Private Shopping tour in Agra

The city of Agra was founded by Sikandar Lodi in 1504, home to one of the most visited monument in the world “The Taj Mahal”. During the Mughal era the city flourished as one of the important economical centers of the world attracting merchants from all over the world. Agra is a melting pot with history, culture, food, architecture & handicrafts.

Handicrafts from Agra have always been favored by the travelers who have visited the city and have also put Agra on the world map for its handicrafts and shopping. The art of making these handicrafts has been passed on from generation to generation have remained in the family of the craftsmen for centuries now. Despite of the modern techniques they still rely on the same traditional methods as used by their forefathers.

The city specializes in handicrafts such as the marble inlay; hand knotted Persian carpets, zari & zardozi – hand embroidery, precious and semi precious stone and jewelry and leather work.

 

The shopping tour covers the various local bazaars and retail stores famous for the various handicrafts which are customized as per your desire and choice. Visiting the working craftsmen gives you the insight and in-depth knowledge of the items being made where in you get the chance to speak to the craftsmen and click pictures, the best part of this tour is you are not put under any kind of pressure to buy the articles.

 

There is a lot on offer during this tour

 

Marble Inlay Workshop

Handmade Jewelry

The making of the hand knotted carpets

Customized & readymade clothes

Patchwork bed sheet & bed spread

Indian spices and tea