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Full Day New and Old Delhi City Tour: Explore the Historic Monuments and Vibrant Culture
4.8
209 Ratings
New Delhi
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and explore the historic monuments of New and Old Delhi on this full-day city tour. Customize your itinerary to suit your preferences and discover the captivating charm of this enigmatic city.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- New Delhi - Our driver will reach at your hotel, airport, railway station (or other desired pickup location in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram) to pick you up and start the tour
- Friday Mosque (Jama Masjid) - Jama Masjid, also known as the Friday Mosque, this architectural wonder made of red sandstone can hold around 25,000 people at one go. Built by emperor Shah Jahan, it is the largest and the most splendid mosque in India. Visitors must wear traditional clothes and remove their shoes before entering the mosque.
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Rickshaw Tours - Enjoy Amazing Rikshaw Ride in Old Delhi, during Rikshaw Ride you will see Famous jalebi wala (Est. 1884), Shish Ganj Gurudwara (Pass By), Naguri Chai in Chandni Chok,
Spice Market, China Ram a famous Halwai (Confectioner) of old Delhi, Parathe Wali Gali (Food Street) Via Moti bazar , Kinari Market etc. - Chandni Chowk - Chandni Chowk, Shahjahanabad’s (old Delhi) main drag, this ancient bazaar is sure to knock you sideways with its mind-boggling array of eating places and shops selling clothes, shawls, footwear, jewellery, handicrafts, electronics, and whatnot. This bazaar dating back to the Mughal era is ideal for a hasty souvenir binge before you head home.
- Khari Baoli - Dive into the riot of colours at Khari Baoli, Asia’s largest spice market in old Delhi. This market as old as the 17th century encompasses hundreds of shops selling local and exotic spices from around the country. Witness huge sacks filled with black salt, tamarind, turmeric, red chilies, and nutmeg lined across the narrow streets.
- Red Fort - Housing the Mughals for nearly two centuries, the Red Fort took almost ten years to build. Listed one among the UNESCO World Heritage sites, this colossal sandstone structure features excellent Islamic architecture. An eminent historic hotspot, each year on Republic Day the Prime Minister of India hoists the Tricolor from its glorious ramparts.
- Agrasen Ki Baoli - Leamigo - A remarkable monument to discover, Agrasen ki Baoli dates back to the 14th century. Characterizing around 103 steps descending to the bottom, the rare beauty of this step-well is sure to set your eyes reeling. During your trip, you might just get lucky to hear some eerie stories related to this place.
- Gurudwara Bangla Sahib - Spot the onion-shaped domes shining in the sun of this marvellous Sikh shrine (gurdwara) made out of glistening white marble. Carrying immense religious significance this spot is swarmed by countless devotees around the year. It is said that the water of the large water tank set in its premises possesses healing powers.
- India Gate - This 42m high imposing stone memorial in the shape of a massive arch was designed by Lutyens back in 1921. Built-in the memory of around 90,000 Indian Army soldiers, this monument pays tribute to the Bravehearts who lost their lives during World War I, Northwest Frontier operations, and the 1919 Anglo-Afghan War.
- Parliament House - One of the most captivating landmarks in the capital city of India, Parliament House, also known as the Sansad Bhavan is an epic spot to witness. In the year 1947, this building was the place where Britain handed over the powers to the newly independent India. Visitors are not allowed inside.
- President House - Also known as the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President’s House is a plush building encompassing 2.5km of corridors, 340 rooms, a dome shape Durbar Hall, an intriguing presidential library, and a captivating Ashoka Hall. There are several other lavish areas surrounding the President’s House that are worth witnessing.
- National Museum - The National Museum stands as a bastion of India’s rich cultural heritage and history. Its extensive collection spans over 5,000 years, showcasing art, artifacts, and archaeological treasures from across the country. Visitors explore diverse exhibits, from ancient civilizations to modern Indian art, in this captivating institution.
- Mahatma Gandhi Museum - Gandhi Smriti, is a poignant memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the Indian nation. Formerly known as Birla House, it’s where Gandhi spent his last 144 days and was tragically assassinated in 1948. The museum preserves his life, teachings, and the room where he lived.
- Lotus Temple - popular as Bahai House of Worship, this tranquil place of worship is constructed in the form of a lotus flower. Aimed to bring various faiths together, this masterpiece was designed in the year 1986 by Fariborz Sahba, an Iranian-Canadian architect. Visitors can enter the temple to offer prayers or can meditate silently.
- Qutub Minar - This towering Afghan-style victory minaret is unmissable. Sultan Qutb-ud-din proclaimed his supremacy over the defeated rulers of Qila Rai Pithora by erecting this 73m high structure. The tower has five storeys and projecting balconies. The intricate bands made of sandstone encircling the tower bear verses from the holy book of Quran.
- New Delhi - With us your Delhi city tour will be a true delight! In the end, we would drop you off at your desired location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram.
What's Included
- Private tour
- Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi
- Transport by private, air-conditioned car
- Hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off
- All sightseeing with private local professional guide (if option chosen)
- Entrance fees to monuments (if option chosen)
- Lunch (If Option Chosen)
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Personal care and attention
- Bottles of mineral water during journey
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Amazingly photogenic and fabulously chaotic, the ever-pulsating heart of India is none other than Delhi. One city that is impossible to ignore, it out-and-out surprises you with an ultimate mix of age-old history, diverse culture, and lip-smacking cuisine.
Kick-start your Delhi city tour wandering past the cacophonous Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi). Hop in for a rickshaw ride just to witness Old Delhi’s thespian lanes, a multitude of street-food vendors, and astounding monuments emerging in-between clustered housing.
Continue Delhi sightseeing and discover a string of historic gems set in the overwhelming city of New Delhi. You will be hard pushed to ever forget your time spent in this enigmatic city.
Customization is available for this tour. If you wish to skip, change, or add any destination to the itinerary, we are happy to accommodate your preferences.
- The transfer durations provided are approximate; the exact duration may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
- Choose to Skip or Add Shopping—your adventure, your way!
- In case your hotel/pick up location is not mentioned while making the booking – please click on My Hotel Is Not Listed option on the Booking Checkout Page and then manually enter your Hotel Name
- Monuments entrance fees is different for Foreigners, SAARC/BIMSTEC Countries and Indian/OCI Cardholder (Valid ID is required to get tickets accordingly)
- The National Museum, Gandhi Smriti, and Lotus Temple are closed every Monday.
- This tour is customizable to suit your preferences. If you wish to tailor the tour to your liking, please inform us after booking. We will gladly accommodate any adjustments you desire.
Location
New Delhi
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(209 Ratings)
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175shashanks
Jul 17, 2024
Amazing Day Trip in New Delhi with Family - Naveen Yadav was our guide &Balwant Yadav was our driver. Naveen is super knowledgeable of all places and patient in helping us.
Balwant was a very safe and patient driver.
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Julio_r
Jul 16, 2024
You need this tour to have a chance to see Old and New Delhi in a day - This was one of the best decisions we have made. Sights in Delhi are spread out, and a tour could give you a chance to see more in less time. We were lucky to have Shyam as our driver, since he took us to Agra the previous day. We loved his driving and did a fantastic job. Our guide was Bhanu, and he is a Delhi professional. His father and grandfather were your guides, so he has knowledge running in his blood. They both took excellent care of us. Bhanu made sure we were aware of our surroundings, and knew ways to streamline the process of visiting places. I recommend following his advice since he has the experience. An day before the tour I got a WhatsApp message with practical recommendations, and the company was very professional in their follow up. I absolutely recommend this tour!
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Avanti_m
Jul 5, 2024
Wonderful guide (Lucky... - Wonderful guide (Lucky aka Bhanu Pratap Singh) and driver (Raj)! We picked the tour + entrance tickets + food + guide option. I would recommend this trip to anyone wanting a quick overview of important monuments in Old and New Delhi, with the convenience of a vehicle and a knowledgable guide who provides the context for each place visited and willing to answer questions. Both Lucky and Raj were pleasant, courteous, and as chatty/mindful of space as needed. Lunch was worth it and sumptuous (fixed menu but adjustments were made on spice and ghee/oil content). The itinerary can be customized if you prefer. My husband (American) and I (Indian) customized to get an overview of the layered histories of Delhi. We skipped the museums and Gurudwara, and added Humayun's tomb to the list of 14 stops provided in the tour description. Amit (operator) was very gracious and willing to communicate when we contacted him right after making the booking (on the app). Final note -- given the number of stops, you spend anywhere from 15 minutes to 45 minutes at each stop. For e,g. we looked at Lotus temple from the outside since the line waiting to get in would have taken a long time.
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Al_s
Jun 26, 2024
Fantastic tour of Delhi Old City - We had a really enjoyable time in Delhi Old City and around the spice market with our guide Raj and our driver, sorry we forgot his name.. I would highly recommend Raj he was able to give us an informative history of the locations we visited
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Ranjith_k
Jun 24, 2024
Nice trip - Very nice tour. Guide was very helpful and nice. They politely clarified things and spent necessary time in each place.
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Gerald_c
Jun 17, 2024
Excellent Delhi tour - Navi Yadav was an excellent tour guide. Great knowledge of Delhi’s history. He is also extremely personable.
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Lesley_c
May 19, 2024
Good day out - Naveen was a very knowledgeable guide who clearly has an interest in history. Driver also excellent.
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Leestoj
May 11, 2024
This is the best tour! - We had a wonderful day with Lucky, our guide, today. We visited many monuments and memorials and saw so much more than we expected to. Lucky provided lots of information and stories of both history and culture. The rickshaw ride was so much fun and the driver kept us very safe through the crowded and narrow streets of Old Delhi. Lunch was fabulous and gave us a taste of a variety of Indian dishes. Our day was well planned by Lucky and was flexible to meet our needs. Lucky is extremely knowledgeable and has a great sense of humour so we highly recommend him as a guide. Our driver, Vivek, was excellent, picking us up on time and engaging in interesting conversation as we drove through the busy traffic in Delhi. We felt very safe with Vivek driving and he provided excellent customer service. We loved this full day tour and it was a great introduction to Old and New Delhi as well as to India more broadly, for us.
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Shital_g
May 4, 2024
Highlights of Delhi - Highly recommend - Brilliant tour with a great guide. Throughly enjoyed the day and so much to see and learn. Highly recommend this tour.
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Breno_m
May 8, 2024
I would do without included tickets - The driver and the guide were good. I just felt I little bit rushed… also the visit at Gurudawa site was ommited even if it is part of the itinerary. The guide made me choose 2 from 3 site than Gurudawa was forgotten. It was a little bit rushed overall…
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