{"id":6398,"date":"2015-10-13T12:50:19","date_gmt":"2015-10-13T11:50:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/?p=6398"},"modified":"2020-12-22T17:31:03","modified_gmt":"2020-12-22T17:31:03","slug":"indias-top-10-experiences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/indias-top-10-experiences\/","title":{"rendered":"Matt’s Top 10 India Experiences"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"IMG_4821\"<\/a>The below is a broad overview some of\u00a0the best experiences\u00a0we have on\u00a0offer. From the cool Himalayan mountains, to the cultural delights of Rajasthan, to the less populated beaches of Kerala – these ideas are just a starting point.<\/p>\n

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1. Stay in a remote Fort<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rural India offers a way of life you may never have known existed. Perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of the cities, you can stay in old forts and spend your time meandering through local villages with staff, relaxing with a Gin and Tonic on a turret and spot various species of birds at sunset. Two of my favourite hotels I visited on my trip in May were Bhainsrorgarh<\/a> and Ramathra <\/a>Fort. Excellent conversation with the owners and\u00a0home cooked food.<\/p>\n

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Ramathra Fort<\/p><\/div>\n

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Bhainsrorgarh Fort Lawn<\/div><\/a>\"\"
Bhainsrogarh Fort on the River Chambal<\/div><\/a>\"\"
Lunch inside Bhainsrorgarh Fort<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n
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2. A Heritage Homestay<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kerala used to be the only place to experience a homestay, but now there are many dotted throughout India. One of my favourites is Dera Mandawa<\/a> in Jaipur which is essentially like a friendly, heritage B&B in the UK. The charismatic Durga Singh is your host and his homestay\u00a0offers some amazing experiences like learning to cook traditional curry and trying your hand at turban tying. Just hearing\u00a0about the home’s history is an experience in itself!\u00a0The rooms are beautiful and with only 9 it feels very personal and intimate.<\/p>\n

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Local peformer at Dewa Mandara<\/p><\/div>\n

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Dera Mandara Courtyard<\/div><\/a>\"\"
Bedroom<\/div><\/a>\"\"
Lounge <\/div><\/a><\/div>\n
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