Day 14 : FINAL GLIMPSES OF INDIA'S GLORY: TAJ MAHAL, AGRA FORT & DEPARTURE FROM DELHI
Witness the Eternal Beauty of the Taj Mahal & Agra Fort – After a final breakfast at your hotel, set off for an unforgettable morning of discovery in Agra. Begin with a visit to the crown jewel of India, the ethereal Taj Mahal. Commissioned in the mid-17th century by the grief-stricken Emperor Shah Jahan as a tribute to his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, the Taj Mahal stands as the ultimate symbol of eternal love. Marvel at the delicate craftsmanship of over 20,000 artisans from Persia, Turkey, France, and Italy who worked tirelessly to create this shimmering masterpiece of white marble, inlaid with precious stones (closed on Fridays).
Continue your journey through history with a visit to the imposing Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that once served as the seat of Mughal power. Behind its formidable red sandstone walls lie a series of grand palaces, elegant mosques, and beautifully decorated halls. Wander through the Diwan-i-Am (Hall of Public Audience), where emperors once dispensed justice, and the Diwan-i-Khas (Hall of Private Audience), reserved for royal gatherings and foreign dignitaries. Admire the serene beauty of the Mina Masjid (Heavenly Mosque), crafted entirely from white marble, offering a peaceful contrast to the fort’s mighty structure.
After a morning steeped in timeless beauty and history, journey back to Delhi. Upon arrival, transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport to board your included flight, carrying with you memories of an extraordinary adventure across Nepal and India that will stay etched in your heart forever.
Tour Ends – Wishing you a safe and pleasant journey home!
Thank you for travelling with us – we hope this unforgettable journey across Nepal and India has left you with treasured memories, new inspirations, and a deeper connection to the spirit of these incredible lands. Until we meet again on your next adventure, safe travels and best wishes from all of us at Lumle Holidays.
Flight Home or Extend Your Journey
At the end of your Agra-Delhi segment, your included flight home awaits—settle into your seat as the golden domes and jungle trails drift below. Or let the journey continue: choose one of our immersive extensions into South Asia or beyond, all seamlessly added to your package.
Returning Home
- Your comfortable long-haul service is arranged—relax in the lounge, then drift homeward as cabin lights dim and memories of marble minarets lull you into dreaming of your next adventure.
Extend Your Stay in India
- Kerala (6 nights): A short domestic flight whisks you to Cochin. Glide through Alleppey’s emerald backwaters on a teakwood houseboat, breathe in spice-scented Munnar mist, and unwind on Kovalam’s sunlit shores.
- Goa (5 nights): Touch down amid palm-fringed beaches. Wander Old Goa’s baroque churches by day, then dance barefoot under string lights as the Arabian Sea serenades you by moonlight.
- Tamil Nadu & Pondicherry (6 nights): Explore Chennai’s coastal heritage, marvel at Mahabalipuram’s carved shore temples, stroll Pondicherry’s pastel-hued French Quarter, then seek cool refuge in Ooty’s tea gardens.
Mumbai Stopover
- Mumbai (3 nights): Dive into India’s bustling financial capital: stand beneath the Gateway of India at dawn, sail to the ancient cave temples of Elephanta, and wander the colorful labyrinths of Crawford Market. Feel the pulse of Marine Drive at sunset, glimpse Bollywood backlots on a studio tour, and taste vada pav and pav bhaji from spirited street stalls. As dawn breaks over the Arabian Sea, watch the world wake at Dhobi Ghat—an unforgettable tapestry of urban life.
Hop Across the Sea
- Sri Lanka (8 nights): Fly to Colombo and traverse emerald tea terraces, ascend Sigiriya’s lion rock at dawn, track leopards in Yala’s golden savannah, then drift into evening calm on Mirissa’s palm-lined sands.
- Maldives (3 or 5 nights): Land in Malé and glide by speedboat to your overwater villa. Below your deck, coral gardens beckon; above, endless sky and sea merge in iridescent hues.
Enjoy a Dubai Stopover
- Pause in Dubai for 3 nights of desert thrills and city splendor—ascend the Burj Khalifa at sunrise, wander spice-scented souks, and chase golden dunes on a twilight safari, all effortlessly arranged for you.
Ready to write the next chapter? Tell us which horizon calls—Kerala’s canals, Goa’s shores, Mumbai’s urban tapestry, Sri Lanka’s jungles, Maldives’ lagoons or Dubai’s desert—and we’ll weave it into your journey with tailor-made stays and experiences.