Old & New Delhi Private City Tour with Pickup

Summary

Delhi’s Contrasts: Mughal Majesty & Modern Life in One Day

You’ll step into Delhi’s living history with a local guide — from Red Fort’s ancient walls to Jama Masjid’s calm above the streets. Taste real North Indian food near Humayun’s Tomb, wander Qutub Minar’s gardens after rain, and end among kites at India Gate. It’s a day full of contrasts you’ll remember long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the air — thick with spice and car horns, but also something sweet from a chai stall nearby. Our driver, Mr. Singh, waved from the curb outside my hotel in New Delhi. He had this easy smile that made me feel less nervous about plunging into Old Delhi’s chaos. We started at the Red Fort — those red sandstone walls look almost soft in the morning haze. Our guide, Priya, told us stories about Shah Jahan building it for his new capital. I tried to picture elephants parading through the gates, but honestly, it was hard to imagine anything over the sound of rickshaws and kids laughing somewhere behind us.

Jama Masjid was next — you have to climb these wide steps and suddenly you’re above everything: wires, shops, even the noise drops a little. The marble felt cool under my feet (shoes off inside), and Priya pointed out how many people could fit here for prayers. Twenty-five thousand? I can’t wrap my head around that number. There were families picnicking on the steps outside; one little boy offered me a piece of mango and giggled when I tried to thank him in Hindi (definitely got it wrong). After that we drove past Raj Ghat — Gandhi’s memorial is so simple compared to everything else, just black stone and flowers. It felt quiet there in a way nowhere else did.

I didn’t expect Qutub Minar to be so tall — 75 meters Priya said — or for the carvings to be so sharp after centuries of rain and sun. The gardens around it smelled like wet earth because it had rained earlier; my shoes got muddy but no one seemed to care. Lunch was at some place Priya picked near Humayun’s Tomb (I let her order for us). The dal was smoky and rich, and there was this bread I still think about sometimes — soft inside but crisp on the edges.

We finished at India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhawan as the light started turning gold on all those white government buildings. People were flying kites on the lawns; a group of teenagers asked for selfies with us (I guess we looked very touristy). By then I was tired in that good way where your head is full but your feet are sore. The city felt different by evening — softer maybe? Or maybe I’d just gotten used to its rhythm.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Full Day Delhi City Tour

• Pickup and visit Red Fort
• Visit Jama Masjid
• Visit Raj Ghat
• Visit Qutub Minar
• Visit Humayun's Tomb
• Visit Rashtrapati Bhawan and India Gate

Top questions

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

Yes, pickup is available from your hotel in New Delhi or Gurugram, or from Delhi Airport.

Which main attractions are visited during this day trip?

The tour includes Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate, and Rashtrapati Bhawan.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is included if you select the all-inclusive option when booking.

How long does this private city tour last?

This is a full-day tour covering both Old Delhi and New Delhi highlights.

Are entrance fees covered?

Entrance fees are included only if you choose the all-inclusive option during booking.

Is this tour suitable for wheelchair users?

Yes, surfaces are wheelchair accessible and specialized infant seats are available if needed.

What type of vehicle will be used for transportation?

The vehicle depends on group size: sedan for 1–2 people, wagon for 3–5 people, van for 6–10 people.

Can infants join this tour?

Yes, infants can join; prams or strollers are welcome and infant seats can be provided.

What’s included

Your day includes private pickup from your hotel or airport in New Delhi or Gurugram with an air-conditioned car driven by a fully vaccinated driver; entry fees to all monuments if you book the all-inclusive option; unlimited bottled water; guidance from a local expert throughout; plus lunch at a multi-cuisine restaurant if selected before being dropped off wherever you need at day’s end.