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Country
  • India
  • Nepal
  • Bhutan
  • Sri Lanka
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  • Agra
  • Ahmedabad
  • Amritsar
  • Backwaters
  • Bangalore
  • Bhaktapur
  • Bhumtang
  • Chennai
  • Chitwan
  • Colombo
  • Coonoor
  • Coorg
  • Cultural Triangle
  • Delhi
  • Dhulikhel
  • Galle
  • Gangtey
  • Goa
  • Hampi
  • Hyderabad
  • Jaffna
  • Jaipur
  • Jodhpur
  • Kandy
  • Kathmandu
  • Kochi
  • Kolkata
  • Lucknow
  • Madurai
  • Mumbai
  • Munnar
  • Mysore
  • Nagarkot
  • Paro
  • Pokhara
  • Pondichery
  • Punakha
  • Shekhawati
  • Shimla
  • Tanjavur
  • Tea Country
  • Thekkady
  • Thimphu
  • Trongsa
  • Udaipur
  • Varanasi
Themes
  • Culinary Tours
  • Walking Tours
  • Bike Tours
  • Family Tours
  • Food Tours
  • Unique Tours
  • Cultural Tours
  • Photography Tours
  • Art and Architecture
  • History Tours
  • Village Tours

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Choose from our exclusive selection of handpicked experiences and fall in love with the city, one story at a time.

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Culinary Tours
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Walking Tours
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Bike Tours
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Family Tours
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Food Tours
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Unique Tours
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Cultural Tours
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Photography Tours
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Art and Architecture
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Village Tours
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History Tours

Alphonso Cities

  • India
  • Nepal
  • Bhutan
  • Sri Lanka

White Water Rafting

Because of the steep terrain, and access difficult, white water rafting on Bhutan’s wild rivers is not viable, but now one can enjoy a superb range of thrilling experiences on a few rivers that are more tame and conducive for the sport. Through the quieter moments of the ride on the waters, one can feast one’s eyes on the scenic splendour rushing by on the embankments. You can also enjoy some nice photops of the stunning architecture of Punakha Dzong. Rapids can range anything between Grade 2 and Grade 4, allowing rafters of varied skills to enjoy the adventure at their pace. The most popular options are the Mo Chu (female river) and Pho Chu (male river), in Punakha district.

Punakha, Bhutan

Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Dharma Talk with Khenpo Phuntsok Tashi (on Buddhism, Culture and happiness quotient)

An opportunity to have a one-to-one session with Khenpo Phuntshok Tashi, who, with his warm personality brings with him over 17 years’ of experience of teaching both Buddhism and meditation. What makes interactions with him so pleasant and knowledge-giving is his warmth and humour, very typically Bhutanese in character. Little wonder that endears him to his students and guest audiences. Khenpo is a champion of Bhutan’s policy of Gross National Happiness, finding it congruent with Buddha’s Dharma teachings. His work, ‘The Role of Buddhism in Achieving Gross National Happiness’, is considered a landmark, acclaimed work.

Paro, Bhutan

Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Colonial Colombo

There cannot be a better way to explore the colonial architecture and monuments than in the comfort of a classic vintage car. Ride a pristine vintage car to explore the beautiful tropical countryside of Colombo. Your host, who is an expert historian, will bring your trip alive with stories from the colonial past.

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Aerial Whale Watching

Sri Lanka ranks among the best places in the world to see whales. Fly over the southern coastline of Sri Lanka with an experienced pilot to truly enjoy

Galle, Sri Lanka

Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Nepali Food Safari

Culinary experiences in different countries always add something very important to our understanding of the diversity of cuisine landscapes; yet, we can also find common ground between them on many counts.

Kathmandu, Nepal

Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Chepang Hill Trek

The opportunity to explore the beautiful Chitwan region in the Terai is sure to be a very memorable experience. For one it offers some of the most spectacular settings of natural beauty; on the other hand, you get some of the local

Chitwan, Nepal

Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Picturesque Pondichery

Pedalling leisurely through the historic seaside city of Pondicherry can be a pure delight as one explores the nooks and crannies of its historic and spiritual enclaves, its café life and beach offerings.

Pondichery, India

Curated by -BLive e-bike tours
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Lost city of Old Goa - Central Goa

Slipping through the layers of hundreds of years of history in the lost city of Old Goa on this ride will surely leave you craving for more insights into this heritage space on coastal India.

Goa, India

Curated by -BLive e-bike tours
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Artisan's Trail

Agra has long been associated with its artisan heritage. If anything reminds you of the immense wealth of its crafting traditions you just have to look at how the Mughals advantaged on it

Agra, India

Curated by -Agra Beats
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Instagram Delhi

From drooling over the delicious offerings of culinary Delhi to its monumental heritage… from chaotic bazaars to colonial vistas of imperial grace, this instagramme journey will chronicle the city from your lens from many

Delhi, India

Curated by -Indie Hoppers
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Top 10 Alphonso Picks

From a bouquet of carefully curated experiences, here are a few, just for you!

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Farmhouse visit with Bhutanese dinner with a local family

Paro, Bhutan

On Request | 3 hours | Culinary Tours Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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A Village Ride

Galle, Sri Lanka

On Request | 3 hours | Village Tours Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Walk to Chorten Nyingpo

Punakha, Bhutan

On Request | 3 hours | Walking Tours Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Buddhism’s Birthplace

Cultural Triangle, Sri Lanka

On Request | 1.5 hours | History Tours Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Nagarkot Village Tour

Nagarkot, Nepal

On Request | 3 hours | Village Tours Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Beyond The Backwaters

Backwaters, India

INR 5250 per person | 4 hours | Village Tours Curated by -Gully Tours
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Spice Trail

Chennai, India

INR 4800 per person | 3 hours | Culinary Tours Curated by -Storytrails
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Experience the making of Blue Pottery

Jaipur, India

INR 3200 per person | 3 hours | Art and Architecture Curated by - Offbeat Masters
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Death & Rebirth in Banaras Night Walk

Varanasi, India

INR 2000 per person | 3 hours | Unique Tours Curated by -Varanasi Walks
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What is Alphonso Stories?

Handpicked Collection

A collection of 400+ experiences in 48 cities from the Indian Subcontinent, all under one roof.

Experiences for every interest

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Featured Stories

Top things to do in Kochi
Top things to do in Kochi
Top things to do in Kochi

Filled with colonial architecture, Kochi is an amazing city to visit and there are plenty of beautiful things to see and experience. Fulfilling all curiosities here are the top things, you cannot miss when visiting the queen of Arabian sea, Kochi.

Unique ways to experience the best of Agra
Unique ways to experience the best of Agra
Unique ways to experience the best of Agra

Agra’s beauty is not limited to the Taj Mahal. There are other facets of the city that will grasp and keep your attention. And here is how you can explore another side of Agra - one that is rare, unforgettable, and filled with echoes of the ancient times.

Meet some of the people behind our stories

From food lovers to cyclists, archaeologists to artists and artisans, our community of experience curators are as unique as their experiences are.

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Anchal and Aayush Roobaroo Walks

Anchal and Aayush Roobaroo Walks

Anchal and Aayush and their team of young and spirited individuals, who love exploring India, believe that travel isn’t and can’t be just about ticking some destinations off the bucket list. Their unique journeys lead you to discover deep-under-the-surface aspects of a destination.

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Vikram Kalra Journeys with Vikram Kalra

Vikram Kalra Journeys with Vikram Kalra

A creative professional, Vikram Kalra’s interest lies both in drawing and photography. He has been conducting heritage walks for Guests from different countries for the past 15 years. Each of Vikram’s heritage with a heart tours is customised to adapt to one’s personal interests.

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Mallyka Singh Dundlod A Baisa's Adventures

Mallyka Singh Dundlod A Baisa's Adventures

Mallyka has cleverly brought together her two favorite passions to share with guests: the thrill of horse riding and exploring Shekhawati’s fresco towns through her personally led Bonding with Horses Experience and the Village Tour.

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Sabita Radhakrishna Textile Expert

Sabita Radhakrishna Textile Expert

Deeply committed to India’s handloom textiles and crafts, Sabita Radhakrishna is a pioneer in the boutique concept in Chennai and shares her love for them with travellers she hosts.

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Vicky Roy Vicky Roy Photography

Vicky Roy Vicky Roy Photography

Vicky’s journey from being a rag picker to an acclaimed photographer is what legends are made of. Having seen the unseen nooks and corners of India from up close, no one understands the streets of the country like Vicky does. Seeing India through Vicky’s lens is like an experience no other!

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Anubhav Sapra Delhi Food Walks

Anubhav Sapra Delhi Food Walks

Delhi Food Walks is a tribute to the Delhi food culture. Their walks are for the people who want their taste buds to romance with the cuisines Delhi has to offer. If you have an appetite, we are here to satiate it.

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Harshvardhan Tanwar No Footprints

Harshvardhan Tanwar No Footprints

Nurtured with local insights, No Footprints curates’ niche exciting travel experiences for the discerning traveller. Our engaging tours and experiences showcase the history, culture, and the people, that represent Mumbai’s unique place in the world of travel.

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Vinay Parameswarappa Gully Tours

Vinay Parameswarappa Gully Tours

Led by a bunch of passionate locals who through deeply researched experiences introduce you to the unexplored alleyways of India– the people, food, creations, cultures, traditions, and legends that make India truly incredible.

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Vipul Virasat Experiences

Vipul Virasat Experiences

Virasat Experiences delivers immersive, authentic experiences of the unexplored alleyways of Rajasthan while focussing on Responsible & Community- Based Tourism initiatives, with the aim to provide travellers with genuine cultural experiences.

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Himanshu Delhi by Cycle

Himanshu Delhi by Cycle

Why just see Delhi when you can experience it with all your senses! Delhi by Cycle, the first city cycle tour team in India, its daily cycling tours take you not just close to the stories of the city but also connect it on a lot of levels with you.

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Digvijay Offbeat Masters

Digvijay Offbeat Masters

Offbeat Masters has handpicked some of the finest offbeat tours and bespoke travel enticements that are full of visual delights, great storytelling, amazing smells, smiling faces, fine arts, gratifying services and above all a feeling of taking back India to your country.

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Poornima Dasharathi Unhurried

Poornima Dasharathi Unhurried

Unhurried is a heritage and cultural experience-driven company for fulfilling travel experiences, filled with tales, myths and even miracles in Bangalore.

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Rajith Nair The Travelling Gecko

Rajith Nair The Travelling Gecko

At The Traveling Gecko the focus is on lesser-known stories and special interest experiences with slow travel, be it in Kerala or Tamil Nadu.

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Oscar & Jeanette Jeanette Delicacies

Oscar & Jeanette Jeanette Delicacies

Hailing from the Anglo-Indian community in Kerala, Jeanette conducts cookery classes and shares with guests the finer details of traditional Kerala and Anglo-Indian fusion cooking.

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Jonty Detours

Jonty Detours

Detours has been helping travellers uniquely experience the secret Hyderabad; no conventional tourist traps or run of the mill sightseeing here for you for sure!

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Vijay Prabhat Kamalakara Storytrails

Vijay Prabhat Kamalakara Storytrails

Storytrails was born with the idea of experiencing India through her stories; of savouring the local sights and sounds, but through the eyes of a storyteller.

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Pradeep Murthy Muddy Boots

Pradeep Murthy Muddy Boots

Muddy Boots is an inventive travel company offering bespoke experiences, designed around activities such as trekking and cycling.

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Clyde Soul Travelling

Clyde Soul Travelling

Soul Travelling specializes in offbeat experiences that offer a perfect blend of heritage, local culture, and exciting stories of Goa.

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Team BLive BLive e-bike tours

Team BLive BLive e-bike tours

BLive is a travel tech platform that offers immersive experiential tours powered by smart and savvy electric bikes. The e-Bike tours provide an intimate local experience and it’s taken a notch higher by combining it with the simple joy of cycling.

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Fleur Soumer Sita Cultural Center

Fleur Soumer Sita Cultural Center

Sita cultural centre welcomes you in the midst of Pondicherry to discover through various classes and workshops the arts and culture with a specific emphasis on South Indian Arts. Come to discover and have fun!

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Anchal Bhalla Taste Sutra

Anchal Bhalla Taste Sutra

Tastesutra is a hands-on cooking studio offering a unique experience for travellers and expatriates to learn more about India’s food culture.

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Ajay Kapoor Indie Hoppers

Ajay Kapoor Indie Hoppers

IndieHopper offer unique activities and experiences curated by locals enabling travelers to closely feel a city’s local vibe, culture, history, art and food

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Jeremy Jai Varanasi Walks

Jeremy Jai Varanasi Walks

Varanasi Walks is the oldest experience oriented eco-friendly walking tour and boat journey collective in Varanasi. Since 2008 their explorers have given an intimate look at the holy city of Varanasi and are able to show you places in the city that the average tourist could never find.

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