lutyens delhi
Each era tells a different story bringing a total change in Delhi’s landscape. The survival of the braveheart through the many dynasties that ruled over it, each leaving an everlasting impression in some form or the other. Witness the vast palaces, hear the fascinating tales, taste the traditional cuisine & visit the bustling bazaars. Get traditional with mehendi on your hands, lose yourself in the vibrant colours of glass bangles, get drawn to the tempting street snacks (kachori & chai) amidst a temple setting.
Royal Tank. Stroll through ruins of the 13th century on one end & browse though lanes that house Delhi’s young creative talent on the other end. An amalgamation that puts together the old & the new.
Bazaars. Browse around some of Delhi’s local bazaars which sell anything from indo-western wear, accessories, books, jewellery to home furnishings.
Take a break. Try out the Indian grub, have a chai & taste the famous desi sweets.
Colonial Delhi. Drive through the political powerhouses – Rashtrapati Bhawan, Parliament House & India Gate.
Get traditional. See how & where glass bangles are sold, try it on for size, buy some for yourself & some for friends back home. Experience the thrill of mehendi on your hands & the magic of the patterns.
Humayun’s Tomb. Visit the monument that inspired the Taj Mahal.
Lodhi Gardens. A beautiful garden in South Delhi with tombs from the Lodi & Sayyid dynasties. Also a place where top diplomats come for a walk.
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- Wear appropriate shoes as there will be walking & climbing of stairs
- We would advise you to wear comfortable but conservative clothing
- Carry a hat, sunglasses & sun protection lotion especially in the summer months
- Shoes to be removed at the Holy places
- Head cover (like a stole) required while visiting some temples
- Duration: half day 4.5 hours & full day 7 hours
- Experience includes: an air-conditioned car that picks and drops you from your hotel; bottled water and munchies available in the car; local expert from the city; lunch
