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3-Hour Old Delhi Heritage Walking Tour With Rickshaw Ride

1. 3-Hour Old Delhi Heritage Walking Tour With Rickshaw Ride

Benefit from a pick-up by a local guide and walk to the nearest metro station to start your tour of Old Delhi. If your hotel is far from the metro station, your guide will pick you up by tuk-tuk and take you to the station. Explore the Red Fort, spread over 255 acres, connecting Old and New Delhi. Built in 1648, this Fort has royal residences, sections for public audiences used by Mughal emperors and fountains. Learn the history of Shah Jahan, who also commissioned the Taj Mahal in Agra, and admire the architecture of an era gone-by. Ride the metro to experience Delhi's lifeline first hand. Upon arrival in Old Delhi, stroll the streets to discover the heritage buildings and watch the lifestyle and culture come to life. Go to the Jama Masjid mosque, built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656. Dive down the lanes of Old Delhi to visit the bazaars, where your guide will share ancient stories. Stop on one of Old Delhi's most famous streets to taste an Indian paratha flatbread, commonly served as a snack. Go to one of the city's gurudwara (Sikh temples), and then travel by cycle rickshaw to the spice market to get an insight into the produce on sale. 

Old Delhi: Private Tour of Chandni Chowk, Tuk Tuk & Food

2. Old Delhi: Private Tour of Chandni Chowk, Tuk Tuk & Food

Discover Old Delhi on a guided tour. Explore Chandni Chowk on a tuk-tuk tour, stop at the local markets to try delicious street food, and see the India Gate. Begin your tour with a pickup from your hotel and drive to Old Delhi to visit Jama Masjid, also known as the Masjid-i Jehan-Numa. Visit this massive mosque, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and dating from the 1600s. Next, hop aboard a tuk-tuk and roam the streets of Chandni Chowk, the heart of Old Delhi. Explore this busy shopping area and enjoy the tantalizing smells wafting out from the markets full of spices, dried fruit, essential oils, and traditional sweets. See silver jewelry and vivid saris for sale. Stop to try local street food with your guide, learning the best stalls for each type of food in the area. After eating, continue to the Red Fort. Decide if you wish to pay to enter or just admire this historic fort from the outside. Finish your Old Delhi tour with a visit to India Gate. This war memorial sits astride the Rajpath, on the eastern edge of the ceremonial axis of New Delhi, formerly called Kingsway. Return to your hotel, driving past Parliament House.

Delhi: Old and New Delhi Private One Day Tour

3. Delhi: Old and New Delhi Private One Day Tour

Discover Delhi's UNESCO World Heritage Sites and other famous landmarks on a private full-day tour. Wander through local bazaars and markets, and see the Red Fort, India Gate, the Jama Mosques, and more. Begin your day with pickup from your Delhi hotel and make your way to the Red Fort for an outside view. Then, go to the Jama Masjid, old Delhi’s main mosque. From there, hop on a cycle rickshaw (if option selected) for a tour of the bustling Chandni Chowk Market. Next, explore the Kinnari Bazaar (wedding market), the textile market, the Nai Sarak book market, and the Khari Baoli-spice market. Afterward, board your private vehicle once again to head to the city’s imposing Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to admire its impressive architecture. Continue with a visit to the Raj Ghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. The tour will also stop at Humayun’s Tomb and the Qutub Minar, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, as well as India gate, the Houses of Parliament, the Lotus Temple, and much more. At the end of the tour, you will be dropped back off at your Delhi hotel.

Old Delhi: Street Food Tour

4. Old Delhi: Street Food Tour

Discover the rich variety of Indian cuisine on a guided street food tour through Old Dehli. Each region of India has its unique street food and Delhi is no exception. Visit the top vendors in Old Delhi and try the local specialties such as chole bature, dahi bhalla, and aloo chat. Enjoy parathas, lassi, and the very sweet jalebis and the local equivalent of rice pudding and bread and butter pudding. All of these dishes are vegetarian but meat eaters will have the option to try Indian fried chicken in the buzzing Matia Mahal neighborhood toward the end of the tour. In addition to sampling the best of Old Delhi’s street food, explore the largest spice market in Asia, take a stroll along Chandni Chowk, and stop to admire the imposing Jama Masjid. Take in the hustle and bustle of the narrow streets as you visit different locations by rickshaw.

Old Delhi: 3-Hour Tuk-Tuk/Rickshaw Tour

5. Old Delhi: 3-Hour Tuk-Tuk/Rickshaw Tour

This tour gives you a great introduction to the authentic old world charms of Delhi and helps you escape the nuisance of walking amongst the traffic. Meet your guide at the meeting point near Red Fort, then climb into a tuk-tuk, a modified version of the cycle rickshaw. Sit back and enjoy the views as you ride past the several colorful and busy bazaars of Old Delhi while your guide explains the important role that they play for the locals.  Your first stop is Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque. Spend some time walking around the red sandstone courtyard and if you are lucky, you can even climb up a minaret to see the views. Return to your tuk-tuk and ride through Khari Baoli, Asia's largest spice market which has existed since the 17th-century. Get hands-on information about the wonderful world of spices and their medicinal and health benefits. Build up your appetite as you take in the enticing sights and smells before stopping for a quick snack at the famous Chandni Chowk.  Head to your next stop, Gurudwara Sis Ganj, a significant prayer house for Sikhs. Spend some time interacting with locals and try your hand at langar, the community kitchen service. End the tour at Jain Mandir, home to a charitable hospital for birds. Learn about the tenets of the Jain religion before being returned to your initial meeting point near the Red Fort.

Delhi: 3-hour Old Delhi Rickshaw Ride and Guided Tour

6. Delhi: 3-hour Old Delhi Rickshaw Ride and Guided Tour

Embark on an amazing and fun journey to Old Delhi on this 3-hour rickshaw tour. Experience the best of India and its age-old traditions. Your tour will begin with the guide picking you up from your hotel, following which you will take the metro to Old Delhi. After reaching Old Delhi, hop on a rickshaw and soak up the lifestyle and culture of this colorful country, visiting historic markets like the jewelry market of Chandni Chowk. Following that, head towards the grand Jama Masjid (India’s second-largest mosque), built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan.  Make your way to the most colorful lane in old Delhi, Kinari Bazaar and stop for a quick snack break and sample parantha (stuffed flatbread) at a 150-year-old restaurant. After this delicious break, you'll head to the beautiful Gurudwara (a Sikh temple) where you will learn about the selfless and humanitarian services of the community kitchen. Last but not least, check out the spice market (Asia’s largest) where you can learn about the wonderful world of spices whilst learning about their health benefits.

Unlock Delhi: Food and Photography Full Day Tour

7. Unlock Delhi: Food and Photography Full Day Tour

Our food and photography walking tour of Delhi is an immersive and memorable experience that will allow you to learn about the city's culture, history, and food while capturing its essence and beauty with your smartphone or digital camera, regardless of your photography expertise. Experience the bustling energy of Delhi's downtown as people start their day. Begin with a visit to a famous temple, then hop on a rickshaw to weave your way through the narrow streets, capturing the vibrant colors and lively actions of this famed old town. Delve into the vibrant food culture of Delhi that will leave your taste buds craving for more. At carefully selected food stops, you'll discover hidden gems that have been serving authentic delicacies for generations, each with their own unique history and flavor. Whether it's the aromatic Indian fried breads with potato gravy, delicious sweet Jalebi's, or the mouth-watering tangy & spicy chaat, you'll be spoilt with the diverse array of culinary delights. Come with an open mind, a hungry stomach, and a sense of adventure, and be prepared to be blown away by the flavors and aromas that make Delhi a food lover's paradise. Afterwards, get ready to be transported to another world as you visit Khari Baoli, Asia's famous centuries-old spice market. The air is heavy with the aroma of exotic spices that have been traded here for generations. Wander through the narrow lanes and let your senses be dazzled by the colors, textures, and scents of the countless spices on display. Hop on the Delhi Metro and move to the greener side of the city - the Lutyens Zone or New Delhi as it is called. Capture stunning shots of the magnificent Raisina Hill and other colonial buildings with remarkable architecture. Visit Gurudwara Sikh temple, a colorful place, and sneak into their giant kitchen preparing meals for up to 100,000 people. Frame the peaceful mood in your pictures. Then we do a sit-down lunch stop at a Mughal-Indian specialty restaurant, where you'll experience the rich and exotic flavors of Delhi's famous cuisine (if selected). With so many food choices in Delhi, you'll be spoiled for choice! After the indulging lunch, take a leisurely walk through the nearby Lodhi Garden at golden hour, and capture the vibrant hues of the iconic monument, perfect for your photo collection. With the perfect balance of food, photography, and culture – our food & photography walk is an experience you won't want to miss!

Savor Old Delhi's Food and Heritage with our Walking Tour

8. Savor Old Delhi's Food and Heritage with our Walking Tour

Discover the heart of Old Delhi and indulge in a sensory overload of vibrant spices, traditional local food, and rich cultural heritage in the bustling alleyways of Chandni Chowk with your friendly local expert on our Food & Heritage Walking Tour while capturing its essence and beauty with your smartphone or digital camera, regardless of your photography expertise. Experience the bustling energy of Delhi's downtown as people start their day. Begin with a visit to a famous temple, then hop on a rickshaw to weave your way through the narrow streets, capturing the vibrant colors and lively actions of this famed old town. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with an array of mouth-watering local delicacies at carefully selected, hygienic spots - from sweet to savory, your palette will be taken on a wild ride with the different and colorful flavors of Delhi's downtown. This immersive tour is the ultimate way to experience city's rich culture, history, and food, as you capture its essence and beauty through your lens. So, get ready for an unforgettable adventure in one of the most vibrant and captivating areas of Delhi!

Old Delhi: Walking Tour with Akshardham Light & Water Show

9. Old Delhi: Walking Tour with Akshardham Light & Water Show

Start your exciting tour of Old Delhi with pickup from your hotel. Meet your guide and set off to explore the old part of the city together starting with the Jama Masjid Mosque. Find out about how it is India’s 2nd-largest mosque and was built by the Mughal emperor Shahjahan, in the 17th century. After exploring this gorgeous monument head into the narrow lanes of Old Delhi and learn about the culture and history of the district. Next, stop for a quick snack break of local delicacies including paratha (Indian Flatbread) at one of the oldest eateries in town. After filling your belly, head over to Gurudwara Sikh Temple. Learn a bit about the beauty and selfless devotion of Sikh culture in India as you bask in the spiritual atmosphere of the site. After this, take a rickshaw ride to the spice market of Delhi which is the largest in Asia. Get familiar with the world of spices and herbs and find out more about their medicinal properties and beauty benefits. Then, depart Old Delhi and move to Akshardham in the evening. Marvel at this spiritual-cultural complex that contains the largest Hindu temple in the World. Finally, witness the stunning light and sound show at the temple and let the beauty of place take over your senses. At the end of the show, get dropped-off back at your hotel where your memorable day of sightseeing concludes.

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What people are saying about Jama Masjid

The tour was amazing, it was totally worth it. We had Rajendra as our guide. He is just the Best! Speaks English fluently, very kind, funny, careful. We had a great time!

Highly recommended! 6-7 stops at various food spots in Old Delhi. Accompanied by a welcoming and nice guide :)

Saurabh was very flexible in working around what I wanted to do. Lots of go history and insights.

Wonderful trip and super guide, thank you so much! Unforgettable experience. Thank you Sam.

The whole day was perfect. The guide was so helpful. Thank you.