About the Port
Delhi serves as the gateway to northern India, a capital city where imperial history unfolds alongside modern government and daily life. The Red Fort's red sandstone walls, the grand India Gate, and the domed Presidential Palace speak to different eras of power, while Jama Masjid and Humayun's Tomb reflect the artistry of Mughal builders. Qutub Minar, an 11th-century minaret of remarkable height, anchors the city's older quarters, and bustling bazaars offer a lively counterpoint to these monuments.
Because landmarks and neighborhoods spread across a wide urban area, most itineraries rely on private transport rather than walking from a central point. Delhi also serves as the practical starting point for overland journeys to Agra, home to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, making the capital as much a launching pad as a destination in its own right.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Delhi.
Ride a Rickshaw Through Chandni Chowk
Weave by cycle-rickshaw through the old city's bazaar lanes near Jama Masjid, where spice stalls and narrow alleys reveal a livelier, street-level side of Delhi beyond the monuments.
Climb Qutub Minar's Grounds
Explore the 11th-century minaret and its surrounding ruins, an easy stop by private car that pairs Delhi's Islamic architectural heritage with a quieter, park-like setting.
Day Trip to the Taj Mahal
Arrange the overland journey to Agra to see the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort firsthand; allow a full day round-trip and aim for late-day light when the marble glows gold and pink.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Delhi
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $11,119 | |
| Oct 17, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $11,519 | |
| Oct 26, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $11,569 | |
| Nov 5, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $11,369 | |
| Nov 13, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $17,019 | |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $8,269 | |
| Nov 30, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $12,269 | |
| Dec 17, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $9,069 | |
| Dec 25, 2026 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $8,799 | |
| Jan 1, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $9,399 | |
| Jan 9, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $6,449 | |
| Jan 18, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $7,749 | |
| Jan 25, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $7,099 | |
| Feb 1, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $8,749 | |
| Feb 8, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $8,749 | |
| Feb 15, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $10,849 | |
| Feb 18, 2027 | Lindblad Expeditions | Charaidew II | 17 | $25,857 | |
| Feb 22, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $9,399 | |
| Feb 25, 2027 | Lindblad Expeditions | Charaidew II | 17 | $24,500 | |
| Mar 4, 2027 | Uniworld | Ganges Voyager II | 12 | $7,349 |
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