank temple, where you'll find boatmen.

On the Taj Mahal's eastern side, there's also a little-known abandoned watchtower over a sandy area. It's an excellent spot for a spectacular sunset view of the monument. From the East Gate, head east and take the first right at the fork in the road. To enter, you must pay the official fee of 50 rupees.

Cleaning of the Taj Mahal's Exterior

In 2018, the Taj Mahal underwent its first full cleaning to eliminate pollution-induced yellow discolouration and restore the marble to its original bright white tone. A natural clay paste was put to the monument's façade to achieve this. The main dome's clay packing will continue, and it will be done in sections, beginning at the front of the monument.

Festivals

Every year, from February 18 to 27, the Taj Mahotsav takes held in Shilpgram, Agra, near the Taj Mahal. The event focuses on arts and crafts, Indian culture, and re-enacting the Mughal era. It begins with a magnificent procession with elephants, camels, and drummers. There are camel rides available, as well as games for the youngsters and a food fair. The location is significant because it is thought to be where the artisans who built the Taj Mahal originally resided.

Life is short, and the world is vast, as the saying goes. So why not take advantage of the opportunity to travel, even if just for a short time? You may have a restricted amount of time and energy at times. Even so, with Taj Mahal Tour, you may appreciate the beauty of travel.

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