INDIA
India's classics.
The 15 best markets tours in India, gathered in one place. What each one includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
3-hour Delhi food walk in Kamla Nagar: rickshaw ride, Hanuman temple, shawarma, momos, chaat, sweets, fruit beer for $40.
“This tour was the very first thing I did in Delhi and I 100% recommend it to whoever is interested in food, culture, history, and a good time. We had 11 different dishes, so be prepared with an empty stomach and start slow! It's a marathon not a Read more”
Private 3–4 hour walk through Jaisalmer Fort and havelis with guide Lalu. Pickup, flexible times, mobile ticket, tea viewpoints.
“Lalu was a terrific guide! A kind and enthusiastic guy that my friend and I found funny and entertaining. He talks about architecture like a kid in a candy store! He took us through the fort and Jain temple and provided a ton of information. I aRead more”
Taste Old Delhi street food with a guide, visit historic faith sites, ride a rickshaw, and explore Chandni Chowk and Asia’s largest spice market.
“Our guide Aman was the nicest, most generous, most knowledgeable tour guide. His explanations of the places we visited were so thorough-history, rituals… I especially enjoyed the seihk temple, we went behind the scenes and saw the Read more”
A small-group Pink City bazaar walk with street food tastings, artisan stops, and local stories, led by Virasat Experiences.
“We first had a mixup on the meeting point, we thought it was at a store near Hawa Mahal, our guide was waiting for us in front of the palace. We reached her on Whatsapp and she came to our location. After this false start, everything ran very smoothly and our guide wRead more”
Bengaluru Pete City Market walking tour: Tipu Sultan Palace, KR Market, dosa brunch, and silk weaving workshops with an English host.
“I loved the experience as it was well paced and allowed us to take in the places we were visiting. This is not a tour which would be taking you through fancy/well known tourist places. It would be about going to the unexplored and somewhat gritty corners of Bangalore. As Bangalorean this was an experience…”
One day in Bangalore with a guide: Lalbagh gardens, Bull Temple, ISKCON, Bangalore Palace, government sights, markets, and lunch with pickup.
“We had just a few hours in Bangalore, but this tour provided for a great experience out of a short time. We thank Mr Yogesh and our guide, and fully recommend”
Private 8-hour Jaipur old-city tour with Amber views, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, and local-market time. Pickup and bottled water.
“The tour guide wanted us to pay for parking and actually gasoline for his vehicle.”
A private Jaipur tuk-tuk day with a flower market start, major sights, and a friendly storyteller, plus easy pickup and bottled water.
“Esperienza molto carina, il driver è stato molto gentile, simpatico e ci ha spiegato tanto della vita in Jaipur. Consigliato!”
Private Jaipur tour by tuk-tuk or car with hotel pickup, samosas and lassi, Amer to Hawa Mahal, flexible route, local guides.
“My driver Ali was amazing. He had lots of awesome ideas of places to visit at pickup. He also honored my request to visit elephants. He was very knowledgeable and super helpful. I highly recommend this tour.”
Half-day private Jaipur tour with a 7:00 AM flower market walk, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jal Mahal, block-printing, and Amber Fort.
“Amazing tour with k.k. and superman. Both were very chilled, very welcoming and knowledgeable. Showing us around the main monuments in Jaipur and answering all our questions. Couldn’t recommend enough. Thanks from Lauren and Hugo”
Jaipur street market shopping and a vegetarian Rajasthani cooking class in Shalini’s home, with flexible lunch or dinner timing.
“I recently attended a cooking class that was an absolute delight from start to finish. We began with a fun trip to the market, learning how to pick the freshest ingredients, which made the experience feel authentic and immersive. Back in tRead more”
Agra street food tour by tuk-tuk: Kinari Bazaar, Jama Masjid, Mankameshwar Temple, Rawatpara spice market, sampled snacks and chai.
“Amir was an excellent guide, show us the markets, some religious places, workshops and street food shops. Always very helpful and friendly. they picked us up and then dropped back to our hotel. A lot of fun, knowledge and new experiences with him in this tour.”
Morning flower market in Jaipur plus Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, City Palace and Jantar Mantar. Private car or tuk-tuk, water and chai.
“We had an incredible experience in Jaipur. Our guide Sam was not only very knowledgeable but also incredibly funny. We learned a lot about history and culture, but also every day life in this beautiful city. The car they provided was excellent and a great fit for the sometimes rough roads in India. And our…”
A private guided walk through George Town’s bazaars to Kotwal Chavadi Market, with headsets, stories, and local culture in Chennai.
“Very well prepared and guided tour, fantastic insight into Indian culture and food. It's really worthwhile to do the tour!”
Half-day Lajpat Nagar market tour and five-course Indian cooking workshop with lunch and soft drinks. Vegetarian and gluten-free options.
“A wonderful experience in the food and culture of India. Learning to cook various dishes and then eating them. Even Learning to eat with fingers! Looking through local market. Exploring new foods as well. Annal is a gracious hostess and tRead more”
