New Delhi: Old & New City Tour with Tuk-Tuk & Monument Entry

Tuk-Tuk Through Old Delhi's Bazaars, Then the Monuments of New Delhi

You're picked up from your hotel or airport and guided through Old Delhi's spice markets and spiritual sites via tuk-tuk, then moved into New Delhi to see Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, Parliament House, and India Gate by private car. Entry fees, a local guide, and all transport are included; you choose half-day or full-day, and the itinerary can be adjusted after booking. Drop-off is at your preferred location.

Step-by-step itinerary

• Pick-up from any Delhi location
• Visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
• Explore Jama Masjid courtyard
• Meet guide at Sunheri Masjid
• Ride tuk-tuk through Chandni Chowk bazaars
• Visit Khari Baoli spice market
• Pass by Red Fort
• Pass by India Gate
• Pass by Parliament House
• Pass by President House
• Lunch at recommended Connaught Place restaurants
• Visit Humayun's Tomb
• Visit Agrasen ki Baoli
• Visit Lotus Temple
• Drop-off at preferred location

The Experience

Your driver picks you up from your hotel or the airport and you head straight into Old Delhi. The tuk-tuk ride through Chandni Chowk and the surrounding bazaars is where the tour really starts—your guide sits beside you, pointing out the spice market at Khari Baoli where vendors have been selling turmeric, cardamom, and saffron for generations, and explaining which stalls locals actually use versus the ones set up for tourists. You stop at Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque, built in 1656 with five thousand workers, and walk the red sandstone courtyard at your own pace. The scale of it hits different when you're standing in it rather than seeing photos.

If you've chosen the full-day New Delhi tour, you move into the newer part of the city after lunch (your guide recommends restaurants at Connaught Place with vegetarian and dietary options). The afternoon covers the monuments: Humayun's Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and India's first garden tomb, then the Lotus Temple with its flower-like shape, Parliament House, and the Presidential Palace. You pass India Gate, the 1921 memorial to thirteen thousand Indian soldiers from the First World War. The rhythm is different here—less crowded, more formal, but the guide ties the history together so you understand how Old Delhi and New Delhi tell two halves of the same story.

What makes this work is the skip-the-line access and the fact that entry fees are already included, so you're not stopping at ticket windows or negotiating prices. The private car is air-conditioned, the water is provided, and if Lotus Temple is closed on Monday, they take you to Qutub Minar instead without fuss. You can customize the itinerary after booking if there's a specific site you want to spend more time at or skip entirely. Drop-off is wherever you need it—your hotel, the airport, anywhere in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, or the surrounding areas.

What’s included

• Your day includes hotel or airport pickup and drop-off anywhere in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, or Faridabad.
• Entry fees to all monuments are covered.
• You get a private, air-conditioned car for New Delhi sections and a tuk-tuk ride through Old Delhi's bazaars.
• A knowledgeable local guide accompanies you throughout, bottled mineral water is provided, and all taxes, fuel charges, and tolls are included.
• The itinerary is customizable after booking, and restaurant recommendations at Connaught Place (with vegetarian options) are provided for lunch breaks.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Keeper Landwey

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to see both Old and New Delhi in one day without arranging separate transport, entry tickets, or timing the sites yourself—the private pickup and included fees mean you skip the logistics and focus on the sights.

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Top questions

What's the difference between the half-day and full-day tour?

Half-day covers either Old Delhi or New Delhi. Full-day includes both: Old Delhi's bazaars and spiritual sites in the morning, New Delhi's monuments in the afternoon.

Is the tuk-tuk ride included?

Yes, for Old Delhi tours. You ride through Chandni Chowk and the bazaars with your guide. New Delhi sections use a private, air-conditioned car.

Are entry fees to monuments included?

Yes. All monument entry fees are included in the price. You don't pay separately at each site.

What if I want to skip a particular site?

The tour can be customized after booking. Let the operator know which sites you'd prefer to see or avoid.

What happens if Lotus Temple is closed?

Lotus Temple closes on Mondays. On those days, you visit Qutub Minar instead.

Do I need to bring ID?

Yes. Carry a valid photo ID (can be on your mobile) for monument entry.

Is this tour suitable for children or elderly travelers?

Yes. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. Prams and strollers are available for infants and small children. Wheelchair accessibility is available.

What if my hotel isn't listed during booking?

Click "My Hotel Is Not Listed" on the checkout page and manually enter your hotel name.

Can I be picked up from the airport?

Yes. Provide your flight details at the time of booking for airport pickup.

What vehicle will I be in?

Vehicle size depends on group size: four-seater sedan for 1–2 people, six-seater wagon for 3–5, twelve-seater van for 6–12, or a bus for larger groups.