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Overnight Luxury Agra Tour with Fatehpur Sikri

Delhi, Agra with Fatehpur Sikri 2 Days / 1 Night Private car & driver
Overnight Luxury Agra Tour with Fatehpur Sikri Historic Mughal gateway with red sandstone arches in Agra Sunrise over the white marble dome and reflecting pool of the Taj Mahal in Agra, India Historic red sandstone entrance and walls of Agra Fort with visitors Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah
  • 2 Days / 1 NightDuration
  • Private car throughoutTransport
  • Private tourOnly your group
  • DelhiStarts

Overview

This 2-day Agra tour from Delhi gives the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort a full first day, with an overnight stay in Agra, then a half-day excursion to Fatehpur Sikri, about 40 km away, before the return drive to Delhi. Travel is by private car throughout.

A single day in Agra is enough to see the Taj Mahal, but it rarely leaves room for Fatehpur Sikri — the abandoned red sandstone capital that Emperor Akbar built and then left behind within a few decades. This 2 day Agra tour with Fatehpur Sikri adds an overnight stay, giving the first day over to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort at a comfortable pace, and the second to a half-day excursion to Fatehpur Sikri before the journey home.

It suits travellers planning an Agra tour package from Delhi who would rather see fewer places well than cram everything into a single long day.

Trip highlights

  • A full, unrushed dayThe Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, without the pressure of a same-day return drive to Delhi.
  • An overnight stay in AgraBreaking this 2 day tour into two manageable days rather than one long one.
  • Fatehpur SikriA half-day excursion, roughly 40 km from Agra, to the fortified city Akbar built as his capital in the late 16th century.
  • The Buland DarwazaAt around 54 metres, one of the tallest gateways in the world, built to commemorate Akbar's victory over Gujarat.
  • The Jama Masjid complex and Sheikh Salim Chishti's tombA white marble tomb whose blessing is said to have led to the birth of Akbar's son.
  • The palace complexThe Panch Mahal, Diwan-i-Khas, Diwan-i-Am and Jodha Bai's Palace — a rare, still-intact Mughal royal city rather than a ruin.

Tour at a glance

Duration:
2 Days / 1 Night
Best For:
Leisure travelers wanting sunset and sunrise views without rushing.
Inclusions:
5-star luxury hotel stay, all meals, private vehicle, guided tours of Agra and Fatehpur Sikri.
Key Highlights:
Sunset view from Mehtab Bagh, early morning sunrise tour, and optional shopping for marble inlay handicrafts.

Day-by-day itinerary

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Day 1New Delhi to Agra - 08:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Luxury Pick-up & Scenic Expressway Drive

Your private chauffeur meets you at your Delhi hotel or Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in a luxury vehicle equipped with bottled water, snacks, Wi-Fi, and plush leather seating. Travel smoothly via the 6-lane Yamuna Expressway directly to Agra.

  • 3–4 hrs
1
Day 111:30 AM – 01:00 PM | Hotel Check-in & Freshening Up

Arrive in Agra and proceed to The Oberoi Amarvilas. Experience a traditional Indian welcome with fresh garlands and a chilled signature beverage. Check into your private suite overlooking the Taj Mahal and take time to relax.

1
Day 101:00 PM – 02:30 PM | Fine Dining Lunch

Savor an exquisite multi-course Mughlai meal or contemporary international cuisine at Bellevue or Esphahan inside The Oberoi Amarvilas.

1
Day 102:45 PM – 04:30 PM | Private Guided Tour of Agra Fort

Meet your private ASI-licensed historian guide in the lobby. Board your chauffeur-driven car to explore Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built of red sandstone.

Highlights: Tour the Diwan-i-Aam (Hall of Public Audience), Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audience), Jahangiri Mahal, and Musamman Burj—the octagonal marble tower where Emperor Shah Jahan spent his final years looking out at the Taj Mahal.

1
Day 104:45 PM – 06:15 PM | Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daula & Mehtab Bagh Sunset

  • Itimad-ud-Daula (Baby Taj): Visit this marble tomb decorated with intricate pietra dura inlay work.

  • Mehtab Bagh: End your afternoon across the Yamuna River in the Moonlight Gardens for a peaceful sunset view of the Taj Mahal without the crowds.

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Day 007:30 PM | Royal Dinner & Overnight Stay

Enjoy fine dining accompanied by live classical sitar music. Overnight stay in Agra.

2
Day 2Sunrise at the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri & Return to Delhi | 05:45 AM – 08:30 AM | VIP Sunrise Experience at the Taj Mahal

  • 05:45 AM: Depart the hotel via golf cart (direct access zone).

  • 06:00 AM – 08:00 AM: Enter through the VIP express gate at dawn. Watch the early morning light illuminate the white marble mausoleum in shades of pink, soft gold, and ivory. Your guide will navigate the complex, sharing the history of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal while helping capture curated photographs.

2
Day 208:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Leisurely Hotel Breakfast & Check-Out

Return to the hotel for a luxury champagne breakfast buffet overlooking the gardens. Complete check-out procedures before departing.

2
Day 210:30 AM – 01:30 PM | Excursion to Fatehpur Sikri ("The Ghost City")

Drive 40 km west (approx. 1 hour) in your private AC vehicle to Fatehpur Sikri, the 16th-century imperial city built by Emperor Akbar and later abandoned due to water scarcity.

  • Buland Darwaza: Walk through the 54-meter-tall "Gate of Victory", the highest gateway in the world.

  • Jami Masjid & Tomb of Salim Chishti: Step inside the grand mosque complex to admire the white marble shrine of Sufi saint Salim Chishti, featuring carved marble jali (lattice) screens.

  • Palace Complex: Tour the Panch Mahal (5-tiered palace), Diwan-i-Khas with its single carved pillar, and Birbal's Palace.

2
Day 201:30 PM – 02:45 PM | Heritage Lunch

Enjoy a relaxed lunch at a curated heritage retreat near Fatehpur Sikri or during your return journey toward Agra/Delhi.

2
Day 203:00 PM – 06:30 PM | Private Drive back to New Delhi

Relax on your private transfer back to Delhi. Your driver will drop you off at your Delhi hotel or directly at International Terminal 3 at Delhi Airport (DEL) for your onward flight.

What's included

Included

  • Private air-conditioned car with experienced driver
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide
  • Breakfasts at Hotels
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Delhi
  • Overnight stay in Agra
  • Bottled water during travel

Not included

  • Monument entrance tickets
  • Personal expenses like tips, shopping, or meals not mentioned.
  • Optional activities not included in the itinerary.

Exact inclusions and exclusions can vary by season and operator. Please confirm the final inclusions and exclusions with your travel consultant before booking.

Questions about this tour

Why add an overnight stay instead of doing Agra and Fatehpur Sikri in one long day?

Splitting the trip over two days removes the pressure of a single marathon day of driving and sightseeing, and makes room for Fatehpur Sikri, which a same-day Taj Mahal tour usually can't fit in.

How far is Fatehpur Sikri from Agra?

About 37 to 40 km, roughly an hour's drive.

What are the main sights inside Fatehpur Sikri?

The Buland Darwaza gateway, the Jama Masjid and the tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti, and the royal complex including the Panch Mahal, Diwan-i-Khas, Diwan-i-Am and Jodha Bai's Palace.

Is this 2 day Agra tour suitable for history-focused travellers?

Yes — the additional day is aimed specifically at travellers who want to go beyond the Taj Mahal and see more of Agra's Mughal history in depth.

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