INDIA
India's classics.
The 15 best dining experiences in India, gathered in one place. What each one includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
Sunset camel safari from Jaisalmer with Khaba Fort and Jassery Oasis stops, plus a bonfire dinner cooked fresh under desert skies.
“For those who haven't experienced a camel safari, or Rajasthan folk dance and music, this is a must-experience outing. The whole experience was stress-free and enjoyable. The local experience partner contacted us in advance to inform us of the time for pick up. ThRead more”
Private New Delhi cooking demo with floral welcome, hands-on Northern Indian dishes, and a home-style vegetarian lunch or dinner with family at $35.
“We had a lovely day with Anjali and her family when cooking together and learning the secrets of Indian cuisine.”
Sunset camel safari near Jaisalmer with jeep transfer and an open-fire vegetarian dinner on private dunes for a small-group Thar experience.
“Great trip to a peaceful spot! Super relaxing. The guides were very friendly. Recommended for anyone going to Jaisalmer.”
Private Bangalore home cooking with Namita, optional market walk, hands-on lessons, and a full-course meal. 3-4 hours.
“Unforgettable evening with Nani and her husband. The recipe is delicious, authentic and simple enough for a foreigner to comprehend. Feels like having a cooking dinner party at a friend or family’s house, with laughter, good food, unique cooking experience and great chats!”
Jaisalmer sunset camel safari with Rajasthani dinner by bonfire, plus stops at Kuldhara and Khaba Fort and round-trip pickup.
“The sunset camel safari was amazing. Ukka and Bika were very great guides and cooked a delicious meal in the desert. Coolest experience in India.”
Non-touristic Thar Desert camel ride from Jaisalmer, with Kuldhara, jeep transport, vegetarian dinner, and sunset stars.
“I did the half day sunset tour with jeep and camel ride , I really loved it! I went to a couple of very unique places with the jeep and then ride the camel . the tour experience was great!!”
Jaisalmer Jeep safari and camel ride in the Thar Desert, sunset chai, Rajasthani dinner, and folk dance at a desert resort.
“An unforgettable sojourn into the Thar, masterfully curated by James and Ali. From the moment the dunes unfurled before us, every detail felt touched by quiet luxury and genuine warmth. The safari struck a rare balance between adventure and elegance—golden sands, hushed horizons, and stories that made the desert feel alive rather than distant. A…”
Two-day guided Varanasi tour with Sarnath, Ganga Aarti, rooftop dinner on the Ganges, ghats walks, Manikarnika cremation visit, BHU.
“I did the two tour of Varanasi and had a great time. The guide Ballu was very informative and kind. The driver Sameer did a great job navigating the traffic and the car was nice and clean. I would recommend this tour.”
Private hotel pickup, a shared boat ride on Lake Pichola, and a 3-course dinner at Jag Mandir Island Palace with lake-and-palace views.
“Good food, excellent service, and beautiful venue! Our server was very attentive and helpful throughout the whole experience. They also had veg and non veg options.”
Shahi Palace half-day sunset camel ride and desert jeep drive, with a village stop, cultural show, and buffet dinner at Sam Sand Dunes.
“We did the half day desert tour with shahi palace camel safari which was well organised. The driver was good and knowledgeable . He showed us and guided us on a good tour . The dune visit is fun . Thanks to Devilal For organizing a good tour for us.”
A party-style dinner cruise on the Mandovi River in Goa with DJ music, AC dance floor, buffet dinner, and cultural dance shows, with pickup options.
“not as advertised. it looked nothing like the photos. we did not get picked up by a bus, it was public transport. and the cruise wasnt the same in the photos. we just left. looked too dangerous to get on.”
A 4-course dinner at Bukhara in ITC Maurya, Delhi, with live kitchen views and private round-trip hotel transport.
“We visited this restaurant on our second evening in Delhi, having been here a number of times over the past few decades. It is still as good as ever. The service is professional and attentive, the ambience fun and the food is brilliant. It cannot be faulted.”
A 4-hour Varanasi night boat ride, Ganges aarti ceremony, and dinner with hotel pickup, an English guide, and private group seating.
“Sehr guter Guide, gute kommunikation und Erklärungen. Schönes Holzboot für den Ganges Ausflug, eindrucksvolles Erlebnis.”
Panaji Mandovi River dinner cruise with hotel transfer, buffet Goan food, 2 beers, and live DJ entertainment for a night on the water.
“Nice food , great party atmosphere , everyone made us so welcome even though we where the only British people on the boat . Recommended to see how the locals party , great fun !”
Private Delhi evening sights by AC car: India Gate, Birla Mandir, Bangla Sahib, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, plus dinner included for $45.
“This tour was awesome! We saw the New and Old Delhi by car at night and we even got out of the car to see some monuments from the outside . Our driver Mr. Sagir was so awesome and awser every question we had. This was so good for our first day in Delhi.”
