Delhi

Delhi Tour Packages — Where Every Journey Begins

Planning Delhi tour packages that cover the best of Old and New Delhi?
You’re in the right place.

Delhi — A City of Empires

Delhi, the capital city of India, is a vibrant metropolis that beautifully intertwines its rich historical legacy with contemporary living. With a history spanning over 2,500 years, Delhi has served as the seat of power for some of the world’s greatest empires — the Mauryas, Guptas, Mughals, and the British. Few cities on earth have been fought over, rebuilt, and reinvented as many times as Delhi, and that layered history is visible on virtually every street corner.

The city is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites — the Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb, and the Qutub Minar — each representing a different era of Delhi’s extraordinary past. The narrow lanes of Old Delhi, filled with bustling markets, centuries-old mosques, and traditional eateries, contrast sharply with the wide planned avenues and colonial architecture of New Delhi, built during the British period. This contrast is what makes Delhi unlike any other city in India — ancient and modern, chaotic and ordered, all at once.

Top Attractions in Delhi

Delhi rewards visitors who take their time. Most international travellers arrive here as their first stop in India, and first impressions matter. Here’s what we always make sure people experience.

The Red Fort is the natural starting point — a massive Mughal fortress on the banks of the Yamuna, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1648. Its imposing red sandstone walls and ornate interiors give you an immediate sense of the scale of Mughal ambition. Just a short walk away, the Jama Masjid is one of the largest mosques in India and still very much in active use — visiting during prayer time is a genuinely moving experience.

Humayun’s Tomb in South Delhi is often overlooked by day-trippers but is arguably more beautiful than many more famous monuments. Built in 1570, it served as the architectural inspiration for the Taj Mahal and sits in beautifully maintained gardens. The Qutub Minar, a 73-metre tower built in 1193, is the tallest brick minaret in the world and surrounded by the ruins of Delhi’s oldest mosque.

India Gate is best visited in the early evening when Delhi’s residents come out to walk and eat — it gives you a real sense of the city’s energy rather than just a photo opportunity. And if you have even half a day to spare, the lanes of Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi — explored on foot or by cycle rickshaw — are an assault on the senses in the best possible way, with spice markets, street food, and 400-year-old architecture all competing for your attention.

All of these are covered across our Delhi tour packages, with a local expert who knows exactly which lanes to take and which spots most tourists miss.

Best Time to Visit Delhi

October to March is the best time to visit Delhi, with October and November being particularly pleasant — cool, clear, and less crowded than the December-January peak. Winter mornings (December-January) can be surprisingly cold and foggy, which occasionally causes early morning train delays worth factoring into your Golden Triangle plans.

April and May see temperatures climb rapidly toward 42-45°C, making outdoor sightseeing genuinely exhausting. The monsoon (July to September) brings relief and turns Delhi’s parks and gardens lush green, but humidity is high and some days see heavy rainfall.

Our Delhi tour packages are designed around the season you’re visiting, with timing adjusted to make the most of the light and avoid the midday heat wherever possible.

How to Reach Delhi & Getting Around

Delhi is India’s main international gateway. Indira Gandhi International Airport has direct flights from the US, UK, Europe, Australia, and most major Asian hubs — making it the natural entry point for international visitors beginning a Golden Triangle tour.

Once in Delhi, the Delhi Metro is clean, reliable, and connects most major tourist areas including the airport. For sightseeing across Old and New Delhi in a single day, a private car with a knowledgeable driver is by far the most efficient option — you cover more ground, in comfort, without navigating unfamiliar roads yourself.

From Delhi, Agra is approximately 230 km (3-4 hours by car or under 2 hours by Gatimaan Express train), and Jaipur is approximately 280 km (4-5 hours by car or 4.5 hours by Shatabdi Express). Most of our Golden Triangle tours begin and end in Delhi.

We arrange private car transfers from Delhi to Agra, Jaipur, and across Rajasthan — as part of a full tour package or as a standalone service.

Browse our Delhi tour packages below — from same-day sightseeing tours to full Golden Triangle itineraries covering Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur.