29/09/2026
I’ve just returned from 10 unforgettable days in India, and I have to start with Day 1 in Delhi…✨
From the moment we landed, the city wrapped us in colour, spice and history. After a warm welcome from our local partners and a visit to the towering Qutub Minar, we checked in at the stylish Le Méridien – the perfect place to recharge over a delicious lunch before diving into Old Delhi.
Then the real adventure began.
We wove through the tangled lanes of Old Delhi by rickshaw, the air filled with honking horns, temple bells and the fragrance of chai and street food. A walking tour with the incredible Salaam Baalak Trust gave us a powerful insight into the lives of former street children, and the life‑changing support, education and safe spaces the charity provides. Their guides share their own stories with such honesty and pride – it’s humbling and inspiring in equal measure.
The spice market was a full sensory overload: pyramids of chillies, sacks of cardamom and cumin, flashes of turmeric yellow and saffron red, all set against centuries‑old facades and hidden alleyways.
And then, in the midst of the chaos, we stepped into another world: Haveli Dharampura.
Old Delhi’s havelis are traditional mansions tucked behind unassuming doorways – a glimpse into a more elegant time. Many are being lovingly restored, and Haveli Dharampura is one of the finest examples: carved balconies, peaceful courtyards, intricate archways and rooftops where you can watch kites dancing above the skyline. It’s a calm, beautifully restored sanctuary where you can sip tea, listen to the city hum in the distance and feel the layers of history all around you.
Day 1 set the tone for the entire trip: rich culture, powerful stories, and those “I can’t believe I’m really here” moments at every turn.
If India has been on your wish list – especially Delhi and its magical havelis – I’d love to share more about this journey and help you experience it for yourself.
Trail Blazer Tours India Privat e Limited