A glimpse into the best of the beautiful hidden gems of Delhi
Explore with the best tour packages from Kolkata, Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, and other places in India
Discover Delhi with tour packages from Belgium, Norway, Sweden, France, UK, Spain, Netherlands, USA and Mexico
If you want to escape the crowds and explore Delhi’s hidden gems, here’s a 2-day itinerary covering the most beautiful and significant hidden gems of Delhi, ensuring a mix of history, spirituality, nature, and scenic views.
Day 1: Heritage & Spiritual Serenity
Agrasen ki Baoli
Agrasen Ki Baoli, Delhi
Start your day after an early breakfast at your hotel with a visit to Agrasen ki Baoli. This stunning stepwell, near Connaught Place, has a peaceful spot with mesmerizing architecture. It is best to visit this monument early in the morning for a quiet experience.
Mehrauli Archaeological Park
Afterwards, head off to Mehrauli Archaeological Park, an area which remained under continuous habitation for over 1000 years, starting from the Pre-Sultanate period to the British Period. Explore the tombs, ruins, and hidden pathways, offering a glimpse into Delhi’s history. Most significant among these are Jamali Kamali Mosque, a spiritual site with intricate carvings, and Balban’s Tomb.
Metcalf Boat house and Quli Qutub Tomb at Mehrauli Archaeological Park, Delhi
Sanjay Van
Enjoy lunch at a nearby nice restaurant. Take a post-lunch walk in the Sanjay Van, a lush green forest in Delhi, spread over approximately 783 acres near Mehrauli. It is a part of the Delhi Ridge, making it a vital ecological zone. The forest is a home to a variety of flora and fauna, including nilgai (blue bulls), jackals, peacocks, and several bird species like barbets, owls, and woodpeckers. It is quite popular among walkers, joggers, and cyclists, with well-defined paths and scenic viewpoints. It also contains ruins of old monuments from the Delhi Sultanate era, including remnants of Qila Rai Pithora, the first city of Delhi. Some Sufi tombs and a temple can also be seen in the forest.
Majnu ka Tilla
Towards evening, go on to explore Majnu Ka Tilla and the adjoining Tibetan Colony. You can shop for handicrafts here and sip authentic butter tea. Enjoy some snacks and tea or coffee at one of the restaurants. You can also choose to have a delicious dinner at a nice restaurant.
Return to the hotel, and retire to your room for an overnight rest.
Day 2: Royal Ruins & Nature Escapes
Tughlaqabad Fort
Start the morning after breakfast at your hotel with a tour of Tughlaqabad Fort. Explore the majestic ruins of this forgotten fort, an architectural marvel with vast landscapes. This is an important historical site built by Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq, the founder of the Tughlaq dynasty, in 1321. Originally meant to be the third city of Delhi, the site was abandoned soon after due to a curse by the Sufi saint Nizamuddin Auliya.
Bijay Mandal
Mirza Muzaffar Husain Tomb, Akbar’s son-in-law, Sundar Mahal
Later, go on to explore the almost forgotten Bijay Mandal. Climb up this hidden fort and enjoy panoramic city views. This monument came up during the reign of Alauddin Khalji (1296–1316). It was a part of Khalji’s palace complex and later other rulers used it as well. Bijay Mandal is also often linked to Jahanpanah, the fortified city built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq (1325–1351). It provides insights into medieval Indo-Islamic architecture and Delhi’s historical landscape.
Sundar Nursery
Enjoy lunch at a nice restaurant. Afterwards, go on to explore Sundar Nursery. a 16th-century heritage park near Humayun’s Tomb. Originally a Mughal-era garden, it fell into ruins over the years. It has now been beautifully restored into a 300-acre biodiversity park, blending history, nature, and sustainability. Sundar Nursery houses over 15 Mughal-era monuments, including six UNESCO World Heritage structures. It has
Sunset during boating at Yamuna Ghat
lakes, wetlands, and walking trails that attract over 80 species of birds and 40 butterfly species.
Yamuna Ghat
Towards evening, head off to Yamuna Ghat to enjoy a serene boat ride at sunset. This is a favorite among photographers for its mystical mist, golden-hour glow, and birds in flight. Watch migratory birds and the stunning reflections on the water.
Enjoy a nice dinner at one of the nice restaurants. Return to your hotel and enjoy a nice overnight sleep.
Ready to explore the hidden gems of the historic Delhi with Excursion2India? Check out https://www.facebook.com/Excursion2india and https://www.instagram.com/excursion2india/. Treat yourself to customized tour packages from anywhere in the world – India, Belgium, Norway, Sweden, USA, Spain, Mexico, France or the UK – with Excursion2India!
Please feel free to contact Excursion2India at [email protected]. You can also reach Excursion2India over WhatsApp at +91- 9875310291. You can also call Excursion2India for the best tour packages at +91-9163580464.
Please request to join one of WhatsApp Groups of Excursion2India for best deals on tours in India and foreign countries.