6 days in New Delhi & Kurukshetra Itinerary

Designed by notable English architects and proclaimed India's capital in 1931, New Delhi sits in the middle of a sprawling metropolitan area with a population of over 25 million.

New Delhi is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Humayun's Tomb, contemplate the long history of Rajpath, make a trip to Qutub Minar, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Gurudwara Bangla Sahib.

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Chennai to New Delhi is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Traveling from Chennai in October, plan for little chillier nights in New Delhi, with lows around 24°C. On the 5th (Mon), you're off to Kurukshetra.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Bhadrakali Temple (Shri Devi Koop).

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You can drive from New Delhi to Kurukshetra in 3.5 hours. Another option is to drive. On the 6th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive back home.