Delhi: Old & New City Tour with Rickshaw Ride & Pickup

Summary

Delhi’s contrasts—spice markets, Mughal relics, and quiet temples in a single day

You’ll dive straight into Delhi’s wild contrasts—rickshaw rides through Old Delhi’s tangled lanes, barefoot calm at Jama Masjid, shared meals at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, and silent moments under Mughal arches. With a local guide and easy pickup included, you’ll feel both lost and found in this city’s rhythm.

What’s the experience like?

We were already weaving through Chandni Chowk before I realized how much Old Delhi just sort of grabs you. Our guide, Priya, waved us over to a rickshaw, and suddenly we were in the middle of wedding shoppers and the smell of frying parathas. I tried to count the colors in the spice market but gave up—my eyes watered from all that masala in the air. Someone was singing nearby, off-key but happy. Priya pointed out Cham Cham Gali, where she said her cousin bought her wedding bangles. I still think about that little detail.

The Jama Masjid felt like stepping into another century—bare feet on warm red stone, echoing prayers bouncing off the domes. After all that noise outside, it was almost too quiet inside. We didn’t go into the Red Fort but stood across from it while Priya told us about Shah Jahan and his impossible walls. She laughed when I tried saying “Lal Qila” right (I definitely didn’t). Then we ducked into Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. The kitchen smelled like lentils and steam, and they handed us metal plates for langar lunch—everyone sitting together on the floor, no one caring who you are.

Switching to New Delhi felt strange—wide roads, trees everywhere, everything so spaced out. We stopped by India Gate; kids were flying kites and someone was selling chai out of tiny paper cups. Parliament House and Rashtrapati Bhavan looked almost unreal behind their gates. Humayun’s Tomb surprised me—I’d seen photos but didn’t expect how peaceful it would feel under all those arches (also: birds everywhere). At Lotus Temple we just sat quietly for a bit; nobody said much.

By Qutub Minar my feet were tired but I wasn’t ready for it to end. The carvings on the tower felt rough under my hand—so many centuries packed into one place. Our driver dropped us back at our hotel as dusk settled in, which made Delhi look softer somehow. It’s hard to explain what you take away from a day trip like this—maybe just that feeling of being part of something bigger than your own story.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Old and New Delhi landmarks

• Pickup from any Delhi NCR location
• Visit Jama Masjid mosque courtyard
• Rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk market
• View Red Fort from outside
• Tour Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and Langar kitchen
• Pass by India Gate monument
• Pass by President's House (Rashtrapati Bhavan)
• Pass by Parliament House (Sansad Bhavan)
• Visit Humayun's Tomb
• Visit Lotus Temple for prayer or meditation
• Visit Qutub Minar tower
• Drop-off at preferred Delhi NCR location

Top questions

How long does the Old & New Delhi sightseeing tour take?

You can choose between a half-day or full-day tour; both include hotel pickup and drop-off.

Is hotel pickup included for this Delhi city tour?

Yes, pickup is available from any location in Delhi or nearby cities like Noida or Gurugram.

Do I need to buy entry tickets for monuments separately?

If you select the option with entry tickets included during booking, they’re covered.

What places are visited during the full-day tour?

You’ll see Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk (with rickshaw ride), Red Fort (outside), Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, India Gate, Parliament House (outside), Rashtrapati Bhavan (outside), Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, and Qutub Minar.

Is food provided during this Delhi sightseeing tour?

You can share a meal at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib’s langar kitchen as part of the experience; other meals are not included unless stated.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options are wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.

Can infants join this Old & New Delhi tour?

Yes, infants can join; prams or strollers are allowed and infants must sit on an adult's lap during transport.

What’s included

Your day includes flexible hotel pickup anywhere in Delhi or NCR cities like Noida or Gurugram, an air-conditioned car with driver throughout your route (if selected), entry tickets to monuments if you choose that option when booking, bottled water and umbrellas for comfort along the way, plus a rickshaw ride through Old Delhi’s lanes if you want it—and always a personal local guide sharing stories as you go.