Delhi in 10 Days

  1. Day 1: Red Fort
    20 minutes (8.0 km) from IGI Airport

    An architectural masterpiece. Don't miss the sound and light show in the evening.

  2. Day 2: India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan
    30 minutes (7.7 km) from Red Fort

    Pay tribute to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives and admire the Presidential Palace.

  3. Day 3: Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb
    45 minutes (17.1 km) from India Gate

    Marvel at the tallest brick minaret in the world and visit the fine example of Mughal architecture.

  4. Day 4: Lotus Temple and National Museum
    50 minutes (14.8 km) from Qutub Minar

    Seek blessings at the beautiful temple and learn about Indian history and culture.

  5. Day 5: Chandni Chowk and Spice market
    35 minutes (12.0 km) from Lotus Temple

    Explore the traditional market and experience the vibrant colors, sounds and smells of India.

  6. Day 6: Akshardham Temple and National Zoological Park
    35 minutes (13.6 km) from Chandni Chowk

    Admire the exquisite carvings and sculptures of the modern temple and explore the zoo.

  7. Day 7: Gandhi Smriti and National Handicrafts and Handlooms Museum
    30 minutes (11.2 km) from Akshardham Temple

    Visit the place where Mahatma Gandhi spent his last days and shop for traditional Indian handicrafts.

  8. Day 8: Dilli Haat and Hauz Khas Village
    20 minutes (9.5 km) from Gandhi Smriti

    Buy souvenirs and sample regional cuisines at the open-air bazaar, then explore the hip and happening urban village.

  9. Day 9: Jama Masjid and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
    20 minutes (8.2 km) from Dilli Haat

    Marvel at the grand mosque with its impressive courtyard and explore the Sikh temple.

  10. Day 10: Lodi Art District and Mehrauli Archaeological Park
    20 minutes (9.0 km) from Jama Masjid

    Take a walking tour of the vibrant street art and discover the historical wonders of the park.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Red Fort (2 hours, INR 35)
  • India Gate (1 hour, free)
  • Rashtrapati Bhavan (1 hour, free)
  • Qutub Minar (2 hours, INR 250)
  • Humayun's Tomb (2 hours, INR 250)
  • Lotus Temple (1 hour, free)
  • National Museum (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Chandni Chowk (2 hours, free)
  • Spice market (1 hour, free)
  • Akshardham Temple (3 hours, free)
  • National Zoological Park (3 hours, INR 40)
  • Gandhi Smriti (1 hour, free)
  • National Handicrafts and Handlooms Museum (2 hours, INR 15)
  • Dilli Haat (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Hauz Khas Village (2 hours, free)
  • Jama Masjid (1 hour, free)
  • Gurudwara Bangla Sahib (2 hours, free)
  • Lodi Art District (2 hours, free)
  • Mehrauli Archaeological Park (3 hours, INR 15)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 745

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a day trip to Agra to see the Taj Mahal or visit some of the neighboring cities of Delhi such as Jaipur or Amritsar. If you have less time, skip the National Handicrafts and Handlooms Museum and the Lodi Art District. Be sure to check timings and ticket prices in advance as they may change without notice.

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