6 days in North India Itinerary

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

On the 31st (Fri), explore the historical opulence of Agra Fort and then admire the landmark architecture of Jahangir Mahal. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the landmark architecture of Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, admire the landmark architecture of Taj Mahal, then admire the striking features of Diwan E Aam, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mina Masjid.

To see reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Agra online sightseeing planner.

London, UK to Agra is an approximately 13.5- hour combination of flight and train. You can also do a combination of train and flight. You'll lose 5 hours traveling from London to Agra due to the time zone difference. In July, Agra is much warmer than London - with highs of 40°C and lows of 31°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can go by car to New Delhi.

Designed by notable English architects and proclaimed India's capital in 1931, New Delhi sits in the middle of a sprawling metropolitan area with a population of over 25 million.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sun): take in panoramic vistas at Qutub Minar, then admire the landmark architecture of Humayun's Tomb, and then contemplate the long history of India Gate. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon): contemplate the long history of Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan), and then admire the natural beauty at Akshardham.

For maps, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our New Delhi trip planning site.

Traveling by car from Agra to New Delhi takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. August in New Delhi sees daily highs of 40°C and lows of 31°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Amritsar.

A holy city, Amritsar stands as the spiritual and cultural capital of Sikhism, and the location of the religion's most revered and holiest shrine.

On the 4th (Tue), don't miss a visit to Akal Takht, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Harmandir Sahib, and then admire the natural beauty at Jallianwala Bagh.

To find reviews, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Amritsar trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by flight from New Delhi to Amritsar takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. August in Amritsar sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 29°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.