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Guided Tour to Spice Market Old Delhi with Cooking Class

1. Guided Tour to Spice Market Old Delhi with Cooking Class

Embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant streets of Old Delhi! Your day will begin with a private vehicle pick-up from your hotel, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide who will take you on a fascinating tour of the spice market. Explore the colorful and aromatic stalls and discover the incredible variety of spices and their uses in Indian cuisine. This is an unforgettable opportunity to experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of Old Delhi and gain a deeper understanding of Indian culture and cuisine. Old Delhi market provides a chance to witness one of the most organized yet chaotic and bustling markets in the world. Next, visit the breathtaking Jama Masjid, one of the largest and most famous mosques in India. Marvel at the stunning architecture and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of this iconic landmark. For lunch, you will visit the famous Karim's restaurant (cost not included). A visit to this world-renowned restaurant is a must for anyone visiting Delhi. The curries are perfectly balanced in taste and spices, making for a delightful experience. Throughout the day, your guide will provide fascinating insights into Indian traditions, culture, cooking, history, and much more. The tour is fully customized to your requirements and expectations, and the host will discuss the menu in advance to ensure you have a truly personalized experience. After lunch, head to the host family's home for a truly authentic cooking class. Enjoy an evening tea with Indian snacks before diving into the cooking experience. Learn traditional recipes and tips to recreate the exact taste at home and savor the flavors of your own cooking during an elaborate dinner with your host family. Indulge in an elaborate and immersive cooking experience where you'll learn the art of making the famous Indian evening tea snack, fritter. The host has a unique recipe that will keep these crispy delights fresh for hours, and the taste is so divine, you'll be whipping them up effortlessly in your own kitchen. But that's not all - you'll also learn to make Masala Tea, lovingly called chai, and enjoy a relaxing tea time that will rejuvenate your senses for the cooking class. Served with three delectable Indian snacks, this tea time will be a treat for your taste buds. After tea, it's time to get your hands dirty in the kitchen! The host will have a few main and side dishes ready, and you'll be a part of the cooking process for 2-3 main dishes. Want to focus on a specific dish? No problem – this is a fully customized experience where you can plan your learning experience as per your desires. Their suggested menu includes a delectable curry dish (chicken/mutton), a mouth-watering Paneer (cottage cheese) preparation, a lentil dish, a seasonal veggie, a potato dish, and an elaborate Biryani - all followed by a homemade Indian dessert. The host recommends focusing on learning the curry, Biryani, and a veggie/lentil dish to truly master the art of Indian cooking.

From Delhi: All-Inclusive Taj Mahal Tour by Gatimaan Express

2. From Delhi: All-Inclusive Taj Mahal Tour by Gatimaan Express

Spend a day visiting the top sites in Agra on a Taj Mahal day tour. Travel on a superfast train from Delhi, enjoying breakfast on the way and dinner on the return journey. Marvel at the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, and eat like royalty in a 5-star hotel for lunch. Start your tour from your hotel where your driver will pick you up to transfer you to Nizamuddin Railway Station. Find your train coach and seats with your driver's assistance and depart from the train station at 8:10 AM. Eat breakfast on the train to begin your day. Arrive in Agra at 9:50 AM and meet your guide in front of the train coach. Get seated in the car and proceed to visit the famous and most iconic monument in India, the Taj Mahal. Spend up to 3 hours exploring this monument. Go to a 5-star hotel and feel like luxury as you taste Indian delicacies and admire the top-rated restaurant. Relax for up to 1 hour during this break before returning to the tour. Visit Agra Fort, the giant building made of red sandstone in the 16th century. Walk around the fort with your guide for 1 hour and then, make a final stop at Itimad-Ud-Daulah also known as Baby Taj. Return to Agra Railway Station and board your train for Delhi. The train will leave at 5:50 PM and arrive in Delhi at 7:30 PM. Have dinner on the train to finish off your memorable day. Upon arrival in Delhi, meet your driver in front of the coach and get dropped to your hotel.

From Delhi: Private 5-Day Golden Triangle Tour

3. From Delhi: Private 5-Day Golden Triangle Tour

Experience the best of India's Golden Triangle on this 5-day tour. Discover some of the city's best monuments and stay in luxury accommodation as you travel around 3 of the Golden Triangle's best cities in the company of a private tour guide and driver.  Day 1 Benefit from pickup at your desired location in Delhi, Noida or Gurgaon. Take a half-day tour of Delhi city center with time in both New and Old Dehli. Admire monuments such as the Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, and India Gate. Drive past Khari Baoli Spice Market, Parliament House, and the President's Palace before checking into your hotel. Day 2 After breakfast, proceed to Agra and check-in at your hotel before taking a guided tour of Mehtab Bagh, a charbagh complex with breathtaking views of the Taj Mahal complex and Agra Fort.  Day 3 Rise early to watch the sunrise over the Taj Mahal and enjoy a guided tour of this majestic palace before the crowds arrive. Later, visit the historic Agra Fort before proceeding to Jaipur where you will spend the night. Day 4 After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a guided tour of Jaipur. Visit the majestic Amber Fort and marvel at the beauty of Jal Mahal. Continue to the Palace of the Winds and stop at the Jantar Mantar Observatory and Maharaja's City Palace. Day 5 Make the journey back to Delhi or, if you wish, get dropped off at Jaipur airport.

Delhi: Private 3-Day Golden Triangle Experience

4. Delhi: Private 3-Day Golden Triangle Experience

Day 1: Delhi Half-Day City Tour, Agra Begin your 3-day Golden Triangle tour with pickup from your desired location in Delhi, Noida, or Gurugram by air-conditioned car. Your half-day tour of Delhi begins with a visit to Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek. Admire the Lotus Temple, also called Bahai Temple, and India Gate. Traveling in a private climate-controlled vehicle with a driver, you will later ride past the Parliament House, the President's Palace, and the Secretariat buildings. Following your tour in Delhi, have lunch before driving for 3 to 4 hours along the Yamuna Expressway to Agra. Upon arrival in Agra, check-in to your hotel before spending the evening at leisure. Day 2: Agra and Jaipur Start your sightseeing of Agra city early with a mesmerizing view of the sunrise as it ascends beside the Taj Mahal. Take a guided tour inside the Taj Mahal for approximately 2 hours, before returning to your hotel for breakfast. Following breakfast, check-out from your hotel and visit the historic Agra Fort, also known as Red Fort. Afterwards, proceed to Jaipur, where upon your arrival you will check in to your hotel. Day 3: Jaipur City Tour, Delhi Kick start the last day of your tour with a satisfying breakfast. Following that, take a guided sightseeing tour of Jaipur city. Visit Amber Fort situated on the top of the hill, and be treated to the majestic and surreal views of Jal Mahal. Following your time exploring the Jal Mahal, head to the Palace of Winds, also known as Hawa Mahal, which was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh. You will later finish with a visit to Jantar Mantar and Maharaja’s city palace, during which you will have time for lunch. Finally, you will make the journey back to Delhi, or if you prefer, to Jaipur Airport. Agra 4 star hotel options: Holiday Inn or Crystal Sarovar Premier or similar 4 Star Hotel Agra 5 star hotel options: Jaypee Palace or Courtyard by Marriott or similar 5 Star Hotel Jaipur 4 star hotel options: Sarovar Premier or Similar 4 Star Hotel Jaipur 5 star hotel options: Holiday Inn city center or Hilton or Similar 5 Star Hotel

From Delhi: Private 4-Day Golden Triangle Luxury Tour

5. From Delhi: Private 4-Day Golden Triangle Luxury Tour

Discover some of the most magnificent monuments in India on a luxury, private tour of the 3 great cities of India's Golden Triangle. Treat yourself and stay in luxury accommodation to get a taste of life on the subcontinent during the days of the Raj. Alternatively, book your own accommodation and choose the option which does not include hotel bookings. Day 1: Delhi – Agra Benefit from pick-up at your desired location in Delhi, Noida or Gurgaon. Take a half-day tour of Delhi city center to see monuments such as the Qutub Minar, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek. Admire the Lotus Temple (Bahai Temple) and India Gate. Drive past Parliament House and the President's Palace before taking the expressway to Agra.  Day 2: Agra – Jaipur Wake early to get a majestic view of the sunrise and Taj Mahal. Look inside the mausoleum on a 2-hour guided tour before the crowds arrive. Return to your hotel for breakfast. Visit the historic Agra Fort before proceeding to Jaipur.  Day 3: Jaipur City Tour Visit the majestic Amber Fort after breakfast and gaze in wonder at the beauty of Jal Mahal. Continue to the Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal) and stop at the Jantar Mantar Observatory and Maharaja's City Palace. Day 4: Jaipur – Delhi Drive back to Delhi after breakfast and get dropped off at the airport, railway station or your hotel. Agra 4 star hotel options: Holiday Inn or Crystal Sarovar Premier or similar Agra 5 star hotel options: Jaypee Palace or Courtyard by Marriott or similar Jaipur 4 star hotel options: Sarovar Premier or Similar 4 Star Hotel Jaipur 5 star hotel options: Holiday Inn city center or Hilton or Similar 5 Star Hotel

From Delhi: 2-Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Jaipur

6. From Delhi: 2-Day Golden Triangle Tour to Agra and Jaipur

On day 1, travel from New Delhi to Agra by car and enjoy some sightseeing during the day. Begin the trip with a pick-up from the airport, railway station, or your hotel in Delhi. Take a 3-hour drive on the expressway to reach Agra, the city of the Taj Mahal. Upon arrival to Agra, meet the tour guide and proceed to the magnificent monument, the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the south bank of the Yamuna River. It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, to house the tomb of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. After exploring the Agra Fort, yet another Unesco World Heritage Site. Agra Fort is a historical fort in the city of Agra in India. It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal dynasty until 1638 when the capital was shifted from Agra to Delhi. After visiting Agra Fort, you will be driven to Jaipur. On arrival, check into your hotel and stay overnight in Jaipur. On day 2, enjoy sightseeing in Jaipur. Depart in the morning after breakfast, and meet your local guide to visit the Amber Fort. The Amber Fort was the capital of this state a long time ago. En route, enjoy a photo stop at Hawa Mahal - the Palace of the Winds. Later, visit Jantar Mantar, City Palace Museum, and the apartment housing museums with an array of textiles, costumes, arms, weapons, and paintings. In the end, you will be transferred back to your hotel in New Delhi or another location in the city.

From Delhi: Day Trip to Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj

7. From Delhi: Day Trip to Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Baby Taj

Following pickup from any desired location in Delhi, Gurugram or Noida, proceed to Agra in a climate controlled, private car. Visit some of India's most well known destinations with the ease and comfort of a private driver and guide.  Upon arrival at the Taj Mahal, your guide will join you and handover the tickets for entry to the infamous Taj Mahal. Spend as much time as you like exploring this impressive example of Mughal architecture. Head to Agra Fort, and enjoy a guided tour of 1-hour before lunch at the Courtyard by Marriott. Taste a freshly prepared lunch in 5 star surroundings. After Lunch, visit the Baby Taj an exquisite tomb constructed centuries ago.  Following your day of exploration, your driver will return you to Delhi, back where you began.

Delhi: All-Inclusive Taj Mahal & Agra Day Trip by Train

8. Delhi: All-Inclusive Taj Mahal & Agra Day Trip by Train

Your tour will begin with as your guide picks you up from your accommodation in Delhi. From there you will be transferred to the Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway station to board the Gatimaan Express to Agra. A hot breakfast will be served on the train followed by tea or coffee, before you arrive to the Agra Cantt Railway Station. There you will be received from the platform upon arrival, before your guided city tour starts. From the Agra railway station, you will be taken to the majestic Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders of the world, and is known for its breathtaking beauty. It stands as a perfect white mausoleum with intricate carvings all over it, and your guide will explain the history of the Taj Mahal whilst giving you an insight into its main attraction spots. Just overlooking the Taj Mahal beyond the River Yamuna is the Agra Fort. This red sandstone structure is a marvel of architecture and art and represents the royal life during the Mughal Empire in Agra. The premise of the Red Fort consists of various historical places, which are able to be explored during your visit. Following the Agra Fort lunch will be served at one of the famous air-conditioned restaurants in Agra. Following lunch, you will explore Itmad-Ud-Daulah. Also going by the name "Baby Taj", this monument is built out of white marble with intricate carvings and works. Once you have had your share of the local feel of Agra, you can head back to the Agra Railway Station to board your train back to New Delhi. After reaching New Delhi you will be picked up by a representative, before being transferred to the airport/your hotel.

New Delhi: Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal & Agra Fort tour

9. New Delhi: Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal & Agra Fort tour

Discover the wonders of the Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort on a guided tour. Learn about the living style of the Mughals and marvel at the unique arts and crafts of the region at a local artisan. After being picked up from your hotel drive through the expressway to Agra. Visit the iconic Taj Mahal with an express entry ticket. Marvel at the stunning architecture and click photos while exploring the place at your own pace. Continue to see Agra Fort, one of the most beautiful and grand forts of the Mughals. Learn how the royal families used to live in those days and see the place from where king Shahjahan used to admire the Taj Mahal. Next, you will proceed for lunch, Enjoy visiting a local artisan to admire local arts and crafts before heading back to New Delhi. 

From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Fort Private Tour

10. From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise and Agra Fort Private Tour

Discover the beauty of the Taj Mahal at sunrise, before the crowds arrive, on a private day trip from Delhi. Visit the Unesco-listed Agra Fort with a local guide and travel by air-conditioned transportation. You can upgrade to include breakfast at a 5-star hotel in Agra. After getting picked up from your hotel, hop in the private air-conditioned vehicle that will take you to Agra in just 3 hours. Here, meet your guide and set out for your Taj Mahal sunrise tour. Spend up to 3 hours exploring the grounds and learning more from your guide. Next, sit down to breakfast at a 5-star hotel (if option selected), where you will savor the flavors of Indian cuisine. After breakfast, visit the Agra Fort, a Unesco heritage site famously known as the Agra Quila. Built from red sandstone, this impressive structure was the home of notable Mughal emperors such as Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan, and Aurangzeb. After a morning full of touring, hop back in the car and get dropped off back at your hotel in Delhi in the afternoon.

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I booked Private taj mahal tour with guide Nadeem Nadeem is very friendly and help, his ver informative in the begin about how the tour will run. He has very good knowledge abouy the culture back ground and the architecture of all the ancient monuments. The route is well designed Highly recommand.

We are travelers from South Africa. We booked our tour through Get Your Guide. The tour was amazing. The train ride from Delhi to Agra was very comfortable and pleasant. Our tour guide, Ali from Hello India Tour was absolutely brilliant and very informative. It was really a pleasant experience.

Beautiful tour with lots of interesting information and a very nice guide Akil.He provided so much knowledge with fun and it was a real pleasure to spend the time with him.I would definitely recommend that to anyone and book again.

Amir is very professional and trip arrangement comfortable overall satisfying.

Well planned, interesting trip with a great driver.