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Trip Valid:1 Jan 2009 to 31 Dec 2010
Also runs from:1 Jan 2011 to 31 Dec 2011
Duration:4 hours
Pickup location:
Pick up at Delhi hotel located in the Metropolitan Delhi area.
Pickup time:7.00 AM
Drop-off location:
At the end of the trip you are free for personal exploration or alternatively your local guide can assist with arranging a taxi back to your hotel.
Drop-off time:11.00 AM
Highlights:
Experience a sleepier side of Delhi street life, Browse colourful markets for a morning snack, Learn about the monkey god at the Hanuman Temple, Hear a worship chant that hasn't stopped for 45 years, Tuck into an Indian-style breakfast.
Trip Code:HUC Group size:Minimum 1, Maximum 12 Price:USD 21.50 Style:Local life & Culture, Walking & OrientationRise early and join a local guide to experience the awakening bustle of Delhi. Walk to the local produce markets and visit the Hanuman Temple to see the morning puja. Continue on to an Indian restaurant for an authentic breakfast. The chaotic streets of Delhi are slightly muted in the early morning and this is an ideal time to discover local sights and handpicked secrets.
Itinerary
This is a trip for early birds. Join a local guide at 7.30am. Whilst many are still sleeping we will see the massive working bee that prepares India for the day ahead. We will watch Delhi awaken in an experience of colours, sights sounds and smells.
From the Metro station we walk to the local markets where we can stop chat to the vendors. Here is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a cup of chai to wake up and for those who are hungry there are plenty of snacks on offer.
Following the market continue on to visit the Hanuman Temple where our local guide will teach us about the morning puja (prayers) and the temple's history. We will also learn more about Lord Hanuman, who is one of the important characters in the Indian epic, the Ramayana. He is a monkey god and the provider of courage, hope, knowledge, intellect and devotion. The small but elegant temple was constructed in 1724 and has become very popular with devotees of Lord Hanuman. A highlight at the temple is the 24 hour chanting of the mantra of 'Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram', a continuous chant that has been sounding out 24 hours a day from the temple since August 1st, 1964.
Following the temple visit there is time for a delicious Indian breakfast. Our guide will take us to one of the area's best restaurants for authentic Indian breakfast.
At the end of the trip you are free for personal exploration or alternatively your local guide can assist with arranging a taxi back to your hotel.
Inclusion
English speaking guide, Entrance fees and transport as indicated, Breakfast.Exclusion
Items of a personal nature, Tips or gratuities for drivers or guide.Voucher Exchange details
Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.Confirmation of booking
Please contact the local supplier to confirm you trip 24 hours prior to departure.Your trip
This trip is offered on a "join-in" basis. Maximum group size is 12.Dress Standard
Dress standards are conservative throughout Asia, especially outside major cities. To respect this and for your own comfort, we strongly recommend modest clothing. This means clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the predominantly hot Asian climate.Tipping
If you are happy with the services provided a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid Urban Adventures destinations.Children policy
Children must be between 6 and 11 years of age inclusively.
Language
English- Cancellations made more than 2 days prior to travel receive a full refund
- Cancellations made 2 days or less prior to travel attract a 100% cancellation fee.
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