Lahore,
Tonga Ride Tour
The Lahore Tonga Ride Tour is a delightful way to experience the historic Walled City of Lahore. Tonga is a carriage pulled by a horse and once used to be a famous transport in South Asia. The importance of the tongues cannot be denied in any era. Before the modern age, the wealthiest person in the city used the tonga as their transport. Lahore is known for its culture and heritage, and the Tonga Ride is an ancient culture of Lahore. These traditional horse-drawn carriages take you through narrow, bustling streets lined with centuries-old havelis, vibrant bazaars, and iconic landmarks like Delhi Gate and Shahi Hammam.
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Highlights
- Ride in a decorated Tonga (traditional carriage), a vintage Lahori experience.
- Relive the old-world charm of pre-modern transportation.
- Pass through the narrow, bustling streets of Old Lahore.
- Visit Delhi Gate, one of the original 13 gates of Lahore.
- Experience A joyful, festive ride that feels like a moving piece of art.
Tour Itinerary
Lahore Tonga Ride Tour
- Arrive at the designated gate (Delhi or Bhatti Gate).
- Meet the (Tonga driver) and guide.
- A quick briefing on the route, history, and safety.
- Delhi Gate: Start the trip by visiting Delhi Gate, built during Emperor Akbar’s reign, it once served as the main entrance to the city from the direction of Delhi Shahi Hammam – a 17th-century Mughal-era royal bath.
- Wazir Khan Mosque: Next, we will visit Wazir Khan Mosque, a Mughal architectural masterpiece renowned for its intricate tile work and vibrant colours.
- Shahi Hamam (Royal Bath): After that, visit Shahi Hamam; it is a prime attraction of Wallet City and was the place where the royal family took a bath when they travelled from Delhi to Lahore.
- Oldest Spice Bazaar: Next, we will visit the oldest spice bazaar of Lahore, known as Akbari Mandi. It is South Asia’s largest wholesale spice market.
- Explore the architecture, take photographs, and enjoy a brief storytelling session.
- Interact with locals and observe the everyday culture of old Lahore.
- Resume your Tonga back to the starting point, savouring the evening sights and sounds of old Lahore.
Services
Included/Excluded
- Air-conditioned transport
- Ticket for Tonga ride
- All road tolls and fuel expenses
- English speaking tour guide inside fort
- Anything not mentioned inclusive
- Lunch, dinner or snacks
- Travel Insurance
- Personal nature expenses
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