Excursion Overview
Like most cities, Delhi has a completely different charm at night and as the air cools throngs of people head out to the streets. Our three-four hour night walk, which includes your evening meal, allows you to delve into a fascinating and authentic part of Delhi life with a walk through Chandi Chowk at night. Chandi Chowk is an ancient wholesale market that is said to date back to when Shah Jahan founded the city of Shahjahanabad (roughly the area of Old Delhi). The area is brimming with silver shops and spice stalls, along with tongue tingling street cuisine. It really comes alive at night and the best way to explore is on foot with an experienced guide. Chandni Chowk literally means the 'Moonlit Square' and it is believed that the name dates back to Mughal times when the moon once reflected in the pools and canals. During your walk your guide will explain in depth about the history of the area but will also highlight the remaining facades and buildings that have survived this rapidly changing area. This walk is designed for those looking for an authentic take on Delhi, so expect to find crowds of people down tiny winding streets. It’s not for the faint hearted.
Excursion type:
- Outdoor
- Active
- Culture
- History
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First time clients of Holiday Architects and what a memorable trip they planned and delivered for us. Lisa and Clare put together 5 weeks of criss-crossing Sri Lanka and Rajasthan in India, whilst their excellent partners on the ground made sure we had the best experience possible. What made it so special were the quirky places we stayed, the unique experiences scheduled just for us and above all the generosity of our drivers and the many guides willing to share their personal insights on local customs and culture. It goes without saying we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Holiday Architects if you are planning that special trip and thank you Lisa and Clare, we loved it all!
Debbie O'Shea,
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We recently booked a holiday to India; we were helped all the way by Clare, who put together a wonderful itinerary for us. Whilst in India, we were really well supported by the local team. Our driver was fabulous and really looked after us. India is a truly amazing country with so much rich history, culture, wildlife and scenery. Above this, the people we met were friendly, interesting and interested, and a joy to meet. Thank you for a truly memorable trip.
HA India client,
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