4 Train Day Trips in India Worth the Early Start

1.Delhi to Agra and Taj Mahal Private Day Trip by Express Train with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,389 reviews · from $64Our pick

Travel from Delhi to Agra by Gatimaan Express, then tour the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Itmad-ud-Daula with a private guide such as Farid. Your day includes hotel pickup, train tickets, transfers, buffet lunch, bottled water, and a VIP bench photo at the Taj.

“Farid was a spectacular host! He had a wealth of knowledge and really made the tour come alive. I leaned a ton about Taj Mahal and it's history and was even able to find shortcuts in lines because of how connected Farid was. Our trip was Read more”

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2.Delhi to Agra Taj Mahal Private Day Trip by Superfast Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 708 reviews · from $170

You’ll leave Delhi around 7:00 a.m. by Gatimaan Express, reach Agra in about 100 minutes, and tour the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Baby Taj with a private guide and car. Guides such as Singh, Haresh, and Psrajput have earned praise for clear explanations and excellent Taj Mahal photographs.

“Professional and knowledgeable english speaking guide for this tour, Click the pictures for us, he know the best points inside the Tajmahal. Our train was delayed but still he remain with us without extra charge. Shopping of carpets and marble inlay items was purchased at Good price.”

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3.From Delhi: Jaipur Day Trip by Fast Train or Private Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 332 reviews · 8 hours - 1 day · from $36

Travel from Delhi to Jaipur by fast train or private air-conditioned car, then tour Amber Fort, Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, and more with a private guide. Guides such as Kapil, Monis, Rajesh Singh, and Yogi are known for clear explanations and helpful photos.

“This tour really squeezes in the highlights of Jaipur in a short amount of time. As a solo female traveller I felt safe with my guide Vipin, who was welcoming and very knowledgeable about the city and its monuments, as well as my friendly driver Pooran. Good value for money, would recommend!”

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4.From Delhi: Taj Mahal Day Trip by Fast Train with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 189 reviews · 1 day · from $15Best value

Take a superfast train from Delhi to Agra, where an English-speaking guide leads you through the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Baby Taj. Hotel transfers, train tickets, meals, lunch, and entrance fees depend on the package you choose. Guides such as Islam, Aamir, and Shakir are known for history, photos, and personal care.

“Rajni Kant was an excellent guide with great English! Our tour was perfect from the pickup at the hotel, transportation to Agra, our tour of the majestic Taj Mahal, lunch and the return. We asked to have the tour tailored to our needs and everyone was highly accommodating which we very much appreciated! Highly recommend this company and our guide! It honestly could not have been better!”

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