Night View of Delhi Tour: India Gate, Temples & Connaught Place

Watch Delhi's landmarks glow as the city shifts from day to night.

A 4-hour private night tour of New Delhi takes you through India Gate, the President's Palace (drive-by), Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, Laxmi Narayan Temple, ISKCON Temple and Connaught Place with a guide and AC vehicle. Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off are included; monument entry fees and food are available to purchase separately. Temples close until 8:00–8:30 PM, so the tour times around their opening. A moderate amount of walking and comfortable shoes are needed; arms and shoulders must be covered when entering temples.

Step-by-step itinerary

Evening tour of Delhi's landmarks

• Pickup from hotel or airport
• Drive past India Gate and President's Palace
• Visit Gurdwara Bangla Sahib
• Visit Shri Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Mandir)
• Visit ISKCON Temple
• Explore Connaught Place market
• Drop off at hotel or airport

The Experience

The driver picks you up from your hotel, Gurugram, Noida or the airport and heads into Delhi as the sun sets. The tour moves through the city's wide streets by private AC vehicle, stopping to walk around India Gate—which fills with evening walkers—and then Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, a Sikh temple with historical weight. You pass the President's Palace by car (no stop, no photography, because of security protocol), then move on to Laxmi Narayan Temple and ISKCON Temple once they open in the evening. Connaught Place, one of Delhi's oldest markets in the Lutyens' design, rounds out the route. The guide narrates the city as you move through it, and the evening light on the monuments is the point—starry skies and the glow of the landmarks make the familiar sights read differently than they do by day.

You'll walk a moderate amount and climb some stairs, so wear comfortable shoes. Dress code matters: arms and shoulders must be covered for both men and women, and shorts aren't permitted inside the temples. The temples close until 8:00–8:30 PM, which shapes the tour timing. In winter, fog or early closures at some sites can affect what you see. Mineral water is provided in the car. If you want a longer experience, a combo option pairs this night tour with an Old Delhi rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk, or you can book an 8-hour tour that covers both new and old Delhi—those run at different times and have their own pricing.

The tour ends with drop-off at your hotel or airport. This is a private tour, so only your group participates. Children under 13 must have an adult with them. Monument entry fees and any food or drinks are separate purchases.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle for your group only.
• hotel, airport or Gurugram/Noida pickup and drop-off.
• English-speaking private guide.
• bottle of mineral water in the car.
• all taxes, parking and fuel.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Classic Tours India

Is this one for you?Book the 4-hour night tour if you want to see Delhi's main monuments lit up without a long commitment, and the private vehicle means you move at your own pace between stops. If you'd rather explore both the new city and the old bazaars of Chandni Chowk, the 8-hour combo option adds a rickshaw ride through the market—choose that if you have the time and want a fuller picture of Delhi after dark.

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Top questions

What time does the night tour of Delhi start, and how long does it run?

The Night View of Delhi Tour runs for 4 hours and departs in the evening, timed so you arrive at the temples after they open at 8:00–8:30 PM. Exact start times depend on your hotel location and the season.

Can I visit the President's Palace on this tour?

The President's Palace is included as a drive-by only—you pass it by car but do not stop or photograph it because of security protocol.

What is Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, and why is it on the tour?

Gurdwara Bangla Sahib is a Sikh temple of historical significance in New Delhi. It's a major stop on the night tour because it's one of the city's most important religious landmarks and is beautifully lit in the evening.

Do I need to cover my arms and shoulders to enter the temples?

Yes, a dress code is required for entering temples on this tour. Arms and shoulders must be covered for both men and women, and shorts are not permitted.

Is food included, or can I buy it during the tour?

Food and drinks are not included in the tour price but are available to purchase separately during the evening. Monument entry fees are also separate.

What happens if fog or weather closes some sites in winter?

In winter, fog can reduce visibility or cause some sites to close early. The tour still operates, but you may not see all the monuments as clearly as you would in other seasons.