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Delhi Sightseeing Tour with Guide

Covering: Old & New Delhi
Duration: 8 Hrs.
Tour Cost: INR 2350 Per Person (Minimum 2 People)

OLD DELHI:

Jama Masjid – An eloquent reminder of Mughal religious fervor, India’s largest mosque was built by Shah Jahan in 1656 at the height of Mughal power. The mosque stands opposite the Red Fort. There is not very much to see within, but the building withh its onion-shaped domes is a good example of Mughal architecture. Take off your shoes before entering.

Raj Ghat – Memorial to Mahatma Gandhi the father of Nation is a place where he was cremated.

NEW DELHI:

Goverment Buildings – Visit (Drive Pass) India Gate, President’s House, Parliament House.

Qutab Minar – The Qutab Minar is a commemorative tower built by Allauddin Khilji in the 13th century. It is five stories high, each story clearly distinguished by a projecting balcony. The buildings around are also worth wandering through.

Humayun’s Tomb – Its on Mathura Road, was built in the mid 16th century by Haji Begum, wife of the second Mughal Emperor, Humayun. It displays characteristics of the Mughal style with high arches and double domes, and is considered the forerunner of the Taj Mahal.

Lotus ( Bahai ) Temple – The Lotus Temple also known as Bahai temple a house of worship completed in 1986. Notable for its Lotus flowerlike shape has become a prominent place of attraction in New Delhi. It remain closed on Monday.

Service Include:

• Transportation by AC car
• Car Parking, Tolls Tax, Fuel, Driver allowance
• Service of English Speaking Guide
• 1 Mineral water bottle per person in the car
• Airport transfer Pick up / Drop off (Airport parking extra as per actual)

Service Exclude:

• Any expense of personal nature like tips, lunch,dinner, drinks, camera fee etc.
• Monument entrances

Note: These rates are applicable for pick up and drop from hotel in Delhi Only.

Tour Guide Delhi organise Heritage Walks in Old and New Delhi with professional government approved tour guide.

Walk of Qutub Minar, Mehrauli Archaeological Park

Timing : 3 hours (6.30am to 9.30 am) Every Saturday / Sunday, On Group Demand

Places Covered

• Qutub Minar Complex (Starting Point)
• Rose garden
• Jamali Kamali Mosque
• Dilkusha / Quli Khan’s tomb
• Rajon Ki baoli
• Zafar Mahar
• Adham Khan Tomb

The cost of each walk is INR 1500 Per Person

Inclusions: Walk Conductor / Guide & Refreshment
Note: Walk will be conducted with minimum (Group Size) 06 Pax.

The Delhi Tourism department is set to welcome nature and adventure lovers at the Haritima adventure eco-tourism park. The park is being opened to boost night tourism in the capital and offer a countryside experience to visitors.
The park is located on the outskirts of Kanganheri village in Southwest Delhi. The park will also provide a staycation facility to visitors, thanks to its newly-built airconditioned cottages.

Sprawled over 16 acres, the park will also offer a range of adventure and entertainment activities like zip-lining, wall-climbing, kayaking, canoeing, boating, magic show, and rain dance, among others. Visitors will have to pay no entry fee for visiting the park during day time.

A cottage can be booked for INR 5,000 per night for two people. The stay-cation facility will also include food and swimming pool charges. You can book the rooms online and offline.

If you are looking forward to a rural experience, a model village has also been developed inside the Haritima adventure eco-tourism park. The village features mini farmlands, where visitors will get introduced to different farming methods. There’s a clubhouse too, which features indoor games, heated pools, a fitness centre, hot tubs, free WiFi, and a business centre.

MUSEUMS

NATIONAL MUSEUM
Janpath. Among the collections are 5000-year-old relics of the Indus Valley civilisation, varied exotic paintings, old manuscripts and mural paintings from Buddhist shrines in Central Asia. Open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Monday closed.

CRAFTS MUSEUM
Pragati Maidan. A delightful open-air museum, with Indian craftsmen at work. Here amidst the rustic surroundings of a typical Indian village, every month craftsmen from different parts of India exhibit their trade. A small sales counter sells items made on the spot. Open 9:30 am – 5:00 pm. Monday closed.

NATIONAL RAIL MUSEUM
Chanakyapuri. Here original engines and bogies are parked. A small toy train takes children around the museum. A small rail museum is alongside. Timings: Oct to March 9:30 am – 5:00 pm. April to September 9:30 am – 7:00 pm.

TIBET HOUSE MUSEM
1 Institutional Area, Lodi Road. Ancient Tibetan paintings and other artifacts. Open 9:30 am – 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm. Closed on Saturday & Sunday.

SHANKAR’S INTERNATIONAL DOLLS MUSEUM
Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg. A unique collection of dolls from all over the world. Open 10:00 am – 5:30 pm. Monday closed.

NATIONAL PHILATELIC MUSEUM
Daktar Bhawan, Sansad Marg. Collection of stamps – both national and international. Open 9:30 am – 12:30 pm & 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm. Closed on Saturdays & Sundays.

GANDHI SMRITI MUSEUM
5 Tees January Marg. Contains books and personal possessions of the Mahatma Gandhi. Open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Closed on Monday & Public holidays.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
Barakhamba Road. Collection of flora and fauna of the country. Open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Monday closed.

NEHRU MEMORIAL MUSEUM
Teen Murti Marg. Displays memorabilia and personal possessions of the first prime minister of India. Open 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Monday closed.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
Red Fort. Contains relics and rare archaeological collection of the Mughal and British periods. Open 10:00 – 5:00 pm. Closed on Monday.

GANDHI MUSEUM
Opposite Raj Ghat. Has a rare collection of Mahatma Gandhi’s personal possessions, specially of the freedom-struggle days, including books, magazines, etc. Open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Monday closed.
NOTE: Where not mentioned, the museums are closed on Mondays and public holidays.

Delhi Sightseeing Tour with Guide

Covering: Old & New Delhi
Duration: 8 Hrs.
Tour Cost: USD 29 Per Person (Minimum 2 People)

OLD DELHI:

Jama Masjid – An eloquent reminder of Mughal religious fervor, India’s largest mosque was built by Shah Jahan in 1656 at the height of Mughal power. The mosque stands opposite the Red Fort. There is not very much to see within, but the building withh its onion-shaped domes is a good example of Mughal architecture. Take off your shoes before entering.

Raj Ghat – Memorial to Mahatma Gandhi the father of Nation is a place where he was cremated.

NEW DELHI:

Goverment Buildings – Visit (Drive Pass) India Gate, President’s House, Parliament House.

Qutab Minar – The Qutab Minar is a commemorative tower built by Allauddin Khilji in the 13th century. It is five stories high, each story clearly distinguished by a projecting balcony. The buildings around are also worth wandering through.

Humayun’s Tomb – Its on Mathura Road, was built in the mid 16th century by Haji Begum, wife of the second Mughal Emperor, Humayun. It displays characteristics of the Mughal style with high arches and double domes, and is considered the forerunner of the Taj Mahal.

Lotus ( Bahai ) Temple – The Lotus Temple also known as Bahai temple a house of worship completed in 1986. Notable for its Lotus flowerlike shape has become a prominent place of attraction in New Delhi. It remain closed on Sunday.

Service Include:

• Transportation by AC car
• Car Parking, Airport Parking, Tolls Tax, Fuel, Driver allowance
• Service of English Speaking Guide
• 1 Mineral water bottle per person in the car
• Airport transfer Pick up / Drop off (If you don’t have hotel in Delhi)

Service Exclude:

• Any expense of personal nature like tips, lunch,dinner, drinks, camera fee etc.
• Monument entrances

Note: These rates are applicable for pick up and drop from hotel in Delhi Only.