Delhi Slum Tour
Covering: Old & New Delhi Temples
Duration: 3-4 hrs.
Available in: English, Spanish, German, Italian, & French Languages.
Overview:
Delhi Slum Tour - This tour offers a profound and respectful glimpse into the lives of the city’s most resilient communities. These tours are designed to educate visitors about the complexities of urban poverty and the indomitable spirit of those who navigate it daily.
The slum tours in Delhi take you through the narrow lanes and bustling life of the city’s informal settlements. These tours are conducted with sensitivity and respect, aiming to challenge stereotypes and showcase the community’s strength and entrepreneurship.
Kindly Note: Photography is not allowed in Delhi Slum Tour only to ensure the privacy of the local residents.
Highlights:
- Witness how residents support each other socially.
- explore the small-scale industries to recycling operations
- Get insights into the cultural and educational aspects of slum life
- Admire the flower-inspired design of the Lotus Temple.
- Marvel at the Qutub Minar, a towering masterpiece of Indo-Islamic architecture.
This Delhi Slum Tour is not just about observation but about interaction and engagement, offering a chance to learn from and appreciate the resilience and enterprise of Delhi’s slum dwellers. It’s an eye-opening experience that leaves a lasting impact, encouraging a new perspective on the city’s diverse tapestry of life.
Tour Itinerary:
Start this commendable tour firstly by visiting:
Today at (9 AM, 10 AM, 1 PM, 2 PM) or as per your given time - Pickup from Airport / Hotel in Delhi/Gurgaon/Noida and then proceed to visit OLD & NEW DELHI. IN OLD DELHI -Visit.
Sanjay Colony:
A compact slum situated in the southern part of Delhi, near the Bahai Lotus Temple and Iskcon temple. Despite its challenging living conditions, it’s an area brimming with positive energy and a strong sense of community. Covering just 25 acres, it’s home to about 50,000 people.
This Delhi slum tour in Sanjay Colony offers a unique glimpse into the daily lives of its residents. It’s an educational experience where visitors can learn about the various micro-industries thriving within the slum, particularly the garment recycling and manufacturing industry.
The tour also includes visits to a small temple, a mosque, and residential areas, providing insights into the religious and domestic aspects of the community. After your slum tour, drive to a nearby place.
Lotus Temple:
A Bahá’í House of Worship notable for its flowerlike shape and the universal spirit of unity it represents. Finally visit
Qutub Minar: Ancient Tower of Victory
Marvel at the Qutub Minar (Tallest Minaret in India), a towering masterpiece of Indo-Islamic architecture. Standing at 73 meters (240 feet), it’s an impressive five-story sandstone tower. After your tour, with the lifetime experience of the Delhi Slum Tour, head back towards the hotel or airport as per your preference.
Kindly Note:
Photography is not allowed in Delhi Slum Tour only to ensure the privacy of the local residents.
After your tour, with the lifetime experience of this tour, head back towards the hotel or airport as per your preference.
INCLUSIONS:
EXCLUSIONS:
- Lunch/Dinner/Any optional trip.
- Anything not specified under the above inclusions.
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