Delhi by Cycle – A concept of exploring the narrow yet majestic lanes of Old Delhi to unfold its hidden sights. There are five fascinating tours that let you explore the interesting and beautiful Historical Areas of Old and New Delhi.
Shah Jahan Tour
Meeting Point: Delite Cinema
Timings: 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM
It is an exhilarating glimpse into the times of great Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. One of the most beautiful and prosperous city – Shahjahanbad was built in 17th Century, was spread at an expanse of 1500 acres. Infused with the aromas of brewing tea and simmering breakfast preparations, passing through these four hundred old web of alley is simply mind-boggling. With Fatehpuri Mosque, a store house in Spice Market, Maiden’s hotel , Lt. Governors House and a South Indian temple as stoppages
Yamuna Tour
Meeting Point: Delite Cinema
Timings: 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Another tour that that takes you to the meditative quiet banks of Holy River Yamuna is the Yamuna Tour. Started with sleepy narrow lanes of Shahjahanbad, the tour takes you a place with ritualistic devotion and concludes a memorable view of Jama Masjid. Tea break at civil lines and breakfast at karim’s restaurant takes you to a remarkable journey of flavours. These tours start at Delite cinema as meeting point.
Haveli Tour
Meeting Point: Delite Cinema
Timings: 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Another satiating plunge is the Haveli’s Tour which transports you to the 17th Century city of the decadent Emirs. This loyal nobleman has controlled the economic, cultural and social affairs of Shahjahanabad from this fortress-like lavish Haveli.
Raj Tour
Meeting Point: Delite Cinema
Timings: 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM
One of the breathtaking tour which starts from the narrow back lanes of Old Delhi is Raj Tour which takes you through quaint old “Social-Style” quarters of Government Employees and majestically landed you to the spectacular India Gate and Presidential Palace. The lavish breakfast at Bengali Sweet House restaurant compliments this tour perfectly.
Nizamuddin Tour
Meeting Point: Blind School Association (Lodhi Road Flyover)
Timings: 6:30 AM – 10:00 AM, 1:15 PM – 5:00 PM
Another vitalizing tour that takes you through a city of saints, refugee colonies, mystics, poets, rebels and forgotten kings is the Nizamuddin Tour. About 15 km long tour in the lush of Lodhi garden, this tour starts at 700 year old establishment Nizamuddin and subsequently takes you through 21st century concrete jungle and Flashy lights of South Delhi.
These heart-winning tours takes you to through the vibrant colours, unforgettable images and unique cultures of Delhi. So, what about exploring any of these adventurous tours on coming weekend instead of lazing around at home?
