Meeting point: Shahjahan Road end, near Children's Park (India Gate), at the entry towards the National War Memorial. Hotel pick-up possible on request, confirmed by your guide.

Delhi has been levelled and rebuilt at least seven times, and each version of the city has left something behind. This 6 km run explores the newest layer: the grand Central Vista, the ceremonial heart of the world's largest democracy.

You start near the National War Memorial and run straight to India Gate, the great sandstone arch that honours Indian soldiers. From there you follow Kartavya Path, the "Path of Duty", a wide tree-lined boulevard that was once called Rajpath. On the way you pass the National Museum and the new Kartavya Bhawan government buildings.

Next you pass the New Parliament Building, then loop back past Air Force Headquarters and the ministries of the Government of India. Among all this modern power sits a quiet survivor from the 18th century, the small Zabtaganj Mosque. Your guide explains how the old and new Delhi fit together.

This is a private tour at your own pace. Water and digital photos are included, and your guide can usually pick you up at your hotel. At just 6 km on broad, flat avenues, it suits every level of runner and is a great introduction to the city.

Highlights

National War Memorial

India Gate

Kartavya Path

National Museum

Kartavya Bhawan government offices

New Parliament Building

Air Force HQ and the ministry buildings

Central Vista and the 18th-century Zabtaganj Mosque

Starting from $57.00 per extra runner (add to group of 4, per person)

Group size: up to 30 extra runner (add to group of 4, per person)

Vibe: Local, Active

Mobility: Yes