Craft, Culture & Creation- Bagru Block Printing Workshop
Bagru block Printing workshop is an interesting way to open up yourself to this creative experience and indulge in the pleasure of exploring the simple yet vibrant lifestyle of the villagers.
Culture, Leasurily
Discover Eastern Himalaya
Darjeeling Darjeeling, nestled among rolling mountains, is a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Popular places to visit include Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop and the War Memorial, and the Himalayan Zoological Park and Snow Leopard Breeding Center. What should you bring home? Tea, tea, and more tea—and beautiful local handicrafts.
Evening Heritage Walk Tour of Jaipur
"The Twilight Magic of Pink City" The Walk Tour Overview Experience the enchanting charm of Jaipur as the sun sets, and the city's vibrant heritage comes to life on our Jaipur Heritage Evening Walk. This unique 3-hour guided tour offers an immersive discovery into the heart of Jaipur's old city, taking you through its ancient lanes, bustling markets, and cultural treasures. Our tour, designed for those seeking an authentic and non-commercialized encounter with Jaipur, promises a memorable non touristy real-life experiences through the city's rich history, art, cuisine, and local life. Highlights include a block printing workshop with the Cheepa community, where you create your own masterpiece, and a lacquer bangle-making session, allowing you to craft and wear your creation with pride. Additionally, our tour includes a leisurely “Electric Rickshaw ride of Jaipur old city”. They are quiet, fast and the most commonly used public transport. When the gentle breeze caresses your hair and you witness the city’s magic unfolding around you. It’s a unique and memorable aspect of our Jaipur Heritage Evening Walk. We start an hour ago the sunset and explore the old city 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. Jaipur Art & Craft, Cultural heritage, Food Walk: Artisan's Lanes: Dive into the heart of Jaipur's old city and witness highly skilled artisans crafting sculptures, bangles, embroidery, and block printing without any shopping pressure. Block Printing Workshop: Experience the indigenous art of block printing with the gracious artist, who have preserved this craft for generations. In their welcoming home, enjoy a hands-on session, in the meantime the lady of the house serves refreshing tea and fritters, adding warmth to this unique cultural exchange. Your personalized artwork becomes a cherished keepsake of Jaipur. Lacquer Bangle-Making Workshop: Stroll into the fascinating lanes of bangle makers and discover the unique art of creating bangles from lacquer, a natural tree sap. Under the guidance of skilled artisans, try your hand at shaping and designing your own bangle. The pride of wearing something handcrafted by you, with the help of artisans carrying forward a generational legacy, is an experience like no other. Evening Magic in the Old City: As the sun sets, Jaipur transforms into a magical wonderland. The soft golden lights illuminate ancient temples, grand gateways, and the iconic pink-tinted walls, creating a sight straight out of a fairytale. Strolling through the old city at this hour feels like stepping back in time. You’ll witness local life unfold as families gather, children play, and artisans work in their workshops, all while the city’s charm glows under the evening sky. It’s a perfect time to soak in the peace and beauty of Jaipur’s rich heritage. Local Markets and Cultural Fun: Dive into Jaipur’s bustling bazaars, which are a riot of colors and energy. These markets are filled with
3 Hours
Leasurily
Exclusive Origami Workshop for Families & Kids – Jaipur
Where passion meets paper, and families create magic together In the quiet lanes of Malviya Nagar, Jaipur, lies a heartwarming story of passion, patience, and creativity. Meet Suresh Ji, a government employeewho, more than two decades ago, discovered his love for origami.At first, his dedication to paper art was questioned friends and family wondered why a man with a stable service-class career would spend endless hours folding paper. But Suresh Ji followed his heart. Gradually, as his intricate creations began to speak for themselves, everyone around him recognized his extraordinary talent and came to admire his commitment. Origami is a Japanese art of folding paper made its come from the words oru (fold) and kami (paper). Traditionally, all origami pieces have to be folded with a paper square. A form of communication without language, Origami is a creative art and also therapy. Children and older, all have an interest in origami activities. In this beginning workshop, the full introduction to origami, and fun with origami paper will be taught to be an interesting paper sculpture. Today, not only does his family appreciate his passion, they actively join him in bringing his imagination to life , fold by fold, piece by piece. We have curated a special 2 to 2.5-hour origami workshop where guest families with children can experience this journey of creativity and togetherness. Parents and children will learn the art of folding tiny paper cubes, which form the base for delightful creations. While parents enjoy the mindful calm of origami, help children in making paper cubes , and Suresh ji will guide to shape their own superheroes, dolls, or playful creatures. It is not just art workshop, it is a lesson in patience, concentration, and the joy of building something with your own hands. For kids especially, Suresh Ji believes origami is a wonderful alternative to screen time, encouraging focus and imagination in the most joyful way. This experience is also a cultural exchange. Guests are welcomed into a local Jaipur home, where they can witness Indian family bonding at its warmest. Over homemade fritters, tea, and coffee, stories are shared and laughter flows, making the workshop much more than just an art session. It becomes a memory of connection. By the end, each family carries home not only their creations but also a meaningful reminder: that pursuing one’s passion, even when the world doubts, can inspire and unite generations. Inclusions : Accompanying storyteller to bond guest and artisan 2-hour detailed hands-on workshop One perfect souvenir piece + the piece created by the guest Tea, fritters, snacks & bottled water during the session Exclusions : Hotel transfers (can be arranged at an additional cost)
Feel The Traditional Gujarat
Gujarat Gujarat has been a field of conquering races, which settled down here from time to time. From ancient times western gateway of India has been a place where lot of action, reaction and interaction between various ethnic and linguistic forces has taken place, which in turn resulted in the synthesis of many races and culture. Different races brought with them different political institutions, unique social customs, varied cultures and creeds.The Aryans came by land, Persians, Arabs and Africans came by sea through Saurashtra ports for shelter, trade and at times, conquest. Then just before and after Chinese era, lords of Kunanas, Hunas and other tribes descended on Gujarat. The coming of these foreigners resulted in the fusion of various cultures and traditions.
Gangaur Festival
Gangaur Walk - Gangaur is a colourful women’s festival that is mainly celebrated in Rajasthan. It starts in spring and lasts up to 16 days in Rajasthan. It is the celebration of marital happiness and unmarried girls follow this ritual for being blessed with a good husband. The celebration reaches their zenith on the final day when beautifully dressed ladies do the final day pooja of Gangaur made of clay or wood and a royal Gangaur procession starts from City Palace along with beautifully decorated elephants, chariots and folk artists; which find its way through the Pink City and ends at talkatora. Why This Tour? Cultural Immersion: Not just observation—participation. Sing folk songs, grind spices for rituals, and learn the secret meanings behind festival symbols. Local Access: Experience intimate moments usually hidden behind closed doors, from family prayers to kitchen traditions. Photographer’s Paradise: Capture the kaleidoscope of colors—saris, turbans, flower mandalas, and the glittering idols of Gangaur. Highlights: Morning Rituals: Stroll through lanes perfumed with incense and marigolds as women, draped in vivid ghagras and silver jewelry, carry clay idols of Gangaur to community shrines. Henna & Heritage: Let local artists adorn your hands with intricate mehndi designs, each pattern echoing age-old symbols of love and prosperity. Sacred Pooja: Step into a traditional home to witness the heartfelt Gangaur Pooja, where turmeric, rice, and vermilion blend with whispered prayers for marital bliss. Royal Procession: Stand in awe as the City Palace gates open to a regal parade—gleaming elephants, chariots, and folk dancers—a spectacle that mirrors Jaipur’s royal past. Feast & Folklore: Savor a homestyle Rajasthani thali with festive treats like ghewar (honey-drenched disc sweets) and dal baati churma, while elders share tales of Gangaur’s mythical love and Jaipur’s enduring customs. Dance of Joy: Lose yourself to the rhythmic beats of Ghoomar as women twirl in circles, their mirrored skirts catching the sunlight—a moment where strangers become sisters.
Heritage Rajasthan on Cycle
Ride through some of the most classical and historical cities and towns of Rajasthan. Meet and interact with different communities and distinct artisans that helped preserve this glorious culture. historical heritage, historical tour
Heritage Rajasthan On Motorcycles
The tour is designed to make you see more of unexplored Rajasthan, riding for 5-6 hrs a day and spending rest of the day in exploring the place.
Heritage Walk of Udaipur
Introducing you to the best places to visit in Udaipur is something we would love to do being a part of this peaceful city. Falling in love with its heritage beauty, ancient architecture and simplicity will make you realize why it is the best tourist place in India. When imagining about the things to do in Udaipur, there is a lot that this city can offer to a traveler. Certainly, you need to explore every minute of this 3-hour Udaipur Walking Tour which is beautifully handcrafted. There are two-time slots for this tour: 10 AM to 1 PM & 4 PM to 7 PM every day. Highlights Wanderlusts –Despite living in a fast modern world, this heritage walking tour lets you appreciate the slow and comfortable lifestyle of Udaipur. We reach to a small-scale enterprise, Women Laghu Udyog which is determinedly run by various women. They deal in a variety of work like making and selling pickle, papadom, some local delicacies like khakra , fapda etc. Another highlight of this lake city is the women-dominated vegetable market. The best part is that these women carry their attractive smile even after doing such heavy work. Art & Craft lovers –We visit a famous miniature painting artist, Shanti Lal Ji in the old city of Udaipur. Appreciating his beautiful artworks and learning the art of miniature painting is indeed a treat for art & craft lovers. Slow Travelers – Slow traveling is the best way to discover the insights and the essence of a place. Therefore, we make a visit to an array of markets in the old city of Udaipur. It includes tinkers market, jewelry market, potters market, etc. We get to know about the city’s inherent art & craft when we interact with the artisans. Nature & Photography lovers – Udaipur rightfully claims the title of one of the most romantic cities of the world. While we cross the narrow lanes of old city, we catch its aesthetic beauty. Thereafter, we proceed to look at the must visit places of Udaipur which are the Ghats of Udaipur such as Navghat, Gangore Ghat and Ambrai Ghat. Food lovers – To complete this Walking Tour of Udaipur, one must taste the local food of India i.e. Kachori & Samosa. We taste these deep-fried spicy snacks at one of the famous food joints of Udaipur. Moreover, to settle the spices, we try Mawa Mithai (sweet made of condensed milk) from a popular sweet shop. We strongly believe the fact that every traveler has different interest and orientation, we understand requirements and love to customize itineraries to meet guest's expectations. Please write us if you want to customize the walk in your way.
3 Hours
Leisurely
Architecture, Heritage, Old City Culture