Delhi: A Journey Through History and Culture

ISHAN PATEL

31 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Delhi with this 4-day itinerary. Explore ancient forts, visit iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of India's capital.

Trip to Delhi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$99

$ 13

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

4 - 5 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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12 - 17 min

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A contemporary regional Indian restaurant located in the National Crafts Museum in New Delhi.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

13 - 20 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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22 - 27 min

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

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$31

13 - 16 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$25

Day 2

$65

$ 16

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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16 - 24 min

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Religious site also known as the Bahá’í House of Worship, opened in 1986 to those of all religions.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 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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$19

15 - 18 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$30

8 - 11 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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8 - 10 min

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

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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Day 3

$335

$ 13

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

7 - 9 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$285

16 - 23 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

1 - 2 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Clothing, home accessories & souvenirs draw both locals & foreigners to this bustling, urban market.

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Shri Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Mandir)

This large Hindu temple covers over 3 hectares & features numerous shrines, fountains & a garden.

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$10

Day 4

$60

$ 13

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

1 - 2 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

14 - 21 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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Vibrant, upscale retail center with eye-catching decor, brand-name stores, a food court & a cinema.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $611 In total

Activities & Food:$559

Transport:$52