Rajasthani Food You Must Try (Top 10!)

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Rajasthani food is amongst the most vibrant, tasty and traditional in India (oh course, we may be a little bias!). For many of our guests, food plays an important role in their discovery of Rajasthan, Rajasthani culture and Rajasthani people. Here are our Top 10 Rajasthani foods you must try on your upcoming visit… 1. […]

How to Cook an Authentic Rajasthani Lal Maans

Red chillies drying in Rajasthan, India

One of the most exciting parts of exploring incredible India is sampling the delicious food! Nowhere is that truer, in our opinion, than the bold and aromatic cuisine of Rajasthan, and Lal Maans (‘red meat’) is a must-try dish for any meat-eater visiting the region. To recreate the taste at home, here we share an […]

Books to read before visiting Rajasthan

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To make the most of your time in Rajasthan, we feel it pays to geek out a little and do some homework before you arrive. To get you started, here is our list of guides and books to read before visiting Rajasthan. This is a list of personal recommendations and by no means definitive: Novels […]

9 Scrumptious Street Foods in Rajasthan

Street foods in Rajasthan are like nowhere else. Having created such culinary delights as thekachori, and sugary squiggles ofjalebi; Rajasthan’s menu of colourful, easy-eats is tempting for many of our guests. At the same time, they are naturally concerned about the dreaded Delhi-Belly. On a privately guided tour with Indian Excursions, any street foods we […]

72 Hours in Jaipur: Exploring the best of India’s ‘Pink City’

A labyrinth of fascinating bazaars and historical sights, Jaipur is quintessential India at its best. Tradition and modernity exist beautifully side by side: on the vibrant streets, motorbikes jostle for space with camel carts, while turbaned village elders rub shoulders with youngsters in jeans. Jaipur is the capital of the Indian state of Rajasthan and […]

Top 3 Restaurants in Delhi You Must Try

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For many of our guests, it’s not just the splendid architecture and colourful history that brings them to India – it’s also the food! Delightful culinary experiences will likely occur naturally throughout your time with us in India. However, if you’re a foodie who appreciates fine-dining, here are our top 3 restaurants in Delhi to […]

How to plan the perfect luxury India tour

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India is many things: majestic, beautiful, fascinating, intense – and, at times, even maddening. This diverse country is vast and bursting with a variety of cultures and traditions, languages and cuisines. We know that planning a luxury India tour often confuses and bewilders, especially those who’re travelling to the subcontinent for the first time. Finding […]

Lakshman Sagar: relax and unwind at a charming boutique hotel in Rajasthan

Essence of Rajasthan tour

While the splendours of Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur often form the basis of our guest’s tours, we feel that no visit to Rajasthan is complete without slipping off the beaten track for a night or two to experience the region’s villages and smaller towns. Rajasthan has many such hidden gems, and one of our favourites […]

Private cooking class in Udaipur, Rajasthan

Private cooking class in Udaipur Rajasthan

At Indian Excursions, in addition to soaking up the rich history and architecture of Rajasthan, often our guests are keen to experience its rich flavours, too. A private cooking class is an enjoyable way to learn about traditional local ingredients and authentic techniques. Depending on your itinerary, we can include a private cooking class at […]

15 of our Top Restaurants in Rajasthan to Tickle your Tastebuds

Sheesh Mahal restaurant, Udaipur

Rajasthan is known around the world for its splendid architecture, colourful history and stunning landscapes. Its cuisine is just as rich and inviting; from delicately spiced lentil dishes to hot fluffy flatbreads. Sampling authentic local fare is a key interest for many of our guests, and an integral part of exploring the culture. Good dining […]