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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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Social Impact Tours
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Accessible Tours
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Craft and Textile Tours
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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

Alphonso Cities

  • India
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  • Sri Lanka

A Table to Farm Culinary Experience

Mharokhet brings an exciting change to the dining experience by taking the table to the farm. This experiential farm, located on the outskirts of Jodhpur, produces over 80 varieties of nutritious crops – a gamut of exotic and native herbs, fruits, vegetables – grown naturally without any chemicals.

Jodhpur, India

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Baithak in the Hills

You will uncover the rich and illuminating story of indigenous traditions of music and its related practices. Join the locals in celebrating the lives and cultures of these beautiful Eastern Himalayan villages from the Darjeeling Hills. The tour takes you away from the well-trodden tourist trails in the Darjeeling hills to relish local culture and music.

Darjeeling, India

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Holi Celebration with a local family

Savour the amazing bonhomie of Delhi’s festival of colours and camaraderie. The festival of Holi is a brilliant way to de-stress and embrace your fellowmen with joy and laughter.

Delhi, India

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Wheelways to the Imperial Cities of Agra and Fatehpur Sikri

Don’t let your being a traveller in a wheelchair rob you of the most thrilling travel experiences in the historic cities of Agra and Fatehpur Sikri, the ancient bastions of the legendary Mughals. The world of travel has changed so much that being disabled is no longer an obstacle for the adventurous travel buff.

Agra, India

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A Block Printing Workshop in Jaipur

Jaipur city is a shopper delight and holding centre stage in its many markets is the tradition of beautiful hand block textiles, a craft that is centuries old, but ever fresh for its appeal.

Jaipur, India

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One Day Craft and Textile Trail in Srinagar

Saffron fields, apple orchards, silk carpets woven around prayers… The images summoned up by one’s imagination of Kashmir are exotic, beautiful, and mind-boggling to say the least. The land is steeped in the history and heritage of its engagements with the ancient Greeks, Mughals, Buddhists, Hindus, and the British. Shaped by these great influences, the Kashmir Valley today is a melting pot of cultures and traditions.

Srinagar, India

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Belur & Halebidu - A Story Set in Stone - Day Tour

The world famous Belur and Halebidu are best known for the temples with highly intricate carvings. The temples have huge courtyards, lovely intricate carvings with many colourful stories that are locally known about the making of these temples.

Bangalore, India

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Living The Good Life: Varanasi (South)

As the world’s oldest inhabited city, Varanasi is an alluring experience for its organic lifestyle, fantastic food, phenomenal learning and knowledge, music and dance traditions, inspirational handicrafts that are a commercial success–and its celebration of life, and even death! Surrender to the moment–from the sublime to the messy–for there too lies its great charm.

Varanasi, India

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A Bengali Meal with a Storyteller

For the last 20 years, this space has been hosting exclusive home dining experiences. What started out as the fun of hosting a few friends of a friend for an authentic Bengali meal, quickly transformed into a memorable bespoke service. The menu at this home essentially captures Kolkata — From the favourite panteras to the vindaloo and the mulligatawny — the spread is delicious, and the ambience nostalgic. Don’t miss the vintage plates and gorgeous cutlery!

Kolkata, India

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A Picnic Basket Lunch in Leh

One of the most thrilling ways to do a deep dive into this stunning landscape of Ladakh is to have picnic in its great outdoors. Tuck into a whole lot of yummy goodies packed into this beautifully curated wicker picnic basket, accompanied by crockery and cutlery.

Leh Ladakh, India

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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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Bonding with Horses

Shekhawati, India

On Request | 4 hours | Unique Tours Curated by -A Baisa's Adventures
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Go for Gastronomy

Darjeeling, India

On Request | 3 Hours | Food Tours Curated by -Darjeeling Walks
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Food and Frescoes: Heritage Shekhawati

Shekhawati, India

On Request | 3 Hours | Social Impact Tours Curated by -A Baisa's Adventures
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Textile Trail in the Holy City of Varanasi

Varanasi, India

On request | 7 hours | Craft and Textile Tours Curated by -Breakaway
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The South Indian Cultural Trail- Half Day Tour

Bangalore, India

On Request | 5 Hours | Cultural Tours Curated by - Unhurried
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Varanasi By Night–Walk The Talk With The Road Less Travelled

Varanasi, India

On Request | 3 Hours | Walking Tours Curated by -Roobaroo Walks
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Yoga session with an Instructor

Varanasi, India

On Request | 2 Hours | Unique Tours Curated by -Roobaroo Walks
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Varanasi Ways- The Sunset Ganga Boat Tour

Varanasi, India

On Request | 2.5 Hours | Unique Tours Curated by -Roobaroo Walks
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A Zero-waste Approach to Bengali Food with a Home Chef

Kolkata, India

On Request | 5 Hours | Culinary Tours Curated by -Breakaway
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A Chettinad Meal in Chennai

Chennai, India

On Request | 5 Hours | Culinary Tours Curated by -Breakaway
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Things to do in Varanasi if you are a first-timer
Things to do in Varanasi if you are a first-timer
Things to do in Varanasi if you are a first-timer

A feast for the eyes! Varanasi is a treasure trove of exciting sights that leave a lasting impact on every visitor. While there are plenty of things to do in Varanasi, we've narrowed the list down to our top 6 favourites.

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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Alphonso Stories A Baisa's Adventures

Alphonso Stories 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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Rajnush MharoKhet

Rajnush MharoKhet

From immersive walking tours in the farm to artfully presented, multi-course, plant-forward culinary dining, Team Mharokhet has curated a thrilling bouquet of rural experiences.

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Anirban Darjeeling Walks

Anirban Darjeeling Walks

Anirban is soul-searching his passion for travelling and discovering the unseen from the mainstream. He is followed by a passionate and ardent team of explorers who ensure your explorations of the trails in and around Darjeeling are both unique and richly experiential.

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Ravinder Singh ATRI Abled Traveller

Ravinder Singh ATRI Abled Traveller

Abled Traveller curates joyful accessible tours for seniors, wheelchair travellers as well as travellers with different physical challenges. The aim is to showcase the richness of Indian culture through its historical monuments, amazing range of culinary heritage and architectural delights.

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Shilpa Sharma Breakaway

Shilpa Sharma Breakaway

Shilpa’s over two decades of pursuits in the textile, craft and lifestyle retail space and personal networks add a fresh dimension to each carefully curated tour from the Breakaway stable. These slow travel trips around India allow for rich engagements with India’s crafting communities.

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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 Traveling Gecko

Rajith Nair The Traveling 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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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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