×

Unfold the secrets & Explore the alleys of Old Delhi and Spice Market

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English
Guru: Tariq
Registered on June 30, 2019

I am a graduate who is born & brought up in Delhi, India and have the passion to show my city my country to our foreign visitors to India. I love interacting with new people & making them friends as we explore my city together.

Show more
  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

This Tour "Rediscover Old Delhi - A Heritage Walk to Old Delhi Streets" is a blended mixture of all the offerings which Old Delhi "Shahjahanbad" has. It is a complete experience of Old Delhi like a local.This Tour completely exposes the local busy life of the common people who are thriving hard for their day to day earnings. As Old Delhi "Shahjahanabad" is full of history, culture, heritage, old bazaars (markets), Asia's biggest Spice Market and of course the Street Food which the Delhites are fond off.... I am sure you are going to fall in love with it, as you move on the streets of Old Delhi. You would be enjoying every moment as there is lot more to capture by your eyes and camera. Also if you are a shopaholic then too its a place for you.... Purchase for real authentic Pashmina, Jewellery, Fabric, Sari, Dresses, Spices and much more...

Show more
Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Jama Masjid Meena Bazar Meena Bazaar ...
    Jama Masjid Meena Bazar Meena Bazaar Jama Masjid Chandni Chowk New Delhi Delhi 110006 India
    View on map

    Meet me at Jama Masjid Metro Station Gate No. 4

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Jama Masjid

    The Masjid-i Jahān-Numā, commonly known as the Jama Masjid of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India. It was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656 at a cost of 1 million rupees, and was inaugurated by an Imam from Bukhara, present-day Uzbekistan

  • 2
    Outside visit
    Shri Digambar Jain Atishay Kshetra Lal Mandir

    Shri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir is the oldest and best-known Jain temple in Delhi, India. It is directly across from the Red Fort in the historical Chandni Chowk area. The temple is known for an avian veterinary hospital, called the Jain Birds Hospital, in a second building behind the main temple

  • 3
    Outside visit
    Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib

    Built in the late 18th century, this Sikh temple features ornate details & a peaceful atmosphere.. Explore the community kitchen here which provides free food to everyone

  • 4
    Outside visit
    Chandni Chowk

    In the heart of Old Delhi, Chandni Chowk is a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewelry and vivid saris, while the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery and traditional Indian sweets. Nearby, the vast Mughal-era Red Fort now houses a museum complex, and the 17th-century Jama Masjid is a huge red-sandstone mosque with towering minarets

  • 5
    Outside visit
    Khari Baoli

    Khari Baoli is a street in Delhi, India known for its wholesale grocery and Asia's largest wholesale spice market selling a variety of spices, nuts, herbs and food products like rice and tea. Operating since the 17th century, the market is situated near the historic Delhi Red Fort, on the Khari Baoli Road adjacent to Fatehpuri Masjid at the western end of the Chandni Chowk, and over the years has remained a tourist attraction, especially those in the heritage circuit of Old Delhi.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

17 ratings
4.8
By category
Professionalism
4.81
Fun
4.69
Expression
4.69
Quality
4.56
Route
4.93
Generic
5 stars
15
4 stars
1
3 stars
1
2 stars
0
1 star
0
Jane 01 Apr 2024
El Cajon

Verified booking
Travelled in group - Apr 2024
Very interesting & informative route. Tariq was a knowledgeable.guide. Highly recommended!
Quim 17 Oct 2023
Barcelona

Verified booking
Travelled alone - Oct 2023
Great tour, totally recommended if planning to visit Old Delhi. It was way easier to visit such an active area with someone who knows how to move and what to visit for a real experience.
Valentina 16 Oct 2023
Valencia

Verified booking
Travelled alone - Oct 2023
Lo máximo!! Me llevó a conocer toda Old Delhi, contándome también la historia de India y respondiendo cualquier tipo de dudas que yo tuviera. Muy amoroso, lo recomiendo.
Daniel 15 Sep 2023

Verified booking
Travelled in couple - Sep 2023
We had a great tour with Tariq. He showed us everything we needed to see of Old Delhi. We had a lovely time, chatting and walking through the markets and eating the specialities.
Guadalupe 30 Aug 2023
Barcelona

Verified booking
Travelled alone - Aug 2023
In a city as vibrant and complex as New Delhi, having a guide who can seamlessly navigate its intricacies is a game-changer. This experience around the Spice Market and Jama Masjid was made great by the guide's expertise for sharing the beauty of their city. If you're looking for an unforgettable journey through history, flavors, and culture, I wholeheartedly recommend this guide.
Show 17 reviews

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour requires the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
When do you want to go?
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Show more
See availability
Explore
Bookings
Messages