The Indian Wedding Tour : Dance, Textile, Workshops all inclusive

Loved it

Nupam was so fun!!!! I loved the dance lesson. I wish we could’ve tried on the wedding guest outfits instead of just looking at them.

Response from the operator: Thank you for your great feedback! We’re so glad you had fun with Nupam and enjoyed the dance lesson! It’s always exciting to bring cultural experiences to life. Your suggestion about the wedding guest outfits is a great idea, and we’ll definitely keep that in mind for future tours. Hope to see you again for more fun experiences!

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The wedding preparations experience

We had a great day learning about the Indian weddings. We did many experiences learning Bollywood dance, trying and seeing intricate cross stitch. We had an amazing tour guide Tanu! She is going places :)

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So much fun

The experience was unforgettable! We had a blast! We did things that we couldn’t have without Tanu and experienced so much of the culture! She made sure it was special for us, and also cared to learn about our lives and interests. She was a fun person to be with!

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Unique, Unexpected, and Heartwarming. A Perfect Day Exploring India’s Wedding Culture from the Inside.

My husband and I came to India to attend a wedding. Therefore, when we were in Delhi, we decided we must do the Wedding India Tour with No Footprints. We spent the day with our walk leader, Esha Sahor Lepcha. The day was just magical. December happens to be wedding season so we experienced first hand the excitement of the season. Once Esha knew we were attending a wedding, not only did she explain all there is to know about its cultural significance but she made sure we would be prepared for the event. Even taking the time to help us purchase the outfits needed for the different wedding events. We have traveled to many countries and we are often pushed to buy things, but with Esha, she understood our budget and worked with the shop owners to ensure they kept us within our budget. We felt very taken care of, and felt like she was working in our best interest. The tour itself was so fun! We were taken to the studio of a famous Indian dancer and learned a popular wedding dance from her apprentice. Having a private tour experience, we felt free to play and have fun at our dance session. We never would have found this experience on our own. We also enjoyed walking in the high-end wedding fashion district. It was a huge contrast to the chaos and energy of the wedding market in Old Delhi. I loved both. We also experienced an embroidery lesson, given by a young man who has worked 22 years in his craft. He was a true artisan. And while he spoke no English, Esha translated our conversation so we could learn from him. This was held in the fashion workroom of the designers. It gave us a behind the scenes look at how the stunningly beautiful and elaborate clothing is made. In the evening, we walked the streets lined with shop after shop of clothing like you’ve never seen. The tiny alley ways were lit with twinkling lights and Esha was so proud to show us this aspect of Delhi. It was not expected. Next we went to a fortune teller. That was so fun! Esha explained that couples with arranged marriages go to see if they are a good fit and is a big part of the wedding processes. After 35 years of marriage, I was assured by our Dr. fortune teller, a larger than life man who looked like he came straight from the movies, we’d be ok:) and he actually hit on some pretty specific points that were spot on! Esha also accommodated last minute requests for a quick stop or a bite to eat. We had a wonderful and kind driver, Saabir, with us the entire time, when we weren’t being whisked through the bustling streets in a rickshaw he was there to drive us from location to location in a beautiful, clean, air conditioned van. We felt so safe and pampered the entire day. Lastly we enjoyed our conversations with Esha. She is so knowledgeable on many topics. It was interesting to learn about all things political, social, historical, cultural, including current events. Esha is a young woman in her 30’s and so her fresh take on the future of India was insightful. We felt lucky to be with someone so well versed in so many topics. I can’t wait to spend the rest of our days with No Footprints. The tours are unique and carefully curated for experiences that are above expectation.

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful experience with us! We are delighted to hear that your Wedding India Tour with Esha was such a memorable and enriching part of your journey in Delhi. Esha has a remarkable ability to make every tour personal and meaningful, and it’s heartwarming to know she went above and beyond to prepare you for the wedding you were attending. From helping with your wedding outfits to ensuring you stayed within your budget, it’s clear she truly cared about making you feel comfortable and cared for. Your description of the day sounds magical! Learning a wedding dance at the studio, exploring both the high-end wedding fashion district and the lively Old Delhi wedding market, and experiencing the intricate art of embroidery gave such a complete and vibrant picture of India’s wedding culture. It’s wonderful that Esha could guide you through these contrasting aspects with such pride and insight. The fortune-telling session sounds like such a fun and unexpected highlight, and we’re glad you had the chance to experience this unique part of wedding traditions! Dr. Fortune Teller must have been quite the character, and it’s lovely to hear he reassured you of your long and happy marriage in his own dramatic style.

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Insightful Indian wedding tour with the fabulous Tanu as your guide.

Take this tour with Tanu -she is a wealth of knowledge and such a personality. She was so invested in our satisfaction. She shares her personal story and insights as she explains different aspects of an Indian wedding. First stop was a Bollywood style dance lesson where we learned some choreographed steps. Our dance instructor had such an upbeat personality . She made it fun to learn and taught us what all the arm movements signified in the dance. Educated about dance, we headed to a high end clothing district where we met a tailor who does intricate custom work! Various styles were presented to us while we each embroidered our initials on cloth. The last stop was with a guru who gave us some insight into our futures. Fun tour- a nice break from the crowded streets and endless car honking.

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