Geographic Expeditions

The Magic of India

Woman wearing a saree at the Taj Mahal, Agra, India

Explore India on an All-Women Tour

India is one of the world’s richest destinations for cultural travel, offering a rich blend of ancient history, living spirituality, iconic architecture, and deep cultural immersion. This women’s small group journey in India explores Mumbai, Rajasthan, and Agra’s Taj Mahal while connecting with the women who sustain many of the country’s renowned artistic and cultural traditions. Through this lens, the journey reveals fresh color and perspective on India’s enduring cultural heritage.

Woman at Amber Fort, Jaipur, India
Women embroidering in India
Bedroom at Chanoud Garh, India
Jaipur city palace, India
Woman drinking tea in Udaipur, India

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What to Expect

With hands-on craft workshops, blessing ceremonies, and meaningful conversations, gain a deeper understanding of India’s heritage and the communities that preserve it. Explore by day with city strolls, rickshaw rides, and by vintage car, and come evening, settle into the comforts of your historic properties, including a 300-year-old former royal residence. As the journey through India concludes, the friendships formed along the way endure, along with a deep sense of connection to India, its people, and the traditions that shape everyday life.


Trip Highlights

  • Enjoy the balance of cultural exploration, textile shopping, and relaxation, with Ayurvedic treatments available throughout your journey
  • Share laughter, stories, and sundowners while watching the sun dip behind the Pink City of Jaipur
  • Savor the region’s food traditions in kitchens (while preparing meals with hospitable hosts) and at private palace dinners
  • Connect with prominent social organizations empowering women while visiting NGOs in Mumbai, Rajasthan, and Agra
  • Optional extension to explore the sepia-colored, spiritual haven that is Varanasi

Upcoming Departures

  • March 7 – March 18, 2027
  • November 7 – November 18, 2027

Custom Trips Offered

  • Departures Offered Year-Round

Trip Pricing

  • Group Trip: From $17,975

    Optional Varanasi Extension (3 days): From $2,450 per person

    Based on single occupancy

Inclusions

All handpicked accommodations, ground transportation, and airport transfers

All guided sightseeing, events, and experiences

Premier GeoEx Trip Leader and top-tier local guides

Most meals

Most gratuities

Emergency evacuation services and secondary medical expense insurance

Dedicated support from GeoEx’s travel experts and in-house air reservations team

Your Route Through India

Journey at a Glance

  1. Saris in Mumbai, India
    Days 1 – 2

    Mumbai Explorations

    In Mumbai, get a taste for delicate mithai at a sweets-making class, then drape yourself in iconic prints and colors with a shopping tour. An inspiring dinner at Ratan Tata Institute lends insight into their work to empower Parsi women.

  2. Cooking class at Chanoud Garh, India
    Days 3 – 4

    Discover Rural Rajasthan

    Immerse in the traditions and artistry of Rajasthani village life. In the 300-year-old kitchen of your heritage property, prepare a traditional meal, then share flavors and stories with the hospitable family proprietors.  

Meet Your Trip Leader

Leader

Punam Gandhi

Punam Gandhi brings nearly two decades of guiding experience in the travel industry. She learned the trade from her father, one of India’s pioneering guides. Growing up, she cherished the stories he shared after each trip and now delights in creating her own memorable moments as she shares India’s history, art, and culture with her guests.

Varanasi Ganges river ghat with view of migratory birds on river Ganga at sunset

Varanasi Trip Extension

Extend your trip to Varanasi with an optional 2-night journey. Varanasi is one of the world’s greatest pilgrimage cities, and this extension immerses you in its spiritual spaces. Explore UNESCO-listed Sarnath, then experience the storied Ganges River by private boat. Connect with your travel specialist to learn more.

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Smiling group of diverse women talking while sitting together around a meeting area set outside in a scenic wellness retreat

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Taj Mahal at sunset, India