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Old Delhi Tour with Local Experience

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Ages 3-99, max of 10 per group
Duration: 3h
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Live guide: English
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  • Professional guide
  • Rickshaw ride
  • Local tea
  • Metro ride
  • Water Bottle
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Shopping


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  • Rajiv Chowk, Block A, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
    Please meet us at Rajiv Chowk metro station at gate number 8. It is in the inner circle of Connaught Place, next to Block A. Pick up from your hotel is available at extra cost.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 45169P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • A maximum of 5 people per booking
    • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 45169P1

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    • Rajiv Chowk, Block A, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
      Please meet us at Rajiv Chowk metro station at gate number 8. It is in the inner circle of Connaught Place, next to Block A. Pick up from your hotel is available at extra cost.
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    • Delhi by Locals
      630
      New Delhi, India
      Joined in October 2016
    • MxS8
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Enjoyed the tour of old Delhi and the street food
      We had a great experience and found that the tour more than good food. The tour included a ride on the metro, walking the alleys of Chandni Chowk, going by auto rickshaw and cycle rickshaws. Salman, our tour guide, knew the place very well and gave us a great narration of the food and sights. Ours was a group of family members, some from the U.S. and others from India. We were a bit concerned about eating the street food but we enjoyed the food and didn’t have any adverse after effects!
      Written 14 January 2025
    • jeffh20191228
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A great food tour to discover new Indian delicacies!
      This was an excellent food tour! Although I've eaten a lot of Indian food at home in Canada, there were many delicious things that I had never tried before - and most were delicious. This was the 2nd best tour we did in India - and we did many. I highly recommend it!
      Written 10 January 2025
    • 748chrise
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The best food tour for Old Delhi
      Highly recommend this tour. Lots of options available for food tours but this one was great. Not only is a well curated and paced tasting tour with heaps of food, it’s a social enterprise. Our hosts Salman and Badal were knowledgeable, helpful and delightful to hang out with for the evening. We felt safe the entire time and would be a great for a solo traveller or a group. The food choices were all old established family run and the food was the best of the best! Thanks so much guys
      Written 8 January 2025
    • sanantone2529
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Delhi by Locals & Taj Mahal Magnificent 🙌🏻
      Pradeep looked after me for a second time providing an experience of a lifetime visiting the Taj Mahal. The pictures don’t do it justice.
      Written 26 November 2024
    • J2904GWsarahs
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing experience in Delhi
      Pradeep organised a customised experience for a group of students from Australia. Pradeep was very efficient, flexible and accommodating throughout the planning process, and he and his guides were incredible when we were in country. They showed us all of the best sights in Delhi, were very knowledgeable and adapted the program on the fly to ensure the students got to see all that they wanted to see. Pradeep and the team were great to work with - would highly recommend going with Delhi by Locals!
      Written 24 November 2024
    • 742theresar
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Delhi By Locals made my dream come true!
      I wholeheartedly recommend Delhi By Locals for your India sightseeing adventures! Over the course of several months, Pradeep worked with me to craft an itinerary that would accomplish all my goals for a 2.5 week trip in India. His outstanding communication and customer service had me feeling fully confident that the trip would be a success—from sightseeing in Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur, to an excursion to Srinagar, Pradeep arranged drivers, guides, and lodging, always taking into account my budget and preferences. The Delhi By Locals guides and drivers that escorted me throughout Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur were some of the kindest and most welcoming hosts I’ve ever met, really making the experience ever more special. I particularly appreciated Pradeep’s willingness to accommodate my desire to visit Srinagar, in Kashmir. He found a local guide and driver there and made sure to check in with both me and the guide to make sure that I had safely arrived. As a solo female traveler, I never felt unsafe on any of my excursions with DBL. Perhaps the highlight of the entire trip was the opportunity to spend an afternoon with some of the students that study at Delhi By Local’s sister NGO, Learning By Locals. I loved getting to meet the students and see how excited they were to practice their English and talk with me. Visiting India had always been a dream of mine. Not only did Delhi By Locals make that dream come true, they made it even better than I had imagined. If you are interested in seeing the traditional tourist spots as well as getting to know locals and their way of life, look no further than Delhi By Locals!
      Written 8 November 2024
    • Voyage18358292202
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A fantastic first night
      We took this tour on our first night in Delhi and it was a fantastic introduction to the old city. From the moment we met our guides Salman and Baden (?) we felt like we were with friends. We were expertly led through the sights, sounds and smells of old Delhi stopping along the way for delicious street food. I would highly recommend this tour
      Written 30 October 2024
    • 343yuliar
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing time, good people, beautiful places, great story behind every historical sites.
      It was my very first visit to India and experienced a great time with my two children. If I had a chance to visit again, I definitely will. Each city in the golden triangle has a remarkable highlight for us. I like the majestic palaces, they have stories I learned from the knowledgeable tour guides. My daughter called the guides the happy guy and the cool guy. And as for my young children, they never stopped talking about their time at the elephant safari in Jaipur. Memorable moment for them and my daughter get attached to the elephant named Tara the one she was playing with. We had the most out of this trip thanks to Delhi by Locals. Everyone took a good care of us during our stay.
      Written 22 October 2024
    • Z320IVmichaelh
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      100% recommend for a food tour through Old Delhi
      We had an excellent time exploring, eating and learning in Old Delhi with Badal and Salmon! Both extremely knowledgeable and were helpful whilst we were navigating through the busy crowds.
      Written 6 October 2024
    • 745beatrixf
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best Old Delhi Tour
      We had a great time with Cloud and Salmon!! They were so knowledgeable and took us to some great places. The food was delicious and we felt really safe.
      Written 6 October 2024
    • 560hillam
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Tour in the slum with the locals
      We went with Badal and Krushbo which are local guide, they were grew up there and could tell us alot about the area. It was very interesting to hear about the life and the ways to raise locals to another future
      Written 25 September 2024
    • C1628WVfionab
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing Agra and Jaipur
      What an incredible trip to Agra and Jaipur. Pradeep organised incredible guides in Agra and Jaipur, wonderful home stays and our one driver. I’ve used Delhi by Locals on four occasions to guide my loved ones through Delhi and beyond and I strongly recommend them for any trip in Delhi or beyond. Can’t wait to book my next trip with Pradeep and Delhi by Locals.
      Written 28 August 2024
    • Freedom46019952537
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Cannot recommend enough!
      Pradeep and his team are amazing! I’ve done a few tours with them now and they’ve always been excellent. The team is so great at adjusting the tours to tour needs and changing things up as you need it! Can’t recommend enough.
      Written 25 August 2024
    • Nazneen55
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best tour guide in Delhi! Truly knowledgeable and friendly!
      It was indeed a great experience with Delhi by locals tour guide. We were completely new to the city and we wanted to visit Nizamuddin dargah and few other places. One of my office colleague had suggested me to go with Delhi by local tourist guide. And I must admit, the tourist guide they have are very well educated about the places and also has a friendly nature. I would recommend this to anyone who is new to the city! Thanks to the whole team for the wonderful trip, especially Pradeep and Salman! You guys were amazing! Best wishes Nazneen Andaman and Nicobar Islands
      Written 23 August 2024
    • CrisMazon
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Slum in Delhi
      I had an amazing experience. Everything was so well coordinated and furthermore the experience was worth it at all. I learnt a lot and met people I still in touch with and I learnt from myself as well. Best tours in Delhi!
      Written 22 August 2024
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    TheAdamFamily
    Perth, UK74 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I only had a short time in Delhi and Pradeep was able to change arrangements at short notice to accommodate - which was useful to me. It is a walking tour but uses autorickshaws and the Delhi Metro to get to and from places also and shows you these parts of local life. Coming out the metro is an attack on your senses - a very different Delhi to the one you left. We visited the Spice Market and walked through alleys piled with bags of chillis and onto rooftops of houses to get the best views. Everywhere there is noise, activity, buying, selling - and even tightrope walking!

    The walk continues through the streets to food markets, tea stalls and even past wedding shops where you can see men and women trying on lavish outfits.

    A visit to a Sikh temple concluded the tour and included making bread for the hundreds of meals served in the dining room.

    Pradeep was a great guide and has a well organised business. A great afternoon!
    Written 15 January 2020
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    Petra
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2020
    I really enjoyed this tour! The communication from the organisers ahead of the booking was great, and Salman was a perfect guide, very knowledgeable and thoughtful. He showed me corners of Old Delhi that I would never have come across otherwise, the pace of the tour was perfect, and Salman's descriptions about the things we saw and did was a great combination of history and quirky facts. I can't recommend this tour highly enough!
    Written 5 February 2020
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    Maria KC
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2023 • Friends
    The old Delhi walking tour with Delhi by Locals was a great experience!Pradeep, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and helpful - answering our questions and accommodating all our special interests/requests. The tour was very well planned and we saw many things we would not have seen if we had visited on our own. It really was the perfect way to dive into Old Delhi! I defenitely plan to do other tours with Delhi by Locals in Delhi/beyond and can fully recommend Pradeep and his team!!!
    Written 3 March 2023
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    Hi Maria! Thank you so much for taking the tour and supporting our work. It was please meeting with you and your family. Thank you so much for recommending our tours to all the people who are visiting India in your contact. - Pradeep
    Written 7 March 2023
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    Debdatta
    Kolkata (Calcutta), India6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2024 • Business
    Their guides were courteous, friendly and knowledgeable. They take good care in terms of bargaining for the the rides, taking you to shops & eateries that maintain standard, making sure you are okay in crowded areas. They explain the history behind the place with a tinge of added humour that makes the experience even more fun. They always deliver more and often go beyond their duties to make sure you are okay, comfortable & safe.
    Pradeep & Salman have been amazing! Taking the tour with them is like visiting a new city with an old friend.
    Totally recommend their service.
    Written 29 June 2024
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    Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found our guides courteous, friendly, and knowledgeable. It’s great to know that their efforts in ensuring comfort, safety, and a bit of humor added to the fun of your experience. Thank you so much for supporting our work. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Warm regards, Pradeep
    Written 28 August 2024
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    NeilK
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2023
    I went on a tour of old Delhi with Salman, and it was excellent. We wandered Chandni Chowk, saw the great Mughal ruins, explored Paranthe Wali Gali, and shopped the spice markets. The tours are personalized, accommodating, and follow your pace and travel style. I met my Guide - Salman - in Connaught Place, and we traveled together by metro to Chandni Chowk. From there, he explained the history of Old Delhi. Afterwards, we visited a religious site and then ventured into the alleyways, before stopping for a chai break and shopping at a string of havelis. The tour concluded at the Fatehpuri Masjid, built by Shah Jahan's first wife. I highly recommend Delhi by Locals for its personalized service, substantive tours, and social mission supporting aspiring youth in Delhi.
    Written 4 February 2023
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    Hi Kevin, thank you so much for loving our tour and supporting our tours to your friends. We feel happy and proud when people have an amazing time in our country. Looking forward to host you again in future. Thanks and regards, Pradeep
    Written 12 February 2023
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    gbtwirler
    gbtwirler29 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I was travelling mostly on my own, so I did so much research prior to my visit to Delhi. I was the person reading reviews from years ago trying to figure out if they were real reviews or forced reviews. I wanted to feel safe as a female traveller. I booked this tour on my first day in delhi and of course I was still worried up until the moment i met my tour guide Salmon. He put me at ease with his welcoming demeanour and knowledge of all aspects of delhi culture and community. He navigated old delhi with ease and made me feel so safe. He met me at my hotel, helped me navigate the metro and prepared me for each part of the tour. The tour takes you to see all the highlights of old delhi but also goes to smaller places that I would never had seen on my own. We stopped for tea, took a tuk tuk, went into the temple and mosque. I really loved the contrast of the city that Salmon was able to show me on the tour- the hustle and bustle but also the quiet and peace. The tour ended with a breathtaking view from the top of a very tall building. As others have said, you will leave the tour with a true friend. I felt so happy with this tour that i booked two more- the Delhi by night tour and they arranged my sunrise Taj mahal tour, both were also to the highest standard! Pradeep, the guy who started the company made sure i was updated for each tour and he was easy to contact at anytime. I will end with saying that I was never pressured to write a review or tip- but enjoyed myself so much that I wanted to encourage others to go with this company! they do such great work in the community, I have so much respect for them! Thank you
    Written 22 October 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Dear Christina! We are genuinely delighted to have been a part of your India journey. Salmon and our team take great pride in ensuring your safety and providing authentic experiences. Your enthusiastic words mean a lot to us and we're thrilled to hear about your adventures through the heart of Delhi and Agra. Your support for our community efforts is deeply appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you on more exciting tours in the future. Thank you for choosing us, and safe travels! Gratitude Pradeep
    Written 24 October 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    slimdave
    Bournemouth, UK271 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wow what is there to say apart from AMAZING. This is our 2nd visit to Delhi, but this my mother came for her first time to India. The communication before we arrived was timely, clear and helpful. And the guide, Salmond, he was truly superb. He totally brought Delhi to life for us over 2 days, one day with a car and the other day local transport into Old Delhi. He helped my mother, courteous, polite and so accommodating. Answered all our questions, gave us tips and insights, and genuinely brought Delhi to life in a way that felt this was a new city for us to visit instead of somewhere we'd been before. I would have no fear in recommending Delhi by Locals and especially Salmond. He wants to be a Legendary Guide and in our experience he is nailing it. Thank you so much.
    Written 28 November 2022
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    PaulaY4
    Denver, CO20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2022 • Friends
    I had the good fortune to take two different tours with Delhi by Locals. The first one was in Agra at the Taj Mahal with Mukesh, and the second one was a Delhi Day Tour with Pradeep (the CEO of Delhi by Locals). Both times our patient, thorough, well-informed tour guides impressed me. I was teaching at the Himalayan Writing Retreat and Chetan Mahajan, the owner, organized both tours. As usual, Chetan keeps good company and picks the best people.

    For the Taj Mahal with Mukesh, we had some health issues in our group. We were delayed and having to split up for a moment. Mukesh was incredibly empathetic and patient and helped us resolve the situation. I've traveled to many countries, I've studied abroad and been on plenty of tours, including in Egypt, and Mukesh is the most patient, caring guide I have ever met. He wound up helping us to have the best time at the Taj Mahal on an incredibly hot day. He gave us the history, showed us important details, but also knew every spot that was great for a photo opportunity. Even better, he willingly (and happily!) took solo and group pictures of the members of our group. Mukesh acted modest, but not only is he a knowledgeable, great guide, but he's also an excellent photographer. (I am an amateur photographer and photo-obsessed. This is high praise!)

    Because we had such a great tour, we were excited for our Delhi Day Tour with Pradeep. He took us through Old Delhi to Sikh, Jaine, and Hindu temples. We walked through the courtyard of a mosque. He took us through a narrow, amazing alleyway into what felt like a secret Delhi. We went to the food market, had fun riding on cycle rickshaws. Pradeep knows the hidden gems of Old Delhi. I only wish I had more time for more tours with Delhi Day Tours! On a future trip...

    I highly recommend Delhi Day Tours to anyone traveling to India. I have been telling all my friends about this wonderful company and tour guides. These tour guides actually care about their customers as well as the people in their community. This is such a vital company. We should all support it! Thank you so much Mukesh and Pradeep for such special tours, and wonderful pictures!
    Written 2 May 2022
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    TravelguyCA
    California86 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We spent two wonderful days with Pradeep. On our first day we has a private tour of places we had not visited on our prior trip to Delhi. Pradeep is an excellent tour guide — knowledgeable, enthusiast, and a sense of humor. He really loves his work and it shows. The next morning we went on the motorbike tour and had an amazing adventure. Going to Old Delhi including many markets on the back of motorbikes was worth getting up early for. Always felt safe and well taken care of. Pradeep is a committed community educator and also runs a non-profit to teach and empower youth. Highly recommend.
    Written 27 August 2021
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    Shaon S
    Dhaka City, Bangladesh2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pradeep is not simply your travel guide in Delhi, he can be your "Go To Guy" in Delhi. He will not only provide you what you have requested for but he will go above and beyond to prove you a lot of local Info and support so that you can plan your holiday just the way you want. He was friendly, well aware of our needs throughout the tour and really good with Kids.
    Written 19 March 2022
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