Top India Classes & Workshops

Sanganeri block printing, known for its vivid colors, was invented in the Jaipur region 500 years ago. Learn this centuries-old technique in the area it originated from—rather than from books or elsewhere—during this small-group class in Jaipur. Travel independently to the studio, get an overview on block printing, and with step-to-step tuition, use colorful pigments to layer the designs and machine-embroider the borders of two block-printed stoles. Your stoles are then yours to keep—the perfect souvenirs.

Learn about Indian tradition and culture through food during this small-group Indian cooking class in a local home. Learn secrets about how your host’s grandmother traditionally made food, starting from each ingredient and spice. With vegetarian, vegan, and meat options, there’s something for everyone. Sit down with your host and small group to eat your meal after. Leave knowing how to cook up an Indian feast back home.

You can expect an authentic vegetarian South Indian cooking class and meal - cooked using family recipes, local spices and vegetables. Your meal will be served the traditional way on banana leaves. A few dishes that you might cook and eat together are kuzhambu (lentil curry), lemon or ginger or garlic rasam (spiced soup), kootu or avial or olan (vegetables cooked in a coconut gravy) and rice. End your meal with an Indian dessert such as payasam (milk pudding) or sakkara pongal (sweet made with jaggery and lentils) or kesari (South Indian dessert made with semolina) and filter coffee.

Learn to make several South Indian dishes during a 3-hour private cooking lesson in a family home in Chennai. Prepare two to three vegetarian dishes—such as curry, dosas, or idli—and learn about the culinary traditions of South India as you cook and eat your lunch or dinner with your host and her family. Includes cooking lesson and meal with local chef.

South India is famed for its food, but it can be hard to get your culinary fix once your vacation ends. Learn how to prepare Gowdi favorites such as “neruli bajji” (fried onion fritters) and “mamsada saaru” (stewed mutton) during this private, half-day cooking workshop in Bangalore. Learn generations-old recipes you won’t find in any restaurant. Then, sit down to indulge in your freshly prepared meal and conversation with your hostess.

Learning how to cook Indian food is a treat for many travelers, but many classes focus on classic recipes that are easy to find online. This private class in Jaipur instead focuses on traditional Rajasthani dishes, showing you how to cook dishes such as “ker sangri” (a dish of desert beans and berries), “dal baati churma” (lentils with wheat balls), which you can sit down to enjoy at the end of class.

Take a private yoga class at one of the most sacred places on earth. You'll have your own private instructor to walk you through various postures, or asanas, as the sun rises over the Ganges River. Best of all, a yoga mat will be provided so that you won't need to bring your own.

Rajasthan is known for its cuisine. But, while you can eat to your heart’s content while in Jaipur, how can you get your fix once your vacation ends? During this private cooking workshop, learn how to prepare up to five vegetarian Rajasthani dishes from scratch, with hands-on instruction from a local home cook and her mother-in-law. Then, sit down with the family to enjoy a multi-course meal together.

During this cooking class in Mumbai, get a hands-on experience of every step in the food-making process so you can recreate Indian dishes back home. Visit the local outdoor market and get a chance to pick fresh ingredients. Then, head to your instructor’s home to be shown how to prepare up to three Punjabi dishes. The lesson will be followed by a sit-down meal.

Learn the art of traditional Rajasthani miniature painting with this private lesson, led by an art teacher. You'll learn about the techniques necessary to create fine pieces of artwork, generally painted using tiny brushes made from a single hair. At the end of your class, you'll have a creation that you can take home with you as a unique, homemade souvenir.

Delhi is full of sights that are hard to leave off a successful itinerary, but visitors can find it challenging to travel from one part of the bustling city to another. On this Delhi tour, let a driver and guide do the legwork, taking you to explore Old and New Delhi attractions. See some of the city’s most popular historical, religious, and political landmarks, and stop for photos at India Gate. A rickshaw ride is included, and a buffet lunch is available with an upgrade.

Immerse yourself in Indian life and culture on this culinary tour in a local home in Chennai. Learn to prepare several South Indian vegetarian dishes, then sit down with your group and enjoy in the traditional way: on banana leaves. Dishes may include vegetable curry, sambar, rasam, or dosas. You'll learn much more about Indian cooking and culinary culture during this experience than you would by eating in local restaurants.

You can treat yourself to 10 best Activities of India - all at one place! 1. Bollywood Dance 2. Yoga Class 3. History Lesson 4. Henna - only for female Guests 5. Cow Shed Visit 6. About 'OM' Mantra 7. Local Market Visit 8. 108 Insights 9. Painting 10. Saree Draping - only for female Guests All the Activities shall be conducted by the same Host (and his wife) who is living in Delhi for past 16 years. You shall be offered any two Activities of your choice during the Experience. Each Activity shall be of 30-minutes. While booking, you don't have to mention the Activities you're booking for. After you've booked, the Guide shall contact you & you can let the Guide know which two Activities you've booked for. During the Experience, you can meet locals, interact with them freely and see closely how a typical Delhi family lives in their home. After the Experience, you shall receive a special Souvenir from the Host. Book now for a fun and creative Experience like no other!

Keralan cuisine can be tricky to master alone, so make the most of your south India vacation by learning the basics from a local chef. On this small-group lunchtime class in Varkala, you’ll be welcomed into a traditional house and learn to create different flavors, spice combos, and classic dishes, from "sambar"—lentil and vegetable stew—to pineapple chutney. Finish by joining your companions to lunch on your creations served “thali” style—on round platters and banana leaves.

Explore the sights of either Old or New Delhi on a private half-day tour, or combine them both during a full-day tour. Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle and avoid the hassle of hailing taxis or tuk-tuks. Check out the Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, Chandni Chowk, Akshardham Temple, and other highlights. Includes entrance fees and round-trip transfers from your Delhi hotel, airport, or train station.

Learning how to cook authentic Indian cuisine isn't easy, as most dishes require special techniques for getting spices and other ingredients just right. This private cooking class demystifies the Indian kitchen, and includes hands-on instruction so that you can learn how to cook some of your favorite Indian dishes.

Learn the art of block printing and make two of your own hand-made souvenirs with this private workshop. Using a combination of hand-carved wooden stamps and colorful dyes made from natural materials, you’ll print designs on two items of your choice (choose from scarves, aprons, or tote bags). While your creations dry, you’ll join your hosts at a traditional vegetarian lunch, which can be prepared with dietary restrictions in mind.

Learn how to cook traditional South Indian fare with this cooking class. You'll start your experience by choosing what you want to make from around 30 different dishes, with lots of vegetarian options available. After a trip to the nearby Goubert Market to pick up ingredients, your class will begin, with hands-on instruction every step of the way. Once your food is prepared, it's time to eat...and you'll get to do so the traditional way, using banana leaves for plates.

Many people enjoy Indian food but just dining in a restaurant doesn’t teach you how to make it yourself. Learn more during an interactive cooking class. Prepare several dishes under your instructor’s guidance, then sit down to enjoy your well-earned meal. This activity is perfect for foodies and travelers interested in Indian life and culture. The menu can be tailored to suit dietary requirements and preferences.

Agra’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed attractions are must sees, but visiting in a day from Delhi can be stressful alone. Simplify the planning of a private trip with Delhi hotel pickup included. Visit the beautiful Taj Mahal and learn how Shah Jahan built this marble mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz. After, stop at Agra Fort and explore the 16th-century monument with your guide, too. Return to Delhi in time for dinner.

Learn moves you can bust out back home once your vacation ends during this small-group Bollywood-style dance workshop in Jaipur. Don’t be the last one to hit the dance floor at an Indian wedding—learn not only specific routines, but the meaning behind the moves, lyrics, and dance steps. Plus, take home a recording of your dance performance as a special souvenir, and to help you keep practicing.

Indian cuisine is full of regional variety, and during this fun cooking class you’ll learn all about delicious Rajasthani cuisine. Your experienced instructors will take you step-by-step through making vegetable, meat, and bread dishes. You’ll learn new tips and tricks that you can replicate later at home. Foodies will especially love this activity, although you don’t need to be an experienced cook to have a great time.

The Taj Mahal draws visitors from all over the world, and during busy season, wait times in line can last up to three hours. This special, skip-the-line Taj Mahal admission ticket saves you the time waiting in line, and gets you inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site so you can explore it at your own pace. This admission ticket also offers two different pickup options, as well as a guided tour upgrade for ultimate convenience.