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Taste the Flavours of Incredible India

Culinary Trail
Food & Cooking Classes

10 Days / 9 Nights
Delhi → Lucknow → Varanasi → Jaipur → Goa → Kerala
Group / Private
4.8/5 Rating
Delhi Street Food
Rajasthani Thali
Indian Spice Market
Kerala Cooking
Goan Seafood Feast

Trip Overview

The Culinary Trail — Food & Cooking Classes Across India is the ultimate gastronomic adventure for food lovers. This 10-day journey takes you through India's most celebrated culinary regions, from the aromatic street food lanes of Delhi to the spice-laden kitchens of Kerala, offering hands-on cooking classes, market tours, and unforgettable dining experiences.

Begin your culinary odyssey in Delhi, where you'll explore the legendary street food of Chandni Chowk and learn to cook Mughlai classics. Travel to Lucknow, the city of Nawabs, famous for its refined Awadhi cuisine and world-renowned kebabs. Continue to the spiritual city of Varanasi for traditional vegetarian cooking by the Ganges.

Journey to Jaipur to master Rajasthani specialities like Dal Baati Churma in a heritage haveli kitchen. Fly to Goa for a coastal seafood masterclass, and conclude in Kerala with a traditional Sadya feast and spice plantation visit. This tour is a feast for all the senses!

Duration

10 Days / 9 Nights

Destinations

Delhi, Lucknow, Varanasi, Jaipur, Goa, Kerala

Hotels

4-Star Boutique / Heritage

Meals

All Meals Included

Cooking Classes

6 Hands-On Sessions

Guide

English-Speaking Food Expert

Highlights of the Tour

Explore Delhi's legendary Chandni Chowk on a guided street food walk — taste chaat, paranthas, jalebis & more
Learn to cook authentic Mughlai cuisine — butter chicken, biryani & kebabs in a professional Delhi kitchen
Savour the world-famous Lucknowi Galouti Kebabs & Tunday Kebabs at their birthplace
Master the art of Awadhi Dum cooking — slow-cooked biryani & korma in Lucknow
Experience a sunrise chai & kachori breakfast on the ghats of Varanasi
Cook traditional Rajasthani Dal Baati Churma in a heritage haveli kitchen in Jaipur
Visit a vibrant Indian spice market and learn about 30+ spices used in Indian cooking
Enjoy a Goan seafood cooking class — fish curry, prawn balchao & vindaloo on the beach
Tour a Kerala spice plantation — cardamom, pepper, cinnamon & vanilla in their natural habitat
Learn to prepare a traditional Kerala Sadya feast served on banana leaves with 26 dishes

Tour: Detail Itinerary

DAY 1

Arrival in Delhi — Street Food Walk

Welcome to India! Upon arrival at Delhi International Airport, our food expert will greet you and transfer you to your boutique hotel. After freshening up, begin your culinary adventure with a guided street food walk through Old Delhi.

  • Guided street food walk through Chandni Chowk — India's oldest and most famous food street
  • Taste iconic dishes: Paranthe Wali Gali paranthas, chaat, gol gappe, jalebi & rabri
  • Visit the legendary Karim's restaurant — serving Mughlai food since 1913
  • Explore the Khari Baoli Spice Market — Asia's largest wholesale spice market
  • Evening welcome dinner at a rooftop restaurant with views of Jama Masjid
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Delhi Street Food Walk
DAY 2

Delhi — Mughlai Cooking Class & Spice Market

After breakfast, dive deep into North Indian Mughlai cuisine with a hands-on cooking class led by a professional chef. Learn the secrets behind India's most beloved dishes.

  • Morning visit to INA Market — Delhi's gourmet food market for fresh ingredients
  • Hands-on cooking class: Learn to make Butter Chicken, Dal Makhani, Naan, Biryani & Gulab Jamun
  • Learn about Indian spice blending — create your own garam masala to take home
  • Enjoy your self-cooked Mughlai lunch with the chef
  • Afternoon visit to Humayun's Tomb & India Gate for cultural sightseeing
Overnight stay in Delhi.
Delhi Spice Market
DAY 3

Delhi to Lucknow — Awadhi Cuisine & Kebab Trail

Fly to Lucknow, the city of Nawabs, renowned for its refined Awadhi cuisine. This city is the kebab capital of India, where food is an art form perfected over centuries.

  • Arrive in Lucknow and check into a heritage hotel
  • Guided kebab trail through the old city — taste Tunday Kebabs, Galouti Kebabs & Seekh Kebabs
  • Visit the iconic Tunday Kababi — serving legendary kebabs since 1905
  • Explore Aminabad Market for local sweets — Malai Ki Gilori & Shahi Tukda
  • Evening Awadhi Dum cooking class — learn the slow-cooking techniques of Lucknowi Biryani & Korma
Overnight stay in Lucknow.
Lucknow Biryani
DAY 4

Lucknow to Varanasi — Sacred Food by the Ganges

Travel to Varanasi, one of the world's oldest living cities, where food is deeply intertwined with spirituality. Experience the unique vegetarian cuisine of this sacred city.

  • Early morning sunrise chai on the ghats — traditional clay cup chai with kachori & jalebi
  • Guided food walk through the narrow lanes — taste tamatar chaat, lassi, thandai & malaiyyo
  • Visit the famous Blue Lassi Shop — serving thick, creamy lassi for over 80 years
  • Vegetarian cooking class — learn to make Banarasi Aloo Dum, Chena Dahi Vada & Litti Chokha
  • Evening Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat followed by dinner
Overnight stay in Varanasi.
Varanasi Chai & Street Food
DAY 5

Varanasi to Jaipur — The Pink City Awaits

After a leisurely breakfast, fly to Jaipur — the Pink City of Rajasthan. Known for its vibrant culture, stunning architecture, and rich Rajasthani cuisine that reflects the desert landscape.

  • Arrive in Jaipur and check into a heritage haveli hotel
  • Afternoon visit to the colourful Johari Bazaar for local snacks — pyaaz kachori, ghewar & mirchi vada
  • Explore Jaipur's famous sweet shops — taste Mawa Kachori, Imarti & Rabri
  • Visit the magnificent Hawa Mahal & City Palace
  • Evening traditional Rajasthani dinner with folk music & dance performance
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Rajasthani Thali
DAY 6

Jaipur — Rajasthani Cooking Class & Amber Fort

A full day in Jaipur dedicated to Rajasthani cuisine and iconic sightseeing. Learn to cook the desert state's most celebrated dishes in a beautiful heritage kitchen.

  • Morning visit to Amber Fort — a stunning hilltop fortress with intricate mirror work
  • Hands-on Rajasthani cooking class in a heritage haveli — learn Dal Baati Churma, Gatte Ki Sabzi, Ker Sangri & Laal Maas
  • Learn the art of Indian bread making — roti, naan, paratha & baati on a traditional chulha (clay oven)
  • Enjoy your self-cooked Rajasthani thali lunch
  • Evening free for shopping at Bapu Bazaar — buy spices, textiles & handicrafts
Overnight stay in Jaipur.
Tandoori Cooking Class Jaipur
DAY 7

Jaipur to Goa — Coastal Culinary Paradise

Fly from Jaipur to Goa, India's beloved coastal paradise. Goan cuisine is a unique fusion of Indian and Portuguese flavours, featuring fresh seafood, coconut, and tangy vinegar-based dishes.

  • Arrive in Goa and check into a beachside boutique resort
  • Visit a local Goan fish market — learn to select fresh seafood like the locals
  • Goan seafood cooking class — learn to make Fish Curry Rice, Prawn Balchao, Chicken Xacuti & Bebinca
  • Learn about Goan spice pastes — recheado, balchao & cafreal marinades
  • Evening beach dinner with fresh grilled seafood & Goan Feni tasting
Overnight stay in Goa.
Goan Seafood Feast
DAY 8

Goa to Kerala — Spice Plantation & Backwaters

Fly to Kochi, Kerala — the Spice Coast of India. Kerala's cuisine is defined by coconut, curry leaves, black pepper & fresh seafood, creating some of India's most aromatic and flavourful dishes.

  • Arrive in Kochi and transfer to a spice plantation resort in the Western Ghats
  • Guided spice plantation tour — see cardamom, black pepper, cinnamon, vanilla & nutmeg growing in their natural habitat
  • Learn about Ayurvedic cooking principles — the ancient Indian science of food & health
  • Kerala cooking class — learn to make Appam & Stew, Fish Moilee, Avial & Payasam
  • Evening Kathakali dance performance followed by a traditional Kerala dinner
Overnight stay in Kerala.
Kerala Cooking
DAY 9

Kerala — Sadya Feast & Backwater Cruise

Your penultimate day features the grand finale of your culinary journey — learning to prepare a traditional Kerala Sadya, the elaborate vegetarian feast served on banana leaves during festivals.

  • Morning visit to a local Kerala market for fresh coconut, tamarind & curry leaves
  • Sadya cooking masterclass — learn to prepare 12+ dishes including Sambar, Rasam, Olan, Thoran, Pachadi & Payasam
  • Enjoy the Sadya feast you prepared — served traditionally on banana leaves
  • Afternoon backwater houseboat cruise in Alleppey with traditional Kerala lunch on board
  • Evening farewell dinner at a waterfront restaurant with a curated tasting menu
Overnight stay in Kerala.
South Indian Breakfast
DAY 10

Kerala — Departure with Fond Memories

After a leisurely breakfast featuring traditional South Indian dishes — dosa, idli, vada & filter coffee — check out from the hotel. Depending on your departure time, enjoy some last-minute experiences.

  • Enjoy a final South Indian breakfast — Masala Dosa, Idli Sambar, Vada & Filter Coffee
  • Receive your personalised recipe booklet — all recipes from your 6 cooking classes
  • Collect your custom spice box — a curated selection of Indian spices to take home
  • Transfer to Kochi Airport for your onward journey
  • Tour ends with wonderful culinary memories of India!
Tour ends. We hope you had a delicious journey!
Indian Cooking Class

Inclusion & Exclusion

What's Included

12 Items
  • 9 Nights accommodation in 4-Star boutique / heritage hotels
  • All meals — breakfast, lunch & dinner throughout the tour
  • 6 hands-on cooking classes with professional chefs & local cooks
  • All internal flights (Delhi–Lucknow, Varanasi–Jaipur, Jaipur–Goa, Goa–Kochi)
  • All transfers & sightseeing by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking food expert guide throughout the tour
  • Guided street food walks & market tours in each city
  • Spice plantation tour in Kerala
  • Backwater houseboat cruise in Alleppey
  • Personalised recipe booklet & custom spice box to take home
  • All applicable taxes (GST)
  • 24/7 on-trip support & assistance

What's Not Included

7 Items
  • International airfare to/from India
  • Alcoholic beverages (available at additional cost)
  • Personal expenses — laundry, phone calls, tips, shopping
  • Travel insurance
  • Camera fees at monuments (where applicable)
  • Any services not mentioned in the inclusion list
  • Festival / Peak season surcharges (if applicable)

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  • 10 Days / 9 Nights
    Duration
  • Delhi → Lucknow → Varanasi → Jaipur → Goa → Kerala
    Route
  • 6 Cooking Classes
    Hands-On Sessions
  • 4.8/5 Rating
    Guest Reviews
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What Our Food Travellers Say

"This culinary tour was the highlight of our year! The cooking classes were incredible — we learned so much about Indian spices and techniques. The street food walk in Delhi was an absolute revelation. We've been recreating the recipes at home ever since!"
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James & Claire Wilson

United Kingdom
"As a professional chef, I thought I knew Indian food. This tour completely changed my perspective! The Lucknow kebab trail was extraordinary, and learning Awadhi Dum cooking from a local master was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The Kerala spice plantation was magical."
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Antoine Dubois

France
"I booked this tour as a solo traveller and it was the best decision! Every meal was a discovery, every cooking class was fun and informative. The Goan seafood class on the beach was dreamy, and the farewell Sadya feast in Kerala brought tears to my eyes. Truly unforgettable!"
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Priya Sharma

Canada
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FAQ — Culinary Trail Tour

Do I need any cooking experience to join this tour?
Not at all! Our cooking classes are designed for all skill levels — from complete beginners to experienced home cooks and even professional chefs. Our instructors are patient, encouraging, and will guide you through every step. The focus is on having fun while learning authentic Indian cooking techniques.
Can the tour accommodate dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free)?
Absolutely! Indian cuisine is incredibly vegetarian and vegan-friendly. We can customise every cooking class and meal to accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, or any other dietary requirements. Just let us know when booking and we'll tailor the entire culinary experience to your needs.
What is the best time of year for this culinary tour?
The best time is from October to March when the weather is pleasant across all destinations. This is also the season for many Indian food festivals and fresh seasonal ingredients. The monsoon season (July–September) offers a unique experience in Kerala and Goa with special rainy-season dishes, though some outdoor activities may be affected.
Will I get recipes to take home?
Yes! You will receive a personalised recipe booklet containing all the recipes from your 6 cooking classes, complete with step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and chef's tips. You'll also receive a custom spice box with carefully selected Indian spices so you can recreate the dishes at home immediately.
Is the street food safe to eat?
Safety is our top priority. Our food expert guides carefully select only the most reputable and hygienic street food vendors — many of which have been serving food for generations. We choose vendors known for high turnover (ensuring freshness) and clean preparation methods. We also provide bottled water and hand sanitiser throughout the food walks.
How spicy is Indian food? Can the spice level be adjusted?
Indian food ranges from mild to very spicy, and our chefs will always adjust the spice level to your preference during cooking classes. You'll learn that Indian spices are about flavour, not just heat — many dishes use aromatic spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and saffron that add depth without any chilli heat at all.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Yes! We specialise in customised culinary tours. You can extend the tour, add extra destinations (like Hyderabad for biryani, Amritsar for Punjabi food, or Kolkata for Bengali sweets), upgrade hotels, or focus on specific cuisines. Just fill out the enquiry form with your preferences and we'll create a tailor-made culinary itinerary for you.
What is the cancellation policy?
We offer flexible cancellation: Full refund if cancelled 30+ days before departure. 50% refund if cancelled 15-29 days before. No refund for cancellations within 14 days of departure. We recommend purchasing travel insurance for added protection.

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