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

Vivek Warke

9 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey through the vibrant streets of Delhi. Explore historic forts, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the National Capital Territory of Delhi.

Trip to Delhi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$59

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$ 5

New Maharashtra Sadan

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 6 min

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Social Offline

Cafe | Lounge | Collaborative workspace

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

12 - 15 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.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Dilli Haat INA

Colorful market featuring goods from the country's different states, plus food. Tickets required.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Delhi 'O' Delhi

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$18

24 - 29 min

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Lodhi Garden

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

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Akshardham

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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$13

Infinity

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$18

Day 2

+

$75

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$ 7

New Maharashtra Sadan

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 24 min

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Chaayos

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

21 - 26 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.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Humayun’s Tomb

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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$8

15 - 22 min

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Baci

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$18

13 - 16 min

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National Zoological Park, Delhi

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$3

6 - 8 min

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India Gate

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

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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The Spice Route

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Jantar Mantar, Delhi

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

8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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$3

Jama Masjid

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

10:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

+

$166

·

$ 5

New Maharashtra Sadan

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Spice Bazar

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

9 - 11 min

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Red Fort

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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$114

11 - 14 min

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Chandni Chowk Market

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Fresc Company Restaurant

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$18

12 - 17 min

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Janpath Market

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

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Gurudwara Sri Bangla Sahib

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

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

Al Kauser

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Rashtrapati Bhavan

Official residence plus Mughal and herbal gardens of the President of India, with visits by request.

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $315 In total

Activities & Food:$299

Transport:$16