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To people the world over, the Taj Mahal—mausoleum of Mughal Empress Mumtaz Mahal—is synonymous with India. The curving, gently swelling dome and the square base upon which it rests so lightly, is a familiar image from hundreds of brochures, picture postcards, and travel books. But, these pictures do not adequately convey the legend, poetry, and romance that shroud what Nobel Laureate Tagore called “a teardrop on the cheek of time.”

Construction of the Taj began in 1631 and took 22 years to complete. 20,000 people were deployed to work on it, and material was brought in from all over India and central Asia on a fleet of 1000 elephants. Pearly pink at dawn and opalescent by moonlight, the Taj is best appreciated when the architecture and its adornments are linked to the passion that inspired it. As an architectural masterpiece, nothing could be added or subtracted from it. So exquisite is the workmanship that the Taj has been described as “having been designed by giants and finished by jewellers.”

The Taj counts among man’s proudest creations, and as a tomb, it has no parallel—for mortal remains have never been housed in greater grandeur. English poet Sir Edwin Arnold described it as: “Not a piece of architecture, as other buildings are, but the proud passions of an emperor’s love wrought in living stones.” The Taj Mahal is indeed a celebration of eternal love built in marble, and that’s the only way to appreciate its magnificence and poignant beauty. We have desgined an itinerary keeping all tastes in mind, for you ‘Taj Travel’ , there is an excellent variety of ‘Taj Resorts’ to choose from.

After early Breakfast, check out and leave for Agra.  En-route you will visit the SIKANDRA Fort . Check in to hotel of your choice. 

AGRA: Two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire - giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat {seat of the Emperor}. Today a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices, of red sandstone and white marble, narrow galleys and quaint buggies, and that irresistible charm that this favorite city of the Mughals still retains. It is not surprising, that modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously. A walk down the narrow bustling streets of the city will introduce the visitor to the wafting aroma of Mughlai cuisine.

TAJ MAHAL: Little needs to be said about this architectural wonder which is always the soul raison-de-etre for every tourist's visit to Agra. Built by Shah Jahan, the Taj is a white marble memorial to his beautiful wife Mumtaz Mahal. This monument took 22 years to be completed and was designed, and planned by Persian architect Ustad Isa. Apart from its stunning design balance and perfect symmetry, the Taj is also noted particularly for its elegant domes, intricately carved screens and some of the best inlay work ever seen.

Proceed for visit to the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Itmadullah's Tomb. Enjoy battery van ride. Relax in the evening or visit the markets – Agra is famous for its marble and softstone inlay work, leather goods, brassware, carpets, chikan work fabrics and semi precious & precious jewellery in the ornate Mughal style. Overnight will be at Agra.

Enjoy Breakfast at hotel. Visit Fatehpur Sikri - The deserted, red Sandstone City, Emperor Akbar built that as his capital and palace in the late 16th century is an exhilarating experience. It a veritable fairytale city and its "ruins" are in pristine condition ... it's not hard to imagine what the court life must have been like in the days of it's grandeur. Also visit the Buland Darwaza, the largest gateway in the world. Afternoon at leisure. Evening transfer to Tundla – Railay station to board onward train to Varanasi. Overnight on train.

On arrival, On arrival, you will be met and assisted  by our representative and transfer to hotel of your choice. Check in and leave for an early morning boat ride on river Ganges and watch people taking holy dip & worship the rising Sun. Visit the various temples of the Hindu god & goddess. Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Bodhgaya where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. On arrival lunch at hotel. Afternoon visit the Stupa and the Mahabodhi Temple built by Ashoka the Great in 3rd century BC One can visit the Sacred Bodhi Tree .Dinner and overnight at hotel.

After breakfast proceed Rajgir where the first Buddhist Council was held after Lord Buddha attained nirvana. Morning free at leisure . Lunch at hotel. Afternoon sightseeing of Bimbisara Jail,Venuvan Hot Spring. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Early morning visit to see Sunrise and offer Prayer. After breakfast proceed to Patna. Enroute sightseeing of Nalanda which was a great Buddhist center. And Kumrahar capital of Ashoka, one can see the remnants of Buddhist Monastery. Lunch at hotel. Afternoon visit to Patna museum. dinner and overnight at hotel

After breakfast proceed to Kushinagar with packed lunch, where Lord Buddha breathed his last and was cremated. Enroute visit Vaishali (birth place of Lord Mahaveera -founder of Jainism) On arrival visit to Mahaparinirwana Temple, Rambhar Stupa. Dinner and overnight at hotel.