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Shah Jahan Tour: Discovering Shahjahanabad's History on a Cycle in Delhi
4.9
311 Ratings
New Delhi
Embark on the Shah Jahan Tour in Delhi to explore the rich history of Shahjahanabad on a thrilling cycle ride. Discover the vibrant blend of past and present in Old Delhi.
Embark on the Shah Jahan Tour in Delhi to explore the rich history of Shahjahanabad on a thrilling cycle ride. Discover the vibrant blend of past and present in Old Delhi.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- DelhiByCycle - This is our meeting point, the travelers are expected to reach here by 06.30 am to meet the guide, get on their cycles, and start with briefings.
- Turkman Gate - An ancient gate which once was one of 14 entry point to the royal city
- Chawri Bazar - An old and busy market which saw a lot of transitions in the history. From…
- DelhiByCycle - This is our meeting point, the travelers are expected to reach here by 06.30 am to meet the guide, get on their cycles, and start with briefings.
- Turkman Gate - An ancient gate which once was one of 14 entry point to the royal city
- Chawri Bazar - An old and busy market which saw a lot of transitions in the history. From being a meeting place to red-light district, and now a super crowded centre by evenings.
- Gadodia Market - A beautiful rooftop of Old Delhi in the middle of the spice market. Here we discuss the stories of spices, old Delhi and Fatehpuri Mosque
- Chandni Chowk - A street as famous as its name, from a canal passing by once upon a time to a major shopping hub now. This one single road is famous for street food, religious places of several faiths, wedding shopping, and whatnot
What's Included
- Expert guide for engaging storytelling
- Assistive co-guide ensuring help and safety
- Complimentary water bottle
- Refreshing Chai (tea) break included
- Safety helmets provided
- Breakfast at secret spots in Old Delhi
- Expert guide for engaging storytelling
- Assistive co-guide ensuring help and safety
- Complimentary water bottle
- Refreshing Chai (tea) break included
- Safety helmets provided
- Breakfast at secret spots in Old Delhi
What's Not Included
- Transport to and from meeting point
- Personal expenses
- Any Gratuity to guides & co-guides
- Transport to and from meeting point
- Personal expenses
- Any Gratuity to guides & co-guides
Additional Information
Explore Historical Old Delhi.
The Shah Jahan Excursion, provided by DelhiByCycle, offers a thrilling peek into the era of the influential Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, and the vast 1500 acre landscape of his kingdom - Shahjahanabad. Built in the 17th Century, it was, arguably, the wealthiest and most attractive city globally at that time.
Present-day, as…
Explore Historical Old Delhi.
The Shah Jahan Excursion, provided by DelhiByCycle, offers a thrilling peek into the era of the influential Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, and the vast 1500 acre landscape of his kingdom - Shahjahanabad. Built in the 17th Century, it was, arguably, the wealthiest and most attractive city globally at that time.
Present-day, as you navigate its four-century-old maze of narrow lanes held in place by giant electrical wire networks and scented with the aroma of brewing tea and the spicy fragrance of breakfast curry, you witness a staggering simultaneity of bygone times and emerging future, vying for your notice.
- Kid Friendly (must be with parents & guardians)
- Dress code needs to me moderate according to conservative society of Old Delhi.
Location
Delhi By Cycle Meeting Point
You can easily book Uber to this location, at the end of the Street 4B you will spot our orange cycles and team in orange tshirts.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(311 Ratings)
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Annaliseabroad
Oct 3, 2025
Exceeded expectations! - Great value for money! Got more out of it than we thought! Felt very immersed in the culture. We were very well taken care of, felt so safe the whole time. It was a full three hours and we got a little snack with chai, and a delicious breakfast. Thank you to Ashutosh, our wonderful and knowledgeable guide!
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808josiem
Sep 29, 2025
Highly recommend - Was part of a group, but as a solo traveller this was a great experience and would recommend our guide she was great very informative and the other guide was able to share information on other sites too.
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Stevenv2370
Sep 29, 2025
Perfect exploration of old Delhi - Very good and extensive exploration of old Delhi by bike. I was alone and got explanations from Krishna, his first time. I was impressed with what he told me. If this is your first moment in India, then you are immediately under the spell of traffic. Highly recommended!
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Paul
Sep 23, 2025
Wow what a ride! - On arrival we were warmly welcomed by Shivam and Mukesh. Everything was prepared for us. The bikes are bright orange, well maintained and comfortable to ride. No gears needed. Saddle height was adjusted for us before setting out. We had a large holder on the front for your bags or water.
The ride is about 12 to 14km and takes around 3 hours or so. It is a fabulous tour and totally consumes your senses. Shivam rode in front with Mukesh behind, both wear bright orange company tee shirts so they are easy to spot.
The tour takes you through incredible lanes and back streets of Old Delhi, no doubt you’ve seen the crazy traffic whilst in a car, now experience this on a bike! Whilst Tuk tuks, mopeds, people, dogs and cows share the roads you cycle alongside them and see their daily life, it is amazing.
It is not all cycling, frequent stops are made along the way, Shivam explained the history of what we were looking at and answered our questions. The flower and spice markets are wonderful to see along with the day-to-day hustle and bustle of life. We even stopped for a traditional breakfast.
Lots of photo opportunities. Do wear good trainers or similar footwear and loose fitting clothes. Take water and sunscreen.
All the riding is flat, no hills at all.
I definitely recommend Delhi By Cycle. Well run, safe and a great way to experience Old Delhi.
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Fernandaolivera7
Sep 21, 2025
Best way to experience Old Delhi! - I had the most amazing experience exploring Old Delhi! My guide Jessica was incredible, I felt safe and very well guided all the time. I cant imagine discovering Old Delhi any other way. Im so happy I did this tour despite the early wake up!! HIGHLY recommend!
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Jonathanc684
Sep 20, 2025
Great experience - Definitely worth the experience if you want a real insight into the city with a helpful guide. The pace is gentle and not overly crowded at that time of day.
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Remco
Sep 16, 2025
The best experience to feel the real Old Delhi - When you want to experience and feel the real atmosphere and vibe of Delhi. By cycling through the Delhi traffic you need to go with the flow to feel like a local.
The Indian breakfast we had was
Spicy but very tasty. All and all this 10k bike tour is an absolute recommendation when you visit New (Old) Delhi.
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766kailashm
Sep 14, 2025
Hidden Gems of Old Delhi - I recently went on the Old Delhi Cycle Tour, and it was an absolutely amazing experience! 🚴♂️✨
Cycling through the narrow lanes of Old Delhi in the early morning gave me a completely different perspective of the city. The tour was well-organized, safe, and full of fascinating insights into the history, culture, and daily life of the area. The guides were not only knowledgeable but also very friendly and attentive, making sure everyone felt comfortable throughout.
One of the highlights was stopping at hidden spots I would have never discovered on my own – from bustling spice markets to serene temples and authentic food joints. It felt like a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and fun.
I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Delhi (or even locals who want to rediscover their city). It’s a refreshing and memorable way to explore Old Delhi!
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Trek59055477635
Sep 10, 2025
Great cycle experience from DBC with Rahul and Mukesh - Had a great cycling experience hosted by Rahul and Mukesh from Delhi by Cycle! It is perfectly safe and enjoyable (if you know how to ride a cycle and use your bell 😜) and you will see parts of Delhi you likely will not see by yourself. Would definitely recommended this tour!
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Q2773dosandrag
Sep 10, 2025
Perfect experience city bike tour Delhi - Ashutosh, Disha and Mukesh you are the best! The city tour was amazing me and my husband had a great time we saw things we had never seen before the real Delhi chaotic traffic but it was worth it!! And you guided us safe through the traffic!!
Thank you so much I would recommend this city bike tour for everyone !
Sandra and Athem Girdhari
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