Explore Old Delhi like a local, on our specially designed Rickshaws. These tours are based on a unique concept and give insight into the history, heritage and culture of the city. Visit some popular monuments, religious places, bazaars, heritage havelis and sample the popular Old Delhi food. Our local enthusiastic guides give live commentary with wireless headsets, breathing life into the history of one of the greatest heritage cities in the world. They also help you to discover the real places that they will not find in the guide books. Our rickshaws have been specially designed for your safety and comfort, which provides a luxurious ride in an otherwise chaotic and vibrant city. We take you to some interesting and hidden places to sample the amazing local food of Old Delhi.
Small group tour which provides a perfect mix of some popular sights, narrow alleys shrines and foods of Old Delhi
You will join a small group and the tour covers the main sites that include palaces, mansions, elegant shrines and colorful bazaars. During the tour, you will witness the city's culture through architectural marvels, multicolored facades, decorated shops, and ethnically dressed men and women. You will also be sampling some delicacies from the popular eateries. Your guide will be giving an accurate description of the sights with the help of wireless audio headsets. To make the experience more holistic, a book has been specially drafted with the help of experts in the field of Indian history, which is given complimentary.
We either go inside or drive past the following places--
Historic Monuments: Jama Masjid Mosque, Red Fort, Town Hall
Worship Places: Gauri Shanker Hindu Temple, Digamber Jain Temple, Christian Baptist Church, Fatehpuri Mosque & Gurudwara Sis Ganj
Palaces: Begum Shamroo Palace, Gadodiya Palace
Spice Market: Khari Baoli, Asia’s largest spice market
Bazaars: Chandni Chowk (literally meaning – the moonlit square), Kinari bazaar (wedding market, traditional outfits), Dariba kalan (silver street), Ballimaran (bangles, footwear) etc.
Havelis: Heritage Havelis with original Mughal architecture
Eateries: Centuries old shops serving the famous Old Delhi delicacies
The tour includes: entrance fees, rickshaw ride with puller, famous Old Delhi snacks, a visit to haveli (old mansion), an English-speaking guide, aerated drinks, bottled water and group transmission systems with live commentary
You will make your own way to the meeting points
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Not recommended for participants with back problems • Not recommended for pregnant women • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.