A fast, comfortable ride north on a well-built expressway, one of the smoothest long rides in the region and a natural day trip given Agra's status as home to the Taj Mahal. The Taj itself needs little introduction, best visited early morning for softer light and thinner crowds, while Agra Fort's red sandstone ramparts offer a view back across the river to the monument. Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb, often called the 'Baby Taj,' and the riverside Mehtab Bagh garden add quieter alternative viewpoints. Expect heavy tourist traffic and persistent touts near the main monuments. Given the sightseeing time needed, many riders treat this as a long day trip or add an overnight stay.
