(4) Agra Tourism Packages

Agra Tourism Holiday Packages

A perfect holiday destination can be one which gifts you memories to cherish for a lifetime. Agra is a fantastic holiday spot not only because it houses the Taj Mahal, a world-renowned monument and a symbol of love built by Shah Jahan, but also for its culture, history, food and other masterpieces of Mughal and Persian architecture. From local bazaars brimming with handicrafts, colourful fairs to lush green gardens, this diverse city has more than you can imagine. Both the government and Agra tourism have greatly contributed in preserving the monuments, and making Agra an easy and friendly place for travellers. Backpackers can be seen all over this diverse city, right from exploring sights like Chini Ka Rauza and Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah; purchasing items of marble, brassware, leather, footwear, jewellery and carpets; to attending dazzling fairs such as the Kailash Fair, the Sheetla Fair, and the Urs. The bazaars such as Mughal Bazaar, Sadar Bazaar, Raja Ki Mandi Market and Shah Market are a paradise for shopaholics. So, if by chance you are here, don’t forget to carry home a few souvenirs! Our Agra tourism packages are easy on your pocket and take you to the most prominent places in the city including the world-famous monuments of the Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort. While you will be amazed to see the beauty of this wonderful palace in the morning sunshine, you can again marvel at its splendour on a moonlit evening. This heavenly monument looks as beautiful from close proximity as from a distance. The Agra Fort too will reveal its inner paradise on your visit and you will be dumbfounded to see exquisite constructions of the Mughal period such as Moti Masjid, a white marble mosque; Diwan-E-Aam, Diwan-E-Khaas, Musamman Burj – the death place of Shah Jahan, Jahangir's Palace, Sheesh Mahal and Khaas Mahal. You can enjoy the sightseeing tours as they cover most of the famous places in this distinctive city. Apart, from the tombs, forts, mosques and other mind-boggling monuments and memorials, Agra is also famous for its delicacies. Both new visitors and the residents enjoy the luscious sweet 'Petha' and the salty snack 'Dalmouth'. While you relish them, always remember to carry them home for your loved ones! The Mughals were ardent lovers of nature. Hence, lush green gardens were also a part of their empires. There are several here that you may pay a visit to. Spend your time in Ram Bagh, laid out by the founder of Mughal dynasty, Babur, or Mehtab Bagh, a huge garden to the left of the Yamuna and opposite to the Taj Mahal. The splendid city of Agra also houses many temples such as Mankameshwar Mandir, Rawali, Balkeshwar Mandir, Prithvinath Mandir, Rajeshwar Mandir, Renuka Dham at Runakata, Kailash Mandir etc. You may visit Gurudwaras such as Guru ka Tal Gurudwara, Maithan Gurudwara and Fulatti Hathighat as well as churches like Cathedral St. Peter's, St. Patricks, St. Marry's Pratapura, and St. Paul's Khandari. You can also pay a visit to mosques like Jama Masjid near Bijlighar, Royal Mosque Taj Mahal, Sheikh Salim Chisti Dargah in Fatehpur Sikri. Followers of Jainism can make their way to multiple Jain temples like Digambar Jain temple, Taj Ganj, Tirthadham, Mangalayatan, Sasni, Chintamani Parswanath and Roshan Mohalla. Agra is well connected via rail, taxi, bus and air. Due to its historic sites, you will find many guides hovering around the renowned places and offering their services. With so much to explore, it is hard to stop yourself from travelling constantly in a distinctive city like Agra. And, of course, with those extra miles covered, you need to spend your nights in the most comfortable manner. Therefore, we take you to one of the most sumptuous hotels so that you are revitalized in the best manner. All our packages include breakfast to help you kick-start your exciting day with full vigour. What makes your tour fantastic are not only the places you visit, but also various upcoming events the place offer you. So, if by chance you are visiting Agra around February, you can take advantage of the Taj Mahotsav. It is a famous cultural festival of Agra organized in the vicinity of the Taj Mahal only for ten days in a year. Not only will the festival give you a mesmerising experience of 'Mushairas', a poetic symposium and Ghazal programs, you will also be excited to see the talented singers and dancers performing on stage. So, pack your bags and travel to this historic wonder and gem of a city, Agra, for a fun-filled experience.
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Blog : A Visit to Agra

Agra – The City Of Awe Inspiring Monuments There is no doubt that life today has become very busy. With hectic schedules and strenuous daily life, it has become a need to take short breaks often. Going somewhere away from our place of residence for a short while provides the perfect short break.
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