Day 2: Agra – Taj Mahal Sunrise, Agra Fort – Drive to Jaipur (240 km / ~4.5 hrs)

Taj Mahal (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

• Commissioned by: Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1631
• Built in memory of: Mumtaz Mahal, his beloved wife who died during childbirth
• Completion Year: 1653
• Architecture: A symbol of eternal love, the Taj is an exquisite example of Mughal architecture combining Persian, Islamic, and Indian styles. Built using white Makrana marble, it features intricate pietra dura (inlay) work with semi-precious stones.
• Interesting Fact: Over 20,000 artisans and workers contributed to its construction.
• After sightseeing, you would be taken back to the hotel for breakfast.

• You’ll also visit a local marble inlay workshop, where skilled artisans demonstrate the intricate technique of inlaying semi-precious stones into marble – a unique craft that originated with the Taj Mahal. ( optional)

• Note – TAJ MAHAL closed on friday

Agra Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

• Commissioned by: Emperor Akbar in 1565
• Significance: A massive red sandstone fortress and the former royal residence of the Mughal emperors until the capital shifted to Delhi.
• Architecture: Contains several palaces, mosques, and audience halls such as the Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas, Jahangir Palace, and Sheesh Mahal. Shah Jahan was imprisoned here by his son Aurangzeb, and he spent his last days gazing at the Taj Mahal.

Mehtab Bagh (Optional sunset visit)

• Built by: Emperor Babur as the last in a series of 11 Mughal gardens along the Yamuna
• Significance: Offers a picturesque view of the Taj Mahal across the river, especially at sunset. The site was aligned with the Taj for perfect visual symmetry.

Day 3: Jaipur Sightseeing – Return to Delhi or End Tour in Jaipur

Amber Fort (Amer Fort) – (UNESCO Tentative List)

• Built by: Raja Man Singh I in 1592, later expanded by Jai Singh I
• Significance: A majestic fort-palace that served as the capital before Jaipur was built. Located on a hilltop overlooking Maota Lake.
• Architecture: A blend of Rajput and Mughal styles with large ramparts, cobbled paths, and beautiful halls like Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace), Ganesh Pol, and Diwan-i-Aam.

Jal Mahal (Photo Stop)

• Meaning: “Water Palace”
• Built by: Maharaja Madho Singh I in the 18th century
• Significance: Located in the middle of Man Sagar Lake, it was used as a lodge for royal duck hunting. Only the top floor is visible above water; the rest is submerged.
• Architecture: A fusion of Rajput and Mughal design, with chhatris (dome-shaped pavilions) adorning the corners.

• Experience Jaipur’s artistic heritage with a guided block-printing workshop, where you’ll learn from local artisans and create your own printed fabric as a souvenir.
• Jaipur is also known as the capital of gemstone cutting and polishing, especially emeralds, once favored by Mughal royalty. The tradition of gemstone engraving and mythology around each stone still thrives in this imperial city. ( optional)

City Palace

• Commissioned by: Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II (founder of Jaipur) in 1727
• Significance: Still home to the Jaipur royal family, it is a large complex with courtyards, gardens, temples, and museums.
• Highlights: Mubarak Mahal (textile museum), Chandra Mahal (royal residence), Peacock Gate, and Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audience).

Jantar Mantar (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

• Built by: Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1734
• Significance: One of five astronomical observatories built by Jai Singh. The Jaipur one is the largest and best-preserved.
• Highlights: Features 19 architectural instruments used to observe astronomical positions. The Samrat Yantra (sundial) is the largest in the world and accurate to 2 seconds.

Hawa Mahal (Photo Stop)

• Meaning: “Palace of Winds”
• Built by: Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799
• Purpose: Designed for royal women to observe street festivals while remaining unseen.
• Architecture: A unique five-story façade with 953 intricately latticed jharokhas (windows), resembling a honeycomb structure. Made from pink sandstone, it’s an icon of Jaipur.

After finish journey Options:

• Return journey to Delhi (hotel/airport)
  OR
• Drop-off at Jaipur hotel or airport if you’re continuing elsewhere