Delhi: Private Old & New Delhi Tour – Full or Half Day
Sis Ganj Guru Dwara, Delhi
Discover the charm of both Old and New Delhi on a private guided day tour, traveling in the comfort of an air-conditioned car.
Full-Day Delhi City Tour: Old and New Delhi Highlights
This full-day guided tour explores Old and New Delhi, ideal for travelers interested in history, culture, and architecture.
Tour Highlights
- Rickshaw ride through the busy lanes of Chandni Chowk
- Visit to Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque
- Exploration of Red Fort, a Mughal-era fortress
- Monument visits including Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, and Lotus Temple
- Drive past the Presidential House and Parliament buildings
- Taste traditional hot chai and samosa
Description
The tour begins with hotel pickup and a visit to the Red Fort, built by Emperor Shah Jahan. Explore Old Delhi with a rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, concluding at the Jama Masjid mosque.
After lunch, the itinerary continues in New Delhi with stops at the Qutub Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world, and Humayun’s Tomb, a precursor to the Taj Mahal’s design. You will also visit India Gate, a World War I memorial, and the Lotus Temple, notable for its lotus flower shape.
The final leg includes a drive past government landmarks such as the Presidential House and Parliament before returning to your accommodation.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off service
- Transport by air-conditioned car with driver
- Live tour guide
- Entry tickets to monuments (if option selected)
- Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi
- Bottled mineral water
- All applicable taxes
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Important Information
- On Mondays, the Red Fort and Lotus Temple are closed. Visits include Gurudwara Bangla Sahib instead.
- To experience the full tour covering both Old and New Delhi, start the tour before 11:00 AM. Tours starting after this time will cover New Delhi only, including India Gate, Parliament House, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, and Lotus Temple.
Cancellation Policy
Full refunds are available for cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance.
Book in advance and wear comfortable footwear. Morning departures are recommended to see all locations.
