{"id":1994,"date":"2023-11-25T16:42:14","date_gmt":"2023-11-25T16:42:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/?p=1994"},"modified":"2023-11-21T16:44:13","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T16:44:13","slug":"best-walking-tours-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-walking-tours-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Best Walking Tours in India"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 8<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p class=\"normal\">Traveling does not essentially mean boarding a flight, a train, or a car. Strolling and walking also bring pleasure to a traveler, appreciating the nature around them or immersing in a heritage tour be it religious or historical. India with its plethora of magnificence has several captivating places and tourist spots that are better explored by walking. You must opt for such thrilling and pleasurable walking tours in India,<em> cherishing the rich flora<\/em> and <em>fauna<\/em>, the<em> fabulous buildings<\/em> and <em>structures<\/em>, and <em>thrilling and adventurous parks and forests.<\/em><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1996\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1996\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1996\" src=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/walking-tours-in-india.jpg\" alt=\"walking tours in india\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/walking-tours-in-india.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/walking-tours-in-india-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/walking-tours-in-india-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/walking-tours-in-india-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/walking-tours-in-india-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1996\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">walking tours in india<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"normal\">In this article, I will talk about the top 10 walking tours in India.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f43ebbc9380\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f43ebbc9380\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-walking-tours-in-india\/#1Walking_in_Kolkata_During_the_Festive_Season\" >1.Walking in Kolkata During the Festive Season<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-walking-tours-in-india\/#2_The_Delectable_Delhi_Food_Walk\" >2. The Delectable Delhi Food Walk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-walking-tours-in-india\/#3_Mumbai_Citys_Lively_Walk\" >3. Mumbai City&#8217;s Lively Walk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-walking-tours-in-india\/#4_Exploring_the_Rocky_Terrain_of_Hyderabad\" >4. Exploring the Rocky Terrain of Hyderabad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-walking-tours-in-india\/#5_Stroll_Along_the_Beaches_of_Goa\" >5. Stroll Along the Beaches of Goa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-walking-tours-in-india\/#6Witnessing_the_Iconic_Landmarks_of_Chennai\" >6.Witnessing the Iconic Landmarks of Chennai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-walking-tours-in-india\/#7_Heritage_Walk_of_Bengaluru\" >7. Heritage Walk of Bengaluru<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-walking-tours-in-india\/#8_Religious_Walking_Tour_of_Varanasi\" >8. Religious Walking Tour of\u00a0 Varanasi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-walking-tours-in-india\/#9_Heritage_walk_at_Jodhpur\" >9. Heritage walk at Jodhpur<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-walking-tours-in-india\/#10_Iris_Holidays_Kochi_Cultural_Tour\" >10. Iris Holidays Kochi Cultural Tour<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1Walking_in_Kolkata_During_the_Festive_Season\"><\/span>1.Walking in Kolkata During the Festive Season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1998\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1998\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1998\" src=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kolkata-festive-season-1.jpg\" alt=\"kolkata-festive-season\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kolkata-festive-season-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kolkata-festive-season-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kolkata-festive-season-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kolkata-festive-season-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kolkata-festive-season-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1998\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">kolkata festive season<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"normal\"><em>Durga Puja<\/em> is an auspicious festival in India and especially it is celebrated in grandeur in Kolkata, the capital city of West Bengal. Venturing out into the streets of the city at this time of the year is one of the remarkable walking tours in India. The best part is visiting Kumartuli, a prominent place in the city where the potters carve out the images and idols of the Gods and Goddesses. You can find many idols of the Goddess Durga beautifully and artistically curated by talented craftsmen. Next, you can proceed towards the Howrah bridge and the flower market to witness the surreal views of the morning&#8217;s brightness. The freshness in the air will revamp your mind and soul. You can visit the Old mint too on your way. The entire tour is free of cost. A recommendation is to start at around 5 AM in the morning to enliven your spirits with the enchanting views.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_The_Delectable_Delhi_Food_Walk\"><\/span>2. The Delectable Delhi Food Walk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1999\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1999\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1999\" src=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/delhi-street-foods.jpg\" alt=\"delhi-street-foods\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/delhi-street-foods.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/delhi-street-foods-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/delhi-street-foods-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/delhi-street-foods-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/delhi-street-foods-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1999\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">delhi street foods<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"normal\">Old Delhi is well known for its street food delicacies and some famous food joints. If you are a foodie, you will love to stroll across the streets of Old Delhi, one of the best walking tours in India. Juice shops, seafood restaurants, and food stalls selling delicious kebabs are the key attractions for a food lover. Walk along the \u201c<em>Baniya<\/em>\u201d or the vegetarian street food at the Sitaram Bazar. Once you reach there, you must savor your taste buds with mouth-watering dishes. Keep on walking along the streets and hop on to the food stalls selling dishes from Indian cuisine. You can treat yourself to some light snacks or a sumptuous meal. You will love to walk around while inhaling the aroma of the food at the stalls and restaurants. Gol-Gappa, Nagori halwa, puris, Rotis, kulcha, chole, and many more types of food can be found in the streets. If you have some more time and if your legs permit, visit the Havelis and be at a party to cook some mouth-watering vegetarian meal or even sit and watch the cooking. The walking tour is free of charge but you need to spend some money on the food and drinks.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Mumbai_Citys_Lively_Walk\"><\/span>3. Mumbai City&#8217;s Lively Walk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2000\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2000\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2000\" src=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mumbai-city-.jpg\" alt=\"mumbai-city\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mumbai-city-.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mumbai-city--300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mumbai-city--1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mumbai-city--768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/mumbai-city--1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2000\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mumbai city<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The city of Mumbai is always bustling with energy and life. Wrapped with sea beaches, artistic structures and buildings, and a plethora of street food shops, it&#8217;s a traveler\u2019s paradise. And if you want to experience such a thing, then you must venture into one of the fabulous walking tours in India &#8211; the Mumbai city walk. You will love the historical value and glamour of the city coupled with the fragrance of the foods on the streets of Dariya Mahal, Radhabai Chawl in Jogeshwari, and the Brabourne restaurant. Being in Mumbai and walking along its streets, you must not miss tasting the famous Vada Pav. It&#8217;s a delicious crispy snack made of potatoes and spices served with chutney. And then do not forget to quench your thirst with the juices and sherbets at Sikkanagar.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Exploring_the_Rocky_Terrain_of_Hyderabad\"><\/span>4. Exploring the Rocky Terrain of Hyderabad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2002\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2002\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2002\" src=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rocky-terrain-hyderabad.jpg\" alt=\"rocky-terrain-hyderabad\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rocky-terrain-hyderabad.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rocky-terrain-hyderabad-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rocky-terrain-hyderabad-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rocky-terrain-hyderabad-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/rocky-terrain-hyderabad-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2002\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">rocky terrain hyderabad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"normal\">Do you know the granite monoliths or rocky ridges and hillocks in the Deccan plateau of Hyderabad are older than those of the Himalayan range of mountains? It is believed that they are almost 2,500 million years old. Imagine trekking or hiking along those stony structures to witness them. Isn\u2019t it thrilling and exciting? Though many places have paved the way for the construction of skyscrapers or luxury malls, the natural formations are still an attraction. Exploring these historical and geological formations, and discovering hidden lakes can be indeed termed one of the adventurous walking tours in India. The rocks have different names like Hamburger, Mushroom, and Obelisk depending on their shapes and formations. You can walk around and look out for the rocks. The walk is completely free of charge and happens on the third Sunday of every month.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Stroll_Along_the_Beaches_of_Goa\"><\/span>5. Stroll Along the Beaches of Goa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2003\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2003\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2003\" src=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/goa-beach-.jpg\" alt=\" goa-beach\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/goa-beach-.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/goa-beach--300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/goa-beach--1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/goa-beach--768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/goa-beach--1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2003\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">goa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Goa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Goa<\/a> is one of the happening places in India, filled with energy, zeal, and fun. People throng Goa to immerse in its celestial beauty intertwined with its gorgeous beaches and glimmering sea waters. Strolling along the beaches of Goa is truly one of the mesmerizing walking tours in India. The tour is conducted by Bookworm, an educational firm, whose members act as the guide for the entire trip. And it&#8217;s not just a casual walk along the beaches, but you can experience a lot more fun-filled activities like a treasure hunt, locating places on a map, and many other games. The tour also includes visiting places like the Governor\u2019s place, the Museum of Christian Art, and Azad Maidan, and then following the Natural Heritage train. You are surely going to enjoy the walking tour.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>ALSO SEE<\/strong>&#8211; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/best-beach-resorts-in-goa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Best Beach Resorts In Goa For a Soothing Getaway<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6Witnessing_the_Iconic_Landmarks_of_Chennai\"><\/span>6.Witnessing the Iconic Landmarks of Chennai<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2004\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2004\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2004\" src=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/chennai-city-.jpg\" alt=\"chennai-city\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/chennai-city-.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/chennai-city--300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/chennai-city--1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/chennai-city--768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/chennai-city--1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2004\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">chennai city<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"normal\">The city of <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Chennai\">Chennai<\/a> is filled with iconic landmarks &#8211; temples, churches, statues, palatial buildings, and many more. Think of the experience of walking past each of these landmarks and engulfing in the heritage and history concealed within each of them. You will learn the Hindu mythological tales, the settling and origin of the Portuguese colonies, the legacy of Islam, and the lives of several legendary leaders. Besides, the artistic structures of buildings and the sculptures are sure to astonish you, with their charm and aura. Some of the prominent locations to hop on are Kapaleeswarar temple, St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica, the historic city center, statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Kumaraswami Kamaraj, and the beautiful Swami Vivekananda house. You must definitely want to visit the Marina and the Golden beaches of Chennai. It is one of the historical walking tours in India.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u00a0 <strong>ALSO SEE<\/strong>&#8211; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/palace-hotels-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Top 10 Palace Hotels in India<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Heritage_Walk_of_Bengaluru\"><\/span>7. Heritage Walk of Bengaluru<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2005\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2005\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2005\" src=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/heritage-bengaluru.jpg\" alt=\"heritage-bengaluru\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/heritage-bengaluru.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/heritage-bengaluru-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/heritage-bengaluru-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/heritage-bengaluru-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/heritage-bengaluru-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2005\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">heritage bengaluru<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"normal\">If you are a history buff and appreciate the Indian heritage and culture, then you must definitely try the heritage walk of <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bangalore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Bengaluru<\/a>. Forts, palaces, gardens, lakes, and churches are the embellishments one must seek in this city. And what can be more intriguing than a walk along the city streets, one of the most incredible and memorable walking tours in India, isn\u2019t it? The Summer palace of Tipu Sultan, the Bangalore palace, Lalbagh botanical gardens, Devanahalli fort, Ulsoor lake, St. Marys Basilica, and several other markets can be excellent options for a nice leisurely and comfortable walk. Some temples are from the ancient era more than 300 years old, quite alluring for a traveler who loves history and its significance. Moreover, it&#8217;s wonderful to walk past the markets selling flowers, fruits, and vegetables.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Religious_Walking_Tour_of_Varanasi\"><\/span>8. Religious Walking Tour of\u00a0 Varanasi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2007\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2007\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2007\" src=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/varanasi1.jpg\" alt=\"varanasi\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/varanasi1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/varanasi1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/varanasi1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/varanasi1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/varanasi1-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2007\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">varanasi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>For a religiously inclined person, Varanasi is a city you must be opting for. The divine temples, the holy river ghats, the lanes, the bazaars, and the flower and herb markets &#8211; all in totality are perfect places to stroll around and feel the aesthetic essence of the city. Walking along the streets and ghats is truly a blessing, watching people dip into the river, performing rituals, and the local artists with their creativities, the sadhus with their religious activities, and the renowned Ganga Aartis at the ghats. You can sit and relax after the walk at the banks of the river and soak yourself into the purity dwelling around the place. You do not need a guide for the walking tour. Varanasi can be explored quite comfortably and with ease without even wondering to be lost in the streets or worrying to miss out on the attractions<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Heritage_walk_at_Jodhpur\"><\/span>9. Heritage walk at Jodhpur<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2008\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2008\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2008\" src=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Jodhpur-heritage.jpg\" alt=\"Jodhpur-heritage\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Jodhpur-heritage.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Jodhpur-heritage-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Jodhpur-heritage-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Jodhpur-heritage-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Jodhpur-heritage-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2008\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jodhpur<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"normal\">The city of Jodhpur in<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Rajasthan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"> Rajasthan<\/a> is wrapped with history, heritage, and culture. Walking along its streets enriches one with the ancient era of the rich Indian history, especially the Rajputs. On one hand, the forts, the royal palaces, the lakes, and the temples uplift the history of Jodhpur. And on the other hand, the sanctuaries, natural parks, water parks, and zoological gardens beckon one to indulge in a thrilling and adventurous experience. So if you want to witness one of the breathtaking walking tours in India, then you must in your lifetime embark on this walking tour. Bet you won&#8217;t regret it and will surely create memories to be accounted for, for a long time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Iris_Holidays_Kochi_Cultural_Tour\"><\/span>10. Iris Holidays Kochi Cultural Tour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Indian culture is rich, old, and enchanting.<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Kochi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"> Kochi<\/a>, the coastal city of Kerala, elevates the tradition and culture of the country in its own unique way. A walk along the city will be indeed charming and beautiful. Iris Holidays Kochi Cultural tour is one of the best walking tours in India. The tour is conducted by guides speaking both Italian and English. The tourist sites are selected thoughtfully that portray the cultural part of the city. Fort Kochi is the key attraction of the tour along with the Chinese fishing nets at the banks of the sea. You can\u00a0 visit the temple and seek the blessings of Manjal Bhagvati, the turmeric goddess. For the women folk, there is a special activity of applying henna or mehndi on their hands. The next happening places are the local food markets where one can participate in a Papadum making session or watch the preparation of Puttu and Appam. Further, if you are interested, can check out kolam art, the geometrical patterns made on the floor of households with rice flour diluted thick in the water. Visit Tirumala Devaswom temple and the old palace with traditional Kerala granaries.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>ALSO SEE<\/strong>&#8211; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/locations-for-a-day-trip-from-kochi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Best Locations for a Day Trip from Kochi<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Hope you enjoyed reading about the walking tours in India. And if you are, then you must plan to book for one of the tours or may even plan the itinerary on your own<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 8<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Traveling does not essentially mean boarding a flight, a train, or a car. Strolling and walking also bring pleasure to a traveler, appreciating the nature around them or immersing in a heritage tour be it religious or historical. India with its plethora of magnificence has several captivating places and tourist spots that are better explored  &#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1996,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[58,54],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1994","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tours","category-luxury-experiences"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1994","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1994"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1994\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2060,"href":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1994\/revisions\/2060"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1996"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1994"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1994"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/luxoticholidays.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1994"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}