Delhi and Amritsar Trip from Rewa

Evening Departure

Begin your journey from Rewa on the evening of 23 October. The practical choice is an overnight train toward New Delhi—check the exact service and running days on IRCTC, as train schedules can change. A 2AC or 3AC berth is worth considering for a more comfortable night with your wife; expect roughly 12–15 hours and keep water, light food, chargers, and a small lock for your luggage. Reach Rewa railway station about 45–60 minutes before departure, since platforms and coach positions can be confirmed only after the final chart is prepared.

A private car is possible but tiring: the road journey is usually around 10–12 hours, depending on traffic, breaks, and the route through Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. If driving, leave early enough to avoid entering Delhi during the morning rush. On arrival on 24 October, arrange accommodation near New Delhi Railway Station or Aerocity—the former is better for central sightseeing, while Aerocity is calmer and more convenient if your onward travel involves the airport. Use a prepaid taxi, app cab, or Delhi Metro rather than accepting unsolicited offers outside the station, and keep the rest of the day flexible for breakfast, check-in, and recovery after the overnight journey.

Morning: Arrival and a gentle start

After arriving at New Delhi Railway Station, take an app cab or prepaid taxi to your hotel; allow roughly 20–40 minutes depending on traffic, and keep ₹250–₹500 aside for the transfer. Check in, shower, have tea, and rest for 1–2 hours—after an overnight train, it is better not to rush. Aim to leave around 10:30–11:00 a.m. for India Gate. From central Delhi, a cab is simplest; the area around Kartavya Path is spacious and easy for a relaxed first walk. Spend about an hour here, preferably staying near the lawns and memorial rather than trying to cover too much in the midday sun. Entry is free, though security checks and temporary closures can occur.

Afternoon: Museum, lunch, and old astronomy

From India Gate, a 10–15-minute cab ride brings you to the National Museum, New Delhi on Janpath. Plan around two hours for its archaeological galleries, Buddhist art, Chola bronzes, and miniature paintings. It is generally open from about 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and is usually closed on Mondays; confirm the October 2026 schedule before leaving. Tickets are commonly in the ₹20–₹300 range depending on the applicable category, and large bags may need to be deposited. Walk or take a short auto-rickshaw ride toward Saravana Bhavan in Connaught Place for lunch—allow ₹300–₹600 per person for dosas, thali, filter coffee, or a light South Indian meal. After lunch, Jantar Mantar is only a short walk away; give the historic observatory around 45 minutes, checking the gate’s same-day closing time before you go.

Evening: Colonnades and an easy finish

Spend the early evening wandering through Connaught Place at an unhurried pace. The white colonnades, Palika Bazaar area, bookshops, cafés, and inner-circle lanes are liveliest after 5:00 p.m.; avoid buying anything expensive from aggressively offered street stalls, and keep phones and wallets secure in crowded stretches. For coffee or dessert, choose an established café around the Inner Circle rather than trying to add another distant attraction. After roughly 1½ hours, return to your hotel by Metro or app cab—Rajiv Chowk is the useful Metro station, but a cab may be more comfortable if you are tired. Delhi’s October evenings are usually pleasant, although pollution and traffic can still make a light mask and a little extra travel time worthwhile.

Morning: Red Fort and Jama Masjid

Start around 8:30–9:00 AM at Red Fort, entering through Lahori Gate. Allow about two hours to see the courtyards, palace halls, and Diwan-i-Khas without rushing; the fort is generally closed on Mondays, so verify the October 2026 schedule before relying on this plan. A ticket is usually around ₹35 for Indian visitors, with additional charges for some attractions. From there, take an e-rickshaw or walk roughly 15 minutes through Old Delhi to Jama Masjid. Dress modestly, remove your shoes, and carry small notes for footwear storage; avoid the minaret climb if the stairs feel crowded or tiring.

Lunch: Old Delhi food walk

Spend about 1½ hours exploring Chandni Chowk, preferably with a short guided food walk rather than trying to cover every lane. Look for established, busy vendors serving Daulat ki Chaat when available, bedmi puri, jalebi, and savoury snacks around Dariba Kalan and Kinari Bazaar. Keep portions small, drink only sealed water, and avoid raw chutneys if either of you has a sensitive stomach. The lanes are congested, so walking is usually faster than a car; budget roughly ₹400–₹800 per person for a comfortable tasting lunch.

Afternoon and evening: Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib, Raj Ghat, and dinner

After lunch, walk to Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib, one of Chandni Chowk’s most important Sikh shrines, for about 45 minutes. Cover your head, remove shoes, and sit quietly in the prayer hall; visitors are welcome, and the atmosphere is especially moving after the noisy bazaar. Take an app cab to Raj Ghat—usually 20–30 minutes depending on traffic—for a peaceful late-afternoon visit in the garden. Keep shoulders and knees covered and allow 45 minutes. For dinner, reserve well ahead at Indian Accent at The Lodhi on Lodhi Road; its modern Indian tasting-style menu is a lovely contrast to the day’s street food, with dinner typically costing ₹3,000–₹5,000 per person before drinks and taxes. A cab back to your hotel is easiest, and you should expect Old Delhi traffic to make the full day feel pleasantly, if busily, unhurried.

Morning

Begin at Humayun’s Tomb around 8:00 AM, before the lawns become busy and the October sun grows strong. The monument usually opens from sunrise to sunset, with entry around ₹50 for Indian visitors; allow 1½ hours for the main tomb, gateways, and charbagh garden. From here, it is a short auto-rickshaw or e-rickshaw ride to Sunder Nursery—roughly 10 minutes via Nizamuddin East—where you can stroll among restored Mughal-era structures, ponds, and flowering gardens. Set aside about 1½ hours; entry is generally around ₹50–₹100, but check the current ticketing policy before leaving.

Lunch and Afternoon

Take an app cab from Sunder Nursery to Khan Market, allowing 20–30 minutes depending on traffic. For lunch, Big Chill is dependable for a relaxed sit-down meal, while Perch Wine & Coffee Bar is better for a lighter meal and coffee; expect roughly ₹500–₹1,200 per person. Spend an hour browsing the market’s bookshops, stationery stores, and small independent boutiques, then leave by about 1:30 PM. A cab to Qutub Minar normally takes 35–50 minutes. The complex is generally open from sunrise to 8:00 PM, with Indian entry around ₹35–₹40; allow two hours for the minaret, Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, and surrounding ruins. Keep your ticket and walk slowly—the site is larger than it first appears.

Evening and Transfer

From Qutub Minar, take a 10–15-minute auto-rickshaw or cab to Hauz Khas Village. Walk around the medieval lakefront ruins first, then settle at The Kunafa Story for dessert or Naivedyam for South Indian food; the village is lively in the evening, but lanes are uneven and parking is difficult. Because your train to Amritsar is still ahead, leave Hauz Khas Village by about 5:00 PM and allow at least 60–75 minutes to reach New Delhi Railway Station, plus time for station security and locating your platform. A Vande Bharat departure around 6:00–8:00 PM is the most convenient, but verify the exact October 2026 schedule on IRCTC; if no suitable train allows this sightseeing plan, choose a later express. On reaching Amritsar Junction, arrange a prepaid taxi or app cab to your hotel in advance, particularly if arriving late at night.

Early Morning: Golden Temple and Akal Takht

Check out early, leave your luggage with the hotel or use the cloakroom at Amritsar Junction, and reach the Golden Temple around 5:30–6:00 AM. The temple is open around the clock, and the quiet morning hours are especially atmospheric as pilgrims walk around the sarovar. Allow about two hours for the marble parikrama, the sanctum, and the peaceful views across the water. Cover your head, remove your shoes, and dress modestly; free head coverings and shoe storage are available. Continue within the same complex to Akal Takht, one of Sikhism’s most important seats of authority, allowing roughly 30 minutes. Walking is easiest here, as the lanes around the complex are busy and often restricted to pedestrians.

Late Morning: Kesar Da Dhaba

Walk through the old lanes to Kesar Da Dhaba, allowing 10–15 minutes from the temple. This long-established restaurant is a good place for a filling Punjabi meal—try dal, stuffed parathas, paneer, or kulcha with lassi. It generally opens from late morning, but confirm the timing locally because hours can change; budget approximately ₹300–₹700 per person. After eating, take a leisurely walk through the surrounding Old Amritsar lanes rather than immediately booking a cab—the narrow streets, traditional shopfronts, and spice-filled air are part of the experience.

Midday: Jallianwala Bagh and Departure

From Kesar Da Dhaba, walk or take an e-rickshaw a short distance to Jallianwala Bagh, near the Golden Temple. Spend about an hour at the memorial, including the preserved bullet-marked walls, well, and museum displays. It is a reflective visit, so allow yourselves time rather than treating it as a quick stop. Afterward, return to Amritsar Junction by auto-rickshaw or app cab—normally 10–20 minutes, though traffic near the old city can be slow. Collect your luggage and aim to be at the station at least 30 minutes before departure. The rail journey back toward Rewa usually takes around 15–20 hours and may require a connection; a flight generally still involves a connection plus onward road or rail travel, so check the complete door-to-door route before booking. An afternoon or evening train is practical after this short sightseeing circuit, but confirm the final service and connection on IRCTC before checkout.