You will first visit Old Delhi. The tour will begin with a visit to Raj Ghat, a simple memorial to Mahatma Gandhi; drive past the Red Fort. The magnificent Red Fort, overlooking the river Jamuna was built during the years 1638 - 48 when the Mughal Empire was at its peak. The tour continues to Jama Masjid, one of Asia’s largest mosques which is viewed from the outside. People stream in and out of the mosque continuously and the presence of a nearby bazaar means that the area is rarely quiet. Rickshaw ride through the busy old Delhi market to experience the surroundings and also visit to Spice market. After visiting Old Delhi, you will be driven to New Delhi, which reflects the legacy the British left behind.
The tour to Imperial Delhi will include a visit to the Qutub Minar, which is the tallest stone tower in India. The Qutub Minar was started in 1199 AD by Qutub-ud-Din Aibak and was completed by the sultan's successor and son-in-law, Iltutmish. The building is 72.5 m high and has 379 steps from the bottom to the top. The Qutub Minar is still the highest stone tower as well as one of the finest Islamic structures ever raised in India. Then visit Humayun’s tomb, built by the widow of the second Mughal Emperor, Humayun, it is an outstanding monument in the Indo-Persian style, a precursor of the Taj Mahal. The tour also includes a drive past the imposing India Gate, the Parliament building and the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the President’s residence.
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Lunch at Dharampura Haveli (Lakhori Restaurant)
Satiate your palette with Old Delhi delicacies and rich Mughlai cuisine surrounded by an old ethnic ambience at Lakhori, the on-premise restaurant. Experimenting with the concept of the Modern Indian Cuisine the restaurant combines artful presentation with tasteful Indian ‘tadakkas’. Treat yourself to delicious delights created by chefs par excellence while lounging in the wonderful ambience of the Haveli.
Often hailed as the food capital of India, Chandani Chowk is famous for its streets always bustling with ravenous foodies. It is an example of Purani Dilli’s long and intimate relationship with food, and for people seeking culinary adventures, it provides an impeccable mix of flavour and ambience. Pioneering in bringing street food to the restaurant table, the restaurant provides an unrivalled array of these dishes. Feast on flavourful recreations of tangy and tasty street food. Treat your tastebuds to delicacies from the rich Mughalai cuisine. From the famous Papri Chaat to the exquisite flavours of kebabs, the restaurant is the best place to relish delightful food in a traditional ambience and a beautiful view of the courtyard.
Overnight at hotel.