Old Delhi Heritage Walking Tour

5.0 (301 reviews) New Delhi, India
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Duration3h - 4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 5 travelers

Overview

Discover the wonders of Old Delhi in a walking tour, discover 400-year-old heritage hidden inside dense labyrinths of antique lanes. Relish your senses by walking in the middle of Bustling bazaars housing dazzling handicrafts, textiles, unique food and ultimately find your way to the Asia’s largest spice market. You will find best “Lassi” and “Masala Chai” points also. If looking to sample local food, then no need to book any costly food tours in Old Delhi, just feel free to ask your guide. This tour is set for heritage and culture lovers, admirers of ancient architecture and also for those trying to peep inside the local life, spirituality and livelihoods.
Note: Taking too much photos is not advisable, tour is operated among the real locals, neighborhoods and their Businesses only. A couple of photos for memory will be okay, however the tour is not meant for the professional photographers.

Options

Guide Only. NO transport

Only guide is included

Pickup drop, Guide & entry fee

Private chauffeur driven Car
Guide and Entry fees included

What's included

  • A short Bicycle Rickshaw Ride
  • Walk led by an history storytelling Guide
  • Jama Masjid Entry fee (Only if booked under the option with entry fee included))
  • Hotel Pick up and drop (If booked under the option "Guide with Pickup & drop too" )
  • Hotel pickup and drop (if booked the option: "Guide Only & NO Pickup drop"
  • any food, drinks
  • Jama Masjid Entry fee (BUT if you book under the option "Entry included", then we will pay entry fee

What to expect

  1. Jama Masjid
    50m · Admission ticket not included
    Soon we walk for 20 minutes to reach 400 year old historic Old Delhi. We try either the tube OR TUK-TUK.
    We enter this beautiful imposing 400 year old Mosque built by the great emperor "Shahjahan". The same man who built "Taj Mahal". The entry fee of the mosque is INR 450/- Per Person, hence going inside is optional , hence if you don't want to pay & enter, then take photos from outside and we can continue the walk.
  2. Naughara - Row Of Nine Houses
    50m · Admission ticket included
    We enter this hidden heritage neighborhood of "Goldsmith" of "Mughal" Emperors. They were housed by the "Mughal" emperors to craft handmade jewelry for them. What stands them apart that hey make Stone inlaid jewelry. Like they place gems like "Lapis Lazuli", Amber in the jewels. They are quite welcoming to let you see their secrets of Jewelry making. Also explore taking the photos of their "Havelis" (heritage mansions)
    Note: Professional/ too much photography is not allowed, it disturbs group movement and the local businesses too
  3. Pasar Chandni Chowk
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy walking this vibrant colorful streets which sells wedding clothes and attire in enormous amount. Whole street is lively with local wedding shoppers and enjoy trying some local safe street food.
  4. Khari Baoli
    40m · Admission ticket included
    Explore Asia's biggest spice market, walk among the large bags of spices put on display for buying purposes by the local families. Enjoy the hustle bustle of the wholesale trade and also enjoy the aroma of the spices that fills the air. If you are more interested in knowing about the Indian spices, then we take you to a big spice depot, where they explain in detail about the spices. And you have a chance to grab few spice / tea pouches of high quality.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Guide meets at Exit gate no 1 of "Jama Masjid" metro station.

End point

We end at Asia's largest Spice market. From there the guide helps you to reach nearest UBER / Tube train station

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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