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A different side of the city

A different side of the city

Take an early morning walk around Lodhi Gardens and then explore one of the most expensive retail streets on earth!

Ajrak Block Printing

Ajrak Block Printing

Learn about the traditional art of Ajrak block printing, practised in this region of India.

An Alternative View

An Alternative View

An alternative view of Fort Cochin and Mattencherry in an auto-rickshaw; hidden lanes, alleyways and a forgotten synagogue.

A tale of Three Taj Mahals

A tale of Three Taj Mahals

Explore all three Taj Mahals in Agra, finishing with the most iconic of all for sunset

Bhopal Heritage Walk

Bhopal Heritage Walk

Discover Bhopal with our signature heritage walk as part of your tailor-made holiday.

Block Printers of Sanganer

Block Printers of Sanganer

Explore and get involved in the traditional craft of block printing done the traditional way in Sanganer.

Commute Like A Mumbaikar

Commute Like A Mumbaikar

Explore Mumbai with your local guide and discover what it is like to be a commuter in one of the most exciting cities in the world.

Craft & Heritage Walk in the Old City

Craft & Heritage Walk in the Old City

Our exclusive and privately guided walking tour: explore the fascinating Old Quarter, where you will find most of the city's master tradespeople.

Cruising the Backwaters

Cruising the Backwaters

Cruise the backwaters of Alleppey for 2 nights, getting to know life on the waters and its natural beauty.

Evening Puja Ceremony At Char Dham

Evening Puja Ceremony At Char Dham

Visit the Char Dham Temple in the evening for a unique experience at an atmospheric puja ceremony.

Kala Ghoda Art Walk

Kala Ghoda Art Walk

Walk through Mumbai’s British Heritage District, as you're introduced to the vibrant world of contemporary Indian painting and sculpture.

Lunch with Bedla's

Lunch with Bedla's

Culinary delights and and being entertained by legendary hereditary Udaipur hosts: the Bedla family. What's not to like?

Miniature Painting

Miniature Painting

Enjoy a special session with miniature painting artists. Enjoy learning about this very unique craft in their own workshops.

Monasteries And Local Arts of Gangtok

Monasteries And Local Arts of Gangtok

Explore Gangtok as you visit a working monastery, discover local arts and enjoy traditional Sikkimese food.

Plantation and Toddy Experience

Plantation and Toddy Experience

Learn about the toddy production process and sample a few local dishes at a coconut plantation.

Rajasthani Folk Dance Performance

Rajasthani Folk Dance Performance

We're generally sceptical of 'folk art' performances - but this one is an absolute cracker and not a minute too long!

Ramathra by Jeep and Boat

Ramathra by Jeep and Boat

Disscover the beautiful countryside around Ramathra fort, on this fantastic day trip, by jeep and boat

Salaam Baalak Trust Walk

Salaam Baalak Trust Walk

A fantastic walking tour through the narrow streets of Paharganj, this walk is guided by ex-street kids and is a hugely uplifting experience.

Temples, Ghats & Wildlife

Temples, Ghats & Wildlife

Explore local temples, ghats and plains of the Chambal Valley for a variety of bird species from your beautiful base, Chambal Safari Lodge.

Thar Desert Expedition

Thar Desert Expedition

Explore the Thar Desert by jeep, with its fascinating array of communities, animals and much more.

The Monkey Train

The Monkey Train

Ride the so-called ‘Monkey Train’, a single gauge train which winds through incredibly scenery in the Kamlighat region.

Toy Train Darjeeling to Ghoom

Toy Train Darjeeling to Ghoom

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, nicknamed the "Toy Train", is narrow gauge railway from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling.

Traditional Arts & Crafts

Traditional Arts & Crafts

Explore a variety of villages around Bhuj to experience first-hand the cultural identity and history of the region.

Tuk Tuk Tour of Fort Cochin

Tuk Tuk Tour of Fort Cochin

Take an alternative view of Fort Cochin by Tuk-Tuk and explore rarely visited Ernakulam.

Turban-Tying, Kite Flying and Dinner

Turban-Tying, Kite Flying and Dinner

Join your noble host for this brilliant experience: turban-Tying followed by competitive kite flying from the rooftops of Jaipur!

Varanasi Walking tour

Varanasi Walking tour

Step into 'real' Varanasi with this walking tour around the markets and alleyways.

Walking tour

Walking tour

Experience a full day guided tour of Chettinad with it's culture and cuisine.


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