Agra, the Taj at opening

The Taj when it opens, the fort after, and out. One night in Taj Ganj so the morning is a walk.

Written by Meera

Before you go. Buy the ticket the honest way. A guide at the gate who cannot show a badge is not a guide.

Overview

Mehtab Bagh across the river is the dusk view. It is not a reason to stay a third night.

Day 1 — Arrive and the fort
Train in, drop the bags, Agra Fort before it closes.
Day 2 — Opening time
The Taj at the gate. Breakfast in Taj Ganj. The train out.

Stay

A plain hotel in Taj Ganj, walking distance to the east or west gate. About ₹2,000.

Move

One shared seat in. Walk after that. Leave a buffer on the day you go home.