The smell of frying parathas hitting your nose, the tangle of electric wires blocking the sky, and a rickshaw wallah yelling “side, side!” right in your ear.
Yeah, I know — the photos look chaotic. And honestly? It is. But you can’t say you’ve seen India until you’ve walked the lanes of Shahjahanabad. This isn’t a museum trip where you stand behind velvet ropes. This old delhi heritage tour is a contact sport. We dive straight into the maze. We walk through markets that have been selling the same silver and spices for 300 years. You will sneeze in the spice market, get sticky fingers from fresh Jalebis, and stand in the massive courtyard of India’s largest mosque. It’s loud, it’s dirty in places, and it’s absolutely electric. If you want a sanitized version of Delhi, go to the mall. If you want the soul of the city, come with us.
The Spice Hit: Walking up the stairs of Khari Baoli. The air is so thick with chili powder you will cough, but the view from the top is worth it.
Rickshaw Rush: Sitting in a cycle rickshaw as the driver navigates an inch away from a bullock cart. It’s better than a roller coaster.
Cold Marble: Stepping barefoot onto the floor of Jama Masjid. The sudden silence inside the mosque walls is shocking after the street noise.
Sugar Rush: Watching a Jalebi being fried in pure ghee and eating it hot. It drips syrup everywhere.
The Haveli View: Standing on a secret rooftop in the middle of the chaos, looking down at the Red Fort and the ant-like crowds.
We meet at the Metro station. No car can get in here, so we walk. First stop: Jama Masjid. It’s massive. We climb the steps, leave our shoes (tipping the keeper is key), and enter. The scale of the red sandstone courtyard is humbling. You see locals praying, chatting, and just living. This is the anchor of our jama masjid tour.
💡 Local Insight: “Shoulders and knees must be covered. We carry extra fabric wraps just in case.”
We dive into the lanes of Chandni Chowk. We walk past the wedding market (Kinari Bazar)—it’s blindingly shiny with gold lace. Then, we hop onto cycle rickshaws. This is the only way to survive the traffic. We zip past the Sis Ganj Gurudwara and the Town Hall.
💡 Local Insight: “Keep your elbows inside the rickshaw. The lanes are tight.”
We reach Khari Baoli, Asia’s largest spice market. We walk through the warehouse section. It smells of dried mango, turmeric, and intense red chili. We climb to a rooftop for that classic photo of the spice sacks and the red fort tour view in the distance.
💡 Local Insight: “If you have asthma or a sensitive nose, bring a mask. The chili dust is real.”
You can’t leave without eating. We do a mini chandni chowk food tour. We stop for Paranthas (stuffed bread) or Daulat Ki Chaat (milk foam, winter only). We wind our way back to the Metro station. You’ll be dusty, full, and tired.
💡 Local Insight: “Don’t drink the free water offered at stalls. Stick to your bottled water.”
Prices shift a bit with season, so check before packing your bags.
| Group Size | Price Per Person |
| 1 Person (Solo) | $65 |
| 2 Persons | $45 |
| 3-4 Persons | $35 |
| Inclusions | Guide, Rickshaw Ride, Food Tasting |
(Note: Kids under 12 go free. We don’t charge for them because they usually get tired and end up being carried!)
Old Delhi is an assault on the senses. There is trash on the streets. There are stray dogs. The noise of honking is constant. If you are claustrophobic, this will be tough. How Travel Indica solves it: We know the quiet shortcuts. We know which food stalls have clean oil. And our guide acts as a human shield between you and the aggressive beggars so you can actually look around.
We don’t just show you the monuments; we take you into the hidden lanes, the rooftops, and the kitchens of the real city. It is the most authentic old delhi heritage tour you can book.
Yes. You are with a local guide. However, dress modestly (no tank tops or short shorts) to avoid staring.
About 2-3 kilometers. But it’s slow walking. The rickshaw covers the long stretches. It is a genuine old delhi walking tour, so wear sneakers.
We only take you to 3-4 specific shops (like Kanwarji’s or Old Famous Jalebi) that have been safe for decades. We skip the random carts.
On this walk, we only see it from the outside. Entering takes 2-3 hours and kills the market vibe.
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