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  • India
  • Nepal
  • Bhutan
  • Sri Lanka
City
  • 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

Bonding with Horses

To share your passion with like-minded people offers infinite ways of enjoying what you love to do. And for Mallyka Singh Dundlod, of A Baisa's Adventures, it is all about creating exciting new narratives for the love of horses. Dundlod town, established in 1750 by Keshri Singh, has long been associated with its excellent stables.

Shekhawati, India

Curated by -A Baisa's Adventures
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Sham - e – Mumbai

Take an odyssey down memory lane as you re-discover the heady days of Mumbai of the Raj era. Steeped in nostalgia are the age-old iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. What could be more fun than hopping into a vintage 40’s motorcar to explore the ‘Capital of Commerce’ and its colonial days?

Mumbai, India

Curated by -Rudra Experiences
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Varanasi Street Food Walk

There’s a deep belief that Lord Shiva, as the ascetic, has truly inspired the culinary deliberations of this holy city, legend to be his earthly home. So Varanasi, the Kashi of yesteryears, marked by its predominance of staunch vegetarian Hindus like the Brahmins, Pandits and Thakurs – known for their absorption with Satvik food

Varanasi, India

Curated by -Roobaroo Walks
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The lighting of the Butter Lamps

Participating exclusively in the prayer rituals of a monastery can be a very memorable experience. Interacting with the monks, joining them in the lighting of the butter lamps and later having a meal in the monastery itself holds the promise of being a very rare spiritual treat for the body and mind.

Gangtey, Bhutan

Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Significance of Trongsa in Bhutanese Culture (Birth Place of the Kings)

For centuries Trongsa served as the seat of the Wangchuck dynasty of penlops (governours) who effectively ruled over a vast swathe of Eastern and Central Bhutan, and from 1907 have been Kings of Bhutan. This tour offers an opportunity to explore the historic significance of its location in controlling the kingdom in earlier years. It houses the government headquarters and is renowned for its stunning location.

Trongsa, 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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Street Art Gallery

New age travellers listen up. There is a whole new side to Kathmandu that awaits discovery. And much has been happening in this Himalayan city which has witnessed the devastation wrought on Nepal with the great earthquake in 2015.

Kathmandu, Nepal

Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Kathmandu Photography Tour

Kathmandu is full of life and colour to click the camera and capture the moment. During your walking tour, you will be accompanied by a professional photographer who will coach you along the way with plenty of practical information and useful tips for the perfect photops.

Kathmandu, Nepal

Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Farm Visit with Lunch

This will prove to be a very memorable experience of authentic Syrian Christian Culinary Experience, a farm visit and interaction with a local family. You will also have a wonderful introduction to the marvels of an island on Vembanad Lake, a critical feature of Kerala’s famous backwaters.

Backwaters, India

Curated by -Philipkutty's Farm
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The Coffee Trail

Coorg, popularly known as a coffee country for the abundance of coffee that is grown in this region, with the rich soil and ideal climatic conditions, produces some of the best coffee in India. Coffee was first introduced in India in the Chikmagalur hills by a visiting Sufi saint from Yemen, from across the Arabian Sea.

Coorg, India

Curated by -Gully Tours
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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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Visit a Nunnery (Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang)

Punakha, Bhutan

On Request | 3 hours | Family Tours Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Ara Making (Local Alcohol)

Thimphu, Bhutan

On Request | 3 hours | Unique Tours Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Art and Philosophy

Kandy, Sri Lanka

On Request | 2 hours | Art and Architecture Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Paddies & Plantations

Galle, Sri Lanka

On Request | 2 hours | Bike Tours Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Stone Carving with Jaya

Kathmandu, Nepal

On Request | 4 hours | Art and Architecture Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Live Like a Farmer

Kathmandu, Nepal

On Request | 3 hours | Village Tours Curated by -Alphonso Partners
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Creole Cooking Class

Pondichery, India

INR 1500 per person | 3.5 hours | Culinary Tours Curated by -Sita Cultural Center
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Escape to Divar Island - Central Goa

Goa, India

INR 2500 per person | 3.5 hours | Bike Tours Curated by -BLive e-bike tours
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Jodhpur Photography Tour

Jodhpur, India

INR 2000 per person | 3 hours | Photography Tours Curated by -Jodhpur Heritage Walks
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Subah E Banaras

Varanasi, India

INR 2000 per person | 3 hours | Family Tours Curated by -Varanasi Walks
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A collection of 400+ experiences in 48 cities from the Indian Subcontinent, all under one roof.

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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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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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