Rangeela Rickshaw Tour: A Guided Journey Through Lahore's Walled City

Experience the Rangeela Rickshaw Tour in Lahore’s Walled City and explore its rich heritage. Ride in beautifully decorated rickshaws while visiting historical sites and enjoying a musical performance.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lahore Fort - The Lahore Fort (Shahi Qila) in Lahore, Pakistan, is a vast complex of fortifications, marble mosques, and palaces constructed by Mughal Emperor Akbar, known as Akbar the Great. Although there were structures and defenses on the site since the 11th century and earlier, it was under Akbar the Great that the current fort flourished.
  • Badshahi Mosque - The King of all mosques in Lahore, the Badshahi Mosque, held the title of the world’s largest mosque for over 313 years. The mosque’s grandeur is evident from the fact that for the first 70 years after its construction in 1673, it was renowned for its exceptional size, visible from nearly ten miles away! The mosque was highly significant in its time and remains so today, standing with great splendor and magnificence.
  • Masjid Wazir Khan - The Wazir Khan mosque was built in 1634 by Shaikh Ilm-ud-din Ansari, Viceroy of Punjab under Shah Jahan. Ansari, originally from Chiniot in the Jhang district of Punjab, studied medicine under Hakim Dawi and was hired by the Mughal court as the personal physician of Prince Kuram, the future Shah Jehan. Impressed by Ansari’s skills, the young prince awarded him the title Wazir Khan in 1620, meaning “Minister” in Urdu.

Wazir Khan acquired a large tract of land in Lahore, bounded by the Delhi Gate to the east and the Lahore Fort to the west. He founded the mosque that now bears his name on the site of the tomb of Syed Muhammed Ishaq (also known as Miran Badshah), a saint who migrated from Iran in the 13th century. Wazir Khan also established a bathhouse (Shahi Hammam) and other commercial establishments along the road to the mosque, with the income intended to ensure the mosque’s maintenance in perpetuity.

  • Shahi Hammam - The 17th-century Shahi Hammam fell into disuse during the decline of the Mughal Empire and the ensuing chaos. The 1,000 m² complex was rehabilitated over two years, with interventions including the exposure, conservation, and display of the original waterworks, drainage, and heating networks, as well as the historic floor level. The restoration also included the original entrance, internal chambers, and architectural features, with provisions for internal and external illumination. The original frescoes from the Mughal period were also conserved. Once neglected, the hammam is now alive with cultural programming and events.

  • Gali Surjan Singh - Lahore is a historical city and currently the second most important business hub in Pakistan. The Walled City of Lahore is very famous, and currently, the talk of the town is Surjan Singh Street.

Surjan Singh was a poet and Hakeem by profession. He was a very generous person, and according to some research, he treated the royals, which contributed to his popularity. The street he resided in Lahore was named after him as Gali Surjan Singh.

Gali Surjan Singh is a model street of the Walled City of Lahore and has recently become a hot topic. Many people are astonished and ask, “What is in this street that has made it so popular?”

The answer lies in its cleanliness and decoration, which surprise visitors. The residents of Gali Surjan Singh, with the help of the Walled City Authority, have beautified the street.

  • Haveli Mian Sultan - Mian Sultan was a famous contractor during British rule. Have you ever heard of him or his haveli inside the Walled City of Lahore? Before I delve into his haveli, which is undoubtedly a mesmerizing piece of art, let me tell you about this contractor. Mian Muhammad Sultan, at the young age of 12, came to Lahore from Kashmir as his maternal family was residing there. He was not affluent and belonged to a lower-middle-class family. Historical accounts state that he did various tedious jobs to make ends meet. He was the first to start manufacturing soap in Lahore, an interesting fact! Some historians also write that he practiced wrestling for a living, and during that time, Maharajah Sher Singh rewarded him with a horse, a significant prize for Sultan, who never knew where his fate would take him.

  • Chitta Darwaza - This gate is located on the eastern side of the Wazir Khan Square. It was the original Delhi Gate until the British reconstructed a new Delhi Gate about 100 meters beyond it. The gate was finished with white glazed lime plaster, hence it was called Chitta Darwaza or White Gate, as “Chitta” means white in Punjabi. Dina Nath, the Raja of Kalankor, built this gate and the well near it. The gate used to have wood and marble embellishments. The WCAL has recently restored it as it lies on the Shahi Guzargah or Royal Trail.

  • Tomb of Muhammad Iqbal - Iqbal was one of the major inspirations behind the Pakistan Movement and is revered in Pakistan as Muffakir-e-Pakistan (The Thinker of Pakistan) or Shair-e-Mashriq (The Poet of the East). Iqbal died on 21 April 1938 in Lahore at the age of 60. Thousands of visitors come to the mausoleum daily to pay their respects to the poet-philosopher. It is said that Mustafa Kemal Atatürk sent earth collected from Maulana Rumi’s tomb to be sprinkled on this grave.
    Soon after Iqbal’s death in April 1938, a committee was formed, presided over by Chaudhary Mohammed Hussain.
    The architecture combines various styles but mainly reflects the Mughal style. The structure is entirely constructed of red sandstone brought from Jaipur, British India, and building marble from Makrana, Rajputana. After the independence of Pakistan in 1947, construction was affected due to export restrictions of red stone from India.

  • Food Street Fort Road - The street was reconstructed and opened in 2012 as a tourist attraction, offering Lahori cuisine and views of the Badshahi Mosque.

  • Haveli Alif Shah - Many of you must have visited the Royal Trail or Shahi Guzargah inside Delhi Gate of Lahore. It features significant monuments from the Mughal, Sikh, and British eras. At the end of the beautiful streets on the Royal Trail, known as Gali Surjan Singh, there is an Imam Bargah or haveli known as Haveli Alif Shah.

This historic haveli is over three hundred years old and was converted into an Imam Bargah around 1861.

This haveli is among the most venerated in the Walled City during Muharram and Safar processions. The atmosphere during Muharram is entirely different from other days, with people from all sects visiting it.

Processions from the 7th to the 10th of Moharram emerge from it, even though this haveli is smaller than Nisar or Mubarak Haveli. The haveli’s courtyard serves as an Imam Bargah, where hundreds of mourners gather during Muharram and Safar, all dressed in black as is customary during these times.

  • Asli Phajja Siri Paye - Phajja Siri Paye is the oldest Paye shop in Lahore, over 100 years old, located in Taxali Gate near Shahi Qila (Lahore Fort). People come from far and wide.
  • Masjid Shab Bhar - Masjid-e-Shab Bhar in Lahore - A mosque built in one night.

This mosque was constructed overnight due to a dispute between Hindus and Muslims over the plot of land during the British colonial period.

What's Included
  • All tax & service charges included.
  • Private transportation for your convenience.
  • Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off.
  • Knowledgeable English-speaking tour guide.
  • Entrance tickets to attractions covered.
What's Not Included
  • Food & Beverage
Additional Information

The Rangeela Rickshaw tour, a popular attraction featuring clean, smokeless, and sound-free rickshaws adorned with designs mimicking those found on the country’s largely used goods transportation trucks, glows brightly in the night with its decorative stickers.

The launch function was graced with a splendid musical performance by Sayeen Muhammad Ali. Among the attendees were officials from the city district government and scholars from Punjab University. Kamran Lashari, the Walled City of Lahore Authority’s Director-General, noted that the tour service is a component of WCLA’s endeavors to draw more sightseers to the Walled City. He affirmed that routes of the tour were meticulously chosen to encompass the city’s crucial historical landmarks.

Location
Food Street Fort Road
Fort Road Food Street Gate no.1
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Naseemakh_44
May 3, 2024
Super excited tour - I booked mr qaisar third time because he is very honest guide and hardworking i m very satisfying and enjoy all tour his communication skills owsom and way of delivering just like teacher
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Alishanr2024
Apr 1, 2024
Lahore tour With Mr. Qaiser - We Experienced an Amazing tour of Walled City Lahore with Mr. Qaiser. Specially, we visited Lahore fort and badshai Masjid and really enjoyed it.
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Umairs632
Mar 11, 2024
Love the Way - We love the way they Welcomed us, the ride in the streets of inner city and the way the guide us was excellent. I suggest you should have a trip with them..
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185azeema
Feb 8, 2024
Absolutely Highly Recommended - Mr. Qaisar Hussain Had a wonderful tour in the evening perfect services perfect guided tour Worthy for everyone Highly Recommended..
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Janet
Dec 4, 2023
Excellent way to see Lahore’s highlights - A relaxed & informative tour. Abdul was very knowledgeable & always checking we were happy. Setting out early was a great option as we were able to enjoy a peaceful visit to the Fort & Palace before any crowds. Both mosques had stunning architecture & the Royal baths were interesting. The tuk-tuk ride is fun & immerses you in local life. We finished with a delicious lunch of puri, lassi & accompanying dishes in the heart of Old Lahore. Highly recommended.
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Coastal59136309183
Dec 2, 2023
Excellent tour - Qaiser is an excellent tour guide! He has a wealth of knowledge about the history and culture of Lahore and was able to bring the city to life for us. He was very patient and answered all of our questions, and he made the tour very enjoyable. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a guided tour in Lahore.
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Hammada174
Dec 2, 2023
Enjoyed - It was a fun filled experience. Our tour guide, Mr. Qaisar made history seem very interesting. We had different age groups in our rickshaw and everyone enjoyed to the fullest.
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195saadk
Dec 2, 2023
5* - My cousins and I really enjoyed this tour, highly recommend to everyone interested in the history of Lahore. Our guide Qaisar was extremely knowledgeable and accommodating.
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685razac
Nov 21, 2023
100% Recommended. - Qaisar is a great host, with an experience of 20 years in Lahore tourism, he knows all the extensive knowledge regarding the history and great monuments of the walled city. We were a group of 6 people and the rickshaw concept is perfectly suited to getting to the next destinations. Qaisar went above and beyond with his information and dedication to cover every aspect. I would recommend this tour 100% as you will leave the walled city with a great and smooth experience and especially will have all the knowledge required as a visiting tourist. It is great promotion for tourism in Pakistan. I Highly Recommended.
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Fearless62400314149
Nov 16, 2023
Excellent Communication Skills - Our Rangeela Rickshaw tour was very informative. we toured the Mughal Hammam (bath-house), Dehli Gate, Wazir Khan mosque, Badshahi mosque and the Lahore Fort. he explained the historical context of everything we saw and visited. Highly recommended Mr Qaisar Hussain
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