New Delhi Experience
Private guided tour of a modern megapolis which was the seat of power for over a 1000 years.
Old Delhi tour
Rs 5000/person onwards
Private car
9 Hours
Guided tour
A city frozen in the 17th century
Old Delhi takes us back to the 17th century to the Mughal Era. We will visit Jama Masjid India’s most magnificent mosque, the majestic Red Fort, the charming old bazaars of Chandn Chowk, Asia’s largest spice market at Khari Baoli , Dariba Khan the famous Gems & Jewelry bazaar, Kinari Bazaar the wedding shopping destination and Sis Ganj Gurudwara, revered by the Sikh community.
Red Fort
This 17th century Fort of the Mughal Kings reflects the zenith of creativity prevalent in architecture during the Mughal Era. The Red Fort is a fusion of Indian, Persian and European Art. It is also famous for being the venue of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru’s “Freedom at Mid Night” speech on 15th Aug 1947 after India’s Independence.
Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques in the world. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, the builder of Taj Mahal. After the construction of the monument in 1656, it remained the royal mosque of the emperors until the end of the Mughal period.
Chandni Chowk
Chandni Chowk is a great place for the feel of the medieval bazaars of India! It was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as part of his new capital Shahjahanabad. . It was initially shaped as a square at the centre of which was a pool that shimmered in the moonlight which is what the market is named after. The shops around the bazaar were arranged in a half moon pattern around the square. Legend has it that Shah Jahan had Chandni Chowk built so that his daughter Jahan Ara could buy whatever she wanted! Today it is the largest wholesale market in Asia. This market is also famous for affordable fashion covering daily-wear sarees to bridal sarees, suits and lehengas.
Kinari Bazaar
Kinari Bazaar is a popular destination for wedding shopping. The bazaar has a fantastic collection of Fabric and silver ware. Kinari bazaar is also famous for unique laces, borders and bead work.
Sis Ganj
Sis Ganj is the place of martyrdom of Guru Teg Bahadur, the ninth Sikh guru and hence is a place of great reverence for the Sikh community. It is one of the most popular Gurudwaras in Delhi. The main sanctum is located at the centre of the monument and its very pleasing to hear the kirtans and bhajans . The kitchen prepares food for hundreds of people everyday for devotees irrespective of their religion.
Dariba Khan
Set up by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, Dariba Khan in Persian means ‘big unparalleled pearl. It is a great market for gems and jewelry. Today it is famous for its bridal collection and antique jewelry.
Khari Baoli
Khari Baoli used to be a salt water step well in the 17th century. Today it is Asia’s largest spice market. It is a great place to shop for chili, nuts, unrefined spices, grains, unrefined pink salt, black salt, pulses, rice, herbs, and dry fruits.
Private Tour
A private tour ensures that we are able to focus all our attention on you and adjust the pace of the tour according to your interests. Pick and drop from Delhi hotel in an airconditioned vehicle is included in the Old Delhi tour.
Strenghening local community
Our company is helping the local communities by training & employing local guides and by procuring their wares to strengthen their livelihood.
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Pricing Chart
4+ persons
Rs5000/person
- Pick and drop
- Travel by Innova (AC)
- Guide
- Entrance charges
- Indian lunch (vegetarian)
2-3 persons
Rs6000/person
- Pick and drop
- Travel by Sedan (AC)
- Guide
- Entrance charges
- Indian lunch (vegetarian)
1 person
Rs9000
- Pick and drop
- Travel by Sedan (AC)
- Guide
- Entrance charges
- Indian lunch (vegetarian)
Trip Itinerary
Old Delhi tour.
8:30 AM - Hotel pick up in Delhi
Jama Masjid
Red Fort
Chandni Chowk
Khari Baoli
Sis Ganj
Kinari Bazaar
Dariba Khan
530PM- Drop to hotel
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