Old and New Delhi Private Day Tour by Car

Q: Q1: Can we customize the pickup time and stop locations?

Yes. This is a fully customizable private tour. You may request an earlier or later pickup (between 08:00 AM and 10:00 AM) or substitute monuments such as Akshardham Temple or the National Museum based on your personal interests.

Q: Q2: Are there dress code guidelines for religious sites on this tour?

Yes. When visiting Jama Masjid and Bangla Sahib Gurudwara, shoulders and knees must be covered. You will be required to remove your shoes at the entrance. Head coverings are mandatory at Bangla Sahib (scarves are provided free of charge at the entry).

Q: Q3: Are monuments in Delhi open on Mondays?

Most monuments like Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, and Jama Masjid remain open seven days a week. However, the Red Fort, Lotus Temple, and Akshardham Temple are closed on Mondays. Alternate historical stops like Safdarjung Tomb or Lodhi Gardens are arranged for Monday bookings.

Q: Q4: Can this tour drop me at Delhi Airport for an evening flight?

Yes. You can bring your luggage in the car in the morning. After finishing sightseeing, your driver will drop you directly at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) Terminals 1, 2, or 3.

Q: Q5: Is the cycle rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk safe?

Yes. The rickshaw ride is handled by experienced local pullers and accompanies your licensed guide, giving you an authentic and secure way to experience the bustling street life of Old Delhi.

Departure City
Delhi NCR
Arrival City
Delhi NCR
Meeting Point
Hotel / Airport
Best Season
Oct to Mar
Tour Availability
Daily (Mon Closed Sites)
Transportation
Private AC Car
Guide
Guided
Mineral Water
Included
Wifi
Onboard Car
Admission Fee
Included / Optional
Hotel Transfer
Included
Language
Multi-lingual
Free Cancellation
Non-Refundable Permit
Payment Method
Card / Cash / UPI
Minimum Age
1
Maximum Age
90

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Discover the fascinating contrast between ancient Mughal history and British colonial grandeur on a full-day private car excursion through Old and New Delhi. Begin in the walled quarter of 17th-century Shahjahanabad, visiting the monumental Jama Masjid mosque and gliding through narrow bazaar lanes and the Khari Baoli spice market on a traditional cycle rickshaw. Transition into New Delhi to admire the soaring brick minaret of Qutub Minar and the serene marble garden estate of Humayun’s Tomb. Drive past the stately administrative core—including India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, and Parliament House—and complete your cultural journey with peaceful visits to Bangla Sahib Gurudwara and the modern Lotus Temple.

Highlights:

Door-to-door pickup and drop-off anywhere in Delhi, Gurugram, or Noida in a private AC car
Cycle rickshaw ride through the vibrant alleys and spice bazaars of Chandni Chowk
Guided walking tours of UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb
Explore Mughal India's largest congregational mosque, the 17th-century Jama Masjid
Drive past India Gate, the President's House (Rashtrapati Bhavan), and Parliament House

09:00 AM :

Pickup from Delhi / NCR

Your private chauffeur meets you at your hotel, residence, or Delhi International Airport. Relax in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle as you head toward Old Delhi's historic center.

09:30 AM :

Visit Jama Masjid & Red Fort Photo Stop

Arrive at Jama Masjid, one of India's largest mosques, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. Walk across its expansive sandstone courtyard and admire the grand marble domes. Afterward, pause outside the monumental Red Fort for photography and historical insights from your guide.

10:30 AM :

Old Delhi Cycle Rickshaw Ride & Spice Market

Climb aboard an authentic cycle rickshaw to navigate the bustling alleys of Chandni Chowk. Visit Khari Baoli, Asia's largest wholesale spice market, experiencing the aromatic sights of dried herbs, nuts, and exotic spices.

11:30 AM :

Pay Homage at Raj Ghat

Drive to the serene memorial park on the banks of the Yamuna River dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, marked by a simple black marble platform surrounded by landscaped lawns.

12:15 PM :

Drive Past the British Colonial Capital

Traverse the grand avenues designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Drive past the 42-meter-tall war memorial arch of India Gate, the presidential palace of Rashtrapati Bhavan, and the historic Parliament House complex.

01:00 PM :

Lunch Break

Enjoy a pause at an acclaimed local restaurant to taste authentic North Indian dishes or choose from a multi-cuisine menu.

02:00 PM :

Explore Humayun’s Tomb

Visit this magnificent 16th-century garden tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site commissioned by Empress Bega Begum. Admire its symmetrical Persian Charbagh gardens, red sandstone plinths, and marble dome that inspired the architecture of the Taj Mahal.

03:30 PM :

Visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib

Experience the spiritual calm and hospitality of Delhi’s most prominent Sikh shrine. Observe the holy water pool (Sarovar) and walk through the communal kitchen (Langar), which serves free warm meals to thousands of visitors daily regardless of faith or background.

04:30 PM :

Discover Qutub Minar

Explore the world's tallest brick minaret, standing 72.5 meters tall, built in 1192 by Qutb-ud-din Aibak. Tour the surrounding complex featuring the iron pillar that has resisted rust for over 1,600 years and ancient carved stone colonnades.

05:45 PM :

Lotus Temple (Bahá'í House of Worship)

Conclude your sightseeing with a stop at the Lotus Temple, famous for its flower-like petals composed of white Greek marble, open to people of all beliefs for quiet meditation.

06:30 PM :

Drop-off in Delhi / NCR

Rejoin your chauffeur for a comfortable transfer back to your hotel, residence, or Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).