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Delhi: A Journey Through History and Culture

muhammed mukthar

6 Nov 2023

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Explore the vibrant city of Delhi and immerse yourself in its rich history and diverse culture. From iconic landmarks like the India Gate and Red Fort to hidden gems like Ugrasen ki Baoli and Bhuli Bhatiyari Ka Mahal, this 5-day itinerary will take you on an unforgettable adventure.

Trip to Delhi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$5

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$ 5

Parliament of India

India's grand Parliament building, opened in 1927, with 144 sandstone columns in a circular design.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Jantar Mantar, Delhi

13 architectural astronomy instruments built in 1724 at the orders of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$5

16 - 23 min

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Directions

Ugrasen ki Baoli

Step-well from the 10th century with ornate stone details, including soaring arched walls & alcoves.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Directions

India Gate

Imposing triumphal arch commemorating the Indian soldiers killed in the First World War.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$228

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$ 8

Red Fort

Landmark 17th-century Mughal fortress built in towering red sandstone, now a complex of museums.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$228

16 - 23 min

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Jama Masjid

17th-century, red sandstone Mughal-style mosque with a 25,000 capacity & 40m high minarets.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Fatehpuri Masjid

Built of red sandstone in 1650, this elegant, subtly domed mosque is the site of Eid celebrations.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Museum of Illusions

3D visual trickery, an infinity room & photo ops at a museum with an interactive playroom for kids.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Bhuli Bhatiyari Ka Mahal

The remains of this 14th-century royal hunting lodge & courtyard are reported to be haunted.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 3

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$5

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$ 8

Chandni Chowk Market

Busy, historic bazaar with clothing, housewares & hardware shops, plus restaurants & snack stalls.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Qila-I-Kuhna Mosque مسجد قلعہ کہنہ

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Lodhi Garden

A British-era public park featuring ancient tombs, rose & herb gardens, bonsai trees and a lake.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

14 - 21 min

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Safdarjung Tomb, Delhi

The tomb of Safdarjung, the viceroy of Awadh, with a palm-lined garden, a library and pavilions.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$5

36 - 44 min

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Tughlakabad Fort, Delhi

Remains of a 14th-century Tughlaq period stone fort with ramparts & battlements intact.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 4

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$45

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$ 5

Akshardham

Over 11,000 artisans worked on this lavishly decorated Hindu temple complex inaugurated in 2005.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

23 - 28 min

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Humayun’s Tomb

Opulent red-sandstone tomb of Mughal Emperor Humayun, built in 1572 & surrounded by formal gardens.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$15

16 - 20 min

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Purana Qila, Delhi

Riverside stone fortress with ramparts, the Mughal-style Humayan Gate & a 16th-century mosque.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$5

Day 5

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$0

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$ 10

Feroz Shah Kotla Fort

Sandstone remains of a fortress thought to be haunted, surrounded by gardens & cricket grounds.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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Directions

Hauz Khas Fort

Ruins of a 13th-century stone fortress with lake & deer park views, home to a royal tomb.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Khirki Masjid

Quadrangular-shaped mosque with Islamic & Hindu architecture built as a fortress from 1351–1388.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Mehrauli Archaeological Park Jamali Kamali, Delhi

200-acre archeological site with some 100 historic monuments, including tombs & Delhi's oldest fort.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Iron Pillar, Delhi

24-foot-high ancient column, with a Sanskrit inscription & made from metal that will never rust.

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Adham Khan's Tomb

Historical monument & burial place of general Adham Khan, with an octagonal shape & domed top.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Jahaz Mahal

Remains of a 15th to 16th–century retreat with domed towers & a courtyard used for flower festivals.

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $318 In total

Activities & Food:$283

Transport:$35