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Same Day Taj Mahal Tour by Car from Delhi
Delhi → Taj Mahal → Agra Fort → Delhi via the Yamuna Expressway — a full private day with your own private car and driver in Delhi.
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95% of guests rate this journey 5 stars · the Taj Mahal is India's most visited monument.
Quick answer: Yes, you can see the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in one day from Delhi. Your private car and English-speaking driver pick you up at 6:00 AM (or from 5:00 AM at no extra cost), take the Yamuna Expressway, about 3 to 3½ hours each way, and have you back in Delhi by about 6:00 PM. Prices start at ₹7500, and the Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays.
Tour at a Glance
- Duration
- About 12 hours (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
- Early start
- Leave from 5:00 AM at no extra cost
- Route
- Delhi → Agra → Delhi via the Yamuna Expressway
- Distance
- Around 225 km each way · 3 to 3½ hours
- Sights
- Taj Mahal and Agra Fort · Mehtab Bagh or Baby Taj free on request
- Pickup
- Hotels in Delhi, Gurugram or Noida, Delhi airport or railway stations
- Price
- From ₹7500 (sedan, 1 traveller) · per-person rates below
- Group size
- Any size: sedans, SUVs or Tempo Travellers
- Included
- Private AC car, English-speaking driver, fuel, tolls, parking, water
- Not included
- Monument tickets, lunch (about ₹1,000 / US$10), optional guide
- Taj tickets
- ₹50 Indian · ₹1,100 foreign (+₹200 mausoleum) · booked free by us
- Payment
- 10% deposit by PayPal · balance in India by cash or UPI
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before your tour
- Closed
- The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday
Itinerary: Hour by Hour
- Pickup from your hotel in Delhi, Gurugram or Noida, Delhi airport or a railway station. Prefer an earlier start? We can leave from 5:00 AM at no extra cost.
- Tea or breakfast stop at an FSSAI-licensed restaurant on the Yamuna Expressway, or wherever you'd like to stop.
- Arrive at the Taj Mahal. Your driver drops you very close to the entry point and parks in the authorised parking; it's a short walk to the gate.
- Lunch at a good restaurant: about ₹1,000 (US$10) per person.
- Visit Agra Fort: its courtyards, palaces and audience halls.
- Drop at your Delhi hotel or the airport.
Free extra stops: add Mehtab Bagh, the riverside garden with a view of the Taj, or Itmad-ud-Daulah, the "Baby Taj", on request at no extra charge, if time allows.
What You'll See
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Taj Mahal
The white marble mausoleum built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, on the bank of the Yamuna. Allow 2 to 3 hours.
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Agra Fort
The red sandstone fort of the Mughal emperors, begun under Akbar, with palaces, mosques and views towards the Taj. Allow about 1½ hours.
How Much Does a Same Day Taj Mahal Tour Cost?
Prices are per person and cover the car, driver, fuel, tolls and parking for the whole day. The more of you travel together, the less each person pays.
| 1 person | ₹7500 |
|---|---|
| 2 persons | ₹3,200 each |
| 3 persons | ₹2,250 each |
| 1 person | ₹7,500 |
|---|---|
| 2 persons | ₹3,950 each |
| 3 persons | ₹2,850 each |
| 4 persons | ₹2,350 each |
| 5 persons | ₹2,000 each |
Bigger group? There's no limit: see Tempo Traveller and fleet rates on our online car rental page.
Taj Mahal Ticket Prices
Monument tickets are not included in the tour price. Here is what you'll pay at the Taj Mahal for a day visit:
| Visitor | Entry | Main mausoleum (optional) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian citizens & OCI | ₹50 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| SAARC & BIMSTEC visitors | ₹540 | ₹200 | ₹740 |
| Foreign nationals | ₹1,100 | ₹200 | ₹1,300 |
| Children under 15 | Free | Free | Free |
Night viewing runs on designated nights from 8:30 PM to 12:30 AM (not on Fridays or during Ramzan): ₹510 for Indian citizens, ₹750 for foreign nationals and ₹500 for children aged 3–15, booked at least a day ahead at the ASI office in Agra. Everyone needs a valid government photo ID (foreign visitors: passport). Prices from the ASI Agra Circle, October 2026. They can change, so we confirm the current price when we book your tickets, with no booking fee.
What's Included
Included
- Private air-conditioned car, only for your group
- English-speaking driver
- Fuel, toll taxes, state taxes, parking
- Driver allowance
- Hotel, airport or railway station pickup & drop
- Taj ticket booking service, with no booking fee
- Mehtab Bagh or Baby Taj stop on request
- Bottled mineral water
Not Included
- Monument entrance tickets
- Lunch (about ₹1,000 / US$10 per person)
- Licensed guide, optional: ₹2,000–₹5,000 per day
- Tips & personal expenses
- Alcohol
Our Drivers' Tips for a Same Day Taj Mahal Trip
- Start early. Leaving at 6 AM, or from 5 AM at no extra cost, gets you past Delhi's traffic and to the Taj before the midday heat and the biggest crowds.
- Never plan a Friday. The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday.
- Pick a weekday if you can. Weekends and public holidays are the busiest days at the Taj.
- Send your passport details in advance. We book your tickets with no booking fee, so there's no waiting at the counter.
- Travel light. Only a small bag is allowed inside. Food, tobacco, tripods, drones and large bags are not, so leave them in the car.
- Eat safely. We only stop at FSSAI-licensed restaurants (India's food safety authority), or wherever you ask.
- Carry cash or UPI for lunch, tips and small purchases in Agra.
From Hunny and Santosh, who have driven the Delhi–Agra road for over 25 years.
Meet Your Drivers
Hunny
25+ years driving · Delhi–Agra specialist"What impressed us the most was his honesty and reliability." TripAdvisor guest, July 2026
Santosh
25+ years driving · All-India tours"He was very knowledgeable about every city and tourist site we visited." TripAdvisor guest
Is a Same Day Taj Mahal Tour Worth It?
Choose the day trip if
You're short on time in Delhi and want the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort without packing a bag or booking a hotel.
Choose a longer tour if
You'd like to see the Taj at sunrise or travel at a slower pace: try our 2 Nights 3 Days Agra Tour, or add Jaipur with our Golden Triangle tour packages.
Only need the drive? Book a one-way Delhi to Agra car rental, or see every option on our Agra tour packages page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I visit the Taj Mahal from Delhi in one day?
Yes. Your private car and driver pick you up at 6:00 AM, or as early as 5:00 AM at no extra cost, reach Agra in about 3 to 3½ hours on the Yamuna Expressway, and have you back in Delhi by about 6:00 PM after the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort.
How long is the drive from Delhi to Agra?
About 3 to 3½ hours each way via the Yamuna Expressway. The distance is around 225 km, depending on your pickup point.
How much does a same day Taj Mahal tour from Delhi cost?
From ₹7500 for one traveller in a private sedan. Per-person prices fall as your group grows: ₹3,200 each for two or ₹2,250 each for three. An Innova SUV starts at ₹7,500. Fuel, tolls, parking and the driver are included.
How do I book and pay?
Reserve with a 10% deposit by PayPal. Pay the balance after you arrive in India, in cash or by UPI.
Is the Taj Mahal open on Fridays?
No. The Taj Mahal is closed every Friday, so plan this tour for any other day of the week.
What are the Taj Mahal's opening hours?
The Taj Mahal opens 30 minutes before sunrise and closes 30 minutes before sunset, Saturday to Thursday.
Are Taj Mahal entry tickets included?
Tickets are paid separately (day entry: ₹50 for Indian citizens, ₹1,100 for foreign nationals, plus ₹200 for the main mausoleum; children under 15 free), but we book them for you with no booking fee. We just need each traveller's details as shown on their passport.
How much is the Taj Mahal ticket?
For day visits: ₹50 for Indian citizens and OCI cardholders, ₹540 for SAARC and BIMSTEC visitors and ₹1,100 for foreign nationals, plus an optional ₹200 to enter the main mausoleum. Children under 15 enter free.
Can I visit the Taj Mahal at night?
Yes, on designated nights between 8:30 PM and 12:30 AM, except Fridays and during Ramzan. Night tickets cost ₹510 for Indian citizens, ₹750 for foreign nationals and ₹500 for children aged 3–15, and must be booked at least a day ahead at the ASI office in Agra. A night visit needs an overnight stay in Agra, which we can arrange.
How close does the car get to the Taj Mahal?
Your driver drops you very close to the entry point, then parks in the authorised parking. From there it's a short walk to the entrance.
Can I add Mehtab Bagh or the Baby Taj?
Yes. Mehtab Bagh and Itmad-ud-Daulah (the Baby Taj) can be added on request at no extra charge, if time allows.
Do I need a guide?
It's optional. Your driver speaks English and knows Agra well. For the full history inside the monuments, we can arrange a licensed guide for ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per day, depending on your needs.
How much does lunch cost in Agra?
About ₹1,000 (around US$10) per person at a good mid-range restaurant, depending on what you choose. We only stop at FSSAI-licensed restaurants, or wherever you prefer.
Can you take large groups?
Yes. There is no group limit: we arrange sedans, SUVs or Tempo Travellers for any number of travellers.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before your tour, with a full refund.
What Our Guests Say
4.9
150+ Reviews
Read all our verified reviews on TripAdvisor or in our guest testimonials.
We had an outstanding full-day tour from Delhi to Agra with Hunny… He took us to all the highlights of the region, including the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Mehtab Bagh… What impressed us the most was his honesty and reliability.
Dream52906553502
★★★★★
We had an absolutely incredible day trip to the Taj Mahal, and everything was perfect from start to finish! The vehicle provided was luxurious, spotlessly clean, and extremely comfortable… definitely ask for Hunny! 10/10 experience.
Discover28712003842
★★★★★
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- Registered business with GST registration
- Commercially licensed vehicles with valid tourist permits
- Fully insured cars, maintained and cleaned after every trip
- Experienced drivers: Hunny and Santosh, 25+ years each
- Food safety: stops only at FSSAI-licensed restaurants
- Rated 4.9★ on TripAdvisor from 150+ reviews
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