Two full days of Old and New Delhi sightseeing culminate in an intimate, hands-on cooking class. This private tour pairs iconic monuments with market visits and a home-style dinner to sample authentic flavours and cultural context.
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Morning in Old Delhi arrives as a tangle of rickshaws, spice-scented air, and narrow lanes that force you to slow down and notice — a vivid counterpoint to the broad avenues of New Delhi where colonial-era buildings stand squared against the sky.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 days (approx. 8–9 hours/day)
Fitness Level
Light fitness: able to walk short distances, stand for monument visits, and manage steps and uneven ground.
Wildlife
History
Delhi layers Mughal-era garden-tombs and bazaars with the British-era Lutyens plan for New Delhi; many sites reflect these successive eras of power and patronage.
Conservation
Heritage sites face wear from heavy visitation — follow site rules, avoid touching fragile surfaces and use designated paths to reduce impact.
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Pack for temple etiquette
Carry a scarf to cover your head at Sikh and some Hindu sites and wear modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees.
Hydrate and carry small cash
Carry a reusable water bottle and small notes for street purchases — many vendors expect cash for quick buys.
Plan for spice levels
If you’re sensitive to spice, tell your cooking instructor in advance — Indian home cooking can be adjusted but often embraces heat.
Comfortable shoes for bazaar surfaces
Old Delhi’s alleys and rickshaw rides involve uneven pavements and crowded stalls — sturdy, comfortable shoes matter.
Comfortable walking shoes
Closed, supportive shoes handle uneven pavements and long market walks.
Sun protection (hat & sunscreen)
Delhi sun can be intense, especially in spring–summer; protect skin and eyes.
summer
Modest scarf or shawl
Useful for temple head coverings and for cooler early mornings in winter.
Portable phone charger/power bank
Keeps phones charged for navigation, photos, and recipe notes during the cooking class.