Delhi: Old Delhi, Akshardham Temple, and Light Show Tour English Language Guide

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ID: GYG861886-1359375
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Country: India

Duration: 07:00 hours


Description

Discover the history and culture of Old Delhi on a guided tour. Visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and explore the spice market of Old Delhi.
Explore the sights of Old Delhi on a guided tour. Visit the Jama Masjid, a 17th-century mosque, and the Sikh temple. Take a rickshaw ride through the spice market and visit the Akshardham Temple to see a light and sound show.

Meet your guide at your hotel and drive to Old Delhi in an air-conditioned vehicle. When you arrive, make your first stop at the Jama Masjid, a 17th-century mosque built by Mughal emperor Shahjahan. Walk through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi and learn about the significance of the Old Delhi markets from your guide.

Stop at one of the oldest shops in Old Delhi to try local flatbread, popularly known as Parantha. Visit a Sikh temple, particularly famous for the execution of the 9th Sikh Guru under the orders of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. Learn about the significance of the Sikh religion in India and their services to poor people.

Take a rickshaw ride and explore the spice market of Old Delhi, Asia’s largest spice market. Get a chance to sample some spices and herbs with your guide’s assistance. Dive to the Akshardham Temple, a spiritual-cultural complex in Delhi to learn about the Hindu religion.

Admire the beauty of the temple complex through your eyes as photography isn’t allowed inside. Take your seat and enjoy a light and sound show. After the show, you will be dropped back at your hotel.

Highlights

  • Discover the history and culture of Old Delhi on a guided tour
  • Visit the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and learn about its history
  • Explore the spice market of Old Delhi, Asia’s largest spice market
  • Learn about the Sikh religion and the significance of the Sikh temple
  • Visit the Akshardham Temple and enjoy a light and sound show

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Photography is not allowed inside Akshardham Temple.
Dress modestly when visiting religious sites.
Expect crowded places in Old Delhi.
The light and sound show is subject to weather conditions.
INCLUDED
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Live tour guide in your preferred language
  • Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi
  • Entrance fees to all sites
  • Light and sound show at Akshardham Temple
NOT INCLUDED
  • Meals and drinks, unless specified
  • Tips (optional)
  • Personal expenses

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.