Delhi · India

Delhi Trip with Friends

For Delhi, the stay decision should come before the itinerary. Compare Connaught Place for central sightseeing, Aerocity for airport/business stays, South Delhi for cafes and markets, then build the plan around commute time, evening returns and the group’s tolerance for busy vs quiet areas.

Friends Tripmetro heritage3 days idealOctober to March for comfortable sightseeingGood for family
Best time
October to March for comfortable sightseeing
Ideal duration
3 days
Budget / day (mid)
₹4,500
Good for
family

Things to do in Delhi

Shortlist with your group and vote on what makes it into the plan.

Red Fort/Jama Masjid/Chandni Chowk

Best for: family

Check current timings and entry fees before visiting — they change with season.

India Gate/Kartavya Path

Best for: family

Check current timings and entry fees before visiting — they change with season.

Qutub Minar

Best for: family

Check current timings and entry fees before visiting — they change with season.

Humayun’s Tomb/Lodhi Garden

Best for: family

Check current timings and entry fees before visiting — they change with season.

Estimated cost for Delhi

Typical ranges per group. Prices are estimates — please check current rates before booking.

GroupDaysBudgetMid-rangePremiumPer person (mid)
22₹9,600₹15,600₹29,600₹7,800
42₹19,200₹31,200₹59,200₹7,800
62₹28,800₹46,800₹88,800₹7,800
23₹14,400₹23,400₹44,400₹11,700
43₹28,800₹46,800₹88,800₹11,700
63₹43,200₹70,200₹1,33,200₹11,700
25₹24,000₹39,000₹74,000₹19,500
45₹48,000₹78,000₹1,48,000₹19,500
65₹72,000₹1,17,000₹2,22,000₹19,500
27₹33,600₹54,600₹1,03,600₹27,300
47₹67,200₹1,09,200₹2,07,200₹27,300
67₹1,00,800₹1,63,800₹3,10,800₹27,300

Typical split: stay 34% | food 20% | local transport 14% | tickets/guides 18% | buffer 14%

Sample expense split

How a 4-person Delhi trip might log expenses. CollabTrip auto-settles who owes whom.

Paid byItemAmountSplit
AaravStay (2 nights, Delhi)₹16,000Equal · 4 people
NehaCab from station + sightseeing₹3,200Equal · 4 people
IshanGroup dinner₹4,400Equal · 4 people
RiyaActivity tickets₹2,800Custom · 3 of 4

Where to stay in Delhi

Pick a base that matches your group's vibe.

Connaught Place

Best for: first-time groups

Connaught Place for central sightseeing

! Watch-out: May not suit every group style; verify commute time, late-night transport, parking and current stay inventory.

Aerocity

Best for: friends/couples

Aerocity for airport/business stays

! Watch-out: May not suit every group style; verify commute time, late-night transport, parking and current stay inventory.

South Delhi

Best for: families or premium groups

South Delhi for cafes and markets

! Watch-out: May not suit every group style; verify commute time, late-night transport, parking and current stay inventory.

Old Delhi area

Best for: budget or logistics-focused groups

Old Delhi area for heritage focus

! Watch-out: May not suit every group style; verify commute time, late-night transport, parking and current stay inventory.

Pre-trip checklist for Delhi

Share it with your group in one tap.

documents

  • ID
  • monument booking proof
  • student/senior IDs if applicable

clothes

  • Comfortable clothes
  • walking shoes
  • modest layers for religious sites

gear

  • Water bottle
  • hat
  • camera
  • small cash

health

  • Heat protection
  • basic medicines
  • hydration

group planning

  • Guide decision
  • old-town walk plan
  • ticket owner
  • market budget

Good to know

Common planning mistakes

FAQs

Is Delhi good for this trip type?+

Yes if the itinerary matches the group’s pace. The key is choosing the right stay zone and not forcing every person into every activity.

What should we avoid while planning Delhi?+

Avoid booking before agreeing on budget, making one person handle all payments, and planning too many distant stops in one day.

How can CollabTrip help for Delhi?+

Use it to collect votes, assign owners, store bookings, build a shared budget and settle expenses without digging through chats.

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