Experience Old Delhi – A Journey Through Time
Step back into the Mughal era amidst the vibrant streets of Old Delhi. Your tour begins with a hotel pick-up and a visit to Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, built in 1648 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.
Enjoy a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, one of the busiest and most colorful bazaars in India—a truly unique experience of weaving through narrow lanes and lively markets.
Continue visit with the Red Fort, an iconic Mughal monument, where you can stop to take memorable photos from outside. Next, visit Purana Qila (Old Fort), once a Mughal stronghold. This massive fort, nearly two kilometers in circumference, showcases some of the finest Mughal architecture and offers a quieter, more reflective atmosphere today.
The tour then moves to Raj Ghat, the serene memorial where Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of truth and non-violence, was cremated.
End the day with some shopping before being transferred back to your hotel.
Pick-up can also be arranged from any convenient location in New Delhi.
You will be picked up from your hotel or the airport in Delhi to begin your tour. Start with a visit to Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, built in 1648 by Shah Jahan. This grand monument, with a courtyard that can hold up to 25,000 people, is the final architectural masterpiece of the Mughal emperor. Rickshaw Ride Experience a traditional rickshaw ride through the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk Bazaar. The ride offers a unique perspective of Old Delhi, allowing you to witness its vibrant markets and lively atmosphere up close.
Visit the Red Fort (Lal Qila), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built between 1638 and 1648 in red sandstone, its massive walls stretch about 2 km, rising from 18 metres on the river side to 33 metres on the city side. (Closed on Mondays).
Visit the historic Purana Qila, the Old Fort of the Mughals, known for some of the finest Mughal-era structures. The fort is roughly rectangular, with a circuit of nearly two kilometers, surrounded by massive ramparts and three grand gateways flanked by bastions. A wide moat, once connected to the Yamuna River, encircled the fort. The northern gateway, called the Talaqi Darwaza (Forbidden Gate), blends Islamic pointed arches with Hindu-style chhatris and brackets. The southern gateway, known as the Humayun Darwaza, was built with a different architectural design.
After visiting Purana Qila, proceed to Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Located on the banks of the Yamuna, it marks the site of his cremation and is home to the eternal flame. The black marble platform bears the epitaph ‘He Ram,’ Gandhi’s last words after he was shot."
Finally, enjoy shopping in Delhi, a city known for its vibrant markets and wide variety of goods. From textiles and ready-to-wear clothing to jewellery, shoes, bags, leather products, carpets, handicrafts, and both traditional and contemporary art, Delhi offers something for everyone. Each market has its own character and atmosphere, making shopping here a unique and memorable experience.
At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at the airport or any preferred location in New Delhi.
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