embark on a journey into the magnificence of india: its colour, culture, traditions, and breathtaking beauty. if you’ve ever dreamed of exploring india but hesitated to do it alone, this is your invitation.
this is not just a trip—it’s a vibrant, soul-stirring invitation into the heart of india. the india you’ve always wanted to experience but didn’t know how to find.
it’s colour-splashed chaos and stillness at sunrise.
it’s the smell of incense and cardamom.
it’s strangers who feel like family.
it’s ancient stories carved into stone and painted across your memory forever.
you’ll dance through Holi with locals, sip chai in alleyways, stand barefoot in temples, and taste food so rich with tradition it lingers long after the moment has passed. you’ll walk the winding streets, ride rickshaws, climb forts, and breathe in the magnificence of a land that meets you exactly where you are - wild, open, curious, or unsure.
this is the journey for those who don’t want the version of india in a brochure — they want to feel it, to live it, and enrich their entire being.
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india is a little bit of everything - the colour, the noise, the stillness, the wonder. this journey is designed to let you feel all of it. and you won't experience any of it alone.
fifteen days. north india from its soul to its silence.
we begin in delhi - where old and new breathe side by side. your rickshaw winds through lanes thick with cumin, clove and sweet chai, the walls alive with centuries of story. you pause for tea in the heart of it all, the city humming around you, strangers sharing smiles across tables like old friends. a sikh temple holds you in its quiet. the markets dazzle. delhi gets into your chest and stays there.
we move into rajasthan - and jodhpur welcomes you in blue. children call from rooftops, bright saris catch the breeze, and the alleyways feel like galleries of life. then the golden city of jaisalmer rises from the desert, ancient and unhurried. a sunset camel ride through the sand leads you into evening - drums pulse softly, a dancer moves through firelight, and dinner unfolds slowly beneath a sky so full of stars it feels like a gift meant only for you.
and then - holi. the fire ceremony the night before, sacred and still. and the morning of, the world simply bursts open. colour rises into the sky, laughter spills through the streets, strangers reach for you with open hands. by the end of it you are covered head to toe, and somehow - it feels like being fully, completely alive.
we arrive in jaipur - the pink city - where the bazaars feel like stepping into a living rainbow. woven scarves, shimmering brass, spice-warm air. you press your hands into ink and pull a block print from cotton. amber fort rises golden above the valley, its mirrored halls catching light like fragments of a thousand suns.
then agra. and the taj mahal at sunset - marble shimmering, the whole world going quiet. and again at sunrise, because she deserves to be seen in every light.
and finally, rishikesh - where the ganges moves fast and everything else slows right down. yoga at dawn. the beatles ashram, still and overgrown, creativity lingering in the trees. a waterfall. and as dusk falls, the ganga aarti begins - bells, chant, incense drifting across the water, tiny lamps released to float downstream. you watch quietly, and something in you settles.
many of the places you'll walk, eat and witness on this journey are ones most travellers never find - chosen because we've been there, loved them, and knew they had to be part of this.
these aren't stops. they're moments you'll return to for the rest of your life.
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i’m jodi - i’ve been travelling since before i knew what travel was - my dad was a jockey, which meant our family travelled to race meetings in different towns often. by the time i boarded a plane, with backpack in hand, to timor at seventeen, the road already felt like home. i realised the world was far bigger, stranger and more magnificent than anything i’d been told.
and india is where that became personal. it isn’t somewhere i discovered. it’s somewhere i come from. my dad was born in agra - his family home directly across the road from the taj mahal and my grandparents restaurant and a rickshaw business not too far from there.
i grew up with india in my heart before i ever set foot there.
and then, along the way, i discovered the transformations within the journeys - they’re the ones that silently show you something true about yourself.
there is nothing more humbling and exciting to me than sharing these journeys with you.
and bringing them to life with someone equally as passionate is such a blessing for me - and for our guests - because colours of india is a collaboration.
reddy, indian born, is one of india’s most extraordinary tour managers, with a depth of cultural knowledge, logistical brilliance and human warmth that will quietly change how you see this place. he has guided at the highest levels, speaks several languages fluently and has an ability to open doors into communities, conversations and experiences that most travelers never find.
together, reddy and i research, plan and shape every element of this experience - from the sequence of places to the most unexpected, human moments in between. together we hold every detail so that you can do the one thing that matters.
simply be in it.
curious about the journey?
JOURNEY INCLUSIONS
this isn’t just travel—it’s an invitation into deep connection, rich culture, and the most unforgettable moments, including:
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step into the heart of the festival of colours, where strangers become friends, joy spills through the streets, and colour fills the air like confetti from the soul. this isn’t just a celebration. it’s a moment of pure, uninhibited aliveness.
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from bustling street stalls to family-run kitchens, every meal invites you deeper into the heart of india. think spice-layered curries, hand-pulled chai, fresh roti warm from the pan, and dishes that taste like stories passed down through generations. this isn’t just eating. it’s savouring, connecting, and remembering every bite.
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feel the hum of daily life as you ride rickshaws through ancient streets, listen to stories whispered through temple walls, and wander markets where tradition and rhythm meet.
this is india beyond the postcards—raw, beautiful, and deeply human. it’s the calm amongst the chaos. -
find stillness in the glow of the taj mahal at sunrise, pause for guided meditation in nature, and witness a traditional fire ceremony on the banks of the ganga. these aren’t checkboxes - they’re quiet invitations to come home to yourself.
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24/7 on ground support from jodi and reddy. all logistics handled. all transitions guided. no decisions to be made. you will never be left to navigate anything alone.
all rooms are private. this is your space to rest, restore and return to yourself. travelling with a friend? shared rooms are available on request.
this is an alcohol free journey. a choice made with intention, and one that shapes the quality of presence each person brings to the experience.
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→ airport transfers
→ all on-ground transport throughout the journey
→ hand-picked accommodation
→ daily breakfasts, lunches and dinners - beautiful traditional meals
→ guided cultural experiences and activities
→ entry fees for included experiences
→ domestic flights within india
→ trusted local guides and support
→ 24/7 support from jodi and reddy
→ all logistics handled from arrival to departure
you don’t need to navigate india alone.
you simply arrive and experience it.
we’ll take care of everything, including you.
$7,979pp private room | $7,470pp for two guests travelling together and sharing a room
just twelve guests. a women’s only journey for women who have always wanted to experience India, but perhaps haven’t wanted to do it on their own.
private rooms are the standard, so you have your own space to retreat to after a full day, while travelling with a genuinely small group.
this journey is intentionally designed, and a conversation is always welcome before booking, because the right fit matters. for you and for the group.
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our journeys require a minimum number of guests to proceed.
once you've secured your place, we'll keep you updated every step of the way, including letting you know when it's time to book your flights, apply for visas and take care of the little details that make planning your journey simple and stress free.
we aim to confirm each journey around four months before departure, giving you plenty of time to organise everything with confidence. we do, however, recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance as soon as you book your journey.
in the unlikely event we don't reach the minimum number of guests required for the journey to proceed, your deposit will be refunded in full.
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many of our guests arrive on their own, but no one experiences the journey alone.
from the moment you book, reddy and i are by your side. we'll guide you through every step, letting you know what to organise, when to do it and answering your questions along the way.
once the journey begins, you'll become part of a small group where friendships grow naturally and support is always close by. whether it's navigating an airport, checking into a hotel, discovering somewhere new or simply needing a little reassurance, we've got you.
with two experienced journey leaders by your side and 24/7 support throughout the journey, all you need to do is arrive. we'll take care of the rest.
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our journeys are intentionally small and require a minimum number of guests to proceed.
once you've secured your place, we'll guide you every step of the way, letting you know when it's time to book your flights, apply for visas and take care of the little details that make planning your journey simple and stress free.
we aim to confirm each journey around four months before departure, giving you plenty of time to organise everything with confidence. we do, however, recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance as soon as you secure your place.
in the unlikely event we don't reach the minimum number of guests required for the journey to proceed, we'll let you know as soon as possible and refund all payments you've made directly to us in full.