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Rather than tourist hot spots, if you’d like to learn more about local communities and social issues in Delhi, then this guided tour takes you to a local slum area—the Sanjay Colony. Rather than visiting alone, benefit from having a guide to show you around and introduce you to some of the different professions in the area as well as challenges the local community faces.

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.

If you’re short on time in India but still want to see one of its most impressive attractions, this easy day tour from Delhi is for you. Leave Delhi early in the morning to make it to Agra in time to enjoy a full day here. Explore the exquisite Taj Mahal, a monument to love, and learn all about Mughal history. Also visit other must-see attractions in Agra, such as the Agra Fort. You’ll see and do a lot more in a day than you would if traveling independently.

Cooking experience in Bangalore is a half day tour where you will visit a family in their home in Bangalore to learn and experience authentic  Indian style cooking. The lady of the house will explain to you about the cuisine and its unique ingredients. This will be followed by a cooking demonstration session. Guests will be encouraged to participate in the cooking process as well as guided by our cook. This is an all-inclusive trip where we take care of transport,  lunch, and the cooking session.

You’ll pack in the sightseeing in Agra, with visits to major monuments like the Taj Mahal, on this private, skip-the-line day trip from New Delhi. See UNESCO-listed Agra Fort, Mehtab Bagh, and the Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah for an understanding of the Mughal Empire. Travel in the comfort of a climate-controlled vehicle with just your private party, and enjoy the convenience of pickup from hotels, airport, or railway in New Delhi.

Yoga in a heritage hall with a certified Yoga practitioner. Our Trainer is a young lady passionate about Yoga and fitness. Karishma, our trainer is articulate, cheerful and helpful. When she is busy otherwise, we have a retired male yoga teacher Mr. Jhalani who takes the class, he has been teaching Yoga for close to 50 years now!

This full-day tour is the perfect option for travelers with limited time who want to visit the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Baby Taj. Enjoy a hassle-free journey aboard a premium superfast train to Agra, where our expert drivers and bilingual, government-approved guide will greet you at the station for a memorable Mughal heritage tour. Experience the rich history, culture, and stunning architecture of Agra’s top landmarks. After your tour, comfortably board the same train for a seamless return to Delhi. Ideal for those seeking a fast-track Taj Mahal tour, combining convenience with an authentic local experience.

Get to know Mumbai better on a customizable private day tour that includes a range of cultural, historic, and other attractions. Learn more about the people and businesses that make up one of the largest informal settlements in the world, Dharavi, on a walking tour. Get access to this part of the city that’s hard to visit independently. Then, visit other Mumbai highlights, including markets, temples, mosques, and more.

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.

Known to many as ‘one of the largest slums in Asia’, we prefer to think of Dharavi as Mumbai’s beating heart. This experience is operated by Reality Tours & Travel, a responsible travel social enterprise that reinvests a significant portion of its profits into local community development You will see a wide range of business activities: recycling, pottery-making, embroidery, bakery, soap factory, leather tanning, poppadom-making and many more. We’ll also visit the residential areas. You’ll see the community centre run by our NGO Reality Gives that is funded through profits from the tours. We will pick you up from your hotel and head by car to Dharavi. If you are staying in South Mumbai (eg Colaba, Marine Drive) we will pass by various historical areas of interest and we’ll stop at Dhobi Ghat, the largest open air laundry in the world. If you’re staying in North Mumbai such as Bandra or Juhu, then we will go directly to Dharavi.

Visit the magnificent Taj mahal in style on this luxury day trip from delhi,which includes a stopover at multi cuisine restaurant for lunch .Skip the hassles of train ticket ,travel to Agra by private air-conditioned car ,arriving at the mughal landmark for a private tour of India's most cherished monument.

Experience a different side to Delhi—one that most tourists never glimpse—on this small-group tour, which focuses on the city’s charitable side. Pay a visit to Salaam Baalak Trust, an NGO working to support street children. Take a guided walk through Paharganj, led by a local teenager who was once unhoused. Top it off with a visit to a Sikh shrine and volunteering to serve (then eat) free lunch.

This incredible tour showcases the best of Kerala and creates the perfect opportunity to enjoy rural South Indian life. Enjoy a rival cruise along the Alleppey backwaters in a traditional house boat. Savor the flavors of local Kerala cuisine cooked on board and tour Fort Cochin, see the famous Chinese fishing nets, check out St Francis Church and tour Dhobi Khana.

Discover Alleppey's tropical backwaters by boat on this immersive full-day guided tour by private boat, departing from Kochi. Settle into your private 'kettuvallam,' a traditional Indian houseboat typical to the state of Kerala. Your friendly local guide will take you through local villages, where locals fish and farm rice and other foods as they have for centuries. Learn about rural life and meet locals as you admire this enchanting region, and enjoy a traditional lunch.

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.

Highlights • Explore Delhi’s top textile & handicraft hubs • Visit artisan workshops & live weaving/embroidery demos • Discover premium fabrics, block prints & décor • Meet skilled artisans & learn traditional techniques • Private pickup + customizable experience Discover Delhi’s rich textile and handicraft heritage on a private tour featuring artisan workshops, weaving demos, Zardozi embroidery, and traditional block printing. Explore vibrant markets and boutique studios known for premium fabrics, pashminas, silk, cotton, carpets, and handcrafted décor Meet master artisans, watch live craft demonstrations, and learn how age-old techniques are preserved today Your expert guide helps you compare quality, find authentic pieces, and enjoy a smooth, pressure-free shopping experience. With private pickup, flexible timing, and customizable stops, this immersive tour is ideal for designers, shoppers, and travelers who appreciate authentic craftsmanship and Delhi’s vibrant creative culture

Avoid traffic on the road between Delhi and Agra, and travel quickly aboard the luxury Gatimaan Express train instead. There’s no need to worry about getting to and from the station, as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. See the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in a day with breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided for your convenience.

Enjoy a flexible itinerary and personalized attention on this private day trip to Agra. Depart Delhi in a comfortable car for just you and your party; no stopping to pick up other travelers means you'll reach Agra in record time. Enjoy a private tour that allows you to move at your own pace, covering the highlights such as the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Itmad-ud-Daulah while listening to in-depth commentary.

Dharavi Tour is the 2 Hours Guided (Walking) Tour with the local Dharavi guide. We will visit commercial and residence area of Dharavi. Will also provide refreshment between the tour, so you dont feel tired and dehydrated. Never miss the Bollywood 3 Hours Tour when you visit Mumbai. Bollywood is one of the world’s largest film industries, famous for its Technicolor, show-stopping dance and its history. Bollywood studio tour begins with convenient hotel pickup by an air-conditioned vehicle destined for a Bollywood studio. Arrive at Bollywood Museum where you will get a glimpse of famous Bollywood actor’s posters and photographs and then you will be escorted to an air-conditioned Dance Hall with decorated stage and music system in Bollywood style and also you will watch technicians at work and even peek into the actor’s makeup rooms. Later after Bollywood Studio Tour we will take you to Bollywood Star House of in Juhu & Bandra.

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.

If you’ve ticked off the sights and are eager for more in-depth cultural experience, then this family-friendly workshop has you covered. Perfect for both kids and adults, this hands-on lesson teaches the time-honored Indian tradition of Mehendi, decorative designs drawn on hands and feet. Learn the history of the ancient art form as you make your own natural paste then practice tracing lines, building up to elaborate patterns.

Dive into the heart of Old Delhi on this 3-hour tour of the capital’s historic center. Hop on a rickshaw for a thrilling ride around the maze-like streets and alleys, and marvel over landmarks like the mighty Red Fort and Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque. Stroll through the colorful Khari Baoli spice market; take a peek inside a Sikh temple and a communal kitchen; and stop for tea in the bustling Kinari Bazaar. This is a shared group tour with a maximum of 15 participants.

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.

Explore Jaisalmer with your own local guide on a private half-day tour of this top Rajasthan destination. Visit the Jaisalmer Fort and Jain temple complex, the palace museum, bustling bazaars, famous havelis and the Tazia tower.