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Discover Authentic Experiences in India with Wendy Wu Tours
To make sure you truly immerse yourself in the culture of India we pack every single one of our tours to India with authentic cultural experiences.
We’ve highlighted our favourite ones on each tour but here are just a few examples of what you can look forward to…
Explore Kolkata's traditional potters' quarter, Komortuli, where you'll see the skilled artisans sculpting idols of gods and goddesses for festivals.
As featured in our Himalayan Kingdoms tour
Experience the electric atmosphere created by the flickering candles and tinkling bells of a puja held on the banks of the River Ganges, a ceremony dedicated to the river goddess.
As featured in our Highlights of India tour
Admire the magical city of Udaipur, full of glorious, romantic architecture, from the perfect vantage point – a boat cruising the waters of Lake Pichola.
As featured in our Inspiring India tour
In the birthplace of yoga, start the day with an invigorating morning practice and meditation session with a master, in the spectacular surroundings of the Himalayan foothills.
As featured in our Northern India Discovery tour
Immerse yourself in local life with a walking tour through Pushkar's bustling market, admiring the enormous range of fresh produce, colourful textiles and interesting souvenirs!
As featured in our Inspiring India tour
Witness an exuberant performance of the traditional dance-drama that is Kathakali. Kerala's best-known performing art, it is an extravagant retelling of Hindu epics complete with colourful costumes and elaborate make up.
As featured in our Grand Tour of India tour
Glimpse the traditional lifestyle of Kerala's fisher-folk with a visit to Kumbalangi, where you can see the villagers going about their day to day activities and discover traditional handicrafts.
As featured in our Kerala and the Southern Highlights tour
Marvel at the strength and agility of Kalaripayattu practitioners at a performance of Kerala's traditional art form. This old martial art combines defensive steps and stances with weaponry such as daggers, spears, maces and bows and arrows.
As featured in our Kerala and the Southern Highlights tour
Hosted by a local family in their home, take part in a cooking demonstration of tasty, traditional treats, learning the skills and techniques needed to prepare delicious Keralan dishes.
As featured in our Kerala and the Southern Highlights tour
Soak up the sights and smells of one of Jodhpur's bustling local markets, where the stalls will be piled high with locally grown fruit and vegetables, and you will learn about the essential herbs and spices needed for Indian cuisine.
As featured in our Highlights of India tour
Embark on a camel cart ride out into the starkly beautiful landscapes of the Thar Desert – though it may appear barren, you’ll find the desert is surprisingly full of things to see.
As featured in our Grand Tour of India tour
Embark on an exhilarating jeep safari through the stark landscapes of the Thar Desert venturing out to Bishnoi for a village visit, where you'll see local life and the practice of traditional handicrafts.
As featured in our Rajasthan Panorama tour
The quintessential desert transportation, ride a camel through the undulating Sam Sand Dunes to the perfect spot to take in a spectacular sunset.
As featured in our Rajasthan Panorama tour
Visit a workshop hidden in the bustling backstreets of old Jaipur to catch a glimpse of the age-old art of carpet-weaving, a fascinating artistry still practised the traditional way.
As featured in our Inspiring India tour
Learn astronomy the ancient way at Jaipur's fascinating Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century observatory full of old instruments used to measure the distance and positions of celestial objects.
As featured in our Golden Triangle tour
Venture into the old alleyways of Jaipur to try your hand at block printing, the practice of hand printing textiles with a carved wooden block, a traditional art of the city.
As featured in our Golden Triangle tour
Take an exciting rickshaw ride through Asia's largest spice market, in Old Delhi, absorbing the heady scents and colourful sights of some of the world’s most exotic powders, leaves, roots and seeds.
As featured in our Golden Triangle tour
Visit the Golden Temple's 'langar', the kitchen that feeds up to 100,000 people a day for free! Meet the volunteers who prepare and cook the food and watch them making thousands of chapatis by hand.
As featured in our Northern India Discovery tour
Travel to the border of India and Pakistan to witness the border closing ceremony, a display of fantastically over the top showmanship that involves speed marching, high kicks and stomps, all cheered on by the crowd of locals and tourists alike.
As featured in our Northern India Discovery tour
Surprisingly little known outside of India, discover the magnificent artistic treasures of the Ajanta and Ellora caves, a series of caverns full of intricate frescoes and carvings created by Buddhist, Hindu and Jain monks
As featured in our Grand Tour of India tour
Ride on a rickshaw through the hustle and bustle of Bikaner's bazaar, taking in the sights, sounds and smells of this atmospheric market place and watching the locals go about their day to day life.
As featured in our Rajasthan Panorama tour
Visit a craft centre in Jaipur to witness the professionals block printing by hand and carpet weaving - then give it a go for yourself!
As featured in our Christmas in India tour
The Aarti ceremony is a traditional Hindu ritual involving the worship of deities through the use of light, typically in the form of lamps or candles. In Madurai, the Meenakshi Amman Temple is known for its grand and spiritually significant Aarti ceremonies.
Staying overnight on a Kettuvallam in Kerala offers a memorable experience. These traditional houseboats provide comfortable accommodation, scenic views, and delicious Kerala cuisine. Enjoy the tranquility of the backwaters, relax on the deck, and witness stunning sunsets and sunrises, as you interact with local life.
The Ooty to Coonoor toy train, part of the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its small size and charming appeal, the train offers breathtaking views of Nilgiri Hills, tea plantations, and picturesque landscapes. Passing through stations like Lovedale and Wellington, it uses a cog-wheel system to navigate steep terrains. The journey concludes in Coonoor, a beautiful hill station with attractions like Sim's Park and Dolphin's Nose
