Discover the fascinating blend of ancient monuments and modern markets in Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi. Explore historic sites, visit art galleries, and shop at boutique stores on this engaging walking tour.
- Hauz Khas Village - You will be picked up from your hotel in New Delhi in an air conditioned vehicle. Your guide will escort you to Hauz Khas Village, a lovely blend of history and modernity in New Delhi. The area was first occupied by Alauddin Khilji who excavated the water tank which gave the place its name, Hauz Khas (Royal Tank). As you enter the monuments complex, you will see a T-shaped building, made up of a long, colonnaded assembly hall that stretches from the north to the south. Next to it is the mosque, which would have been the place of prayer for those who lived and worked here. His tomb is the focal point of this complex.
As you walk. you will discover other monuments and pavilions throughout the gardens. There are some tombs, containing the remains of teachers of the madrasa.
The walking tour will take you through the various monuments, tombs and the narrow colorful, lively lanes of the village. There will be time to do some shopping. You will be driven back to your hotel in Delhi.
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- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional guide
- Snacks
- Bottle of mineral water & refreshments
- Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
This two hour walking tour blends historic and modern New Delhi. We will explore the Hauz Khas Village complex which was built by the Khiljis and Tughlaqs in the 13th century. Your walk will include a tour of the ancient monuments and reservoir along with the 21st century marketplace, art galleries and boutique shops.
Highlights
• Monuments Complex
• Colonnaded Assembly Hall
• Firoz Shah tomb
• Shopping at various art galleries and boutiques
- Children under age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult
- Partially Wheelchair accessible
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.