5-Day Mughal Heritage Tour: Delhi, Agra and Fatehpur Sikri

Our Mughal heritage tour takes you through the three great cities of the Mughal Empire in five days. You will walk through Old Delhi, watch the sun rise over the Taj Mahal and explore Akbar’s lost capital at Fatehpur Sikri. It is the best short tour in India for lovers of history and Mughal architecture.

This is a private Delhi Agra tour package with your own car, driver and expert guide. Shamrock Journeys, a trusted India tour operator, has planned India tour packages since 2002.

Mughal Heritage Tour at a Glance

Duration: 5 days and 4 nights
Route: Delhi (2 nights), Agra (2 nights), with Fatehpur Sikri
Starts and ends: Delhi
Tour type: private tour with car, driver and guide
Highlights: six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Taj Mahal at sunrise
Best time: October to March

Why Choose This Mughal Heritage Tour

One clear story: follow the Mughal emperors from Humayun and Akbar to Shah Jahan, city by city.
Six UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Humayun’s Tomb, the Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Agra Fort, the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri.
Sunrise at the Taj Mahal: see it in soft morning light, before the crowds.
Three heritage walks: in Old Delhi, in Agra and in Fatehpur Sikri.
Private and easy: your own guide, car and driver, with hotels and tickets arranged.

Mughal Heritage Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Delhi

We meet you at Delhi airport and take you to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the model for the Taj Mahal. Then see the Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple. The evening is free.

Overnight: Delhi

Day 2: Old Delhi and New Delhi

After breakfast, enjoy a heritage walk in the Mughal walled city of Shahjahanabad, Old Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, ride a rickshaw through Chandni Chowk and see the Red Fort. Stop for lunch, then drive past India Gate and the President’s House in New Delhi. End the day at the Qutub Minar.

Meals: breakfast. Overnight: Delhi. Read more in our Delhi tour packages guide.

Day 3: Delhi to Agra

After breakfast, drive to Agra, a journey of three to four hours. In the afternoon, enjoy a heritage walk in the Mughal heritage of Agra. Visit Agra Fort, where the emperors lived, and the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, known as the Baby Taj.

Meals: breakfast. Overnight: Agra. Read more in our Agra tour packages guide.

Day 4: Taj Mahal at Sunrise and Fatehpur Sikri

Rise early to see the Taj Mahal at sunrise. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Then visit Akbar’s Tomb at Sikandra. In the afternoon, drive to Fatehpur Sikri for a heritage walk in the Mughal walled city of Fatehpur Sikri. See the Buland Darwaza, the Dargah of Hazrat Sheikh Salim Chishti and the royal palaces.

Meals: breakfast. Overnight: Agra. Read more in our Fatehpur Sikri tour guide.

Day 5: Agra to Delhi and Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Delhi, a journey of three to four hours. We take you to the airport or railway station for your onward journey. If you prefer, we can drop you at Agra station instead.

Meals: breakfast

The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays, and the Red Fort and Akshardham are closed on Mondays. We change the order of the days to suit your travel dates.

What Is Included

Four nights in 3-star, 4-star or 5-star hotels of your choice
Breakfast every day
Private air-conditioned car with driver for all transfers and sightseeing
Licensed English-speaking guide
Entry tickets to all monuments, including the Taj Mahal at sunrise
All taxes, tolls and parking

What Is Not Included

International and domestic flights
Lunch and dinner
Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Camera fees at monuments
Travel insurance

The Mughal Heritage You Will See

The Mughal emperors ruled India for more than three hundred years. They built forts, tombs, mosques and gardens in a style that mixed Persian, Central Asian and Indian ideas. This Mughal heritage tour shows you the best of that Mughal architecture in one journey. To learn more, read about Indo-Islamic architecture on our sister site.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time for this Mughal heritage tour?

October to March is the best time. The weather is cool and pleasant for sightseeing.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. The Mughal heritage tour is private, with your own car, driver and guide.

How is this different from a Golden Triangle tour?

This tour gives all its time to Delhi, Agra and Fatehpur Sikri. A Golden Triangle tour also includes Jaipur.

How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does the tour cover?

Six: Humayun’s Tomb, the Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Agra Fort, the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri.

What should I wear?

Wear light, modest clothes that cover your shoulders and knees. Carry a scarf for mosques and tombs.

Can I change the Mughal heritage tour to suit me?

Yes. You can upgrade hotels, add a day or add places such as Jaipur. Tell us what you would like.

How much does the Mughal heritage tour cost?

The price depends on your hotels, the number of travellers and the season. Tell us your plans and we will send a clear quotation.

Extend Your Mughal Heritage Tour

6-day Golden Triangle tour: add Jaipur, the Pink City of India.
Golden Triangle tour with Ranthambore: add Jaipur and a tiger safari.
Rajasthan tour packages: go on to Udaipur, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer.
Varanasi: the holy city on the Ganga.

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