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Shah Jahan Tour: Discovering Shahjahanabad's History on a Cycle in Delhi
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203 Ratings
Delhi
Embark on the Shah Jahan Tour in Delhi to explore the rich history of Shahjahanabad on a thrilling cycle ride. Discover the vibrant blend of past and present in Old Delhi.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- DelhiByCycle - This is our meeting point, the travelers are expected to reach here by 06.30 am to meet the guide, get on their cycles, and start with briefings.
- Turkman Gate - An ancient gate which once was one of 14 entry point to the royal city
- Chawri Bazar - An old and busy market which saw a lot of transitions in the history. From being a meeting place to red-light district, and now a super crowded centre by evenings.
- Gadodia Market - A beautiful rooftop of Old Delhi in the middle of the spice market. Here we discuss the stories of spices, old Delhi and Fatehpuri Mosque
- Chandni Chowk - A street as famous as its name, from a canal passing by once upon a time to a major shopping hub now. This one single road is famous for street food, religious places of several faiths, wedding shopping, and whatnot
What's Included
- Expert guide for engaging storytelling
- Assistive co-guide ensuring help and safety
- Complimentary water bottle
- Refreshing Chai (tea) break included
- Safety helmets provided
- Breakfast at secret spots in Old Delhi
What's Not Included
- Transport to and from meeting point
- Personal expenses
- Any Gratuity to guides & co-guides
Additional Information
Explore Historical Old Delhi.
The Shah Jahan Excursion, provided by DelhiByCycle, offers a thrilling peek into the era of the influential Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, and the vast 1500 acre landscape of his kingdom - Shahjahanabad. Built in the 17th Century, it was, arguably, the wealthiest and most attractive city globally at that time.
Present-day, as you navigate its four-century-old maze of narrow lanes held in place by giant electrical wire networks and scented with the aroma of brewing tea and the spicy fragrance of breakfast curry, you witness a staggering simultaneity of bygone times and emerging future, vying for your notice.
- Kid Friendly (must be with parents & guardians)
- Dress code needs to me moderate according to conservative society of Old Delhi.
Location
Delite Cinema
We choose the most famous movie house in the old city, Delite Cinema, as our meeting point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Wsondermeijer
Jul 27, 2024
Excellent - Excellent tour through old Deli with the best tour guide Ankush.
I enjoyed it a lot, we had tea, a brackfast and additional Lassi on the way😀
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I
Jul 17, 2024
Best experience I had in Delhi. Loved it! - This is the best way to explore old Delhi and experience the way Delhi wakes up. We cycled through alleys we would never find ourselves, saw so many things you will never see without these perfect guides who told us a lot about the city and its history. They guided us safe through the traffic We felt never unsafe!
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Florism210
Jul 16, 2024
Amazing! - The bike tour was simply amazing! Our guide, Himanshu, knew everything about Old Delhi. Additionally, he was incredibly hospitable and gave us many useful tips about other hidden gems in the city. A visit to Delhi is not complete without seeing Old Delhi, and this bike tour is an absolute must for every traveler! Definitely 5 stars!
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Daytrip52276680607
Jul 16, 2024
Amazing morning in Delhi - Biking through old and new Delhi in the morning is a perfect way to discover the city. We did this on our first day to get a glimpse of the city. Our guide Ujjwal gave a very profound and interesting tour. It was a pleasure biking with him.
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Ursulamaryd
Jun 29, 2024
A definite thumbs up from us 👍 - This was our favourite activity in Delhi. Himanshu was the perfect tour guide and a great storyteller. He provided comprehensive historical commentary as well as interesting chats along the way, and later on he sent us heaps of tips and links for places to eat, shop and visit based on our interests. We enjoyed our snacks and chai breaks, and the behind the scenes experience of Old Delhi as well as points of interest along the way. Do yourself a favour and book a tour with these guys!
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Global02549400846
Jun 2, 2024
Loved my DBC tours - I really enjoyed cycling around Old Delhi in the early morning. It was great to go through the lanes and alleys as the city was starting to emerge. I enjoyed the Old Delhi tour so much that I went back when I passed through Delhi again a few days later for the river tour. We could cover so much more ground than walking, so much to see! The guides were great on both tours, pointing things out and explaining, and keeping the group safe where we crossed main roads. Really worth the early srart. Just wish I had had enough data on my phone to record the routes we took.
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Navigate67627561011
Apr 24, 2024
Delhi By Cycle - An amazing experience ! - The best experience ever ! I highly recommend this tour while in Delhi and a fantastic way to visit the old town! We all enjoyed it immensely and I would do it again anytime.
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Jet65980039440
Apr 5, 2024
Incredible view onto the daily life and culture of Delhi - Incredible experience, the tour is like nothing I had seen before. You really get a view into the daily lives of the regular people here, from all layers of society. The guide enthusiastically shows you the many cultural influences in the city and is very knowledgeable. You will come away with an incredible experience and a new sense of appreciation. I've said enough, go do it!
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W7408skjohne
Mar 16, 2024
Old Dehli bike trip - What a great experience. We got to ride through all of the warrens and little out of the way places in Old Delhi. Highly recommended.
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Louise
Mar 11, 2024
Old Delhi Street Food Tour - 6 of us did the Street Food tour of Old Delhi, with Ujjwal and Rahul, and really enjoyed it. It was great walk, very informative and they really looked after us. Highly recommended!
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