Delhi: Old & New City Tour with Tuk-Tuk, Entry Fees & Pickup

Summary

Old Delhi’s spice chaos to New Delhi’s calm gardens in one day

You’ll taste chai near Jama Masjid, ride a tuk-tuk through Old Delhi’s wild bazaars, wander Mughal gardens at Humayun’s Tomb, and pause for reflection at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. With local pickup, entry fees covered, and someone guiding you through both chaos and calm, you’ll feel both sides of Delhi in one day.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing that hit me was the smell — somewhere between cardamom and something smoky — as we squeezed past a chai stall near Jama Masjid. Our guide, Ankit, waved us over to try a tiny clay cup of tea. I burned my tongue (classic), but honestly didn’t care because everything was so loud and alive. The tuk-tuk ride through Chandni Chowk was wild — horns, laughter, saris flashing by. I kept losing sight of our group for a second every time we stopped at a red light. At Khari Baoli spice market, I sneezed about five times in a row from the chili dust and some old man grinned at me like he’d seen it all before.

I didn’t expect Humayun’s Tomb to feel so peaceful after all that noise. The air felt heavier there, almost cooler under the trees. Our driver told us this was the first real garden tomb in India — his pride was obvious when he talked about Mughal history. We wandered slowly; I remember running my hand along the stone wall just because it felt cool and rough after the sun outside. Lunch happened somewhere near Connaught Place (I never quite figured out where) — Ankit ordered for us and made sure my friend’s vegetarian request wasn’t lost in translation. He even taught us how to eat dal properly with roti, which sounds simple but I still managed to mess up.

The Lotus Temple looked almost unreal against the sky — like something out of a dream or a movie set. There were school kids everywhere taking selfies and giggling when they saw us trying to pronounce “Bahá'í”. Later, as we drove past India Gate and Parliament House, it started raining lightly; people just kept moving as if nothing had changed. That mix of old and new Delhi is hard to explain until you’re there — one minute you’re dodging cows in Old Delhi alleys, next you’re gliding past government buildings that look straight out of Europe.

I keep thinking about that moment at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib too — barefoot on cold marble, watching volunteers serve food with such quiet dignity. There’s something grounding about it all. If you want the full day trip Delhi experience (with pickup and someone who actually knows their way around), this tour really does stitch both worlds together without feeling rushed or fake.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Old and New Delhi highlights

• Pick up from any Delhi location
• Visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
• Explore Jama Masjid courtyard
• Meet guide at Sunheri Masjid
• Ride tuk-tuk through Old Delhi 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 restaurant in Connaught Place
• Visit Humayun's Tomb
• Visit Agrasen ki Baoli
• Visit Lotus Temple
• Drop off at preferred location

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included in this Old & New Delhi city tour?

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

Can I customize the itinerary for this Delhi day tour?

Yes, you can customize the tour after booking according to your interests or timing needs.

Does this tour include entry fees for monuments?

Yes, all entry fees to monuments are included in your booking price.

Is lunch provided during the tour?

No set lunch is included but your guide will recommend restaurants with various options including vegetarian dishes.

Are transportation and guides private for this tour?

Yes, transportation is private (air-conditioned car) and you have a dedicated local guide throughout.

Is this Old & New Delhi city tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible and infant seats are available if needed.

What happens if Lotus Temple is closed on Monday?

If Lotus Temple is closed on Monday you'll visit Qutub Minar instead.

How long does the full-day option last?

The full-day option typically covers all main sites from morning until late afternoon or early evening depending on pace.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel or airport pickup anywhere in Delhi NCR, bottled mineral water throughout the journey, all monument entry fees taken care of up front so there’s no hassle at each stop, a friendly local guide who handles everything (including helping order lunch), private air-conditioned car transport plus a lively tuk-tuk ride through Old Delhi’s bazaars if you choose that route—and drop-off wherever suits you best at the end.