Start your day at Connaught Place with a budget-friendly breakfast crawl - grab parathas and chai at Kake Di Hatti, followed by quick samosas at Kuremal Mohan Lal Kulfi Wale for a sweet twist; this keeps costs low and energy high for the group. After breakfast, take a leisurely walk through the nearby Central Park and head to the historic Jama Masjid area for a rickshaw ride (shared to save money) and panoramic views from the mosque steps, finishing with people-watching and budget street-snacks in Chandni Chowk before moving on to the afternoon activities.
After exploring Chandni Chowk, head towards Raj Ghat for a peaceful riverside walk and a quick, reflective group photo; the open lawns are free and perfect for a low-cost rest stop. From there, take an affordable shared auto or Metro to India Gate and the adjoining Rajpath; enjoy a picnic of street chaat from nearby vendors while the group lounges on the lawns, then stroll past the stately National Gallery of Modern Art (external viewing if on budget) before catching a short bus or Metro back to Connaught Place for evening plans.
As the sun dips, head to Hauz Khas Village for a mix of history and budget-friendly hangouts-explore the lakeside ruins and snap group photos at the atmospheric Hauz Khas Complex, then stroll down to the arty lanes lined with affordable cafés and street-food stalls. Finish with a relaxed, low-cost rooftop chai or lassi at a local café overlooking the reservoir (many shops offer wallet-friendly combos) and enjoy live music or people-watching before your 7pm wrap-up and an easy shared auto or Metro back to Connaught Place.