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Delhi Delights

Dropship Ashu

20 Dec 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of Delhi, discovering ancient marvels and hidden gems. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the city as you explore iconic landmarks, serene gardens, and fascinating museums. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of India!

Trip to Delhi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Architectural Wonders

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$5

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$ 3

Jantar Mantar, Delhi

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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$3

8 - 10 min

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National Gallery of Modern Art

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$3

10 - 12 min

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National Gandhi Museum and Library

Research center displaying relics, books & art relating to Indian political activist Mahatma Gandhi.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Discovering Art and History

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$3

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$ 5

National Philatelic Museum

Museum showcasing an extensive array of Indian stamps, including historical collections.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 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.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Raj Ghat, Delhi

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

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Purana Qila, Delhi

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$3

27 - 33 min

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Okhla Bird Sanctuary

Established in 1990, this 400-hectare wetland includes trails to view many migratory & native birds.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 3A Day of Reflection and Remembrance

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$114

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$ 3

India Gate

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Amar Jawan Jyoti

Monument & eternal flame built as a memorial to fallen & unknown Indian soldiers from 1971 war.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Ugrasen ki Baoli

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

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

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

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$114

Day 4Science, Nature, and Heritage

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$10

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$ 2

National Science Centre, Delhi

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

25 - 30 min

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Sunder Nursery

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Humayun’s Tomb

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

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$8

Day 5Wildlife Encounters and Cultural Treasures

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$8

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$ 3

National Zoological Park, Delhi

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

11 - 14 min

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National War Memorial

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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National Museum, New Delhi

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

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$5

Day 6Tracing the Footsteps of Emperors

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$0

Sikandar Lodi Tomb, Delhi

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Shish Gumbad

Landmark, dome-shaped tomb constructed between 1489 & 1517 with intricate stone carvings.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Lodhi Garden

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Bada Gumbad

Square monument with a dome & turrets, dating back to 15th century & presumed to be a tomb.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Exploring the Legacy of Nehru

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$3

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$ 2

Nehru Memorial Museum & Library

Indian studies are the focus at this grand library, museum & former Prime Minister's residence.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Nehru Planetarium, New Delhi

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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$3

20 - 24 min

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Air Force Museum

Museum with open-air displays of planes & memorabilia tracing the history of the Indian Air Force.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 8Tales of Royalty and Museums

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$5

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$ 4

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

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$3

6 - 8 min

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Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum, Delhi

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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National Rail Museum

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$3

31 - 38 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.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 9Nature's Sanctuary and Artistic Delights

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$0

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$ 3

Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary

This habitat for birds, mammals & reptiles features hiking trails & a conservation center.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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Kiran Nadar Museum of Art

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Iron Pillar, Delhi

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

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 10Senses Awakened: Gardens, Tombs, and Temples

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$ 4

The Garden of Five Senses

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

10 - 12 min

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Adham Khan's Tomb

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

46 - 69 min

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Sanjay Van

783-acre forest providing thick wooded areas & birds such as herons, orioles, egrets & cuckoos.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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Hauz Khas Fort

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

22 - 27 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.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $171 In total

Activities & Food:$147

Transport:$25