Morning after breakfast proceed for tour of Old Delhi commences with a visit drive past the Red Fort, a magnificent masterpiece in red sandstone built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan on the banks of the River Yamuna. Continue onward for a drive-past view of the Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque, constructed
between 1644 and 1658 during Shah Jahan’s reign. Conclude your morning with a delightful cycle rickshaw ride through the bustling Chandni Chowk bazaars, once the royal shopping arcade of the Mughal era. Later, pay homage at Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, where the Father of the Nation was
cremated.
later visit Birla Temple – A prominent landmark in New Delhi, this beautiful temple was built in 1939 by the Birla family and inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu (the Preserver) and Goddess Lakshmi (the Goddess of Prosperity), the temple is adorned with intricate carvings, tall spires, and serene courtyards.
Your tour continues with a drive past the majestic India Gate, the grand war memorial dedicated to the soldiers of India, later inaugurated by Viceroy Lord Irwin. After independence, the eternal flame of Amar Jawan Jyoti was added, honoring the nation’s brave martyrs. As the drive unfolds, witness the
grandeur of Rashtrapati Bhavan (Presidential Palace) and the Houses of Parliament, architectural masterpieces of the British Raj that stand as enduring symbols of India’s democratic spirit and colonial legacy.
Later afternoon proceed tour of New Delhi. Visit the 12th century Qutab Minar gracefully hand-carved for its entire height of 234 ft and the iron pillar, which has withstood the ravages of time and not rusted even after 1500 years.
Accommodation
Deventur Sarovar Portico or Hotel Blom
