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Explore the walled city of ancient Delhi on a private tour. Visit the Jama Masjid mosque, the Red Fort, the Chandni Chowk Bazaar, the Raj Ghat memorial, and the tomb of Mahatma Gandhi.

Highlights

• Discover the walled city of ancient Delhi and visit the imposing Jama Masjid
• Admire the famous Red Fort, a 17th-century palace complex and World Heritage Site
• Enjoy a rickshaw ride to the famous Chandni Chowk Bazaar and Raj Ghat memorial
• Visit the tomb of Mahatma Gandhi and learn about his pacifist movement
• See the Qutab Minar, the largest brick-built minaret in the world

Description

Discover the walled city of ancient Delhi on a guided tour. Visit the imposing Jama Masjid mosque, admire the famous Red Fort, and see the Qutab Minar, the largest brick-built minaret in the world. After being picked up from your hotel, head to the walled city of ancient Delhi. Inside this fortified area, visit the imposing Jama Masjid mosque, one of the largest in India, with domes and minarets visible from many parts of the city. Continue to the famous Red Fort. This 17th-century palace complex, a World Heritage Site, was commissioned by Shah Jahan I, the emperor of the Mughal Dynasty, who also built Agra's Taj Mahal. From the Red Fort, begin a rickshaw ride, which will take you to the famous Chandni Chowk Bazaar, the Raj Ghat memorial, and Ghandi's tomb. Here, remember some of the history of this most famous of Indians, a leader in the pacifist movement, as you visit the important monument. In the afternoon, after having had some free time to eat, head to New Delhi to see the Qutab Minar, the largest brick-built minaret in the world. Did you know that it was only constructed in order to surpass another tower in Afghanistan, which until then was the tallest? Finally, admire the architecture of the Gates of India, the national parliament, and the presidential palace, before finally heading back to your hotel in Delhi.

Includes

Guided tour of ancient and New Delhi Visit to Jama Masjid mosque Exploration of the Red Fort Rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk Bazaar Visit to Raj Ghat memorial and Gandhi's tomb Visit to Qutab Minar Sightseeing of the Gates of India, national parliament, and presidential palace Transportation back to hotel

Important Information

• Wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking. Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun. Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated. Respect local customs and dress modestly when visiting religious sites.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund