Delhi Slum Tour: Experience Unique Traditions at Sanjay Colony, Dhobi Ghat, and Agrasen Ki Baoli
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Immerse yourself in the unique traditions of Delhi's Sanjay Colony Slum, witness the expertise of traditional washer-men at Dhobi Ghat, and be captivated by the haunting beauty of Agrasen Ki Baoli. Book now for an eye-opening experience!
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Okhla Vihar - Sanjay Colony slum is not as large as “Dharavi” slums of Mumbai, however It covers an 18 acre area and has 45,000 residents. This area earlier was a forest when dwellers started coming to the area in 1979. Sanjay Colony slum visit gives an insight into the life of its dwellers where dwellers are busy in their indigenous cottage industries styled units.

Although poor but the dwellers have got enough talent to earn their living their way.

You will come across religious structures from temples to mosques, a small doctor’s office to schools and may garment making units.

  • Connaught Place - Visit The land of the “Dhobis” (traditional washer-men) comes alive every morning with the sound of clothes being beaten against concrete slabs. The Yamuna river is far, so the ghat relies on borewell water, chilamchis (cement tubs), hauds (tanks), naandis (pools) and hydras, electric machines that soak out water. In an age when washing machines have become part of households, why do people still give their clothes to dhobis? Actually most people clean their clothes in washing machines, but for major cleaning, they rely on Dhobis.
  • Ugrasen Ki Baoli - Agrasen ki Baoli is definitely an architectural marvel. It has three stories and 108 steps which goes down to the well. Agrasen Ki Baoli also has a resemblance to the baolis or baodis (stepwells) in Gujarat and Rajasthan. The water inside the well of Agrasen Ki Baoli is said to hypnotise people and allure them to commit suicide. It is said that the well had black water, which mysteriously killed people. People don’t go there in the evenings due to the stories about place as being haunted. To conclude, you will be driven back to your hotel in Delhi.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Guide during the Slum Visit only
What's Not Included
  • Meals
Additional Information

Embark on a three-part tour of Delhi, visiting the distinctive Sanjay Colony Slum. Witness the unique skills of India’s traditional laundry community at ‘Dhobi Ghat’. Be captivated by the eerie allure and antiquated charm of Agrasen Ki Baoli. The further you venture, the more removed you feel from the outside world. Enjoy the comfort of a hotel pick-up in Delhi as you’re escorted to these enlightening destinations.

Location
Okhla Vihar
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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348viktoriad
Jun 22, 2024
A must for Those who wish to see another side of India and not just the usual spots - The tour is a must for those who wish to experience India, besides the usual touristic attractions. Good guide and the operator who served us was also very competent
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292aurel
Jun 20, 2024
Amazing work and living spaces in the slum, small manufacturing hubs inside too! - This was without a doubt one of the best things I have done in the city of Delhi. It is amazing to have the opportunity to walk around both the work and living spaces within the slum. It is so interesting to see what goes on in each of the workplaces. Dolly was a fantastic guide. She was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions at both the slum and its local lives. She was very friendly and made sure I was on my way safely after the tour too. The tour is also great value so highly recommend!
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Anthea_g
Feb 29, 2024
Amazing tour total eye opener. - We had an amazing experience with the gorgeous Dolly she was so passionate about the area and told wonderful stories of growing up there. It was just joyful meeting her and so many of the locals who were so happy and kind. I highly recommend this tour.
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Anna_b
Mar 21, 2023
Interesting experience - I was traveling with my 14 years old son. We picked this tour based on reviews, people highly recommend this tour. We were a little scared at the beginning when locals gathered around us and were staring at us as our tour guide was making introductions. We had amazing tour guide Vijay, he assured us that it would be safe. It was indeed safe, I felt absolutely safe inside slum area. Locals were very friendly, kids were following us saying "Hello" and asking where did we come from. We visited doctor's office, temple, school, and a small community center. As other noted, locals have very limited means, but they keep up with their lives and are just trying to make a living.
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Bruceah9703ky
Sep 16, 2022
Spirited people having no complaints towards the life - Spirited people proudly making their ends meet, dwellers in the slum are hard working people who are always busy in some or other work to survive. Though they had small spaces but still I saw their national flag proudly adorning their rooftops. So motivational! Also the stepwell that was shown before the slum tour was astonishing.
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Suzuh2345
Sep 15, 2022
Slums dwellers building their lives bit by bit - It was heartening to see slum dwellers are building their lives bit by bit , collecting all the pieces together of the puzzle called life...
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Kristenallison613
Nov 10, 2019
Fabulous local tour - Excellent tour to see life in Delhi! If you’re done touring the Delhi monuments, temples, mosques, etc... this is the tour for you! Guide was extremely knowledgeable of area and provided a wealth of information of the local Delhi people. Very interesting to see first hand the living and working conditions and how everyone works together to provide a close knit community. We were picked up in air conditioned car, safely driven to all locations and felt safe at all times.
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