Option A: Drive to Raipur (35–50 km, 45–60 min) and take a morning flight to Delhi (1.5–2h). Option B: Board an overnight train from Durg/Bhilai to New Delhi (14–16h) if you prefer sleeper train travel. Choose by comfort and budget.
INR3500-6000 (flight) or INR800-2500 (train), Varies (2h flight + transfer / 14h train)
Check into a centrally located hotel in Connaught Place / Khan Market for easy access; breakfast/brunch at the hotel or nearby at Saravana Bhavan (Connaught Place) for reliable South Indian food.
A peaceful 15th–18th century garden dotted with tombs and wide lawns — great for a relaxed stroll after travel and good for photography. Open early morning to evening.
Walk around for shopping, cafés and bookshops; ideal for picking up travel essentials and light local shopping. Many shops open by 10:00 and stay until late evening.
For a memorable meal choose Indian Accent or Bukhara (book ahead) for fine dining, or Odeon Social / local Punjabi restaurant for hearty, budget-friendly fare.
Visit one of India’s largest mosques; climb the southern tower for panoramic views of Old Delhi. Mosque visiting times typically start early morning — modest dress recommended.
A UNESCO World Heritage site and iconic Mughal fort (generally open 9:30am–4:30pm). Explore museums, Diwan-i-Aam and Diwan-i-Khas; guided tours available.
National Museum (open ~10:00–17:00, closed Mondays) offers India’s civilisation history; Rail Museum (open ~9:30–17:00, closed Mondays) is family-friendly with vintage engines.
Architectural landmark shaped like a lotus; open generally from 9:00–17:00 and closed on Mondays — check local calendar to ensure it's open before visiting.
Stunning modern temple complex with exhibitions and light-and-sound show; note Akshardham is closed on Mondays and entry security is strict (no electronics inside). Shows usually in the evening — buy tickets in advance.
Drive (~3–4h) or take the Gatimaan/fast train to Agra for a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal (Taj open 6:00–18:00, closed Friday). Plan to leave very early to maximize time in Agra and return same day if needed.
INR3000-6000 (car) or INR700-1500 (train), 3h30m (one way)
Sunrise at the Taj is magical — early arrival avoids crowds and heat; carry water and sun protection. Note: Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays for congregational prayer.
If not doing Agra, spend the day at Khan Market, Janpath, or Select Citywalk for shopping and souvenirs; enjoy a leisurely lunch and head to the airport/train station in the evening for return to Bhilai/Raipur.
Catch an evening flight from IGI to Raipur (connect to Bhilai) or an overnight train from NDLS/NZM to Durg/Bhilai if you booked rail. Ensure you leave with enough time for airport check-in or train boarding.
INR3500-6000 (flight) or INR800-2500 (train), Varies