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Things to do in South India

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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews

Explore Mysore's Hidden Gems

Experience Mysore's unique markets, crafts, and fragrances with a local.

5 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews

Discover Bangalore Most Tourists Miss

Tired of those usual touristy spots? Experience the life of locals - all while walking through local market, temples, tasting food, seeing murals, and a peaceful lake - with a young guide.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 81 reviews

Explore Halasuru's cultural sites

Walk through pre and post-colonial changes in this historic area.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 229 reviews

Kayak in Pondy mangroves with instructor

Paddle through open backwaters and patches of mangroves. Discover stories of ancient port ruins and ecology - weight limit 170kgs for 2 people total. Timings are based on Tides

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 274 reviews

Cycle tour of Pondicherry

Cycle through French and Tamil quarters for colonial monuments, architecture and culture.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 799 reviews

Dharavi Slum Tour with Optional Dhobi ghat Laundry

Discover the largest slum in India through an educational and insightful visit.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews

City history & architecture walk

Stroll Garden City’s streets and explore its rich history and iconic Indian architecture.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 385 reviews

Get hooked on Fishing Anjuna

Learn pro fishing techniques like bait and spin on a hike in Baga. Get in touch with us before booking we need a min number for the activity to be hosted. Available in south Goa (private reservation)

5 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews

Walking Tour of Mysore - Stories, Food and Culture

Explore Mysore like a local on this walking tour- History, food and culture of Mysore at its best by Fez from Mysore City Tours

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Play with clay : Fun weekend pottery workshop

Step into a cozy clay studio this weekend and learn the basics of wheel throwing. No experience needed just bring your curiosity and create your own handmade ceramic piece.

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Discover Bengaluru’s Hidden Gems with a local

Visit the famed Bull Temple with a local travel host, wander Chickpet and a bustling flower & fruits market, and try favorite vegetarian snacks along VV Puram Food Street.

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Visit Bollywood shoots with a studio insider

Stand beside live film and dance shoots, try singing in a professional sound studio and move through detailed market, temple and village sets.

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Trace Coorg heritage with a curator

Visit Coorg’s sacred highlights, from Bhagamandala’s Triveni Sangam and Abbey Falls to the glass bridge, Omkareshwar Temple, Madikeri Fort, and Sunny Side Museum, with stories of Kodava heritage.

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Mumbai: All Inclusive Full-Day Guided Tour by Car

Join a history-trained local inside the rock-cut Elephants Caves, then see the Gateway of India, the Taj Mahal Palace facade, Dhobi Ghat and Marine Drive.

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Mumbai Sightseeing and Dabbawala Tour

Explore Mumbai like a local! Discover CSMT, Dhobi Ghat, Dadar Flower Market and the famous Dabbawalas while traveling by local train with a passionate Mumbai guide.

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Dogs, cows & goats: inside an Indian shelter

Spend a morning inside a working animal rescue in Hyderabad — meet the dogs, cows and goats we've pulled off the streets, hear their stories, walk the sanctuary, and join our team on a feeding round.

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All Inclusive Elephanta Caves Tour

Elephanta Caves are a network of rock-cut cave temples dating back to the 5th to 7th centuries, located on Elephanta Island in Mumbai primarily dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.

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Private Estate Coffee Plantation Trek & Waterfall

Trek across a sprawling coffee estate with a plantation host, enjoy wholesome local breakfast, plunge into a private waterfall , then linger by the lake with boating and pool access.

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ThisConnect Secret Farmstory Lunch

Walk the fields with a farmer chef, hear how this farm came to life, then linger over an eight-course menu plated with intimate stories, fresh ingredients and music. Make new friends for life!

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Explore Chikkamagaluru's four ancient temple

Walk four renowned Hoysala temples with a cultural immersion curator and study intricate carvings, spiritual rituals and rich stone architecture up close.