Private Taj Mahal at Sunrise and Agra Day Tour from Delhi

Early start but easy to nap in car ride. Prem was excellent driver and stopped at a truck stop (interesting experience) for me to have coffee and use the facilities. Sun wasn’t making an appearance but the early morning mist created a dreamy atmosphere. Guide Rocky was very knowledgeable about mogul history and answered my many questions. The Taj is worth every penny and every missed minute of sleep. Breakfast afterwards was at a lovely hotel where I was given an hour to eat and absorb the morning alone - perfect. Then on to the fort and to the baby Taj (which I paid for). There were too many stops with sales people pressing for business and not enough stops to see the beauty and uniqueness of Agra. But Rocky was an excellent host. Easy to understand and talk to. And Prem was the perfect driver.”

It was a memorable experience! Everything that we wanted and so much more. Professionally organised and executed. Our driver was so caring and reminded us of our pick up venue way in advance and our guide (Rocky) was the highlight. He walked us through the historical timeline of the Moghul Empire and culminating in the reasons for building the "Taj Mahal". Our guide Rocky is amazing in taking excellent photographs. We brought back wonderful pleasant memories. Thank you Viator!”

Prior to our trip our driver sent his picture and reconfirmed our 2:15 am hotel pick up in Delhi. He was on time and drove us the 3 hours to meet our day guide at the Taj Mahal. Early is the key as we were first in line to enter the gate and quickly made our way to the best photos with virtually no one else in them. Our guide was a photo expert and historian and moved us around with great ease capturing each essential, once in a lifetime photos. Breakfast at a local hotel was very good and a much needed break before heading to Agra which was a bit disappointing. We passed on the ceramics shop as we preferred an earlier return to Delhi. Thank you Viator for vetting your supplies and providing an outstanding day trip”

The service received by Prem and Rocky was excellent. They were very friendly and knowledgeable. They took us everywhere to learn more about the history behind the amazing Taj Majal. It was a great experience.”

Our driver, Prem, was very professional and we felt safe throughout. We had Toni as our guide and he was informative, polite and professional. He knew the many spots to take nice pictures of the Taj. When asked if we wanted to go to any of the shopping areas, we declined as we were very tired of being met with pushy sellers. Tony was okay with that and did not insist, which we appreciated. Our tour of the Agra Fort thereafter took 30 minutes, which we could not help but wonder if it was because we rejected the shopping. Nonetheless, we would take this tour again because it was a good way to beat the crowd and avoid touts. Highly recommend Nikita Holidays. Do ask for the wifi on board!”

If you’re looking for a day trip to the Taj Mahal from New Delhi then this is the one! As a lone female traveller, getting picked up in the middle of the night was quite daunting, but the driver Dheeraj was friendly and immediately put my mind at ease. The drive to Agra took just over 3 hours (of which I slept the duration). In Agra I was greeted by Adarsh who was my private tour guide for the day... he was fantastic!!! He was so knowledgeable and told me everything there was to know about the Taj and it’s history as well as giving me free time to roam the Taj and gardens alone. The tour of Fort Agra was just as good as the Taj and well worth seeing to understand the history behind it all. There was no pressure, no rush and everything was done in my time. The hotel which hosted the breakfast was of a high standard and the buffet style breakfast was good. Take snacks with you you won’t be eating until after visiting the Taj (but before the fort). I can’t recommend this trip enough! Going for sunrise is beautiful and means you beat the crowds, traffic and heat. Both Dheeraj and Adarsh went above and beyond to ensure I had the best day... Thank you!”

My friend and I are visiting India by ourselves and this is in my opinion the safest and best way to visit the Taj Mahal, especially for women travelers! Raj, the tour guide, was very helpful and took some most amazing photos for us! Ravi, the driver, made sure we arrived to and back safe and comfortable. Highly recommend!”

This trip was AMAZING. The pick-up/drop-off at the hotel, drive to Agra, and tour guides were perfect. The sites were breathtaking and knowledge of the guide was excellent. My driver and guide were very personable and friendly, which made the tour even better. As a female solo traveler, I felt completely comfortable and safe and was treated like a princess. It was a day I will truly never forget. Thank you!”

The day before we were to leave for our Agra trip, another guide told us that it was a waste of time to be picked up from our New Delhi hotel at 2:30 a.m. and be driven to Agra to see the Taj Mahal at dawn. She was very much mistaken. Yes, the trip is 4 hours long, but the driver stops along the way for bathroom breaks, as needed. The time passed quickly. If you think you might get hungry, bringing a snack is a good idea, because you will not have breakfast until after you have seen the Taj Mahal. When we got to Agra, we met our guide who greeted us and gave us an overview of what we might expect. He was very personable and knowledgeable. When we finally came upon the Taj Mahal, the three of us stopped in our tracks. It is an astounding sight/site. Although it was a little foggy, we were able to watch, as the sun came up, the change in hew of this magnificent place. Upon the first light of day, we see the Taj as perfectly white. As time went on, though, the Taj took on the white of the Taj Mahal. As the dawn progressed, we saw the subtle changes in color. Our guide filled us in on the history, and then left us alone for a little over an hour so that we could take it all in, and that we did.When we returned to our guide, he and our driver took us to breakfast, which was quite good. The guid left us alone until we had finished eating. Everything about our tour was perfect. Our driver, was Vishan Sharma, and he was really excellent. He drove well, was accommodating, and interesting. We were extremely pleased with the whole trip. One thing you should know. It seems that the guides partner with some shops in order to bring customers into shops. This was annoying and I ended up going to see how rugs were made. That was my own fault. I had no interest in rugs, I should have said at the outset that we were not interested in crafts. I have done that with other guides and they back off immediately. Just say “No, thanks,” if you are not interested.”

We thoroughly enjoyed our sunrise tour of the Taj Mahal with our guide, Rajesh. He was very knowledgable and helped us navigate to get the best photos for our group of 5 women. The breakfast at the hotel was decent and the tour of Agra involved shopping at two shops. We would all highly recommend this tour through Viator.”

My wife and I went on the day-long Agra tour and it was excellent. We had a wonderful time. The driver Mr. Prem was very helpful and picked us at our hotel on time at 2:15 am. We had a good drive takes 3 hours one way to Agra and back, and to places within Agra. Prem explained various places of interest along the way. We met the guide Mr. Rajesh in Agra and proceeded to the Taj Mahal. At the Taj, from the location where the taxis drop visitors, there is a 1000 meter walk to the entrance to the complex. We took an electric rickshaw for Rs 50 for the 1000 meters. Once inside the complex and in view of the monument, Rajesh provided us with an excellent description of the history of the Mughal emperors and the materials, construction and craftsmanship of the Taj Mahal. He also described the surrounding monuments. The Taj Mahal itself is a magnificent structure, something unearthly in its beauty even after so many centuries of its construction. None of the photos we had seen earlier prepared us for the sight and beauty of the actual structure. We were able to take our own photos and also availed the services of a professional photographer at the site. The photographer took his photos as we walked up to the Taj Mahal and we continued with our sightseeing after that. We saw the monument in detail and had enough time to spend at the Taj. We saw the Yamuna River from the Taj and the Agra Fort in the distance, where the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan who built the Taj, spent the last 7 years of his life imprisoned by his son Aurangzeb. We collected our photos taken by the professional photographer before we left. We then went to the Trident, where the breakfast buffet was delicious. The next stop was at a tapestry store, where we saw a demonstration of fine weaving and many examples of completed tapestries. We proceeded to the Agra Fort and Mr. Rajesh described its history and pointed out several unique features of the fort, including the sound/echo effects and ventilation. We saw the bedroom of Shah Jahan, from where he had a view of the Taj Mahal in his final years. Lastly, we visited an art store where there was a demonstration of how the colored patterns are imprinted on marble surfaces. The store had a good collection of completed marble works. Thanks to both Mr. Rajesh and Mr. Prem, we had a great trip. Their English was clear and easy to understand. They took good care of us during the entire trip. I highly recommend this trip to anyone interested in visiting Agra. Wish you safe and happy travels!”

Our tour guide Mamesh was very knowledgeable and helped us take a lot of great pictures. He also knew a lot of interesting facts about each of the the Taj and Agra Fort. Our driver Prem was also great. I highly recommend the sunrise tour”

We liked this trip very much. We were picked up later than normal because of a late airplane, but the company was very flexible and adjusted the schedule and we were also dropped off later such that the entire program did not suffer from it. That meant that we arrived at the Taj later than sunrise but we didn't care because it was cloudy anyway. Our driver Ravi was very kind and knowledgeable, showed us a few interesting monuments on the way back, and drove very safely. Our guide Raj was very experienced, knew the answers to all of our questions and took us to an extra temple in Agra because we showed interest. This is a highly recommended tour!”

Excellent tour. Friendly driver and knowledgeable guide.”

Our visit to the Taj Mahal was great from start to end. Professional transport from our New Delhi hotel in the darkness of night so we could arrive in time for sunrise at the Taj monument/park where we met our guide Shubham. Shubham provided us with an excellent blend of guided tour and private time so we could fully appreciate this wonder of the world and the nearby Agra Fort. We also chose to use one of the onsite photographers too because he really knows the perfect locations and settings for capturing the special moments of a visit. This tour also helped with "creature comforts" by providing a nice stopover for a breakfast buffet at at nearby hotel. And we enjoyed our visit to a local handicraft gallery where we purchased some special local artwork at reasonable prices that we will treasure. We recommend this tour because it will give you the best use of your time to learn, appreciate, and enjoy beyond just the "surface" beauty of the Taj Mahal.”

One of the best tours I have been on. Everything that was stated on the website was according to plan. Our driver arrived at our hotel 15 minutes early and once we were in the car we were on our way. Once we arrived in Agra we were greeted by Shubham. Shubham is such a warm personality along with being a highly motivated and intelligent guide. I truly enjoyed walking through the Taj and listening to him and his knowledge of the area. The atmosphere at the Taj Mahal is so special that it is really hard to describe without experiencing itwhich if you have a chance you must!. Once we were done with the Taj Mahal we had an excellent breakfast, took in some local shopping and Shubham, once again, lent his expertise for our tour of the Agra Fort. All respect for Shubham and crew who do a great job, a true sample of an excellent tour guide!”

Good to see the taj mahal. Nice driver Manik and guide Rajni”

In India for work and wanted to take in as many sights as I could so decided to find a quick tour that would let me see the must see in India, the Taj. This tour was appealing because it both fit my schedule and offered a unique experience. The main contact, Raj, responded promptly to my messages and arranged everything for my convenience. The car arrived on time at my hotel and the driver, Deepak, was friendly and professional. My guide, Raj, was very knowledgeable and explained things clearly, answered my questions and offered suggestions for photo opportunities. The only negative for me was that I didn't know we would be visiting artisan shops for shopping opportunities I had already purchased all my souvenirs and had to turn down some very unique items. Overall a fantastic experience and well worth the early wake up.”

Great tour! Raj was great about texting me confirmation and pickup details. I arrived in the hotel lobby a little early and Prem my driver was already there waiting for me. Was so nice getting there early and not having traffic to get out of Delhi and big crowds once there. Raki my guide took really great pictures with my phone and knew all the great spots and angles. He was very knowledgeable taking me thru the history and details and then left me some time on my own which was nice. Prem was always available to take us to the next spot as soon as we were ready and I felt very safe with him driving thru all the madness. Agra Fort really interesting but really hot so didnt spend too much time there. Visiting the handicraft locations was great to see and I enjoyed learning the process. I didnt love that they try very hard to sell you something, but understand why they do and they were gracious if I declined.”

What a treat! 100 recommended - especially the sunrise tour as you'll get there before everyone else does! Rajesh was a fantastic tour guide!”

I have relied on Viator for guided tours and reliable airport transfers for several years now yet I have never felt compelled to give a review until now. I cannot just keep to myself what a great job Nikita Holidays are delivering to Viator customers visiting India, first timers and returnees alike. From timely confirmation after the Viator booking process to the end of the tour follow up, the company and the staff provides absolute best service. I visited India for the first time in August 2018 with a very short time scheduled to see the best of Delhi and neighboring states. The company has delivered as promised: meticulously clean, well maintained, air conditioned vehicles complete with mobile WiFi so guests can check-in with friends/family, or take care of urgent travel or business needs while on the road professional English speaking tour guides who are equally knowledgeable and passionate about their chosen fields reliable and skilled professional drivers to navigate the lively streets of Delhi and beyond. These hard working drivers patiently and thoughtfully ensure my maximum safety and comfort in every way possible, looking out after my safety getting in and out of the vehicle. They even encourage me to take a nap on the long drive, to wake up refreshed and energized upon arrival to each destination. Mr. Ravi, my driver for the Agra tour, picked me up at the airport at 2:00AM and welcomed me to India with traditional garland of marigold, he keep the vehicle cooler stocked with various cold beverages for the 3 hour long trip. Mr. Tonney Tony, the Agra tour guide, aside from being a good tour guide, is flexible and patient to allow time for photograph. He also has an excellent eye for photo spots. I was so impressed by this tour and the service that I re-book the same company for a tour to Jaipur: Mr. Sanju, whom I was lucky enough to have as my driver to tour Jaipur, very thoughtfully noted my affection for the elephants and took me to see the magical giants on our way back to Delhi. I get to bathe and feed the elephants and have the memorable experience of getting really up close, even thou it is not part of the original itinerary. Mr. Ghansam, my Jaipur tour guide has poured his knowledge of the pink city and made the tour not only educational but also truly magical! Hes been working in the industry for some time now and that very experience is reflected in every joyful aspect of the tour and interaction with clients.”

Our trip to the Taj Mahal was an incredible experience. Our guide Mahesh was knowledgeable, and gave us a great experience. His facts about the optical illusions of the Taj were the best! Our driver Vishan was on time and also excellent. 5 stars!”

We had an amazing experience. Doing the sunrise tour is a must. Our driver was Prem and our tour guide was Rocky, if you have a chance to request anyone I would most definitely recommend the pair of them. Not only are the knowledgeable about the Taj Mahal and Agra but they are extremely nice as well. What a great experience and a great day.”

I highly recommend this tour. Though you have to wake up every early in the morning, It's totally worth it! We got in Taj Mahal with less crowd and was able to get good photos. Raj was amazing! He acted both as my tour guide and my personal photographer. After we toured Taj Mahal together while he explains the history of the place, I did enjoy the additional time he gave me to explore Taj Mahal by myself. The Taj Mahal was the highlight of my trip, so to be able to really enjoy the place was a big thing. He then brought me to a nice hotel where I got the free breakfast included in the tour package. It has a decent breakfast selection, which satisfied my hunger after walking all early morning. After breakfast we went to the Agra's Red Fort, which was also nice, though this time, it's almost noon time, so the crowd started pouring, and the heat getting worse. I really appreciated that we did Taj Mahal first, for I'm sure it's already swamped with people at this time. After the Fort we went to some manufacturers of furnitures with precious stones, beautiful tapestries, and pashmina scarf. It was a no pressure presentation so I didn't mind going. After the presentations at different stores, Raj then bid farewell for he is based in Agra, while the driver brought me back to New Delhi. Overall, I did enjoyed my 1 day tour in Agra. I fell in love with the Taj Mahal and made the whole trip worth it. I highly recommend doing this sunrise tour since there's less crowd and the temperature was still bearable. Raj was great and very knowledgable about history, which I really enjoyed!”