Top India Unique Experiences

See Jaipur's highlights on a private full-day tuk-tuk tour with airport pickup included. Cover more ground than you could on a walking tour, while getting a close-up view of the city from an open-sided tuk-tuk, a popular means of transportation among locals. Visit top attractions including Amber Fort, the City Palace, and Jantar Mantar observatory without the hassle of negotiating with drivers or finding taxis.

Start your morning in Jaipur on a tranquil rooftop near Amer Rd as you enjoy a private yoga session with a respected local instructor—a cultural experience impossible to recreate on your own. Guru Ashok Sharma will lead various asanas (poses) and pranayama (breathing exercises) that are appropriate for any skill level. After class, enjoy tea and cookies with Mr. Sharma in the peaceful open air before being driven back to your accommodations.

See a different side of Mumbai on this walking tour of the Dharavi slum area. Visit the community center and tour the textiles, recycling, and leather tanning businesses run by the local residents. Proceeds from your tour go back into the local community to support a variety of projects on education, health, and livelihood.

Exploring a residential community such as Sanjay Colony without local connections can feel confusing or intrusive—and it can be easy to miss the deeper stories behind everyday life. This small-group walking tour is led by a locally connected guide who introduces you to the neighborhood in a respectful, responsible way, offering insight into the people, businesses, and institutions that shape the community. Walk through the area to see family homes, small enterprises, temples, and a local school, while learning about daily life, challenges, and achievements—all from an informed local perspective.

Discover a different side of Mumbai with this private guided tour of the massive Dharavi Slum, one of the largest in Asia. After pickup from your hotel, airport, or port, travel to the slum by private vehicle and follow your guide to explore the narrow laws, small businesses and industries of Dharavi, including recycling, and learn about the daily lives of the residents.

There’s so much to see and do in Delhi but navigating your way around the enormous city can cut into your sightseeing time. Simplify your tour with a private tour by air-conditioned car. Check out highlights such as Old Delhi’s Chandni Chowk and Jama Masjid, New Delhi’s India Gate and Lotus Temple, or cover all bases and combine both regions of the capital for a comprehensive day out.

Explore India’s spiritual capital of Varanasi and learn about Hinduism on a private tour. Take a boat along the Ganges River and learn about why it's so sacred to Hindus. Visit the holy site of Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon, followed by a guided walk of Varanasi’s old streets and alleys. Watch the sacred ritual of Aarti from the ghat or the water to conclude your tour.

Mumbai is known for its film industry but travelers often don’t know how to experience this first-hand. Get an in-depth look at Bollywood on this private half-day tour. Your actor-guide leads you to a working studio, where you watch a live dance show, explore the Bollywood museum, and possibly see filming in action. The tour includes a private vehicle, entrance fees, and hotel transfers for a seamless experience.

Visit the Dharavi slum area, made famous by the film Slumdog Millionaire, with this tour, designed to give travelers a real insight into life in the neighborhood and lift stereotypes. You'll visit schools, see where people live, work, and play, and get the chance to interact with residents with a professional guide to lead the way.

Discover the famous Alappuzha waterways during this private day trip from Fort Kochi. Experience the beauty and tranquillity of one of Kerala's most-prized destinations as you float along the network of waterways aboard a traditional houseboat. Enjoy an up-close look at rural life and sample Kerala cuisine during this memorable day on the water.

On this private, full-day houseboat tour, you’ll glide past lush paddy fields and peaceful villages through picturesque lagoons and canals in Alleppey's backwaters. Get an up-close view of Kerala’s countryside, away from the roads. Some houseboat cruises require an overnight commitment but you’ll see a lot on this day tour. Tours include door-to-door vehicle transfers from Kochi airport, port, or your hotel, plus a multi-dish lunch and welcome drinks.

Visit Delhi's largest slum area on this small-group walking tour with a local English-speaking guide, gaining access to an area that most travelers skip. Learn about community projects while traveling by tuk-tuk and on foot through Chara Mandi, Zakhira, one of Asia's largest informal settlements. Tours are designed to be inclusive, never intrusive, and you get the chance to ask your guide questions. Stay refreshed with complimentary coffee or tea.

Discover the vibrant life of Mumbai with a local guide on this unique train tour. Begin your journey with a ride to Dhobi Ghat, the world's largest open-air laundry, where you'll witness the bustling scene of hundreds of clothes being washed and dried. Next, immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of the colorful flower market before venturing into Dharavi Slum, a thriving community known for its entrepreneurial spirit. Explore narrow lanes filled with small businesses, schools, and industries, and learn about the rich culture and unity among its residents. - Experience a guided train ride to see Dhobi Ghat and its impressive operations. - Explore the vibrant flower market, filled with colors and scents. - Visit Dharavi Slum and discover its entrepreneurial spirit and community pride. - Benefit from insights provided by passionate local guides who have lived in the area for generations.

See the highlights of Agra quickly and easily with this all-inclusive tour, which includes everything you need for a smooth visit, including entry tickets. You'll head to Agra in the morning aboard the Gatimaan Express, the fastest train to the city. Once in Agra, your guide will show you around top attractions, including the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, and Mehtab Bagh.

With its palm-fringed waterways, Alleppey—Venice of the East—is one of South India’s most scenic spots. But the most stunning locations are only accessible to boats. During this exclusive backwater tour, you’ll hop a traditional Shikara, or Indian canoe, to cruise past coconut palms, picturesque villages, and lush rice paddies. Get a peek at rural life in Kerala while you relax and glide down Alleppey’s iconic canals.

Same Day Taj Mahal Tour from Gurgaon/Delhi is a special tour, designed for travellers who don’t have much time on their hands. The remarkable thing about this tour is that you can cover all the major attractions of Agra City in just one day. Private Air-Conditioned Car for Round Trip from Gurgaon. Professional & Local Guide to make your experience memorable. Hotel Pickup & Drop will be provided in Gurgaon/Delhi/N.C.R. Skip The Line Tickets

Learn more about life in Bengaluru on this fascinating guided walk through the Ejipura slum area. Behind the facades you will discover inspiring enterprise and perseverance. Stop at local businesses that have flourished in the area, despite apparent setbacks, and drop in on a local school. Your guide is intimately familiar with Ejipura and proceeds from the tour are returned to the community.

Get to know the nightlife in Pune on this evening pub crawl. With a guide in the lead, you and a group of fellow adventurers will visit three local bars. You’ll be welcomed with a drink at each stop; bars visited include some hidden gems that you might not find if you were exploring on your own. Leave the tour with some new knowledge about Bangalore’s food and drink scene.

Learn about Indian tea and enjoy multiple tastings at Sancha Tea Boutique. Taste black tea from the Darjeeling, Assam, and Sikkim regions, three different seasons (spring, summer, and fall) of Darjeeling tea, and Masala Chai. Learn the history of India tea. Afterwards, browse the store, which offers more than 100 types of Indian tea, including black, green, white and Oolong.

Get ready to taste the authentic best food of Agra and feast your taste buds. Agra is known for its ancient food culture, which is still alive and a visit to Agra is incomplete without trying this finger licious food. To make the experience unique, all the places on this food walk are assessed for quality by TripAdvisor Tour and we try to offer the best local food in town.

Accompany a local guide through one of Delhi’s slum areas during this small-group guided tour through Sangam Colony. Share in exchanges with residents and listen to stories of survival during an optional tea break with a local family. Learn about ongoing projects during a visit to the educational and vocational training center of Pandav Nagar. Eighty percent of proceeds benefit a local non-profit organization.

No visit to India is complete without ticking off the Taj Mahal, but getting to the landmark from New Delhi can often be a difficult task. Skip the stress of public transport and travel to both the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in air-conditioned comfort on a day trip, a hassle-free choice for visitors with limited time. As well as convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, this tour includes good English speaking guide, lunch at a 5-star hotel in Agra & Monument entry fees.

Pottery is an age-old Rajhastani craft and many visitors are keen to learn the skills behind it while in Jaipur. Prebook for this small-group wheel pottery workshop to secure your place and save time in the city. Sit at an electrically operated wheel, learn to throw, center, raise, and dry a pot; and keep it as a souvenir. A choice of time slots gives you valuable flexibility.