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Spices testing in Old Delhi's Spice market with Food Tour
Joined 2022
Explore on a walk tour the Asia’s largest spice market. Discover the ancient bazaars functioning since 400 years from the bygone "Mughal" era. Be amazed to see prized and famed Indian spices are on sale since many centuries. It is amusing to see how the chaotic market is hard to negotiate. An ocean of porters, hand trolleys, to two-wheeler, everyone here jostles for space, trying to rush out with their purchases, you may also relish and taste famous local snacks relishing your taste buds.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Exit Gate no 4 of “Jama Masjid” Metro Station.
- It is a Metro Train station (subway), named "Jama Masjid" and at its exit gate no 4, we all meet
Meeting in Old Delhi
Meet me outside Gate no 1 of "Lal Quila" Metro Station. Get briefed about the antiquity of the Old Delhi first. Soon we hop on a bicycle rickshaw and start towards "Khari Baoli" OR the spice market.
Spice market
We now leave the bicycle rickshaw after reaching the Spice Market. This largest Spice market of Asia has been Functioning Since "Mughal era" and hides a bundle of many surprises. This fascinating rustic market is a star attraction among tourists and local shoppes alike. We soon enter one of the famous and old Spice depot / storehouse for a briefing about many famed Indian spices. You will be surprised to know that, in your home country how heavily you are paying for some of daily usage spices in your kitchen. Over here you can grab them at dirt cheap prices. A small pouch of spice is given to you as return gift for visiting the storehouse. Also if you want to grab more spices then ample time is given to you to know more from the expert and buy accordingly. While leaving, the smell of spices is something that your nostrils will never forget.
Chandni Chowk
The Chandni Chowk (Moonlight Square) is one of the oldest and busiest markets in Old Delhi, India. We shall taste few local snacks and mouthwatering delicacies of Old Delhi. Whole Chandni Chowk market hub was was built in the 17th century by Mughal Emperor of India Shah Jahan and designed by his daughter Jahanara. The market was once divided by canals (now closed) to reflect moonlight and remains one of India's largest wholesale markets.
Nai Sarak
We shall stop briefly for having a local refreshing drink known as "Shikanji" made up of Lemon, sugar, and herbs. Then we enter a road that houses Delhi's largest book shops and also famous Indian "Saree" dress. Watch the glittering colorful market and the booksellers facing locusts of Students thronging the area to grab the books of their curriculum. Soon the view of the grand Mosque "Jama mosque " will appear. We then finally head back towards the parking lot in an bicycle rickshaw.
End of the tour
Ending Point
Exit Gate no 4 of “Jama Masjid” Metro Station.
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Services of a expert local guide
- Fun and short bicycle Rickshaw rides (2 times)
- A small pouch of spices as a return gift
- Sample Food Testing of local famous snacks
- Any hotel pickup and drop (same can be provided at extra cost)
- any meals / drinks unless mentioned
Tour Important Information
- You will be walking past crowded market areas since those are ancient markets known as "bazaars"
Important message from the supplier
Please feel free to contact me for any kind of arrangement.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Jai S.
Travel like a local with the expertise of a local. Not just another local tours but tours itself by the local. Feel Free to Ask for finding unique activities/customised tours in any part of India. From single travellers to small groups i handle and take care of all guests pouring into this wonderland called india. I am totally immersed into the cultures and a master of the terrain. I can guide you all over India for multiple days, with customized itinerary on your request! For long Buddhist Heritage tours like "Bodhgaya" tour starting from Patna, one of my experienced-local-guide mates will attend the tour. We promise the quality tour..
Reviews
Namita S.
Aerial Delhi 360 Degrees views with Heritage walk
“This was by far my favourite experience in India”
Jai was great. I'm really glad I took this tour. He was able to point out a lot of details and stories that I would have missed out. This was by far my favourite experience in India. It really made Old Delhi come to life!
Jai S.
Hi There, Many thanks for your kind review, I am happy that you enjoyed the tour. You have made my day special with such a lovely review. Thanks again for your time and kind review. Best regards Jai
Robin S.
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“Highly recommend Jai! ”
Jai planned our day to perfection , fast track VIP access to the Taj (skipping the queues) followed by a visit to the Elephant Sanctuary . Took away all the hassle ; arranging drivers and a great guide. Could not recommend more highly, a real pleasure to have met him ????????
Jai S.
Dear Sir, many thanks for your kind review and appreciation. It was an honour to serve you and your esteemed family. Thanks again for your time and kind review Best regards Jai Singh
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