Experience the enchanting beauty of the Taj Mahal under the moonlight on a private car tour from Delhi to Agra. Discover the city’s magnificent Mughal heritage, explore the historic Agra Fort, and witness the Taj Mahal during its special night-viewing session on eligible full-moon dates.
1 Day
100
5+
Delhi/NCR
1 Day
100
5+
Delhi/NCR
Discover a different side of India’s most iconic monument with our Moonlight Taj Mahal Tour by Car from Delhi. This special evening experience allows you to admire the Taj Mahal under the moonlight during designated night-viewing sessions arranged by the authorities.
Your journey begins with pickup from your preferred location in Delhi. Travel by private air-conditioned car to Agra, a historic city known for its Mughal architecture, royal monuments, and rich cultural heritage.
On arrival, explore Agra Fort, an impressive red sandstone complex that reflects the power and architectural achievements of the Mughal Empire. Depending on your schedule, you may also visit a local handicraft market or enjoy a relaxing dinner at a restaurant in Agra.
The highlight of your tour is the special night viewing of the Taj Mahal. Reach the designated reporting point at Shilpgram in advance of your confirmed ticket slot and complete the required security checks. During the session, admire the white marble monument illuminated by moonlight from the designated viewing area.
Night viewing is available only on selected dates around the full moon, subject to official schedules and ticket availability. It is a limited-duration viewing experience from a designated distance, rather than a regular visit inside the Taj Mahal complex.
After your scheduled viewing, meet your driver and begin the return journey to Delhi. This tour is ideal for couples, photographers, history enthusiasts, and travelers seeking a memorable evening at one of the world’s most celebrated monuments.
Begin your Moonlight Taj Mahal Tour with pickup from your hotel, residence, airport, railway station, or another agreed location in Delhi.
Meet your driver and start the journey to Agra by private air-conditioned car. The drive generally takes around 3–4 hours, depending on your pickup location, traffic, and road conditions.
The pickup time can be adjusted according to your confirmed night-viewing ticket slot and preferred sightseeing arrangements.
Arrive in Agra and meet your local tour guide, if guide services are included in your package.
Enjoy a short break before beginning your sightseeing. Your driver or guide can help coordinate the day's schedule so you have sufficient time to reach the Taj Mahal night-viewing reporting point.
Visit Agra Fort, a magnificent historic complex featuring red sandstone walls, impressive gateways, royal courtyards, and Mughal-era palaces.
Explore the visitor areas and learn about the rulers who shaped the city's history. The fort also offers views towards the Taj Mahal from designated viewpoints.
Monument entry tickets are included only if confirmed in your selected package. The visit duration may be adjusted to accommodate your night-viewing appointment.
If time permits, explore a local handicraft market known for marble inlay work, textiles, leather goods, and traditional souvenirs.
Alternatively, you may choose another nearby attraction, subject to opening hours and your confirmed schedule. Optional sightseeing is not guaranteed and should not interfere with your night-viewing ticket slot.
Enjoy an early dinner or refreshments at a restaurant in Agra before heading to the designated reporting point.
You can choose from local Indian cuisine or other available dining options. Dinner expenses are payable separately unless included in your selected package.
The break may be shortened or moved depending on the confirmed viewing time and local traffic.
Travel to Shilpgram, near the eastern side of the Taj Mahal, as directed by your night-viewing ticket and the current official visitor instructions.
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled slot to complete security checks and follow the reporting procedure. Carry valid identification and your confirmed ticket.
The exact transfer time depends on your assigned viewing slot. Follow the reporting location and arrival instructions printed on your ticket.
Enjoy the highlight of your tour: a special night-viewing session of the Taj Mahal during the designated full-moon period.
Admire the monument's luminous white marble appearance against the night sky and appreciate its graceful silhouette and architectural symmetry. The viewing experience is limited to the official time slot, so make the most of your permitted session.
Night viewing takes place from a designated viewing area and does not provide the same access as a regular daytime visit inside the Taj Mahal complex.
Entry is subject to official authorization, ticket availability, security procedures, weather, and the applicable schedule.
After your night-viewing session, meet your driver at the agreed pickup point and begin the return journey to Delhi.
The departure time will depend on your assigned viewing slot and the time needed to leave the area. Enjoy a comfortable drive back in your private car, with a refreshment stop if required.
Arrive in Delhi and proceed to your agreed drop-off location, such as your hotel, residence, or another confirmed address.
Arrival may be in the early hours of the following day, depending on the night-viewing slot, traffic, and road conditions. Your Moonlight Taj Mahal Tour by Car from Delhi concludes after drop-off.
| Min - Max (Persons) | Adult Price | Child Price | Baby Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 - 5 | $135.00 | $95.00 | $1.00 |
| Start Date | End Date | Adult Price | Child Price | Baby Price | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04-08-2022 | 06-08-2022 | $130.00 | $90.00 | $1.00 | View Discount |
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