Delhi Delights

Mohamed Amalaab

19 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Delhi, where ancient marvels meet modern wonders. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the city as you explore iconic landmarks, tranquil gardens, and hidden gems. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with awe-inspiring architecture, delicious cuisine, and warm hospitality.

Trip to Delhi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Ancient Secrets: Jantar Mantar, Ugrasen ki Baoli, Purana Qila, and Raj Ghat

$ 2

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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16 - 23 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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10 - 12 min

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Set in lush parkland, this black marble platform marks the spot where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2A Glimpse into History: Red Fort and Nehru Planetarium

$59

$ 1

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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$57

20 - 24 min

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Planetarium at the former residence of India's first Prime Minister, with shows in Hindi & English.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 3Tracing the Footsteps of Emperors: Feroz Shah Kotla Fort, Gurudwara Sri Bangla Sahib, and Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum

$ 2

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

13 - 16 min

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Sikh house of worship with a golden dome & a pool of water with purported healing properties.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Large house-turned-museum of Indira Gandhi, assassinated former Indian prime minister.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 4A Journey through Time: National Rail Museum, Hauz Khas Fort, and Mehrauli Archaeological Park Jamali Kamali

$ 2

Indian railway museum featuring historical exhibits & artefacts, including a 1855 steam locomotive.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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23 - 28 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

23 - 28 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.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 5A Serene Escape: The Garden of Five Senses and Lodhi Garden

$ 1

Public park featuring flowering shrubs, a pool of water lilies & sculptures, plus cultural events.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 6Honoring the Brave: National War Memorial, India Gate, and Sikandar Lodi Tomb

$ 1

Serene monument honouring the Indian Armed Forces with names etched on walls surrounding an obelisk.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Large, elaborate mausoleum built in the 16th century to house the remains of a dynastic leader.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Artistic Delights: National Gallery of Modern Art and Sunder Nursery

$ 1

Museum with thousands of modern paintings, sculptures & other work by Indian artists, plus tours.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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17 - 21 min

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Vast green space offering landscaped grounds, gardens, a nursery & a historic tomb.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 8Unveiling Treasures: National Museum and Tughlakabad Fort

$ 1

Museum displaying everything from pre-historic items right up to modern works of Indian art.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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36 - 44 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 9Immersive Experiences: Madame Tussauds India and National Science Centre

$ 1

Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of celebrities & historic icons in themed galleries.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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Science museum featuring exhibits & hands-on activities geared toward kids, plus a cafeteria.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Day 10Wild Encounters: National Zoological Park and Humayun’s Tomb

$ 1

This zoo houses some 130 species, including white tigers, elephants & rhinos (closed on Fridays).

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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8 - 10 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Budget breakdown: $80 In total

Activities & Food:$72

Transport:$8