- Rashtrapati Bhavan - You will be picked up from your hotel in New Delhi and your guide will escort you in an air conditioned vehicle to Rashtrapati Bhawan, the official residence of the president of India.
The President’s Bodyguards (PBG), started in 1773, is the senior most Regiment of the Indian Army. It is a Regiment carrying out ceremonial duties for the President of India.
The thirty minute ceremony commences with the PBG troops, astride their caparisoned, powerful and well groomed steeds advancing from behind the Jaipur Column to the tunes played by the Army Brass Band. Thereafter the Parade Commander marches in, on whose
word of command
the guard of the 8th Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry (Siachen), marches in. Thereafter the new guard takes over the duties of guards and sentries. The ceremony ends with an equestrian display by the PBG and playing of the National Anthem. Post ceremony you will be dropped back to the hotel.
- Services of English Speaking Local Guide
- Hotel pick up and drop off within New Delhi
- Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- 02 bottles of mineral water
- Gratuities
- Lunch, Food and drinks, unless specified
Watch this unique Change of Guard ceremony which takes place within the boundary walls of Rashtrapati Bhawan, the home of the President of India. You will see the soldiers of the President’s Bodyguards (PBG) on their decorated horses changing guards as the Army Brass Band plays the National Anthem.
Highlights
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Views of the President’s House, Parliament House and India Gate
Change of Guard ceremony (Ceremony Opens on Every Saturday Only)
Equestrian Display
- Valid photo ID card is a MUST for Entry to Rashtrapati Bhawan
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
