Delhi Short & Sweet
Tour Description
Delhi Short & Sweet tour package not only brings you to the most famous sights such as Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, Red Fort, and regular sites, but it also takes you to the soul of the vibrant city through narratives of our friendly local guides. To top that off, ride a 3-wheel cycle rickshaw through the narrow, bustling, and colourful streets of Old Delhi.
Day 1
Arrive in Delhi
Welcome to India!
Late night arrival, our representative will meet and greet you with traditional garlands, assist you with your hotel check-in, and briefly give you information about your tour.
Day 2
Delhi
Note: Please do accept that some shops are closed on Sundays
After breakfast, we take off on a city tour of New Delhi.
- First, we visit the Qutab Minar. It is 72 meters high and one of the perfect towers in the Persian world. This Iron Pillar has survived the vagaries of weather for over 1500 years.
- Then, we continue our expedition with a drive to the Lutyens Delhi, which considers the corridors of power and serenity; a drive passes through the Rashtrapati Bhawan, Parliament House, and a stop at India Gate.
- Next, we continue our journey to visit the Humayun’s Tomb(1586), built by the Emperor’s widow Hamida Banu Begam, also known as Haji Begam, who commenced the construction of his tomb in 1569, fourteen years after his death. Our tour also includes a visit to the Isa Khan’s Tomb complex located adjacent to Humayun’s Tomb and is the resting place of Isa Khan Niyazi, a noble of influence at the court of Sher Shah Suri. We also visit the Safdarjung Tomb.
- After, we make our way to the Agrasen Ki Baoli (Beautifully Sculpted Step Well). A water reservoir or a stepwell is known for its heritage value. Indeed, the builders were ahead of time when creating this architectural marvel that dealt with sorting out the water problem.
- Later, we cross the city and into the walled gates of the Old city with visits to the Jamma Mosque (1650) and drive through the fabled area of Chandni Chowk (aptly translates to Moonlight Square), where the crowds of shoppers and vendors meet in the oldest area of Delhi.
- Last, we visit the Raj Ghat and nearby ghats where the founder of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi, Indira Gandhi, and Rajiv Gandhi cremation.
- The highlight of this tour is to experience riding a rickshaw. A rickshaw is a 3-wheel cycle consisting of 3 seats. The rickshaw driver sits on a small cushion in the front and two passengers behind the sofa seats.
Day 3
Depart Delhi
Our representative will drop you at the airport to board your onward flight in time.
An essential Hindi word that will be helpful when you are talking with a local Indian, Main thik hoon, which means "I am fine."