Join Salaam Balaak Trust for a fascinating private guided walk through the laneways around New Delhi rail station Led by former street children, listen as they share their personal stories of strugle and survival. Finish the walk with a visit to the shelter established by the NGO to help provide a safe environment and education for the children
As dawn breaks, Delhi sheds its restless energy, revealing a serene, timeless atmosphere rarely seen during the day. Before the capital awakens to its daily rush, a walk through its historic lanes offers an authentic look at the routines, traditions, and heritage that sustain the city.
A morning heritage tour invites you to witness Delhi in its quietest hours. Passing through ancient neighborhoods, historic bazaars, and peaceful architectural landmarks, you can observe the city's gentle awakening—from early-morning devotees visiting sacred shrines to street vendors setting up their stalls for the day ahead.
Along the path, participants experience the quiet charm of traditional breakfast flavors, local folklore, and enduring cultural rituals. Free from heavy traffic and bustling crowds, the journey highlights how centuries-old customs seamlessly coexist with the pulse of modern life.
Ideal for early risers, culture enthusiasts, and photography lovers, a morning city walk provides a fresh, intimate perspective on Delhi—capturing the heart of the capital in the soft light of a new day.
Old Delhi has a rich tapestry of diverse cultures amd mouth - watering cuisines that will leave you licking your fingertips. From delicious halwa,creamy bhallas to other treats that are fresh off the tawa,hop on to our rickshaw and explore Delhi's food mecca on board on our specially curated culinary trails that run all days. Redefine your Old Delhi gastronomic experience and explore some of Old Delhi's best kept secrets like no one else can ,through its food
An Old Delhi gully tour opens a vivid portal into centuries of living history, vibrant trade, and neighborhood traditions. Far beyond the perimeter of famous monuments, the true spirit of the capital thrives within these narrow streets, where past and present come together.
This guided walking experience leads visitors through busy local markets, secret courtyards, and centuries-old homes. Along the way, you can see traditional craftspeople at work, meet local shopkeepers, and learn about the close-knit communities that have lived here for generations.
Food is a major highlight of the journey. The walk stops at famous local eateries where you can taste popular street snacks, savory bites, and traditional sweets made using recipes passed down through families.
From bustling spice markets to peaceful corners, every street tells a story. Perfect for anyone looking for an authentic cultural experience, this walking tour lets you soak in the energy, flavors, and real character of Old Delhi.
When twilight falls, exploring a city’s vibrant food lanes offers an intimate window into its soul, history, and everyday culture. As daytime heat fades into the evening cool, neighborhood markets come alive with sizzles, rich aromas, and the welcoming glow of street vendors and time-honored eateries.
A guided food tour through these atmospheric streets is more than just a meal-it is a journey through local heritage. Stepping through historic alleys and bustling markets, guests sample a curated selection of regional specialties, authentic street snacks, traditional sweets, and refreshing local beverages. Each stop reveals the heritage behind every dish, from generational family recipes and traditional cooking methods to the unique spices that define the community's signature palate.
Beyond the plate, this experience bridges food and culture. It connects visitors directly with local cooks and shopkeepers who preserve these time-tested traditions, offering real insight into how history and daily life intersect through shared meals.
Whether you are a seasoned traveler or a curious local, an evening food walk offers an unforgettable way to savor genuine local flavors, soak in the nightlife, and experience the heart of a city after dark.
Tucked away in the winding lanes of Old Delhi, Master Ji Kee Haveli stands as a living tribute to the region’s rich architectural heritage and warm hospitality. Stepping inside this restored ancestral home offers a rare escape from the surrounding city rush into the authentic rhythm of traditional Delhi life.
A tour of the haveli takes guests through classic inner courtyards, period design details, and carefully preserved living spaces. Beyond the structure itself, the experience brings history to life through stories of the generations, families, and community networks that shaped Old Delhi's unique cultural tapestry.
Guests are welcomed with genuine local warmth, enjoying classic culinary tastes and traditional customs in an intimate, domestic setting. Rather than viewing history through glass, visitors experience the living atmosphere, architecture, and enduring charm of an authentic Old Delhi home.
Perfect for heritage enthusiasts and curious travelers, a visit to Master Ji Kee Haveli offers a meaningful connection to the human stories and living traditions that define the historic capital.
Join an intriguing private Mughal Heritage walk through the farming community of Kachhpura, led by USAID trained guides. Learn about the significance of the little community during the time of the Mughals and discover how your walk helps the community implement its social commitments. The walk ends at the peaceful Mehtab Bagh (Moonlight Garden)
Our experience begins at around 4:00 - 4:30 PM. We start with the stories of the ancient city and how it is different and special. As we enter the Old City, navigating through the vibrant Indigenous art and craft lanes, we meet local artisans and small businesses keeping age-old crafts alive in these inner lanes. Guests interact, explore and understand the process from the Sclpure makers, Manihara (laker bangle makers), to make it a purely non-commercial experience, it is a no-shopping tour, we do hands-on a Block printing workshop and lacquer bangle making, absorbing the rich cultural heritage of these artisans. Everything is included in the tour price.
Jaipur looks delightful in daylight and becomes sparkling and ravishing as the sun gracefully sets over the Pink City. The pink-tinted walls, monuments and corridors become more illuminating and give us a blissful scenery of the Walled City of Jaipur. Our tour includes a leisurely “Electric Rickshaw ride, helps us explore more in a limited time.
Jaipur Trip is incomplete if guests haven't tried the iconic food joints of Old city, our Tour is a perfect Jaipur's culinary delights as well.
We finish our tour between 7:30 PM at the illustrious Albert Hall Museum.
Our carefully curated Jaipur By Night experience delves into the soul of the old city, unveiling its unique lifestyle, crafts, markets, and culinary treasures.
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This bicycle tour is designed to give you a traditional perspective of how the morning time develops in the beautiful historical walled city of Jaipur.
The tour is of 3 hrs starts early morning at 6:00 AM and end by 9:00 AM, we cover 9+ kms within the old city, trying some of the famous food joints of Jaipur, passing by some of the narrow lanes which is an interesting way to rediscover the ancient culture and architecture of Jaipur on a bike, visiting some of the most photogenic early morning flower and vegetable market of old city.
The Idea is not to cover any monument but to see the city waking up and for that reason, we start the tour early in the morning with the Sunrise, and participate in multiple public activities, laughing yoga, and worship ceremony at Govind Dev Ji temple is always a highlight.
Tour Start time varies as per the sunrise and our tour experience very much depends on the time it starts, we request all our guest to adhere to tour timings.
Our explorers are passionate storytellers who come from diverse professional backgrounds—architecture, law, journalism, and the arts—bringing unique insights and perspectives to every tour, making guest's experience engaging, informative, and unforgettable.
Tour Information
| CATEGORY: | Easy/ Leisure |
| DISTANCE: | 9+ Kilometers |
| START TIME: | 6:00 am |
| DURATION: | 3 Hours |
| START POINT: | Opposite The Beacon Wall Street Hotel M.I. Road, we have a big space with neat and clean restrooms. |
If food is one of your favorite ways to discover a city, The Veg & No Veg is an experience worth adding to your Jaipur itinerary. This food experience takes you closer to the city’s local flavors, with a mix of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes that reflect the variety of Jaipur’s food culture.
Instead of sticking to the usual tourist restaurants, the experience gives you a chance to explore local food spots and discover what people actually enjoy eating. You can taste traditional preparations, popular local favorites, and flavors that tell you a little more about the city and its culinary traditions.
Along the way, you’ll get to know more about the ingredients, cooking methods, and food habits that have been part of Jaipur’s kitchens for generations. There is also plenty of room to simply enjoy the food, discover new flavors, and share the experience with fellow travelers.
Whether you are a vegetarian, enjoy non-vegetarian food, or are someone who likes trying a bit of everything, The Veg & No Veg offers a relaxed way to explore Jaipur through its food.
Stroll through the Old City to explore the living traditions of Jaipur’s walled city. Experience the religious life of local communities by visiting lively temples and witness a local Hindu prayer ceremony. Interact with some of the resident artisans, temple priests and spend time with a local resident in their home and over a cup of chai gain an insight into this “Pink City”.
Step into the heart of Jodhpur and experience the city the way locals do with our Blue City Walking Tour Jodhpur. This immersive Jodhpur heritage walk takes you through the winding lanes of the old city, where blue-painted houses, historic buildings, small temples, and everyday local life come together to create the unique character of Jodhpur.
Starting near the iconic Mehrangarh Fort, the walk takes you through some of the city’s traditional neighborhoods and lesser-known corners. Instead of simply visiting popular landmarks, you get the chance to slow down, explore the old streets, and notice the small details that make the Blue City special.
Your local guide will share interesting stories about Jodhpur’s past, its traditions, architecture, and the people who have shaped the city over generations. You will also learn about the story behind the famous blue houses and how this distinctive color became such an important part of the old city’s identity.
On this dedicated bazaar walk you will witness spice sellers, grocery shops, local stalls specializing in milk and Indian cheese, tie & dye textiles,jewellery shops, leather items, lacquer bagels and much more. Also sample some of the local food delicacies like Misri Mawa and Lassi . This walk provides great opportunities for meeting local people dressed in colorful traditional clothes, their welcoming smiles and warm hospitality, will surly win the hearts of many.
Explore a great insight into majestic Marwar. Dive deep into the heart of Jodhpur to discover the lesser known treasures of this enchanting city. Learn about interesting legends from the past, peep into the life of locals, meet and interact with city’s residents,wonder through narrow alleyways dotted with Indigo coloured houses
Appreciate a miniature painting workshop from some of the city's local artists. Learn about the Jaipur style; with their intricate detail - down to the last, delicate eyelash resting on a rosy cheek. Vibrant, vivid colors – picked out in burnished (in fact 24 karat!) gold and sparkling silver. Join the artist, whose skilled and experienced hands work their magic even on old, used government stamp papers, and discover an artistic tradition that goes back hundreds of years.
The beautiful city of Udaipur houses 5 pristine lakes with Pichola being the most impressive. The Old City of Udaipur is dotted with numerous historic temples, havelis and baoris (step wells). Discover the hidden quarters of this romantic city. During the walk, meet various locals and communities engaged in jewellary making, pottery and bamboo craft. Also learn about the local traditions customs attached to the living habits and religious beliefs.
You are met and greeted by our travel facilitator at the hotel and transferred to Vintage Car Gallery at The Garden Hotel. Take a tour of magnificent collection of Vintage cars and after the tour proceed for your vintage ride through the down town of Udaipur famously known as Bapu Bazar, continue your drive around the Lake Fateh Sagar in vintage car and reach Rani Road and end the ride at Bougainvillea. Bougainvillea is a Contemporary Art Gallery and its one of its own kind. Visit the galley which would consume about half an hour. Later proceed to your hotel with your chauffer.
See a different side of Khajuraho on two wheels with our Cycle Tour in Khajuraho. Rather than moving from one attraction to another, this experience gives you time to enjoy the town, its surroundings, and the everyday life that often goes unnoticed during a regular sightseeing trip.
The ride takes you through quieter roads, local lanes, and the countryside around Khajuraho. As you cycle along, you may come across traditional houses, open fields, small villages, and locals going about their daily routines. The relaxed pace makes it easy to stop whenever something catches your attention, whether it is an interesting view, a local activity, or a beautiful spot for photographs.
Along the way, your experience can also give you a closer look at the history and culture of the region. You can discover places away from the usual tourist routes and understand how local communities live and work around this historic town.
Mumbai is famous across India for its outstanding street food. Tantalize your taste buds and sample some delicious treats amidst colourful street stalls at Girgaon Chowpatty, take a sip of tea in an hundred year old Irani Café, discover the joys of Pav Bhaji and take a bite of colourful snow cones among other street knick knacks
Discover fascinating Mumbai as this bustling city awakens. Watch as the energy, the vibrancy and the bustle begins in this metropolis that draws millions of people from across the country in search of a better future. Seeing this lively city wake up, gives you deep cultural insights into the real Mumbai where you will experience the underbelly of this magnificent city and understand what makes it tick. Visit the chaotic docks and understand the life and times of the original inhabitants of Mumbai; witness a one-of-its kind fish auction and watch as thousands of vendors sort out newspapers in different languages, that too in the middle of the road! Experience the colour and fragrance at the flower market; visit the ‘all herb mandi’ spread across a popular bridge with thousands of vendors sitting atop a bridge selling various leafy vegetables and stroll across a cricket ground and learn about the game that has captured the hearts of a billion
Understand how the epicentre of Mumbai’s dizzying economic growth doesn’t lie behind glass facades of skyscrapers, but in a run-down neighbourhood of Mumbai inside tiny 100 sq. ft. homes. The people here might not be your suit-clad businessmen, but are owners of multi-million dollar companies. These are the people of Dharavi – one of Asia’s largest slums. Explore Dharavi, with its thousands of small-scale industries that generate a billions of dollars annually and discover why this area is a powerhouse of the economy and an indispensible contribution to Mumbai’s well being. With its cottage industries including leather, embroidered dresses, clay pots, cardboard, recycling and popaddum you will learn why Dhavari slum is really a land of opportunity
Your guide will deliver an overview of Bollywood with the latest news. Your first and the most special stop is a taste of the Bollywood crazy! The Bollywood dance! A mixture of numerous styles, a Bollywood dance is best explained as beautiful storytelling. We thereafter proceed to visit a TV/Film/Ad film set to watch a live shoot. Your guide will help you explore the sets and encourage interactions with the crew.You will observe the film shoot experience and the guide with the help of the crew and cast will help you achieve a deeper understanding of the process. After the set visit, you will proceed for a lunch in a local restaurant.Post lunch, drive past actors’ homes and proceed for the next stop.The next stop will be the visit to a recording studio. You will have a great time understanding the sound and music operations for films .You will also be encouraged to record a Bollywood song/dialogue to understand better the functioning of all equipment. The last stop will be a Bollywood movie screening at a movie theatre in the city
The British had sought to build ‘the second city of the Empire’ right here and it is this building’ that we will show you in the course of our walk through the ‘European’ areas of what was once the capital of the British Empire in India. This walk serves as the perfect introduction to British Calcutta and gives you a sneak peek into what went into the making of the Colonial Capital of India. So prepare to whet your appetite for all things
Calcutta is a city where the east and the west met and this meeting of such great forces could not have been devoid of friction. We will try and give you a glimpse of this in the course of our walk through arguably the largest books bazaar in the world. In the course of this journey you will learn how religions, sciences, societies, technologies and above all individuals underwent a sea change. From the first university of Asia to the hub of all adda, from religious experiments to scientific calculations, from booksellers that deal in old and rare books to eateries that only catered to nationalists – you will see all that went into the awakening of a new order.
The ever-vital hub of traditional Bengali culture, ‘the natives’ area’, Sovabazar is all this and much more. This area contains a fascinatingly cosmopolitan blend of the seemingly incongruous architectural forms (from Islamic to Baroque, from Victorian to Bengali) which made up the old world dwellings of the city’s wealthier Bengalis. No one who wishes to savor the authentic flavor of Bengali culture and cuisine can afford to miss out on this walk.
Join us to learn much more about life in Black Town, to get a glimpse of this time warp called Bengali Calcutta.
We begin with a visit to weavers, hard at work on their traditional handlooms, and give an overview of the history of the silk trade and how zari, the metaled thread of Banaras sari patterns & designs, characterised the Banaras sari. You will see the beautiful detail work done by hand in the homes of local artisans. As we walk through the alleys of the weavers you will notice a sharp contrast of styles between the Muslim & Hindu communities, but also hear how they have interacted and worked together for centuries in both business & pleasure. After passing through the weaver’s lanes you will end up strolling down Dal Mandi, the Lentil Market, formerly the Ta’waif mohalla, or courtesans’ neighbourhood, hearing folktales of the city’s elite relating to the high culture of music and dance in Varanasi. The walk ends at the classical tabla drum makers & historic wholesale silk market.
An intensive walk to understand how both death and re-birth are intrinsical part of life for every Indian. Beginning only in the late evening (1930 – 2315 hrs) this walk takes you through the mystical experience of life and beyond in Varanasi at 'Mahashamstana' - the great cremation ground of Shiva. You will visit sacred ponds that house healing waters, visit the home of Kali, a powerful mother goddess who drinks the blood of sinners. And then you take a step into the abode of the Aghors, renunciants who practice Tantric death rituals, at Manikarnika burning ghat. As you hear the stories of the Bhairavas, ferocious forms of Shiva who protect the city, your experience will culminate
Journey to a secluded private temple for a 1.5 hour Hatha yoga session, followed by simple pranayama breathing techniques. Following the practice partake in a simple temple worship ritual
This walk takes you through the unseen interiors of the centre of the old city away from the riverside.
Walk from historic buildings to the ancient pond of a demon who held a boon from Shiva to enter the city and gain salvation. His head remains as the main object of worship.
From there we move through the little known lanes, temple courtyards & ponds surrounded by classic architecture and places that time forgot.
Passing through the traditional winding lanes you will encounter historic temples and sacred sites from South to North.
We walk through the areas of Assi, Kedar, Bengali Tola and pass Kashi Vishwanath, the first of the jyotir lingas, 12 sacred shafts of light in Hindu cosmology (should you want to enter at another time , we can inform you the options).
The walk continues to the primordial waters where life began and completes with an observation of the sacred fire of Shiva at Manikarnika Ghat, the large cremation ground of Varanasi.
Step into the grandeur of Awadh’s royal past with an exclusive visit to Khajurgaon Palace and a personal interaction with the noble family of Raja Amresh Kumar Singh. This unique experience offers a rare look into the legacy of Lucknow’s Hindu royalty, whose lineage dates back to the time before the Nawabs and spans through the Nawabi era, the British Raj, and into modern times.
Khajurgaon stands as one of the oldest Taluqdari estates of the historic Avadh region. The family's deep historical significance is highlighted by the prestigious K.C.I.E. honors awarded to two consecutive generations in 1887 and 1911.
Built in 1896 by Rana Shankar Baksh Singh, the palace remains a private family home to this day. Its impressive design blends traditional Avadhi architecture with British Victorian touches. Inside, the grand Darbar Hall is adorned with detailed hand-painted murals, while delicate balconies and ornate window grills reflect fine Victorian craftsmanship.
Combining royal history, classic architecture, and genuine hospitality, this experience offers an unforgettable journey into living heritage.
Discover the charm and evolving history of Hazratganj on a guided walking tour through one of Lucknow’s most iconic hubs. Once a prominent center during the colonial era, Hazratganj has grown into a lively destination known for its classic style, unique shops, and central role in the city's social life.
This walk guides you through the area's rich past, tracing pivotal moments from the Uprising of 1857 through the World War years and up to India’s independence in 1947. As you stroll down its famous avenues, you will see how Hazratganj successfully modernized while keeping its timeless character alive for generations of locals.
The tour wraps up with a relaxing tea break, where you can enjoy freshly brewed Darjeeling tea alongside classic tea-time snacks. Led by an experienced story guide, you will also have time to explore stylish local showrooms and historic shops that make this market so special.
Lucknow is not just any other city, but a chapter that unfolds itself each time one visits this epicentre of culture. Discover the lanes and the by lanes of Chowk. On this walking tour we explore the unexplored and explain the inexplicable. Understand how vast a history, this city of superlatives holds. History in Lucknow stretches beyond the concrete walls of its monuments, spreads into the lanes of Lucknow and has many more nuances that can only be understood and appreciated in the lanes and by lanes of Chowk.
Kathak is one of India’s eight major classical dance forms and has its roots in the storytelling traditions of North India. The word Kathak comes from Katha, meaning story, while Kathakars were traditional storytellers who used dance, music and expressions to narrate tales.
Over time, Kathak developed through diverse cultural influences. Its early connection with temples and devotional performances gradually expanded into royal courts, particularly during the era of the Nawabs of Awadh. This period also introduced Persian artistic influences, adding new dimensions to the dance.
Kathak beautifully reflects the interaction of Hindu and Muslim artistic traditions and shares a close relationship with Hindustani classical music.
The Kathak Interpretation session provides an opportunity to understand this expressive dance form through its intricate footwork, hand gestures, facial expressions, rhythm and storytelling. Participants can explore its temple, court and Sufi influences while gaining a deeper appreciation of Kathak’s artistic and cultural richness.
Experience the fascinating Palki Sahib ceremony in the evening at teh Golden Temple. Watch as the Sikh Holy Book (Granth Sahib) is removed from the main shrine to the sanctum where it ‘rests” until the following morning. Witness hundreds of devotees as they take turns to shoulder the weight of the heavy palanquin on which the Holy Book is moved and appreciate the heavenly chanting; blowing of trumpets and beating of drums.
Who says that Shimla has become a concrete forest? Allow us to take you to a nature walk that provides you with immense amount of natural forest, and that is to the north face of the town. Let us descend to a trail that hides a great level of variety in its bosom. Pens, because it starts from the house of Rudyard Kipling, an eminent writer and then the trail passes through the house and the birth place of a legendary Hindi writer Nirmal Verma, and Brushes because finally it finishes at an art gallery established by a living legend Mr. Sanat Chatterjee, known for his longest paintings in the world (75 ft, 90 ft and 100 ft) on silk with water colour. Sanat Chatterjee and his son Him Chatterjee lives there with their families. This directly introduces you to the hill villages, brooks, rivulets, meadows, grasslands and forests. You may come across some wild life, pheasants, a variety of wild flowers and some local plants that grow widely on the slopes
Enjoy a private cooking demonstration and meal in the home of local family. Discover the secrets of delicious spice mixtures and uncover the wonderful world of Kerala cooking during your hands on lesson. Recipe sheets are provided.
Kumbalangi, a small village, west of Cochin, is surrounded by backwaters and lush green paddy fields. A ring of Chinese fishing nets literally encircle the island village bearing witness to the rich aquatic life. Start your tour this morning with a drive to the Kumbalangi bridge. On arrival walk across to the jetty where country boats await to take you on the second part of your journey through the backwaters. This is where your experience of village life begins – you will see fishermen at work – casting nets and preparing to catch their ‘catch of the day’. Disembark your boat at the island where a refreshing welcome drink will be served before you set off on a further exploration into village life .Start perhaps with weavers at work on coir, or maybe watch local ladies weave coconut leaves – various other activities will be taking place which you can witness and even take part in. Fisherman will show you how to catch fish with their nets. A crab farm is also part of the village where you can try your hand at catching a crab! Another unique art is that of a group of ladies groping for fish. This is an interesting skill whereby ladies move in a row and catch fish using only their hands! Later you have lunch with a local family.
We will meet you at St. Francis Church - Fort Kochi, the oldest European Church of India. After a short safety brief by our guide, we will start our cycling through the narrow lanes and Spice market towards Mattancherry. The architecture of the busy street in this enclave is very definitely European, with fine houses built by wealthy British traders, and Dutch cottages with split farm house doors. After we reach Mattancherry, we will head for the local visits at Mattancherry. Mattancherry Palace popularly known as the Dutch Palace, features Kerala murals depicting Hindu temple art, portraits and exhibits of the Rajas of Kochi. It is a blend of colonial and Kerala architecture. After visiting the Palace we will stroll through the Jew Street and visit the oldest active Synagogue in the Commonwealth of Nations. Then we will continue our cycling towards The Santa Cruz Basilica. This is a very attractive church made in gothic style, which was originally built by Portuguese. From there proceed towards the Princes Street, Chinese Fishing nets and St. Francis Church.