Delhi 7 Day Itinerary
Delhi 7-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Explore Old Delhi
- Stay at: The Lalit New Delhi (www.thelalit.com)
- Breakfast at: United Coffee House, Connaught Place
- Activities: Visit Jama Masjid, walk through Chandni Chowk, explore Khari Baoli Spice Market, visit the Red Fort
- Evening: Enjoy a rickshaw ride in Old Delhi and watch the sunset at the historic Lal Qila (Red Fort)
- Tips: Wear comfortable shoes for walking. Bargain while shopping in Chandni Chowk.
Day 2: Explore New Delhi
- Breakfast at: Olive Bar & Kitchen, Mehrauli
- Activities: Visit India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar
- Lunch at: Hauz Khas Social or The Tavern, Hauz Khas Village
- Evening: Explore the vibrant nightlife in Hauz Khas Village
- Transportation: Use the Delhi Metro for an easy and affordable way to get around New Delhi
Day 3: Visit Dilli Haat & Crafts Museum
- Breakfast at: Cafe Turtle, Hauz Khas Village
- Activities: Browse local arts and crafts at Dilli Haat, learn about Indian culture at the National Handicrafts and Handlooms Museum (Crafts Museum)
- Lunch at: Cottage Industry, Dilli Haat
- Evening: Relax at Nehru Park or Deer Park, both located near Dilli Haat
- Tips: Visit Dilli Haat during the weekend for a wider variety of vendors.
Day 4: Trip to Akshardham & Noida/Greater Noida
- Breakfast at: The Piano Man Jazz Club, Safdarjung Enclave
- Activities: Visit Akshardham Temple and explore the nearby Gardens of India
- Lunch at: Chaayos or Boombox Café in Greater Noida
- Evening: Shopping at The Great India Place Mall, Noida
- Transportation: Take a taxi or Metro to Noida/Greater Noida.
Day 5: Day trip to Agra (Taj Mahal)
- Breakfast early at hotel and depart by car to Agra
- Activities: Visit the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri
- Lunch at: Sher-e-Punjab or Pinch of Spice in Agra
- Evening: Return to Delhi and rest
- Tips: Book tickets for the Taj Mahal online to avoid long queues. Hire a guide for a better experience.
Day 6: Explore Connaught Place & Khan Market
- Breakfast at: Kaffeine, Connaught Place
- Activities: Shopping in Connaught Place, visit the State Emporiums for authentic Indian handicrafts, explore Khan Market
- Lunch at: The Big Chill Café or Cafe Dory, Khan Market
- Evening: Relax at the Imperial Hotel’s Spa or enjoy a drink at The Piano Man Jazz Club
- Tips: Don’t miss the street food stalls in Connaught Place and Khan Market.
Day 7: Departure
- Breakfast at hotel
- Depart for the airport, keeping in mind traffic conditions.
Things to Know
- Delhi can be quite polluted, especially during winter months. Carry a pollution mask if necessary.
- Tipping is expected in restaurants and for services like rickshaw rides and hotel porters.
- Haggle when shopping, but respect the prices set by street vendors.
- Keep small change handy for public restrooms and parking meters.
- Indian rupees are the preferred currency; credit/debit cards are accepted at larger establishments.