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.
Stay overnight at Hotel.
