India & Sri Lanka food tours

Discover the spice-filled splendour of Indian and Sri Lankan food

The flavours of Indian and Sri Lankan cuisine are as rich as the histories that have influenced them. From the dizzying streets of Delhi to the sandy shores of Mirissa, these adventures are packed with authentic experiences that will delight and surprise even the most seasoned tastebuds. Taste fresh aloo paratha and chaat from roadside snack vendors, learn how to make classic Rajasthani deserts and sip Sri Lankan tea straight from the source. You’ll never look at curry in the same way again.

Our India and Sri Lanka food trips

Map of Sri Lanka Real Food Adventure including Sri Lanka

India & Sri Lanka food highlights

A plate of paneer curry, dahl and roti made at a cooking class in Jaipur, India

Dhal and roti

Nothing says 'comfort food' in South Asia more than dhal and roti. Made with lentils and a fragrant blend of spices including cumin, ginger and turmeric, it makes for a filling, nutirious and addictive meal any time of day. Eat like a local and tear off pieces of the roti to use as a spoon for the dahl.

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Chai

You’ll never forget the morning calls of chai wallahs as they boil up this sweet-smelling beverage of black tea, warming spices, milk and sugar. Although food may vary greatly from region to region, the ritual of making and drinking chai is a daily ritual all over South Asia.

India Real Food Adventure

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Thali

Struggling to choose just one dish? Order a thali. This platter typically includes several curry options, dahl, chutney, raita, bread and a pappadum for good measure. This diversity on your plate is a deliberate (and delicious!) way to create a balance of textures, flavours and nutrients.

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Why choose us

Real, authentic experiences

We love the highlights, but for us, the real magic is found off the tourist trails. Our trips combine iconic sites with hidden gems that you’ll only discover with Intrepid. We’re talking mornings exploring the Taj Mahal, followed by a Mughlai cooking class with a passionate home cook.

Local expertise

Whether you’re perusing markets, hunting down the best street food bites or learning how to cook centuries-old family recipes at a homestay, there’s no better way to get the inside scoop on a destination – and its culinary traditions – than with an expert local leader by your side.

Small groups

Big coaches and flag-toting tour guides don’t cut it for us. With a maximum group size of 12, our groups blend in with the locals and have plenty of opportunities to interact with chefs, street food vendors and group leaders. It also means you can really connect with your fellow foodies.