Taj Mahal tour by Gatimaan Express train

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Taj Mahal tour by Gatimaan Express train

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India's fastest train covers Delhi to Agra in 100 minutes, so the whole monument day happens without a long road run.

At a glance

Duration
About 12 hours
Train
Gatimaan Express, about 100 minutes each way
Class
Executive or standard AC chair car
Tour type
Private
Runs
Saturday to Thursday
Pickup
7 am, hotel in Delhi NCR

What makes this one worth it

  • India's first semi-high-speed train, about 100 minutes each way
  • Breakfast on the morning train and a snack on the way back
  • Your guide waiting at the coach door in Agra
  • Up to three hours at the Taj Mahal, then Agra Fort
  • Optional Baby Taj before the evening train

Your tour schedule

  1. 7:00 AM

    Pickup and Hazrat Nizamuddin station

    Your driver collects you from your hotel and takes you to Hazrat Nizamuddin station, and helps you find your coach.

  2. 8:10 AM

    The Gatimaan Express to Agra

    The train leaves Delhi at 8:10 am. Breakfast is served on board.

  3. 9:50 AM

    Arrive at Agra Cantt

    Your licensed guide meets you at the coach and your private car is waiting outside.

  4. 10:00 AM

    The Taj Mahal

    Up to three hours at the Taj Mahal — its history, its architecture and time for photographs.

  5. 1:00 PM

    Lunch break

    Lunch at a five-star hotel buffet or a local restaurant, your choice.

  6. 2:00 PM

    Agra Fort

    About an hour in Agra Fort — the Diwan-i-Am, the Diwan-i-Khas, the Moti Masjid and the private Mughal chambers.

  7. 3:00 PM

    The Baby Taj, if time allows

    An optional visit to Itimad-ud-Daulah for its marble inlay.

  8. 5:30 PM

    Back to the station

    Your guide sees you onto the evening Gatimaan Express, with a snack served on board.

  9. 7:30 PM

    Arrive in Delhi

    Your driver meets you at the station and drops you at your hotel.

What the price covers

  • Return Gatimaan Express tickets, executive class
  • Station transfers in Delhi and Agra
  • Private car in Agra with chauffeur
  • Licensed guide
  • All monument tickets

What it does not cover

  • Lunch
  • Camera fees
  • Tips
  • Items of a personal nature

Questions people ask

What is the Gatimaan Express?
It is India's first semi-high-speed train, introduced in 2016. It runs between Delhi and Agra at up to 160 km/h and covers the journey in about 100 minutes.
How long does a Taj Mahal tour by train from Delhi take?
The train takes roughly 100 minutes each way. Add guided visits to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort and the whole day runs about 12 hours, with the return train reaching Delhi in the evening.
Which station do I depart from in Delhi?
The Gatimaan Express leaves Hazrat Nizamuddin station at 8:10 am. Our driver collects you from your hotel in Delhi NCR and gets you to the platform with time to spare.
Is the Taj Mahal open every day of the week?
No, the Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays, and the Gatimaan Express does not run on Fridays either. This tour therefore operates Saturday to Thursday.
What class options are there on the Gatimaan Express?
There are two air-conditioned classes, Executive Chair Car and Standard Chair Car. Both serve food on board, usually breakfast on the way to Agra and a snack on the way back.
Can this Delhi to Taj Mahal train tour be private?
Yes. Your guide and AC car in Agra are reserved for your group alone, so you can linger at the Taj Mahal, skip a stop or change the pace as you like.
What's included in the package?
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Delhi, Gatimaan Express tickets, and a private AC car with a licensed English-speaking guide in Agra are the core of the tour. Your written quote lists exactly what else is covered, such as monument tickets and lunch; tips and personal expenses are not included.
What happens if the train runs late?
Your guide and driver in Agra keep track of the train and wait for you at Agra Cantt, and the day's timings are adjusted so you still get your full visit at the Taj Mahal. On the way back, your Delhi driver checks the arrival time and meets you at the station whenever the train comes in.
Are vegetarian options available at lunch?
Yes. Lunch is paid separately, and whether you choose a five-star hotel buffet or a local restaurant, there are plenty of vegetarian dishes. Just tell your guide about any dietary needs and they will recommend the right place.

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