At WalkAroundIndia, we believe the best way to experience India is to look beyond the obvious and discover the stories, traditions and people that give each place its character. Our walking tours bring together architecture, art, crafts, culture and history, led by knowledgeable scholars, architects, cultural practitioners and passionate storytellers. Every walk is designed to offer a deeper, more thoughtful understanding of India — while remaining engaging, personal and enjoyable.
But the true measure of any journey is what our guests take away from it. From discovering hidden architectural details and meeting local artisans to exploring historic neighbourhoods and seeing familiar places through a new perspective, our guests have shared some wonderful reflections on their experiences with WalkAroundIndia.
Here are a few of their stories, impressions and memories:
From traditional crafts and local artisans to the architectural details of historic buildings, every experience felt carefully curated. The pace was relaxed, allowing us to actually observe and appreciate our surroundings rather than rushing from one attraction to another. There was a wonderful balance between scholarship and storytelling, which made the experience engaging without ever feeling like a lecture. WalkAroundIndia has clearly put a great deal of thought into creating meaningful cultural experiences. For anyone looking to explore India beyond the usual tourist circuit, we would highly recommend them.
WalkAroundIndia delivers the kind of travel experience that stays with you long after the tour is over. Every detail appeared thoughtfully planned, from the places selected to the stories shared along the way. We particularly enjoyed discovering India’s architectural heritage through their tour, as our guide pointed out details we would have completely missed on our own. What makes WalkAroundIndia special is their ability to connect architecture, art, history and everyday life. The experience never felt like a standard sightseeing tour.
The stories behind the objects, buildings and traditions were particularly fascinating. Nothing felt rehearsed or superficial. Our guide had an impressive understanding of Indian art, architecture and culture, but explained everything in a way that was accessible and engaging. We also appreciated the smaller details—the choice of locations, the pace of the experience and the opportunity to ask questions. WalkAroundIndia is ideal for travellers who want to understand India rather than simply photograph it. It was one of the most rewarding experiences of our trip.
From our first interaction with WalkAroundIndia, the professionalism of the team was evident. Everything was organised seamlessly, but what really distinguished the experience was the passion and knowledge of the people conducting our tour. They clearly care deeply about India’s art, architecture and cultural heritage, and that enthusiasm was infectious. We were introduced to aspects of the city and its traditions that we would never have discovered independently. The explanations were detailed but never unnecessarily complicated, and there was always room for questions and conversation.
“Two journeys with WalkAroundIndia—and we are already looking forward to our third.”
We first travelled with WalkAroundIndia on a journey through Delhi, Chandigarh and Jaipur, where we discovered India through its architecture, history and culture in a way we had never experienced before.
Our second journey took us from Delhi to Varanasi, Kolkata and Darjeeling, offering a completely different perspective of India.
What made both journeys special was the personal attention, depth of knowledge and thoughtful way in which every place was introduced to us. We never felt that we were simply following a sightseeing itinerary. We were encouraged to look, ask questions, understand and experience.
After two journeys, we are already excited about returning to India for our third WalkAroundIndia journey.
Repeat Guests / Austria
“India seen through the eyes of someone who truly understands its art and architecture.”
I have travelled with WalkAroundIndia on two private journeys focused on India’s art and architecture, including experiences in Chandigarh and Delhi.
What distinguishes WalkAroundIndia is the depth of knowledge and the ability to look beyond the obvious. Dr. Avita and team brings together architecture, history, art and everyday life, making each place far more meaningful than a conventional sightseeing experience.
The journeys were carefully planned, personal and intellectually engaging, with a wonderful balance between specialist knowledge and the experience of simply being in India.
I would happily travel with WalkAroundIndia again and look forward to discovering more of India through their perspective..
Richard Parr / UK
“A journey designed with extraordinary attention to detail.”
For anyone interested in architecture, art and culture, WalkAroundIndia offers something very different from a standard India tour.
The itinerary was thoughtfully designed around our interests, with specialist interpretation, carefully chosen places and experiences that we would never have discovered on our own.
The combination of architecture, local knowledge, cultural insight and personal attention made the journey both stimulating and deeply enjoyable.
It felt genuinely curated rather than packaged.