Mawsynram to Agra

• Guide Hire

  Only hire government-approved guides at the Taj Mahal.
• Footwear

  Wear comfortable walking shoes for the extensive fort tours.
• Water

  Always carry bottled water to stay hydrated in the heat.
• Photography

  Check rules for camera usage inside the monuments.
• Local Food

  Try the famous Petha sweet of Agra.

• Touts

  Ignore aggressive touts offering cheap tours.
• Valuables

  Keep your wallet and phone secure in crowded areas.
• Transport

  Use pre-paid auto-rickshaws from the station.
• Emergency

  Keep the tourist police helpline number handy.

• Is Agra safe for tourists?
  Yes, it is a major tourist hub with high security.
• How to reach from Delhi?
  Take the Gatimaan Express or Yamuna Expressway by car.
• Can I visit in summer?
  It is very hot; avoid if possible.
• Are there direct trains?
  Yes, the Brahmaputra Mail connects Guwahati to Agra.
• What is the best way to travel?
  Flight to Delhi followed by train is the most efficient.

• From Mawsynram, Meghalaya, India
• To Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
• Modes

November to February for comfortable sightseeing in Agra.