Walking Tour Of Mehrauli With Lunch - Delhi

New Delhi , India

Walking Tour Of Mehrauli With Lunch - Delhi

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About this experience

On this half-day tour explore Mehrauli, one of the seven ancient cities that were a part of Delhi. Situated in the south-west of New Delhi, the archaeological site of Mehrauli has over 440 monuments that date from the 10th to the 19th century. Walk through this treasure trove of ancient monuments with a local guide who will tell you the tales of a bygone era.

Highlights
• Hauz-e-Shamsi, a 13th century water reservoir
• Jahaz Mahal or the Ship Palace
• Zafar Mahal, the last monument to be built by the mighty Mughals

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1-8 Travelers

Price per person for 1-8 travelers<br/>Pickup included

What's included

02 bottles of mineral water per person

Lunch (beverage excluded)

Local English speaking guide

Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Detailed itinerary

You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to Mehrauli.

With your guide explore some of the most famous monuments of this area that span a period of almost a thousand years. These monuments include forts, palaces, tombs, havelis (mansions), shrines for gods and mystics, rest houses and water tanks.

Visit Hauz-i-Shamsi, a water reservoir built by the Mamluk Emperor Shams-ud-din Iltutmish in 1230 A.D. The location of the reservoir was revealed to the Emperor by Prophet Muhammad in a dream. At the edge of the reservoir is the tomb of the 17th century Persian writer, Abdul Haqq Dehlavi.

On the eastern side of the reservoir lies a spectacular palace, whose reflection in the surrounding reservoir resembles a ship that led to it being named as the 'Ship Palace' or Jahaz Mahal. The palace is the venue of a three-day festival - the Phoolon Walon ki Sair (the procession of florists) that takes place to date.

The walk ends at Zafar Mahal, the last monument to be built in the fading years of the Mughal Empire. Bahadur Shah Zafar, the last Mughal Emperor, had intended to be buried within the precincts of this palace. This could not be as the Emperor was exiled to Burma by the British, where he died.

Next to the palace is the shrine of Qutubuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki, the patron saint of Delhi.

At the end of the tour, enjoy lunch (beverage excluded) at a local restaurant.

After lunch you will be dropped back at your hotel.

What's not included

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Camera usage fees in historic sites

Available languages

Guide guide

Important information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Adult pricing applies to all travelers.

A moderate amount of walking is involved. Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.

Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.

Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

Important notes

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

About New Delhi

New Delhi, the capital of India, is a vibrant blend of ancient history and modern development. It offers a rich cultural experience with its historic monuments, bustling markets, and diverse cuisine. The city is a gateway to understanding India's past and present.

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