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A scenic half-day drive through the colorful countryside brings you from the bustling capital to historic Agra. Upon arrival, check in to your choice of hotel: The comfortable and modern Radisson, the 5-star ITC Mughal Hotel or the lavish Oberoi Amarvilas. Take some time to relax and refresh. Early this evening, your private car, driver and guide will be waiting to show you one of the world’s most celebrated monuments, the one-and-only Taj Mahal. Hear the moving love story behinds its construction centuries ago and marvel at the shifting hues of its pearly white, marble façade as the sun dips toward the horizon. Before returning to your hotel, you’ll also have a chance to observe skilled artisans at work at a local marble-inlay workshop. If you wish, you can even try your hand at this ancient craft!

Arise early this morning for a second visit to the Taj Mahal, an unforgettable spectacle as the sun casts its first golden rays upon the iridescent marble of this beloved monument. Return to your hotel for breakfast and then visit the Agra Fort. This remarkable achievement of Indo-Persian design and architecture is an impressive hilltop citadel which stretches for nearly 1.5 miles. Explore its fabulous palaces, courtyards and fountains with your personal guide for a fascinating look into the opulence of long-ago court life. Return to your hotel where the rest of your day is free. You can enjoy the fine amenities of your hotel or step out on your own to explore Agra’s bustling streets and markets.  Meals B

After breakfast, your private car and driver will take you back to Delhi.  Meals B