Taj Mahal Handicraft Walk: Explore True India with Artisans

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Agra, India

2 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

See a different side of Agra by learning about the many handicraft workshops in the city, where skilled artisans still create crafts by hand. This walking tour lets you peek into this world and meet the craftspeople. It’s also a prime opportunity to buy souvenirs at a much better price than in any store.

Stroll around the Taj Mahal area away from the tourist crowds
Meet locals, snap some photos, and get a taste of everyday life in Agra
Select pickup by private car or tuk tuk, or opt for the tour only
Choose from several tour times throughout the day for flexibility

What's Included

Tour Guide
Entry to Artisans homes

Private transportation
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Meeting point

The Orchid Retreat
Plot No 28 Taj Nagri Phase 1 Taj East Gate Road, Shilpgram Rd, Taj Nagari Phase 1, Telipara, Agra, Dhandhupura, Uttar Pradesh 282006, India
We will meet opposite to to the Retreat Hotel and start the walk from there.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

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Do this after Taj Mahal & gain a whole new appreciation for the work it took to create!

Lindsay_D, Dec 2024

Absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish! Right after booking, contact with our guide Arhaan was clear and friendly. He was on time and there were even some extra stops that provided very interesting information that we wouldn’t have known about otherwise. When we told our hotel manager we were doing a handicraft tour, he talked it down (despite not knowing anything about our exact tour/company etc) and said “oh you can just go and do it on your own”. He was wrong! There is absolutely no way we could have done this on our own! We were invited into people’s homes, met locals who our guide knew, and encountered plenty of surprises along the way. There’s the opportunity to purchase souvenirs at a couple of stops but zero pressure to buy anything, which we appreciated. Truly appreciate this tour and highly recommend!