7 days in Agra & New Delhi Itinerary

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): identify plant and animal life at Wildlife SOS Elephant & Bear Sanctuary, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Dayal Bagh, and then admire the landmark architecture of Agra Fort. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the striking features of Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, then stop by Subhash Emporium, and then admire the striking features of Taj Mahal.

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New Delhi to Agra is an approximately 3-hour car ride. You can also take a train. Expect a daytime high around 95°F in July, and nighttime lows around 80°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to drive to New Delhi.

Designed by notable English architects and proclaimed India's capital in 1931, New Delhi sits in the middle of a sprawling metropolitan area with a population of over 25 million.

Get out of town with these interesting New Delhi side-trips: Sai Ka Angan (in Gurugram (Gurgaon)), Shipra Mall (in Ghaziabad) and Worlds of Wonder - Amusement Park (in Noida). There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Humayun's Tomb, admire the landmark architecture of Rashtrapati Bhavan, admire the natural beauty at Swaminarayan Akshardham, and make a trip to India Gate.

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Getting from Agra to New Delhi by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 95°F, and evening lows to 80°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Wed) so you can travel back home.