Megan A.United States
Monika was great. She was kind, engaging and knowledgeable about Agra, the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. We enjoyed our time with her.
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Private tour in Agra Monika S
Private Tour Guide Service For Taj Mahal And Agra Fort
4.9
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6 hours
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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6 hours
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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Monika S.
4.9
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Namaste…!! Namaste is the way we greet each other, meaning of Namaste is we respect you and bow to the soul enshrined in your body in the form of energy "OM" My name is Monika, I am working as a tour guide since 2010 I have license from ministry of tourism and cultural government of India I also did masters in Indian history, my objective is to provide the most worthwhile, enriching, interesting tour experience for my valuable tourists. Here together we will share our knowledge and experience about India and life. . . . . My license gives me permission to go inside the monuments with you; so that I can explain the history and architecture in details. Agra this city also known as the city of love, a proud capital of Lodi dynasty and the great Mughals, the empire which was considered the richest in the world, Agra is full of history, architecture, people, religion, secularism, colors, languages, dresses, cultural diversity, it is vibrant, mysterious and beautiful, you will fall in love with it's crown jewel of Mughal architecture and historic grace, it is a city which has three world heritage sites, when you visit Agra I will introduce you the rich culture of Agra in a very interesting way, telling you legendary tales and will also help you in photography, whenever you look behind to enjoy your beautiful memories in free moments of life you will remember me too :) Educational qualification * Masters in Indian History specialized in Medieval history * Graduate in Science Professional Experience * Guide license from Ministry of Tourism & culture, Government of India also called PAN INDIA (Pacific Across The Nation) * Tour guide training program * In 2010 conducted by state Government Uttar Pradesh tourism. * In 2013 under experienced historians, archaeologists, architects and researchers, conducted by *Ministry Of Tourism, central government * First Aid training (Good man rescue faculty) * Tour leader training conducted by Explore Authorised * Authorised to work inside the Monuments * Authorised to accompany to foreign nation guests in open bazaars, museums & public places * I can book your train tickets, car, bus, hotels, restaurants & other tour related services * Authorised to work inside the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Achievements * I have guided very well-known guests like- Mr. Gary Philip Nelson, Attorney at Law in USA, Miss world Carolina, Mr. Hinduja CEO of gulf Oil and his business partners Mr. & Mrs. Paul, royal family of Saudi Arabia, Natasha Ward (actress & model), Grazi Massafera an actress, Ciao Castro an actor, Michaela an actress, book writer Mam Rose (Flora's Empire), Nan Legeai retired CEO Celine Dorota Salomon Architectural engineer and ventriloquist David Pendleton *My interview in international newspapers Restrictions * Pickup/drop in countryside hotel (more than 15km. radius from city centre) additional charge will be applicable please ask for quote * Adding more places other than the itinerary USD 20 will be charged per place * Tour hours exceed than mentioned time on published tours/splitting tour in parts than regular hours or after 8pm. extra charges will be applicable * A guide can not drive In India during tours, so professional driver will be arranged for you if its included in purchased tour With gratitude Monika
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"Visit the glory of the Mughal era" With Your Local Guide
Overview of your Agra tour
"Visit the glory of the Mughal era in the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra, India and marvel at its beauty and architecture" It is a cultural/historical tour of Agra, in this day tour we visit one of the the modern wonder of the world "Taj Mahal" (listed in UNESCO). Agra had proud to be the capital two times in history during the reign of Lodi and Mughal empire. In present it is also famous for multi-cuisine, special sweet known as Petha, leather goods, marble inlay work, snacks known as Daalmoth, also has proud to be home of three world heritage sites and much more. NOTE *If you are a night before in Agra, we can start visit of Taj Mahal early in the morning, there we enjoy heavenly view of the Taj Mahal at sunrise time with the calmness of the morning , singing of the birds, morning (soothing) light for photos and less crowd. *I can also Guide you in North and West India like Delhi, Jaipur and other cities, for quote, please contact. *This is a fully customized tour, itinerary can be planned as per your need.
Recent Reviews
Boris W.
Loved my Taj Mahal / Agra Fort tour with Monika - she is a super knowledgeable guide plus a really nice and fun person
Siddhartha R.United States
Monika was excellent! She scheduled our tour in a way to avoid the summer Agra heat, and promptly met us at the hotel at the specified time. She was very knowledgeable regarding the history of Agra, Taj Mahal and also took us to local merchants. I had American friends with me, and this was their first trip out of US. As the Taj mahal was a must-see for them, Monika provided a thorough and enjoyable experience. Without hesitation, I would recommend her tour to anyone visiting Agra.
Ashok N.United States
Last month we visited Agra and Jaipur with our children and grandkids. Monika Sharma was our guide in Agra and accompanied us to Jaipur as well. She is a wonderful guide with great knowledge of monuments, local customs and was very helpful in explaining history of India to our children and grandkids. We really enjoyed her company and will use her again on future visits to India.
Ojustwin N.United States
Monica was a fantastic guide. She was very knowledgeable and excellent in her communication. Monica was also very effective in fitting in for us both the Taj + Mausoleum and Agra fort in a short time window (4-5 hrs). She also took us to some local merchants of which we specifically enjoyed the marble souvenirs.
Anindita B.United States
We had a wonderful trip to the Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri with Monica. She was very knowledgeable and brought us to great sites. We would recommend Monica to anyone visiting and looking for a tour guide!
Your Agra tour itinerary
* I will come to meet you at the place mentioned by you while confirming the tour for example it could be, train station or bus station, airport, hotel or any place within Agra. * We start our day tour with the visit of "Taj Mahal" also known as a paradise on earth. * After Taj Mahal, visit marble inlaid demonstration there we see the making of Taj Mahal, rugs making and also get the opportunity to meet the local artist, they are the direct descendants of those artisan who worked over the Taj mahal. * Lunch outside in a local restaurant. * Thereafter visit Agra fort, another world heritage site in Agra listed in U. N. E. S. C. O. *NOTE: * Taj Mahal remains closed on every Friday. * If you want to split this tour in two parts it should be within 6 hours time limit.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Arranged by traveler.
What's included
Other: * Government approved licensed guide service, authorized from ministry of tourism India, to accompany the foreign guests anywhere in India.
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What's not included
Other: ESTIMATED CASH NEEDED – USD 150 – When travelers are doing this tour, many kind of personal expenses like entrance fee of monuments, food, drinks, accommodation, personal expenses, they fall in love with beautiful fabrics, textiles, handmade art pieces and would like to buy them, few paid photographic subjects too in tour like snake charmers, so some amount of money has to paid directly or tipping at any point…..
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Tastings
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Classes Workshop
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Meeting location
Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
Airport, hotel, railway station etc.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Day Trip
Tour reference number
259987
Languages
English
HindiActivity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
4.9
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Agra best suited for?
This private tour in Agra is perfect for travellers who want to explore the rich cultural and historical heritage of the Mughal era with a local guide. It's ideal for those interested in visiting iconic sites like the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, and it suits families, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns due to its kid-friendly and wheelchair-accessible nature. Additionally, if you're looking to connect with a local for deeper insights into Agra's history and culture, this tour is a great choice.
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6 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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6 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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