Fatehpur Sikri is a magnificent enclosed city approximately 40 km from Agra. It was once the capital city of the Mughal Empire. The enigmatic structure is carved from red sandstone. It was built by Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great in the 16th century. This half-day Fatehpur Sikri tour will leave you with lots of memories and experiences. The city is surrounded by an 8 km long wall. This city is also the perfect example of Indo-Islamic architecture. Explore the glorious courtyards, audience halls, palaces and other sacred places of the building.
Explore the ancient city and UNESCO Heritage site on this half-day Fatehpur Sikri tour. Our guide will accompany you throughout the tour. Learn about its unique history and architecture from your private guide. You can also visit the famous handicrafts market in Agra for shopping.
09:00 AM - Our driver will pick you up from your hotel or railway station in Agra. Drive to the ghost town of Fatehpur Sikri in private air-conditioned car. The city was build in 16th-century but abandoned after 15 years because of water scarcity. The elegant buildings and architecture remain intact to this day. Visit Buland Darwaza (highest gate of Asia), Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan-e-Khas, Jodhabai Palace, Birbal's Palace and many other buildings.
01:00 PM- Lunch break, you will get the lunch in an air-conditioned restaurant. After lunch, we will move to some of the greatest shopping centres in Agra. These centres are famous for their handicrafts, stone inlay work, leatherware, brassware, carpets, jewellery, embroidery and marble works.
After shopping, your car will drop you at your hotel or railway station in Agra.