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Delhi in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Delhi lets you pair the capital with the Taj Mahal. This 2-day Delhi itinerary covers Old and New Delhi on day one and an Agra day trip on day two — with the top-rated tours to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Old & New Delhi sights
  2. 2Street-food tour
  3. 3Day 2: Taj Mahal day trip
  4. 4Agra Fort & return

Day 1: the capital

Spend day one on Old Delhi (Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk) and New Delhi (Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate), finishing with a street-food tour.

Day 2: the Taj Mahal

On day two, take the fast Gatimaan Express or a private car to Agra for the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, returning to Delhi in the evening.

Tip: book Agra ahead

Remember the Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays, and the sunrise visit is the most magical — book your day trip and train early.

Delhi in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Delhi?
Two days lets you see Old and New Delhi on day one and take a Taj Mahal day trip to Agra on day two — the ideal short itinerary for first-time visitors.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Delhi?
The Red Fort and Chandni Chowk, Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb, a street-food tour, and the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra.
Is the Taj Mahal a good day trip from Delhi?
Yes — Agra is about 1.5–2 hours by the fast Gatimaan Express, making the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort an excellent and very popular day trip from Delhi.