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Delhi: A 3-Day Adventure in the Heart of India

Rosh VP

Rosh VP

29 Sep 2023

Experience the vibrant culture and rich history of Delhi with this exciting 3-day itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks like India Gate, Red Fort, and Jama Masjid, and immerse yourself in the bustling markets of Chandni Chowk. Discover the architectural wonders of Akshardham and Humayun’s Tomb, and find serenity at the beautiful Lotus Temple. Get ready for an unforgettable journey in the National Capital Territory of Delhi!

Day 1
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$25

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$ 10

Safdarjung Tomb, Delhi
The tomb of Safdarjung, the viceroy of Awadh, with a palm-lined garden, a library and pavilions.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$6
9 - 11 min

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India Gate
Imposing triumphal arch commemorating the Indian soldiers killed in the First World War.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
6 - 8 min

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Jantar Mantar, Delhi
13 architectural astronomy instruments built in 1724 at the orders of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$6
15 - 18 min

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Red Fort
Landmark 17th-century Mughal fortress built in towering red sandstone, now a complex of museums.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
$13
Day 2
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$7

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$ 10

Tughlakabad Fort, Delhi
Remains of a 14th-century Tughlaq period stone fort with ramparts & battlements intact.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
36 - 44 min

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Purana Qila, Delhi
Riverside stone fortress with ramparts, the Mughal-style Humayan Gate & a 16th-century mosque.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
$6
12 - 15 min

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Raj Ghat, Delhi
Set in lush parkland, this black marble platform marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
7 - 9 min

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Jama Masjid
17th-century, red sandstone Mughal-style mosque with a 25,000 capacity & 40m high minarets.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Chandni Chowk Market
Busy, historic bazaar with clothing, housewares & hardware shops, plus restaurants & snack stalls.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
Day 3
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$50

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$ 7

Akshardham
Over 11,000 artisans worked on this lavishly decorated Hindu temple complex inaugurated in 2005.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$31
22 - 27 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
$19
18 - 22 min

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Lotus Temple
Religious site also known as the Bahá’í House of Worship, opened in 1986 to those of all religions.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $106 In total

Activities & Food:$82
Transport:$25