How to Choose a Taj Mahal Tour

While many Taj Mahal tour options from Delhi include round-trip transport to the monument by taxi, a fun alternative way to visit the Taj Mahal and nearby attractions is to hop aboard one of the relatively new superfast trains that connects India’s capital city with Agra. Book a day trip from Delhi to Agra by train with a package that includes round-trip train tickets and ground transport in both Delhi and Agra. Enjoy plenty of optional add-ons, including buffet lunch service and included admission fees.

Many of the best guided tours to explore the Taj Mahal involve getting to the famed sight just before sunrise. If you’re willing to wake up really early, you too can catch the proverbial worm. Consider a sunrise tour from Delhi designed to get you to the Taj Mahal just when it opens—when the crowds are few and the golden light of early morning makes the monument particularly photogenic.

Visiting the Taj Mahal is an experience your children will likely remember for the rest of their lives, but first you’ll need to figure out how to pick a Taj Mahal tour for families. Choosing a kid-friendly Taj Mahal tour is a good way to go as you’ll get extra perks like a super comfy car and snacks for the whole family to enjoy, plus optional activities, such as a visit to a local school.

If you’ve got a bit of extra time on your hands, or you want to see other highlights of India’s Golden Triangle in the same trip, consider a multi-night Golden Triangle tour that covers the highlights of the whole region. Start in Delhi, head to Agra for a day of sightseeing, and then make your way to Jaipur to check out the highlights of India’s famous “Pink City.”

Whether you’ve always dreamed of seeing an elusive Bengal tiger in the wild or you just love a good safari, it’s worth opting for a Taj Mahal and Golden Triangle tour that includes a stop at Ranthambore National Park, India’s best-known tiger reserve. You'll see the highlights of Delhi, spend time at the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, go on multiple tiger safaris, and get to spend time exploring the famous forts and palaces of Jaipur.

Yes, it’s possible to experience the Taj Mahal even if you’re short on time. In fact, many of the best Taj Mahal tours for history and culture enthusiasts can get you through everything in just a couple of hours, especially if you opt for a tour from Delhi that includes skip-the-line access to the famous monument. As an added bonus, you’ll have the option to visit the nearby Agra Fort before returning to your hotel, too.

While you’re not allowed to bring selfie sticks onto the grounds of the Taj Mahal, you certainly can bring your own private photographer—if you opt for a private photography tour that combines a Taj tour with a photo shoot. Marvel at the white-marble monument while your photographer guide captures the experience, and opt for a boat ride on the Yamuna River, just behind the Taj Mahal, for a few more scenic shots.

While many of the top Taj Mahal tours depart from either Delhi or Agra itself, you can also experience the famous monument on a day trip from nearby Jaipur. Enjoy all the same benefits you would if you were coming from Delhi, including round-trip transport in a private vehicle with guide services, plus the opportunity to visit other major attractions in Agra, including Agra Fort and the Tomb of I'timad-ud-Daulah.

With its numerous Mughal gardens and tombs, including the Taj Mahal and its symmetrical grounds, Agra and the surrounding area is an absolute dream for photographers. One of the best ways to see it all is by choosing a full-day tour that lets you savor the Taj Mahal both at sunrise and sunset, doubling your chances of capturing the famed monument when it’s at its most sublimely illuminated.