One day — a lifetime of Delhi in a single unforgettable sweep
The Delhi One Day Tour is the ultimate introduction to India’s magnificent capital — a carefully curated single-day journey through 800 years of history, empire, and culture. Begin in the chaotic, joyful lanes of Old Delhi with a cycle rickshaw through Chandni Chowk, then sweep through the great Mughal and colonial landmarks of New Delhi — Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, India Gate, and the Red Fort. End the day with the spectacular Akshardham Sound & Light Show. Delhi is not a city you visit once — it is a city that stays with you forever. This is where to start.
What makes this unforgettable
Pricing & packages
| Transport | AC Hatchback | AC Sedan | AC Innova / SUV |
| Meals | Not Included | Lunch Included | Lunch + Dinner |
| Monument Entry Fees | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Old Delhi Rickshaw Tour | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Expert English Guide | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Street Food Trail | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Akshardham Light Show | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Photography Stop — Rashtrapati Bhavan | — | — | ✓ |
| Private Museum Guide — National Museum | — | — | ✓ |
Your detailed itinerary
Your guide picks you up at 7:00 AM and heads straight into the heart of Old Delhi — the walled Mughal city of Shahjahanabad. A classic cycle rickshaw carries you through the legendary lanes of Chandni Chowk, past the heady aromas of Khari Baoli (Asia’s largest spice market) and the glittering jewellery stalls of Dariba Kalan. Pause for a street breakfast — hot jalebis, flaky kachori, and a glass of cold shikanji. Then into the Jama Masjid — Shah Jahan’s great Friday mosque and one of the most moving spaces in India. End the morning at the mighty Red Fort, the UNESCO Mughal citadel where Mughal emperors held court for two centuries and where India declared independence on 15 August 1947.
- Chandni Chowk Rickshaw Tour
- Khari Baoli Spice Market
- Jama Masjid
- Old Delhi Street Food Breakfast
- Red Fort (UNESCO)
After a leisurely lunch, the car sweeps south to Qutub Minar — Delhi’s oldest and most dramatic monument. The soaring 73-metre minaret, built in 1193, rises from a complex of haunting ruins and holds the mysterious Iron Pillar that has defied rust for 1,600 years. Then north to Humayun’s Tomb — the sublime 16th-century Mughal garden mausoleum that directly inspired the Taj Mahal, set in a vast charbagh garden of quiet and extraordinary beauty. Finally, stroll through the serene green corridors of Lodhi Garden — dotted with 15th-century tombs — before arriving at India Gate for photographs along the grand ceremonial Rajpath, with Rashtrapati Bhavan (the President’s palace) at its western end.
- Qutub Minar (UNESCO)
- Iron Pillar
- Humayun’s Tomb (UNESCO)
- Lodhi Garden
- India Gate & Rajpath
- Rashtrapati Bhavan View
As the sun softens, visit the serene Lotus Temple — the Bahá’í House of Worship, its white marble petals rising from reflecting pools in complete silence — a fitting counterpoint to the day’s imperial grandeur. Then dinner at a well-regarded North Indian restaurant before the highlight of the evening: the Akshardham Temple Sound & Light Show — a breathtaking 24-minute spectacle of light, water, fire, and laser that narrates 10,000 years of Indian civilisation across a vast outdoor theatre. A genuinely extraordinary way to close a day in Delhi.
- Lotus Temple
- Dinner — North Indian Restaurant
- Akshardham Temple Complex
- Sound & Light Show
- Hotel Drop-off
Inclusions & exclusions
- AC private vehicle for all transfers throughout the day
- English-speaking certified guide (Standard & Premium)
- Cycle rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk
- All monument and museum entry fees
- Street food breakfast — Chandni Chowk trail
- Lunch (Standard & Premium)
- Dinner (Premium only)
- Akshardham Sound & Light Show tickets (Standard+)
- Cold welcome drink on pickup
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within Delhi
- Airfare or train tickets to / from Delhi
- Personal expenses & shopping
- Travel insurance
- Tips & gratuities for guide and driver
- Alcoholic beverages
- National Museum entry (optional add-on)
- Guide (Basic package)
- Meals not listed in package
Know before you book
All travellers must carry a government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar / Passport) for entry to Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, and Akshardham. Foreign nationals carry passport.
Modest clothing is required at the Jama Masjid and Akshardham. Headscarves available on-site at the mosque. Comfortable walking shoes strongly recommended — you will cover significant ground.
October to March is ideal (15–25°C). Avoid April–June when Delhi temperatures exceed 40°C. Monsoon (July–September) brings heat and humidity but fewer crowds.
Red Fort is closed on Mondays. Qutub Minar and Humayun’s Tomb are open daily. Akshardham is closed on Mondays. We schedule your day around all closures in advance.
Photography is permitted at all monuments on this tour. Tripods and professional equipment require a separate permit at Red Fort and Qutub Minar. No photography inside Akshardham temple.
Children under 5 travel free. Ages 5–12 receive 25% discount on tour price. Monument entry for Indian children under 15 is free at most ASI sites. Children love the rickshaw ride and the Light Show.
Carry personal medications. Bottled water provided throughout the day. Apply sunscreen and carry a hat for afternoon outdoor sections. First-aid kit with your guide at all times.
We only visit trusted, long-established street food vendors in Chandni Chowk. Vegetarian and vegan options are plentiful. If you have dietary restrictions or allergies, please inform us at booking.
Flexible booking, fair terms
We understand plans change. Here’s our refund structure to keep things transparent:
| Cancellation Notice | Refund Amount | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| 7+ days before tour date | 100% Full Refund | 3–5 business days |
| 3–6 days before tour date | 75% Refund | 3–5 business days |
| 48–72 hours before tour date | 50% Refund | 5–7 business days |
| Less than 48 hours before | 25% Refund | 5–7 business days |
| No-show / same day cancellation | No Refund | — |
* Date changes are free up to 7 days before the tour, subject to availability. Group bookings (6+ persons) have separate terms — please enquire at booking. Travel insurance recommended for all day tours.
