Overview
Delhi, the capital city of India, is known for its rich cultural heritage, historical monuments, vibrant markets, delicious food, and bustling streets. Here's an overview of some popular tours in Delhi:
Heritage Walks: Heritage walks are a great way to explore the historical monuments and hidden gems of Old Delhi, including Jama Masjid, Red Fort, and Chandni Chowk. These guided walks provide an insight into the rich history and architecture of the city.
Food Tours: Delhi is a food lover's paradise, with a diverse range of street food and traditional cuisine. Food tours take you on a culinary journey to sample some of the city's most popular dishes, such as chaat, parathas, and kebabs.
City Sightseeing Tours: City sightseeing tours cover popular tourist attractions, such as India Gate, Lotus Temple, and Qutub Minar. These tours are available on foot, by bike, or by bus, and provide a comprehensive overview of the city's landmarks.
Cycling Tours: Cycling tours are a fun and eco-friendly way to explore Delhi. These tours cover the city's parks, markets, and historical monuments, and allow you to experience Delhi's vibrant street culture up close.
Night Tours: Delhi's nightlife is lively and exciting, with night markets, street food, and entertainment. Night tours take you to the city's most happening spots and provide a glimpse into its after-hours culture.
Photography Tours: Photography tours cater to photography enthusiasts and take you to some of the city's most photogenic spots, including street markets, historical monuments, and local neighborhoods.
With so many tour options available, you can choose a tour that fits your interests and budget and experience the best of Delhi.
Most of the people like the city sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi
Tour Detail
Delhi, the attractive capital of India is most diverse fusion of old and new. The city's rich traditions, sparkling history, monuments, museums, galleries, parks, and Mughal architecture are some of the special attractions that excite tourists from all over the world. You can explore the cultural capital of India, Delhi tour in one day with Shikhar Travels. In the morning our expert tour guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. After a brief introduction start your day with unique Delhi’s tour in one day. Our chauffeur driven car will pick you from your city hotel and proceed for Old Delhi tour.
CHANDNI CHOWK
or “Silver Square” is the most renowned and historic street of Delhi, built by Shahjahan in the 17th century and named Shahjahanabad. The maze of narrow lanes will amaze you. This part of Delhi is famous for its Mouth-watering Street food, vibrant bazaars where you can shop for some ancient artefacts and jewels.
JAMA MASJID
Originally known as “Masjid-i- Jahan Numa” meaning mosque commanding view of the world. One of the largest mosques in India. It can accommodate approximately twenty-five thousand devotees during prayer. You can experience the Mughal era, passing through the splendid corridors of this ancient mosque.
RED FORT
or Lal Qila is the most magnificent ancient building of Delhi, which was always the center of power, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1638 after he decided to shift his capital from Agra. Designed by the Mughal architects Ustad Hamid and Ahmad, Red Fort a world heritage site is a very important site for Indians, as the Prime Mister of India address to Indians Independence Day (15 August). At afternoon proceed for tour of NEW DELHI visiting:
RASHTRAPATI BHAVAN
It is the official residence of the President of India. It stands out as an architectural marvel that overlooks the lush green lawns around India Gate. Designed by Edwin Lutyens, Herbert Baker. It is one of the largest Presidential palaces in the world after the Quirinal Palace, Rome, Italy
INDIA GATE
Originally known as All India War Memorial, it is built in the honor of 90,000 soldiers of the British Indian Army who lost their lives during World War I. It was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Burning in a shrine under the arch of India Gate since 1971 is the Amar Jawan Jyoti or the eternal flame which symbolizes the sacrifice of brave Indian soldiers.
QUTUB MINAR
It is the highest brick minaret of the world, 234 feet high. It is believed that the design was inspired by the Minaret of Jam in Afghanistan. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has a fascinating structure and is a must-visit place in the capital. The Iron Pillar inside the complex has been standing tall without rusting for over 2000 years. Qawwal-Ul-Islam Masjid in the complex is believed to be the first ever Mosque to be built in India.