The world heritage sites of Agra and Fatehpur Sikri have an extensive tourism industry dependence in the region. The study contextualizes the work and standards of living of tour guides in those areas by exploring the evolution of their professionThe report contextualizes the work of tour guides in Agra and Fatehpur Sikri androceeds to explore their livelihood by understanding the evolution of the profession, impact of governmental policies and challenges that the industry faces.