Delhi Day Tour: Multi-Transport Highlights (half day)
About Big Yellow Door
Discover Delhi from a local perspective on this unique tour of the city using bicycles, tuk-tuks, rickshaws, and the metro system. Cycle with your guide through the India Gate to visit the stunning monuments, palaces, and parks that make Delhi so special. Learn how to navigate the metro and wave down motorized rickshaws to visit bustling markets and the breathtaking Jama Mosque.
Travel Style
Classic
Physical Grading
2 - Light
Trip Type
Day Tours
What's Included
Multi-transport tour. Professional English-speaking local guide. All transport to and from included sites.
Highlights
Tour Delhi by bicycle, tuk-tuks, rickshaws, and the metro. Visit Jama Mosque, designed by the same architect of the Taj Mahal. Climb down into the caverns of the famous Agrasen ki Baoli stepwell. Wander through Khari Baoli spice market.
Group Size Notes
Max 25, no minimum
Meals Included
1 breakfast
Transport
Bicycle, walking, metro train, rickshaw.
Joining Instructions
The meeting point for this day tour is: Karol Bagh Metro Station at Gate No. 4. (Karol Bagh Metro Station, Delhi, 11000). Your CEO (Chief Experience Officer) or local guide will be wearing G Adventures branded clothing for easy identification.
Please arrive before your tour begins at 7:00 am local time.
Finishing Point Instructions
This tour ends at approximately 10:00am at Karol Bagh Metro Station.
Packing List
Delhi Day Tour:
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Reusable water bottle
• Sunscreen
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
• Quick Covid Test/Antigen Test
Money Exchange
As currency exchange rates in Asia fluctuate often we ask that you refer to the following website for daily exchange rates: www.xe.com
As of May 2023 the exchange rate for INDIA was 1 USD = 81.76 INR (Indian Rupees). There are many ATM machines that accept both Visa and Mastercard but these are limited to major cities. We also recommend the use of cash in USD currency. Major credit cards are accepted in most shops but they may charge a 2-4% transaction fee.
Optional Activities
No optional activities
Minimum Age
Minimum age of 14 years for this trip.
International Flights
Check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.
Group Leader
G Adventures CEO (Chief Experience Officer) or Professional English Speaking Local Guide
Itinerary
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Delhi
Duration: 5 hours Meeting Point: 7:00am Karol Bagh Metro Station Finish Point: Karol Bagh Metro Station Itinerary: Explore India's bustling capital from a local perspective by cycling, walking, and riding public transportation through and past some of the most famous landmarks. Start the tour by taking a metro ride to Connaught Place. Cycle through colonial Delhi and pass Talkatora Stadium, the President's Palace, and the Dandi March Statue of Gandhi leading his fellow people. Continue on through residential streets towards the massive war memorial arch known as India Gate. Ride up Janpath Road to Connaught Place and climb down into the caverns of the famous Agrasen ki Baoli (stepwell) which reflects the age-old Indian water harvesting techniques from the indigenous civilization. Afterwards, take a break for a traditional Indian breakfast. Jump back on the bike and cruise to Mandi House Station where you say farewell to the bike and hop on the transportation heart of Delhi - the Metro. Get off at Red Fort Station and wander through the narrow lanes of Chandni Chow markets, Next jump on a local cycle rickshaw and enjoy the exciting ride to Khari Baoli spice market and learn about the spices and their use in Indian cuisine, also explore the Fatehpuri Mosque, a 17th century mosque located at the end of the Chandni Chowk Street. For the final mode of transportation, take the metro back to Karol Bagh Station.
