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Learn about India's struggle for independence, visit Hindu temples and discover the clamour and colour of daily Indian life. From the labyrinthine backstreets and the striking Jama Masjid, to the bustle of Chandni Chowk, this old-world walled city within a modern metropolis is fascinating. Grab some street snacks and discover the secrets of Old Delhi.

Highlights:

Walk Delhi's chaotic streets with a local guide
Learn about India's struggle for independence.
Experience the dizzying pace of daily life in Delhi.
Explore ancient Hindu temples, Snack on sweet chai and tasty morsels from street stalls.

Tour style:Walking & Orientation, Local Life & Culture
Inclusion:

English speaking guide, Entrance fees and transport as indicated, Local Lunch & Chai.

Exclusion:

Items of a personal nature, Tips or gratuities for drivers or guide.

Group size:Maximum 12
Schedule details:

Duration: 3-4 hours
Meeting point:
Pick up at Delhi hotel located in the Metropolitan Delhi area.
Start time: 10.00 AM
Finish point:
At the end of the trip you are free for personal exploration or alternatively your local guide can assist with arranging a taxi back to your hotel.

Additional information :

Voucher exchange details:
Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.
Confirmation of booking:
Please contact Delhi Urban Adventures to confirm your trip 24 hours prior to departure.
Dress standard:
Dress standards are conservative throughout Asia, especially outside major cities. To respect this and for your own comfort, we strongly recommend modest clothing. This means clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the predominantly hot Asian climate.
Child policy:
Children must be between 6 and 11 years of age inclusively.
Language: English

Itinerary:

Travel on the metro to the old part of Delhi with our local guide to start our amazing local experience. There's a chance to kick start the day with a cup of chai before diving into the sights, sounds and smells of Old Delhi.

You will experience the best of Delhi has to offer with great street food , markets, bazaars, temples and famous historical sites along the way. There is plenty of opportunity to stop and sample a samosa from a street stall. Goods on offer range from wedding paraphernalia to cow dung on a string. We will walk through narrow alley ways to visit the people, sites and smells of Old Delhi and no two trips will be the same as there is always something happening in this part of town, our local guide will take us on a real life experience which allows us to lose ourselves.

Stops include significant historical sights linked to the 1857 Mutiny (also known as India's First War of Independence) which was ruthless put down by British colonial forces and was a precursor to a later more peaceful struggle for independence led by Mahatma Gandhi in the early 1900's. Our local guide will provide us with a background into India's more recent history and struggle for independence.

We will visit local temples dedicated to the various Hindu gods where our local guide will give us an insight into the religion of Hinduism, one of the more spiritual moments on our Delhi day tour.

At the end of the trip you are free for personal exploration or alternatively your local guide can assist with arranging a taxi back to your hotel. An end to an ultimate Delhi day tour experience.

Your trip:

This trip is offered on a "join-in" basis. Maximum group size is 12.

Tipping:

If you are happy with the services provided by your local guides and drivers a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour

Cancellations made more than 2 days prior to travel receive a full refund
Cancellations made 2 days or less prior to travel attract a 100% cancellation fee.

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