Planning a trip to India? You might have heard a lot of stories about India, so I’m going to present you with some insider New Delhi travel tips for your first time travel to the Indian capital.
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Finally, you’ve decided to visit Taj Mahal & cross off from your India travel bucket list. Every Taj Mahal related travel to India post refers to “The Golden Triangle of India” which includes Delhi Agra Jaipur tour package. In most probability, you’ll travel to New Delhi and will keep it as a base.
Although, most of you might have heard Delhi is a chaotic city with a mad rush in the metro, mad rush on road and precisely everywhere. But we Delhites are still super proud of Delhi despite its flaws and why shouldn’t we, we are in the capital of the largest democracy in the world with a vivid history.
So, all of you lovely people who are planning a trip to India and Delhi might be wondering how to commute in Delhi without cursing their way around. Being someone who has traveled in practically all the transport mediums of the city, I’m going to present my New Delhi travel tips with some inside information. And I’m guaranteeing you will avoid most of the mad rush during commute in Delhi. Even if you’re planning solo travel in Delhi, these New Delhi travel tips and guide will make your India trip a memorable one.
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How to travel in Delhi?
Back in the 2000’s, when Delhi only had the option of buses, auto rickshaws, and taxis to commute in Delhi, DMRC launched the Delhi Metro in 2002 as a rescue for the Delhiites. Now almost 2 decades later, Delhi Metro is the city’s lifeline. And one of my top tips for Delhi travel starts from commuting through Delhi Metro.
1. Delhi Metro
Metro – short for Delhi Metro – are the trains which run in Delhi NCR including all major areas in Delhi and Noida, Ghaziabad & Gurgaon. Metro is the best & most efficient way to move around in the capital because of the quick service and fast speed. The trains connect all probable corners in the city now and are also expanding quickly to the remaining parts. Also because of these reasons most of the office goers & practically anyone who needs to go around use metro and hence mad rush in trains!! Another major reason to use the Delhi Metro is that it is one of the cheapest medium for Delhi travel. This Delhi travel guide will help you commute hassle free in Delhi.
How to reach your hotel
If you’re reaching Delhi by flight, then I recommend using Delhi Metro’s Airport Express line which starts from the Terminal 3 (T3) International Airport till New Delhi Railway Station Metro. If you are landing at the domestic airport, then you’ll have to take a cab or autorickshaw to the Delhi Aerocity metro station. To date, there’s no direct connection of metro lines between the international airport and the domestic airport.
Update – Delhi Metro’s Pink Line now connect to the Domestic Airport, and the station is called Aerocity.
If you’re traveling to Delhi by trains, there are a number of railway stations in Delhi. The main station is New Delhi Railway station which is till date the largest one. Then comes the Old Delhi Railway Station which is the second most used station in Delhi. One railway station also opened recently is the Anand Vihar one which connects to mainly Uttar Pradesh and nearby Northen states. If you’re coming or heading to Udaipur in Rajasthan, you might use the Sarai Rohilla station which is a very small station as compared to all others. All these stations are well connected through Delhi Metro with stations in close proximity.
If you’ve come to Delhi via buses maybe from Agra or Chandigarh, then in most probability you’ll reach Kashmere Gate which again is another major interchange station of Delhi Metro.
Moving on to the next big question – how to avoid rush while your travels in Delhi? If you’re traveling for leisure or historical monuments of Delhi then you may find these Delhi metro travel tips really helpful. Most importantly, you might want to set travel time as per seasons –
Winters (November – February)
- Start the day late – Winters are cozy, so people prefer to wake up late. I would recommend boarding metro probably after 9:30 AM to avoid office rush which usually lightens up the peak hours and you may travel in Delhi comfortably.
- End the day in late evenings – Evenings are equally maddening as people are keen to reach home. I would suggest to roam & eat around, then head back to the hotel/Air Bnb after 7:30 PM.
Summers (Ideally rest of the year)
I would anyway suggest avoiding Delhi as it gets super hot in summers & really humid in monsoons. If you’re still keen on visiting Delhi around this time of year, then you must know most people prefer the metro as a mode of commute to beat the heat.
- Start the day early – Catch the metro between 7:30 AM to avoid peak rush joining in after 8:00 AM.
- End day in late evenings – Evenings are equally bad throughout the year, so prefer to use metro after 7:30 PM – just like winters.
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*Pro New Delhi Travel Tips*
Tourists traveling to Delhi complain a lot while commuting in Delhi metro. I’m going to present some of the best Delhi travel tips with which you’ll find your way easily.
– There’s an all women’s coach for them to travel safely and some dedicated seats available for women in all other coaches.
– Metro card comes to your rescue from the huge line for tokens. Buy a card from any ticket counter at as low as 150 INR and recharge it later from the ticket kiosks which are now functional at most stations.
– Use Paytm to recharge metro card remotely without even going to a kiosk. Sometimes, the card doesn’t work post recharge, simply head to ticket counter stating you used Paytm for recharge, they’ll fix it in a minute.
– Use metro stations to cross major road junctions. I know traffic is a mess here, and nobody really follows zebra crossing, so why not use metro stations to cross the road safely.
– There are various lines – Red, Blue, Yellow, Violet, Orange and many more. Most crowded routes are now being upgraded from 4 to 6 or 8 coaches which means more space. If traveling on the Yellow line for Gurgaon – being mostly used – have a maximum of 8 coaches. The rest are also catching up except the ones which don’t require (i.e. the Red Line).
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Rented Car/Cab
Ok, so you have decided to skip the metro and drive around the city! Let me tell you, it is not going to be easy also as the Delhiites have a bad traffic sense. Most of the times the roads are jam-packed, still, the non-office timings will give you some relief from slow-paced traffic. I’ll brief with some major routes with tourists spots around and these Delhi, India travel tips will help in case you’ve chosen to drive around Delhi city –
1. National Highway (NH8) – Delhi to Gurgaon – Although Gurgaon is really outer of the city not many historical sites to see there, it has the most important to reach Delhi – Airport (International & Domestic). How will you feel if you’re stuck in a miles-long jam and you have a flight to catch…Not great..right??
So, first & foremost avoid peak hours in Delhi starting 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM in the morning and in evenings strictly avoid 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. How about when you have to reach airport around (& after) these slots? I would say leave early – wouldn’t it be better to reach airport little early and not missing your flight altogether. Also, IGI T3 was ranked World Best Airports No 1 (2016) in 25-40 MPPA class so it would be nice to explore the airport. Secondly, if you’re reading this which I hope you do then plan your flights accordingly 🙂
2. India Gate – Humayun Tomb or ITO – The traffic at the India Gate roundabout moves almost smoothly but to arrive at a bottleneck either via Pragati Maidan towards Humayun Tomb or going to ITO. Avoid these routes to being stuck in traffic and long red lights.
3. Sarai Kale Khan – Akshardham Temple – The railway station at Sarai Kale Khan is a driver of messy traffic and going towards another iconic landmark of the city could land you in a huge mess.
4. Gurgaon – Vasant Kunj – IIT – AIIMS and till India Gate – Another major stretch which has not more than 2-3 lanes and the influx of traffic is relatively very high, better to avoid the stretch in peak hours. Also, this is the longest route from central Delhi to South Delhi/Gurgaon.
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Delhi Language
In Delhi, Hindi is the most commonly spoken language and you’ll also find a lot of people converse in good English. Before traveling to Delhi, it’s nice to know a few Hindi phrases namely –
- “Namaste” meaning “Hello”.
- “……… kidhar hai” meaning “where is ……” (replace ….. with places like hotel/sightseeing places).
- “Mera Naam hai ……” meaning “My name is ….”.
- “Kya Aap English Bolte hai?” meaning “Do you speak English?”.
- “Ye kitney ka hai?” meaning “How much is this for?”
- “Aap Kaise hai?” meaning “How are you?
- “Aap se milke Khushi hui.” meaning “Nice to meet you.”
Delhi Food – Where to Eat in Delhi
Delhi is a foodie’s paradise, you will find a variety of options, be it vegan, vegetarian, non-vegetarian and even international cuisine. Still where to eat in Delhi is one hell of a question.
You will find street food in most places, including in all the top places to see in Delhi. But if you have a weak stomach, I will not vouch for street food and would advise opting for decent dine in restaurants.
Places like Hauz Khaz village, Pandara Road, Khan Market, Satya Niketan will give you amazing dine in restaurants and cafes (some of these are Instagram worthy cafes). If you visit any malls in Delhi, you find overwhelming options for restaurants ranging from Punjabi, South Indian, or simply international ones like Chilis as well. If still confused, try Zomato app to find a restaurant’s review by users and then choose accordingly. One more tip for Delhi – Only drink *sealed* Bottled water in Delhi. Most restaurants have water purifiers like Aquaguard or RO, which is totally safe to drink. So, when in a cafe or restaurant, request them to fill your water bottle with that. It’s nice to do a bit about responsible tourism.
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Delhi Culture
Being the capital of India, Delhi has a mix of all the cultures, be it north India, or South or even the eastern India. The juxtaposition of high class and severe poverty is clearly visible in most parts of the city, so be prepared to accept it. Most of the people in Delhi are friendly and ready to help any foreign nationals traveling to their city. Yet people here are also impatient and tend to get into fights easily. So, it’s best not to get into one of those. If you’re white with blonde hairs, you’ll probably attract a lot of attention, I’m not being racist here but Indians do have this obsession white color. You might find people trying to get a picture with you, but if you’re not comfortable, decline them humbly, they’ll accept it.
Shopping in Delhi
Delhi is a shopper’s dream, with high-end malls to flee markets, Delhi has it all. If you have some spare time, visit the malls in Delhi, and you’ll find a lot of international brands and you can literally shop till you drop 😀 Delhi has a lot of flee markets, starting from Janpath in Connaught Place, Lajpat Nagar, Sarojini Nagar or Dilli Haat. While shopping in the flee markets, directly negotiate the price to 50% and the shopkeepers will bring the price to a decent 60-70% of the initial price.
Delhi Sightseeing
I’m going to present some of the top things to do in Delhi, India and offer some of my best Delhi travel tips with some bonus travel tips on how to travel to these locations in Delhi –
Qutub Minar – In Mehrauli, with the nearest metro station of Qutub Minar and in the heavily congested area. So if you plan to drive till there, cross the main red light junction before, else you’ll keep on waiting to turn that light green 😉 One of the well-known historical places in Delhi, Qutub Minar shouldn’t be missed in your Delhi city tour. When here, try Grammer Room for your hunger needs.
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Agrasen Ki Baoli – A step-well and another one of renowned historical places in Delhi, the baoli is a must-see for people traveling to Delhi. Located in Connaught place, the baoli can be easily reached through Rajiv Chowk aka C.P. metro station and a walk or autorickshaw.
India Gate – India Gate is in the center of Delhi and the roundabout is usually filled with cars yet the traffic is moving. If planning to go via metro, the nearest station is Pragati Maidan and from there you might either walk or hire an auto-rickshaw. One of the top places to visit in Delhi, it is one of the must-see historical places in Delhi to be included in your Delhi tour.
The National Gallery of Modern Art – If you think your Delhi travel only have to include the historical places in Delhi, you’re about to be proved otherwise. I highly recommend visiting the contemporary art gallery in Delhi with over 14000 artworks. Located at the India Gate’s roundabout and easily accessible through cabs. Although no metro will take you directly to the gallery, but get down at Pragati Maidan station of Delhi metro and walk through the beautiful lanes of Delhi. This walk will make your Delhi tour a lifetime memory.
Purana Qila – Another one of the famous historical places from Delhi, almost next to India gate with the close proximity of 2.5 km and lies on way towards Humayun Tomb. Although not much maintained unlike its counterparts, it’s still nice to visit the Fort on your Delhi trip.
Humayun Tomb & Nizammudin Dargah – One of the most famous historical places in Delhi and the most photographed location from Delhi, the tomb is a must-see. Both the locations can be clubbed with India Gate as it falls under 5 miles from here. Although I would advise visiting Humayun Tomb in morning hours to get the best pictures of this beautiful tomb without crowd blocking your way. Just 10 mins from the Tomb is the iconic Nizammudin Dargah which is one of the most sacred Mosques in the country with a huge religious value. A number of Bollywood movies are also shot in the mosque so it can add to your Delhi trip memories.
Safdar Jang Tomb – One of most underrated historical places in Delhi, the tomb is a major landmark in Delhi’s history marking the end of Mughal Empire. The tomb is within walking distance from Jor Bagh station of Delhi metro and closely located to Lodhi Gardens. Once out of the station, you’ll see various autorickshaws lined up to take you to the tomb. If you’re too tired to walk or not in the mood to walk, you can hop on to one of them with as low as 50INR. Else, walking through the lanes of that side of Delhi will present you with some amazing houses.
Red Fort – This iconic monument lies in old Delhi (locally called Dilli) which is little far from the center of the city and located closely to Chandni Chowk and Khari Bawri – the largest spice market in Asia.
Jama Masjid – The largest mosque in Delhi lies in close proximity to Red Fort and comes under Chandni Chowk. Being the largest in the country, the mosque has respective religious values. The mosque can be reached either from Chandni Chowk Delhi metro station or the recently opened Jama Masjid station from the violet line of Delhi metro.
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Old Delhi Travel Tips
1. Old Delhi is hugely congested as its name suggest it’s relatively old with narrow alleys. Prefer using the metro for here, or you’ll be stuck in a traffic mess which is much worse than routine Delhi traffic.
2. Chandni Chowk one of the largest cloth markets is closed on Sundays, so plan accordingly. Yet on Sundays some of the shops are open, so it’s can be nice to explore the busiest and one of the best places to visit in Delhi with fewer crowds.
When in old Delhi, take a detour to know more about Jain history in Feroz Shah Kotla.
Delhi is romantic with numerous places to visit and plenty of things to do. Head to the city in the monsoon season and you’ll be surprised.
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Amazing blog, it’s interesting. This post makes me want to go Delhi.
Delhi Metro is a whole new experience and best traveling option according to me!
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I live in Delhi and can say that the tips are really useful for all travelers to Delhi. Great job
Thank you 🙂
Delhi has a lot of more places to be explored. and we are thinking we need to travel the world 😀 i think for me i will complete the tour of places in delhi.
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Great tips and very useful. Saving this to share others. Thanks!
This is an awesome Delhi Travel Guide… Winter is coming 😉 and so is the right time to explore Delhi 🙂
I am so pleased to have found your website! I am hoping to visit India in the near future, and posts like this are gold for information- I really had no idea about Delhi and this has shed a lot of light on it- plus as a solo female traveller the tips are so handy!!! Many people have questioned my choice to travel alone- what are your thoughts?
You can travel in India solo with some precautions. I’d advice to trust your instincts all the time, go to major cities first, don’t stay late out in the night & don’t drink too much(stay in control). If you(or your family) is afraid, you can start with South India, it’s much safer to get a head-start in India. Then slowly move from South to Mumbai, Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra combined and Himachal Pradesh/Kashmir, if you like the Himalayas. You can connect with a trusted local too. Let me know if you need any help, I’m based in Delhi I’d happy to help 🙂
A really useful and comprehensive list. Well written and explained the essentials to be taken care for first time travelers. Thank you so much for sharing it.
I have been to Delhi and really enjoyed it. This post makes me want to go back : )
So glad you liked the post!
Nice post
Thanks!
Delhi hai dilwalon ki…… but yes the traffic kills and specially office hours….. Delhi has many beautiful places to see…… all beautiful…..
Yes right🙂
Really nice tips for an outsider coming to Delhi.
My parents are headed to India next month. Even though they are going as part of a group, they will have plenty of opportunities to go about it on their own. I will print this out for them for ideas.
Glad to hear that, hope they have a nice trip🙂
Metro and rented cabs has certainly improved the transport system of Delhi. But of course it comes with its pros and cons. I like the way you have elaborated on the peak hours and your tips on how we can avoid the peak hour rush.
Glad you liked it🙂
This is a quick guide to people who travel from outside to the capital. I liked the way you have shared the details about the metro and rented cars. Its quite helpful 🙂
Glad to know that!
I have been planning a trip to India for so long and for some reason I ma always postponing it. I think that I am going next summer so I am saving these tips.
Thank you 🙂
These are great tips! I plan to share them with a friend who will be traveling there next month.
Glad to know that!
Great tips for getting around! I’ve seen videos and read other posts on how congested it can get. If I make it there, will have this bookmarked to prepare myself
Glad you liked the tips 🙂
These are really good tips! While I havent ever visited the area, this is a great resource for people who are looking to!
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Great tips here! I never made it to Delhi, only Pondicherry and Kolkata. Would like to go back some day. Although the metro surely would be ridiculously busy and chaotic? We always got around on rickshaws and buses. I was surprised at first how on the buses there were gender rules, with women expected to sit on one side and men on the other.
Yes even metro is busy but much advanced and better than other modes of commute.
great tips for travelers out there! I love that they have a special area for women to travel to stay safe ; )
Glad you liked the post 🙂
these are great tips. thanks for sharing. i actually had no idea Delhi had a metro but i think i would try it anyway just for the experience.
Yes delhi metro is nice mode of commute!!
I love that you just gave me so much interesting insights into the city. It does sound quite a bit like the trains and traffic we have in Chicago!! If I visit dehli I will study the trains in the plane on the way over and memorize them so I am not intimidated.
Yes I would suggest you do 🙂
I was just talking to my husband about how I’d love if we could take a month to travel through India. To be honest, I feel uneasy about public transportation especially when I know there is an all women’s coach, that doesn’t make me feel safer at all! I think I’ll rent a cab or hire transportation otherwise.
We should travel how we feel safe and not just because others say!!
Saving this post! I’m planning on going to India for the first time next year and I can’t wait! Reading this gets me so excited.
Nice to know that!!
Nice to know there is a Metro system. It will surely save you from all the traffic in such a heavily populated congested city as Delhi! Now can plan to see this Indian capital.
Glad to know that!!
Can you believe I’ve never ridden on a Metro? Now I know that that’s the route I need to go when I make it to India traveling.
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I have definitely heard how chaotic Delhi can be. Your transportation tips would make it easier to navigate the city for anyone visiting for the first time. I also love the concept of coaches strictly for women, too.
I have definitely heard about how chaotic the city can be. Your transportation tips will help any visitor navigate Delhi a bit easier. I also love the idea of coaches strictly for women, as well.
Glad you liked it 🙂
Would like to visit Delhi one day so will have to keep these tips in mind for when we do! It can be daunting navigating a new countries public transport system
Glad I could help
I haven’t been to Delhi, but it sounds like the Metro is the way to go. I hate driving in traffic at home, and I can only imagine how crazy and chaotic traffic can get in Delhi. Taking a metro or subway is nice because you don’t have to worry about that. And it’s great to know there are the women only train cars too.
India is on my very long travel list! These are AWESOME tips! I’m definitely going to use them when I head to India, thank you!
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I think I saw Delhi again through a new perspective ( lived for allmost 4 years in Gurgaon ) thanks
Thank you🙂
Great article! Very well described, saving it for later!!
what a great post . I’ve always had Delhi on my bucketlist of places ! fingers crossed I get to go
Thank you🙂
I’m so curious to see Delhi! I’ve been to Kathmandu and they say Delhi is a bit like that, but even more crowded. What do you think about the crazy traffic?
Yes, it’s really worse here plus the entire city under construction adds to the pain!! That’s why I’ve come up with this post to help ease out the tourists 🙂
Those are some great tips. Being a Delhite, I often take it for granted. But I know it is very useful for a clueless foreigner . Very well written blog. The information on Metro is very useful.
A comprehensive panorama of Delhi is presented for that would entice a curious travelerte
Glad you liked it 🙂
I’d love to visit there one day, so this was really helpful!! So glad I stumbled across your blog x
Abby
Glad you liked the post 🙂
It looks like winter would be a great time to visit. I would love to go there one day.
Thank you for the tip, I’ll use them if I ever go to India.
Really helpful post!! I love that instead of just saying “avoid the metro rush by not going in peak tourist season” you actually include all months and point out when to use it in the morn and in the evening. I’ve never seen someone do that before! I haven’t been but if I do go I’ll definitely use this as a guide. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much. really glad you liked it.
I have planning to visit Delhi and seeing this makes me more excited. I cant wait to see Delhi this year.
Glad you liked it🙂
I always like taking the train when I visit cities. I’m so used to taking the subway at home that it’s just so much easier to around and cheaper than taking taxis or cabs. It’s good to know that there is a metro in Delhi!
Yes metro is a great commuting medium here!!
Navigating another country or city is always tough, especially the first time you visit. This is such a handy guide on how to get around Delhi. It’s no secret that much has been said about the public transport in India; so any extra information is always welcome.
Glad you found these helpful.
I’ve never been, but these look like great tips! Thanks for sharing!!
Glad you found these helpful.
Great tips on how to avoid crowd, chaos and using local transport in Delhi. You have specified the easily commuting timing zones for different areas which are super helpful for people who are visiting Delhi for first time. Ladies coach in Metro of Delhi is a boon for females due to their safe travel and no miss happenings during commuting.
Glad you found these helpful.
I have heard a lot of things about going to Dehli during difficult times of the year, especially with the Monsoons. I have been to China during heavy monsoon type weather and it’s just no fun. Also Arizona. I will make sure when I do go to visit I will avoid those times of year.
Glad you found these helpful.
Oh geez. Thank you for this. Delhi is so massive this is just what I was looking for.
Glad you liked the post🙂
This is great for anyone planning a trip to India.
Thank you🙂
Great detailed advice! I can definitely see us using this if we ever make it to Delhi. The transportation there definitely looks a little intimidating!
It is a bit, yet metro is still the best way to come around Delhi.
We had been to Delhi long time back and had booked with a tour company. We had a cab to move around the places and we have experienced the terrible traffic and signal waits. For tourists, time is very important and these tips are great to save on the same and explore as much as possible. Next time we visit we are definitely going to try the metros. Thanks for the post!
Yes, metro saves literally lots of time. Glad you liked the post 🙂
Awesome guide! I’d love to visit one day and it always helps to have tips from someone who’s been and knows their way around.
Awesome tips. Its been quite sometime since I visited Delhi. I was using Metro and bought the 3 day tourist card.. Its just so comfortable! I can never forget that trip coz I lost my phone and took a bus to Lajpat Nagar and lodge a police complaint! I rode a rickshaw on Chandi Chowk’s traffic!!! Ha!!! Memories!!!
Yes metro is comfortable as compared to being stuck in traffic. So glad I could revive some of your memories 🙂
This is such an awesome post! I am from Delhi and I can tell you that Delhi Metro is the best option to commute considering the traffic in the city but unfortunately metro is always overcrowded at peak time. 🙂
Agreed! Metro is best for off-hours. We being from Delhi find it over crowded, can’t imagine how intimidating it can get for tourists.
Super cool post — just had an aunt go and hear about the experience. Seems like a very different way of life than my normal travel and commute!
Glad you liked the post 🙂
This is a very detailed guide! I prefer taking the subway system whenever I travel so this would be a great reference.
Glad you liked the tips🙂
Very detailed guide for tourists planning to go to Delhi. I hope to go there someday, it’s so beautiful! I like that you shared the seasons. I am not good with hot weather and would prefer the colder seasons!
Glad you liked the tips. Yes summers are really bad here, winters are better. Whenever you plan to come, plan around November to February.
I’ve never been to Delhi or India, but have heard a lot about the traffic! The tips are useful for the metro, I can imagine it can get busy. I have to say, I didn’t know you have a winter in India (!), so I also learned something new here!
In northern india we have winters, although not all states have extreme cold like snow but a pleasant one. We get snow here only in upper mountain areas.
Having been to India before I would definitely not be brave enough to hire a car; it would take a lifetime to get used to the driving rules (or lack thereof ;)) but it is part of India’s charm! I’ve never been to Delhi but it looks lovely; I like the fact that they have a women’s only coach, I would feel better about bringing my daughters.
I would definitely take the Metro around Dehli. I wouldn’t be brave enough to rent a car! The Red Fort looks very interesting as do all the points of interest of Dehli.
For somebody who has never been in India, these insider tips are very useful. I love that you recommend starting the day early. New Delhi seems so huge to me that you can easily can get lost. The women coach was a good tip too.
This is great information. It can always be a challenge to get around in foreign countries, especially one as crowded as Delhi. Keeping this for future reference.
I love the casual approach to travel. Winters – start late to avoid rush hour. Summer – don’t come, it’s too hot. One of the fantastic things about blogging is that you can hear first hand opinions of real travelers instead of commercialized -it’s beautiful all year long – sales pitches.
I agree one should never blindly believe commercialised opinions. I myself love travel as per weather, its ok to have exceptions but atleast be aware & prepared of the climate.
These tips are so handy for commuting in Delhi. While there has been a lot of concerns about travel safety in India, especially for women, I think anyone can be safe as long as you are informed about your transportation options. The all-female coach sounds like a good idea! I think that would be the ideal choice for those who are skeptical about solo travel and commuting in Delhi, or India!
Yes it is really helpful if we are well aware of the routes. Women coach was introduced with security in mind. Glad you find these tips useful.
Great resource on commuting in Delhi
Good tips , I totally agree