How to move around Delhi

How to move around Delhi

Local Transport
Air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned cars can be hired for self-drive or chauffer-driven from various car rental agencies (see car rental chart). Charges vary according to the type of car, distance and usage.

Metered yellow-top taxis are easily available. Pay by the meter. The meter reading should commence from Re. 1. Meter reading x 6 gives you the total fare.

Scooter rickshaws are available and are more economical, at roughly half the taxi rates. These too are metered and the meter reading should commence from Rs. 1. Metre reading x 3 gives you the total fare.

Extra charges: Luggage: 50 paise per package weighing more than 20 kg for both taxis and scooters is payable. Night charge of 25 per cent over the total fare for both scooters and taxis engaged between 11 pm and 5 am.

For complaints, contact Tel : 23319334, 23318840, 23317630.

Cycle rickshaws and tongas are available in the old city.

Tours
Delhi Tourism & Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC), India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC), and Travelite run half and full-day tours of the city on guaranteed departures.

There is also an evening tour of Delhi. Passengers can also be picked up for these tours from select hotels. Please confirm from your hotels travel desk about the nearest pick-up point.

Local sightseeing tours are operated by:
DTTDC, New Delhi tour; 0900-1400 hrs. Old Delhi tour, 1415-1800 hrs.
ITDC, New Delhi tour, 0900-1400 hrs. Old Delhi tour, 1415-1800 hrs.
New and Old Delhi, 0900-1800 hrs.

Delhi is also the base for one-day excursions to Agra, Jaipur and many other places in and around Delhi.

ITDC,
Fly Over City, Pollution Free
In the last two years, ten flyovers and bridges have been constructed in the city, at least a dozen more are under construction and 26 more are planned. These are helping to ease out traffic snarls to a great extent. The Delhi administration is also working towards reducing the pollution level in the city by switching to CNG (compressed natural gas) powered vehicles, especially the much used public transportation. Buses, auto rickshaws and yellow-top taxis, all gaily painted with a green line indicate their newly acquired CNG status. 'Radio taxis' have been introduced offering 24-hour air-conditioned service. The Delhi metro is under construction, initially over a limited stretch connecting central Delhi to east Delhi. Also, with the traffic police pulling out their radar sensors to stop and fine traffic violators, especially speeders and seat belts the Delhi traffic sure looks geared up for better days.

From the airport: One can take a pre-paid taxi or a bus that will drop you to the city center. Cars can also be hired (with or without a driver).


From the railway station: There are auto-rickshaws, taxis and buses to get downtown. Opt for pre-paid taxis or auto rickshaws. They are comfortable and reasonable.


From the bus station: From the main bus station (ISBT) you can take a taxi, auto-rickshaw or a city bus. For shorter distances, cycle rickshaws are available.


In and around the city: The ideal way to move around is by taxi or auto-rickshaw. Or take a conducted tour by bus around the city. Public buses are crowded but provide reasonable means to move around. A circular railway runs through the city and is good if your destination is close to one of the stations. You can also hire a car in advance.