New Delhi in 1 Day for Couples - Sunset and evening views of Birla Mandir (Laxminarayan Temple)
In Collaboration with Holiday Tours And Travels. Updated on February 14, 2026.
Private 5-hour evening tour of New Delhi by air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. See Delhi’s illuminated monuments and visit key sites including Birla Mandir, India Gate, Red Fort (drive-by), Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's House) and Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, with dinner at a local restaurant. Hotel pickup and drop-off from centrally located hotels in New Delhi are included.
This itinerary was created in collaboration with Holiday Tours And Travels, inspired by the tour Delhi by Evening Tour by Private Air-Condition vehicle includes Dinner. . Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- Sunset and evening views of Birla Mandir (Laxminarayan Temple)
- Photo stops at India Gate under evening lights
- Drive-by views of the illuminated Red Fort
- Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's House) and ceremonial boulevards at night
- Visit to Gurdwara Bangla Sahib with its calm evening atmosphere and langar available locally (not included in tour price) and dinner at a local restaurant
Itinerary
Day 1
Evening private tour of central New Delhi visiting major illuminated monuments with dinner. Tour departs 18:00 and runs for approximately 5 hours. Hotel pickup and drop-off from centrally located hotels in New Delhi.
Depart from central hotel / Connaught Place (meeting & pickup area)
Your private driver will meet you at your centrally located hotel or at a central Connaught Place meeting point and depart the city center to begin the evening route.
Tips from local experts:
- Confirm your exact pickup location and expected pickup time with the operator during reconfirmation — pickups typically start 30–60 minutes before departure from centrally located hotels.
- Have a light jacket ready for open-vehicle waits; evening temperatures can drop after sunset in May.
- Keep your ID or hotel voucher handy for quick pickup verification.
Laxminarayan Temple (Birla Mandir) — short visit
Visit the well-lit Birla Mandir (Laxminarayan Temple) to view the evening-lit temple architecture and take photos. Modest dress required for entry (shoulders and knees covered).
Tips from local experts:
- Wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees — shorts and sleeveless tops are not permitted inside the temple complex.
- Leave footwear in the vehicle or use the on-site shoe rack; bring a small bag for valuables.
- Keep camera phones on silent and be respectful of worshippers; brief visits of 20–30 minutes are standard in the evening.
India Gate — photo stop and short walk
Drive to India Gate and pause for photos and a short stroll around the illuminated war memorial and surrounding Rajpath lawns.
Tips from local experts:
- Allow time for a short walk (10–15 minutes) from the vehicle to the memorial; wear comfortable shoes.
- Traffic around India Gate can be slower in the evening — keep personal belongings secure and close to you during the stop.
- If you prefer quieter views, ask the driver for a slightly later or earlier stop to avoid the busiest pockets of visitors.
Red Fort — drive-by and exterior viewing (illuminated at night)
Drive past the Red Fort for exterior views of the monument lit at night. The tour provides stop-and-view time from a suitable vantage rather than a full interior visit.
Tips from local experts:
- This stop is an exterior/drive-by viewing; interior access is not included — check opening hours separately if you wish to visit inside on another day.
- Expect vehicle parking or slow-moving traffic near the fort—use this time to take exterior photos from the roadside or designated viewpoints.
- Keep a small torch/phone light if you plan to photograph details after dark; some peripheral areas have limited lighting.
Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's House) — exterior drive-by and photo stop
View the Rashtrapati Bhavan and its surrounding ceremonial avenues from the vehicle or a short roadside stop for photos.
Tips from local experts:
- This is an exterior viewing stop — there is no inside access included; security restrictions apply around the President's Estate.
- Have your camera ready for shots of the mansion and the ceremonial axis (Kartavya Path) while staying within designated public areas.
- Avoid leaving personal items unattended in the vehicle if you step out briefly for photos; parking can be restricted near official buildings.
Gurdwara Bangla Sahib — visit and quiet time
Visit the well-known Sikh gurdwara for a peaceful evening pause. Visitors should remove shoes and cover heads; modest dress required. Entry to the prayer hall is subject to temple rules.
Tips from local experts:
- Carry a clean scarf or head covering for entry; scarves are often available at the gurdwara if needed.
- Remove shoes before entering the prayer area and keep socks on or bring an extra pair for comfort on cool marble floors.
- Photography inside the prayer hall is restricted — ask permission before taking photos and follow on-site signage and staff directions.
Dinner at a local restaurant (included)
Dinner at a centrally located local restaurant arranged as part of the tour. Meal will be served at a comfortable table suitable for two.
Tips from local experts:
- Inform the operator in advance of any dietary restrictions or allergies so the restaurant can prepare accordingly.
- Dinner seating is typically at a table for two; if you prefer a quieter corner, mention this to the driver when you arrive.
- Non-alcoholic bottled water is provided; alcoholic drinks are excluded and available to purchase separately if desired.
Return to hotel / Drop-off
Drive back to your centrally located hotel or a central drop-off point to end the tour.
Tips from local experts:
- Expect the driver to return you to your original pickup hotel or a nearby central drop-off point — confirm the exact drop-off address during reconfirmation.
- Keep any belongings collected during the tour in one place in the vehicle to speed up the drop-off process.
- If you wish to extend your outing after drop-off, advise the driver in advance; additional time is subject to availability.
Itinerary Attributes
| Days | 1 |
| Highlights | 5 |
| Season | - |
| Month | - |
| Persona | Couples |
| Transfers | 2 |
| Restaurants | 1 |
| Total Activities | 6 |
| Total Places | 8 |
| Activities Types | Transfer, Attraction, Culture, Restaurant |
