Delhi Delights

Priyadarshan Sahu

23 Nov 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Delhi, India's capital city. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you visit iconic landmarks, museums, and gardens. From ancient marvels to modern wonders, this itinerary promises an unforgettable journey.

Trip to Delhi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Cultural Treasures

$ 10

Radisson Noida

Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 min

Directions

Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts

Expansive cultural facility showcasing visual & performing arts events, films, music & lectures.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

15 - 22 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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12 - 15 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 2Discovering Mughal Splendors

$285

$ 10

Radisson Noida

Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 min

Directions

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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$285

26 - 32 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Art, Illusions, and Heritage

$13

$ 13

Radisson Noida

Depart from your stay 🏨

42 - 51 min

Directions

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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$13

9 - 11 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

Hidden down a narrow street, this celebrated poet's home boasts exhibits detailing his life & work.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Spiritual Serenity and National Pride

$ 10

Radisson Noida

Depart from your stay 🏨

41 - 50 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

Directions

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

Directions

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Aesthetic Delights and Traditional Crafts

$ 7

Radisson Noida

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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12 - 17 min

Directions

National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy

This museum resembling a traditional village houses tools, folk art & textiles made by craftspeople.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Sensory Bliss in Gardens and Museums

$ 13

Radisson Noida

Depart from your stay 🏨

52 - 63 min

Directions

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

27 - 33 min

Directions

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

4 - 5 min

Directions

Stately museum & memorial honoring Mahatma Gandhi in his former home where he died.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Tracing the Tracks of History

$13

$ 13

Radisson Noida

Depart from your stay 🏨

45 - 54 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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11 - 14 min

Directions

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Day 8Wildlife Encounters and Scientific Marvels

$13

$ 7

Radisson Noida

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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19 - 28 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Day 9Celebrity Encounters and Theme Park Thrills

$ 10

Radisson Noida

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

Directions

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

19 - 23 min

Directions

Miniature versions of the 7 Wonders of the World made with recycled scraps from landfill sites.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 10Wonders of the Past and Architectural Grandeur

$19

$ 10

Radisson Noida

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

Directions

This amusement park offering over 20 rides & a waterpark with long slides is a popular destination.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

29 - 35 min

Directions

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$19

Budget breakdown: $449 In total

Activities & Food:$354

Transport:$95