At a glance
- Base: AOHC Centre, Sector 51, Gurugram — well connected to Golf Course Road/Extension and HUDA City Centre metro.
- Best months: Oct–Mar for pleasant weather. Summers can be hot; monsoon brings showers.
- Patient focus: Choose short outings, shaded/indoor stops, frequent sit-downs; AOHC can arrange soft-ride, AC vehicles and wheelchair support.
Getting around
- Chauffeur/Uber/Ola: Widely available; AOHC can provide trusted drivers and step-assist.
- Traffic tip: Aim for 8–11 am or 4–7 pm on weekdays. Keep plans flexible.
Quick distance & time guide (typical off-peak by car from AOHC, Sector 51)
Times are conservative off-peak estimates; add buffer for weekends, festivals or adverse weather.
| Destination | Approx. one-way | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Worldmark Gurugram (Sector 65) | 20–35 min | Modern dining & retail hub with indoor promenades. |
| DLF CyberHub | 30–45 min | Dense restaurant promenade; easy drop-offs. |
| Ambience Mall (Gurugram) | 35–50 min | Large, fully indoor; lifts/ramps throughout. |
| Worldmark, Aerocity (IGI Airport) | 45–70 min | Worldmark 1/2/3 dining clusters; airport-adjacent. |
| 32nd Avenue (32 Milestone), Sector 15 | 30–50 min | Open-air gourmet courtyard; lively evenings. |
| Golf Course Road — DLF Horizon Center (One/Two) | 20–35 min | Premium dining cluster (e.g., Comorin at Two Horizon Center). |
| Qutub Minar (Mehrauli) | 50–75 min | UNESCO site; daylight hours; e-tickets available. |
| Lodhi Garden | 50–70 min | Flat, shaded paths — great gentle stroll. |
| Humayun’s Tomb & Sunder Nursery | 70–90 min | Mughal garden-tomb + heritage park/cafés. |
| Lal Qila (Red Fort) | 70–90 min | ASI e-ticketing; sound & light show on select evenings. |
| Purani Dilli / Chandni Chowk | 70–95 min | Heritage bazaar corridor; pair with rickshaw glide & Jama Masjid gate view. |
| Sultanpur National Park | 45–70 min | Birding Oct–Mar; generally reopens after monsoon around Oct 1. |
Patient-friendly half-day plans (2–4 hours)
- Soft & Scenic (Gurugram): Aravalli photo stop → coffee at CyberHub → return.
- Indoor & Easy: Ambience Mall stroll + lunch → return.
- Old Delhi taster (low exertion): Lal Qila outer precinct photo stop → short Chandni Chowk rickshaw ride → Jama Masjid gate view → return. Avoid peak midday; plan drop-offs near gates.
Classic Delhi heritage (gentle full day, 6–8 hours)
- Mehrauli Axis: Qutub Minar → lunch → Lodhi Garden → India Gate drive-by → return.
- Mughal Gardens & Crafts: Humayun’s Tomb → Sunder Nursery cafés/greenhouse stroll → return.
- Temple Architecture: Akshardham (no electronics inside; lockers; closed Mondays) → early dinner → return.
Purani Dilli (Old Delhi) essentials
- Lal Qila (Red Fort): Iconic Mughal fort; book e-ticket time slots when possible.
- Chandni Chowk corridor: Pedestrian-friendly stretch (Red Fort ↔︎ Fatehpuri); brief rickshaw glide is ideal; sweets & heritage eateries.
- Jama Masjid: Dress modestly; prefer brief, seated breaks over long walks.
Rishikesh & surrounds (if you have time)
- Who this suits: Patients/attendants with spare days seeking calm by the Ganges. Best in Oct–Apr.
- Distance/Time: ~235 km / ~6 hours by road from Delhi under good conditions; many choose 1–2 nights for comfort.
- Add-ons: Haridwar (evening aarti), Mussoorie (needs extra nights).
- Tips: Pick river-facing hotels with elevators; plan gentle aarti viewing instead of long walks.
Jungle places
- Sariska Tiger Reserve (Alwar, Rajasthan): Feasible as a long day trip or 1 night. ~185–190 km, ~3–4.5 hours one-way depending on route/traffic. Book safaris on official portals; core zones typically reopen after monsoon (around Oct). Carry hats, ORS; avoid midday heat.
Forts & royal cities — easy by flight
- Jaipur (Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal): Non-stop from Delhi (~45–70 min). Great for 1–2 nights; accessible sightseeing with car support.
- Udaipur (City Palace, Lake Pichola): Non-stop from Delhi (~1 h 25 m). Best as 2–3 nights; lakeside hotels often have elevators and boat piers with handrails.
Where to eat (easy access, varied cuisines)
- Golf Course Road — Two Horizon Center: Comorin (elevator access; modern Indian).
- DLF CyberHub: Promenade with dozens of sit-down restaurants/cafés; easy parking/valet.
- Worldmark Gurugram (Sec-65) & Aerocity Worldmark: Multiple indoor clusters; ramps/elevators.
- Ambience Mall (Gurugram): Food courts + seated dining; lifts/ramps throughout.
- 32nd Avenue (32 Milestone), Sector 15: Curated gourmet courtyard with marquee restaurants; ideal for evening dining with short walks.
- Old Delhi: Prefer seated, air-conditioned eateries just off the main bazaar to avoid long standing.
Accessibility & comfort
- Wheelchair focus: Lodhi Garden (flat), Sunder Nursery (flatter), malls/Worldmarks (lifts), Red Fort/Old Delhi with rickshaw assistance near gates.
- Health tips: ORS, hats/UV umbrellas, N95/FFP2 on poor-air days; 15-min rest every hour; pause/return if fatigued.
Tickets, timings & closures (always check day-of)
- ASI sites (Qutub Minar, Red Fort, Humayun’s Tomb): Daylight hours with e-ticketing options.
- Sunder Nursery: Early-morning to late-evening entry (ticketed).
- Akshardham: Tue–Sun, last entry around 6:30 pm, closed Mondays.
- Sultanpur/Sariska: Wildlife zones close during monsoon; seasonal reopening usually around Oct.
Gentle reminder
These are optional local experiences to enhance your stay. Plans should be timed to treatment cycles and energy levels. AOHC does not charge or earn commissions; bookings are made directly with verified vendors.