Private Custom Shopping Tour: Delhi's Bustling Markets
New Delhi, India
- 4 to 6 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Shop like a local on a private, customized shopping tour of Delhi. Select three or four markets or shopping areas—such as Chandni Chowk, Dilli Haat, or the Santushti Shopping Complex—and enjoy a flexible itinerary at your own pace. Shop for arts, crafts, clothing, and electronics with your host’s help while sampling local cuisine. Private transportation is included, with hotel pickup and drop-off from Delhi city hotels or private residences.
- Customize the itinerary to shop for the items you want
- Private tour limited to six guests for a personalized experience
- Prepare to haggle at markets to get a good deal
- Visit local shopping areas that many tourists miss
What's Included
- Personal shopping guide/markets expert
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Delhi city hotel or private residence
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Personal expenses
- Transfers from hotels located in Gurgaon that are more than 10 kms from Delhi (airport)
- Transfers from hotels located in Noida, Ghaziabad
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Complimentary pickup and drop-off at any Delhi city Hotel / Vacation rental / Guest house. Supplement applicable for pick-up/drop from Gurgaon, Noida or other areas near Delhi. Supplement applicable for airport pick-up and/or drop.
Itinerary
After hotel pickup in Delhi or Gurgaon, travel by air-conditioned vehicle to three or four Delhi markets of your choosing. At each one, enjoy time to shop independently before rejoining your guide and continuing to the next. Your itinerary is flexible, so you set the pace and time at each market.
Perhaps start at Chandni Chowk in central Old Delhi. Explore the labyrinthine lanes of this famous market, weaving through the crowds and rickshaws for jewelry, electronics, fabrics, and Indian snacks.
If you're souvenir hunting, perhaps make tracks for Dilli Haat, a government-authorized market selling traditional Indian arts and handicrafts; or visit Hauz Khas Village, an arty hub of boutiques, cafés, and galleries.
Alternatively, head for Khan Market, a mix of top brands, bookshops, and Indian and international restaurants. There's also Paharganj, a touristy hot spot of budget-friendly clothes, trinket shops, and tailors’ cubbyholes that handcraft Indian clothes to order.
Perhaps finish at Sarojini Nagar for bargain clothes and factory outlets, or decide to hit the modern malls of Saket and Gurgaon. These busy centers offer department stores, food courts, and masses of electronic and homeware outlets, and are ideal for some relaxed retail therapy.
Finish your day of shopping with transport back to your hotel.
Perhaps start at Chandni Chowk in central Old Delhi. Explore the labyrinthine lanes of this famous market, weaving through the crowds and rickshaws for jewelry, electronics, fabrics, and Indian snacks.
If you're souvenir hunting, perhaps make tracks for Dilli Haat, a government-authorized market selling traditional Indian arts and handicrafts; or visit Hauz Khas Village, an arty hub of boutiques, cafés, and galleries.
Alternatively, head for Khan Market, a mix of top brands, bookshops, and Indian and international restaurants. There's also Paharganj, a touristy hot spot of budget-friendly clothes, trinket shops, and tailors’ cubbyholes that handcraft Indian clothes to order.
Perhaps finish at Sarojini Nagar for bargain clothes and factory outlets, or decide to hit the modern malls of Saket and Gurgaon. These busy centers offer department stores, food courts, and masses of electronic and homeware outlets, and are ideal for some relaxed retail therapy.
Finish your day of shopping with transport back to your hotel.
1
Dilli Haat
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Pasar Chandni Chowk
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Khan Market
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Sarojini Nagar Market
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Hauz Khas Village
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Santushti Shopping Complex
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Select Citywalk
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Janpath Market
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Connaught Place
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
Lajpat Nagar Central Market
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- At the time of booking the tour, please advise your choice of up to four markets to visit
- A maximum of 6 people per booking; discount applicable for 2+ persons booking
- A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Vehicle used for transfers and traveling will be air-conditioned
- Most markets are open all days. Only Sarojini Nagar market is closed on Mondays. In Chandni Chowk, some wholesale sub-markets are closed on Sundays. In Khan Market, some shops are closed on Sundays. In Paharganj, some shops are closed on Sundays. Gurgaon and Saket malls are open every day
- The three adjacent malls in Saket are Select City Walk, DLF Place Mall and MGF Metropolitan Mall
- Transfers from hotels located in Gurgaon is limited to 10 kms from Delhi - distance measured from Delhi airport. Thereafter a supplement is applicable.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.4
based on 16 reviews
Kathryn_C, Mar 2024
Experiencing Chandni Chowk markets.
I contacted our guide well before the tour, stating that we did not want to be taken to organised shops, where tourists are taken advantage of for the benefit of shop and guide. I also expressed that we wanted to see a lot of the markets.
We went to two shops at the markets, both of which were in the above mentioned category.
We stayed very little time at the markets, which was unfortunate, and I should have said that we wanted to stay.
He wanted to take us to lunch, but as we had limited time, we were happy to go without, which he was not too happy about. The clothing and fabric shop that we were taken to, instead of the one that we had requested, was a total rip off. My friend’s card was charged, then they tried to charge again, resulting in the bank blocking her card.
We looked around the Kahn markets, and they were pleasant.
The guide was impatient, except in the shops where he had an interest.
We were also informed that we had to pay extra for our Tuk Tuk ride through Chandni Chowk market, and that was not mentioned prior to booking, or even before getting into the Tuk Tuk.
Our driver for the day was just lovely. He was very polite and provided us with water.
Overall not great, but my fault for not speaking up.
Phillip_W, Jan 2024
Shopping in both new and old Delhi was an outstanding experience and highly recommended. Lunch with real Indian food was very special (at our own expense). Both are tour guide and driver were excellent
jeanna_c, Nov 2023
It was great to have a guide - Raj was knowledgeable and fun. Definitely try the Mo Mos and experience the markets
Susanne_B, Oct 2023
The wholesale spice market was truly amazing to see end navigating the narrow lanes in old Delhi, looking at the houses, the micro businesses and learning about the history was a highlight of my tour. I had a fantastic guide who was happy to answer all my questions about India and how the system works. I usually love exploring on my own, but visiting a new country, it makes so much sense to have the company of a local at least to begin with, and and I can highly recommend organising a tour.
Edward_C, Jan 2020
Raj’s tour is an incredible adventure where you’ll encounter an extraordinary array of people, shops, and flavors. With an incredible sense of humor and sharp wit, Raj shares his in-depth knowledge of his beguiling and magical city. And, of course, the shopping is great too.
Response from Host, Jan 2020
DearEdward,\Thank you so much for taking the time to post this review and giving us your valuable feedback.We are glad that you're happy with the services;our staff will definitely be happy to read what you wrote.We would love to make your experience even more amazing next time you plan to visit us again.
Cheers!
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Michelle G, Aug 2018
I spent 18 days in SE Asia and took a plethora of tours. The Private Custom Shopping Tour of Delhi's Bustling Markets was my absolute favorite, hands down. Mr. Rajmalani AKA Raj was my tour guide. He is outstanding! Highly competent, articulate, funny, worldly...I could not have asked for a better tour guide/shopping assistant. I felt safe in his company as we traversed the crowded streets of the bustling markets. His choices of stores were neat, clean and exactly what I, as a discerning shopper, wanted. Raj tailored the day to my interests and skipped those things that did not appeal to me. It was the perfect day. You're the best, Raj!
Nisaa M, Apr 2018
The driver and tour guide were great. I learned about the 4 faiths that started in India. That alone was worth the money. Both the driver and the guide were friendly and kind. I enjoyed the restaurant they took us to for lunch. The food was Amazing. The only thing I didn't like was it seemed like the places they took us to shop were overpriced. I didn't know until I went to other places on my own and saw the same things sold for 1/2 the price I paid.
I still would recommend the tour just to see the sites and to go to the places/areas to do great shopping. I would just shop at the places you choose and not by anything in the places they take you into.
Colleen S, Jan 2018
This was a very enjoyable day trip. We had a great guide and very nice driver. The car was very new and comfortable for all 5 of us 3 adults and the guide and driver. The driver did an amazing job of smooth driving through the Delhi traffic. The guide was happy to listen to what we were interested in and to make some suggestions on where was best to shop for those items we wanted to buy. He took his time to tell us about some of Delhis history and about landmarks we passed. We never felt rushed and when we wanted to stop and have coffee, he was happy to do so. As we were touring on Christmas Day, there was some issues with traffic, but our guide was able to adjust by us taking the underground transit a few stops. We were pleasantly surprised at how clean and efficient it was. As good as the Japanese system! Overall an excellent day! Loved the Rickshaw Ride through old Delhi.
Beverly P, Feb 2017
Our guide, Raj, was delightful and very informative. We had quite an adventure in several areas of the city, and knew the whole time that we were in very good hands. He tailored our trip to our requests and it was a pleasure to spend this time with him exploring parts of Delhi.
Tracy_L, Jul 2016
Great to have a guide to go through markets with and explain things about the markets. They will ask what you want to buy and bring you to those markets/specific places or just wander through to look at everything.
Shana G, Jan 2016
Deals, deals, and more deals! My husband and I did quite a bit of shopping in the area of India and I must say that our tour guide was extremely helpful in assisting us with the best deals/identifying quality for the products that we bought. The nice thing about this tour is that our tour guide was extremely flexible in regards to how long we wanted to stay at each market, when we wanted to eat, and order of the schedule. I do not think we could have navigated the markets without her and I know we made the right decision by purchasing this tour. In fact, if we visit India a second time we were so pleased with the service we would purchase this same tour again!
Verlon L, Nov 2015
Delphi airport service, Sanjay Gupta and our shopping guide Vandy were exceptional!! An amazing day in Delhi!
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