Delhi Old & New City Tour: UNESCO Sites, Bazaar Ride & Pickup

Summary

Old delhi chaos to new delhi calm with stories and scents

You’ll ride through Old Delhi’s bazaar by rickshaw, wander Jama Masjid’s marble courtyards, taste street sweets with your guide, and pause for silence at Lotus Temple—all with easy hotel pickup and drop-off included. Expect moments that stick with you long after: sticky fingers from jalebi, garden shadows at Humayun’s Tomb, or just laughing as your tuk tuk squeezes through another impossible gap.

What’s the experience like?

Ever wondered what it feels like to stand in the middle of Chandni Chowk while the whole city seems to swirl around you? I didn’t expect the air to smell so much like cardamom and frying batter, honestly. Our guide, Anil, waved us through the tangle of rickshaws and pointed out a sweets shop his grandmother used to visit—he even bought us jalebi that left my fingers sticky for hours. We started our day at Jama Masjid, where I tried (and failed) to wrap my scarf properly before stepping inside. There was a quiet coolness on the marble floor that felt good after the sun outside.

We only saw the Red Fort from outside (it’s massive), but Anil’s stories about emperors and betrayals made it feel close enough. Then came the tuk tuk ride through Old Delhi—I swear I nearly lost a sandal when we bumped over a pothole. The colors in Chandni Chowk are wild: pink saris, turmeric-yellow piles of spice, men shouting prices over each other. Someone handed me a rose garland—no idea why, but I wore it for half an hour anyway. The Qutub Minar was next; it’s taller than you think and there were parakeets darting in and out of the stone arches.

I liked Humayun’s Tomb best. The air was still and smelled faintly of wet earth from last night’s rain. Anil explained how this place inspired the Taj Mahal—never knew that. The symmetry is almost hypnotic if you stare too long at the gardens. By afternoon, we’d already been past India Gate (lots of families picnicking), Parliament House, and the Presidential Palace—all these grand buildings kind of blur together after a while but they do make you feel small in a good way.

The Lotus Temple surprised me most—it’s so quiet inside you can hear your own breath echo. No rituals or statues, just people sitting together in silence. I think about that sometimes now when things get noisy back home. Our driver dropped us off right at our hotel door with bottled water still cold from the car fridge. Delhi moves fast but somehow this tour let me catch my breath between all the honking and history.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Old and New Delhi highlights

• Pick up from any Delhi location
• Visit Jama Masjid mosque
• See Red Fort from outside
• Ride tuk tuk through Chandni Chowk
• Visit Agrasen Ki Baoli stepwell
• Explore Qutub Minar tower
• Visit Humayun's Tomb complex
• See India Gate monument
• Pass by Parliament House
• Pass by President House
• Visit Lotus Temple
• Drop off at chosen location

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included in this Delhi city tour?

Yes, pickup is included from anywhere in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad or Faridabad.

What main attractions are covered on this Old & New Delhi tour?

You’ll see Jama Masjid, Red Fort (outside), Chandni Chowk bazaar (with rickshaw ride if selected), Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate, Parliament House, Presidential Palace and Lotus Temple.

How long does the full-day tour take?

The full-day option usually lasts around 8 hours including all stops and transfers.

Is lunch provided during the tour?

If you select the lunch option during booking, lunch will be included.

Are monument entry fees covered?

If you choose that option when booking, entrance fees are included; otherwise you'll pay separately at each site.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes—the vehicle is wheelchair accessible and most sites can accommodate wheelchairs or strollers.

Can infants join this tour?

Yes—infants can join and may sit on an adult's lap or use a pram/stroller during visits.

What if my hotel isn’t listed at booking?

You can manually enter your hotel name on checkout under “My Hotel Is Not Listed.”

Does this tour include both Old Delhi and New Delhi sights?

Yes—you’ll visit major landmarks in both Old Delhi (like Jama Masjid) and New Delhi (like India Gate).

What’s included

Your day includes private air-conditioned car transport with pickup and drop-off anywhere in Delhi or nearby cities; entrance fees if selected; bottled mineral water throughout; a knowledgeable local guide; optional rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk; plus lunch if you choose that option when booking—so you won’t have to worry about logistics or finding food along the way.