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India & Sri Lanka food tours

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

Inspired by dozens of ethnic subcultures, the flavors of Indian and Sri Lankan cuisine are as rich as the histories that have influenced them. From the dizzying streets of Delhi to the majestic palaces of Udaipur, and the lush countryside of Kandy to the sandy shores of Mirissa, our itineraries are packed with authentic experiences that will delight and surprise even the most seasoned tastebuds. Taste fresh aloo paratha, tamarind chutney, chaat from roadside snack vendors, home-cooked Rajasthan curry and Sri Lankan tea picked straight from the plantation. You’ll never look at curry in the same way again.

Explore the flavours of India. Be Open. Be Intrepid.

India & Sri Lanka food highlights

Bowl of fresh steaming vegetarian dhal
Dhal and roti
Nothing says 'comfort food' in South Asia more than dhal and roti. Made with lentils and herbs and spices such as curry leaves, cumin, ginger and turmeric, it makes a great dish for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Eat like a local and tear off pieces of the roti to use as a spoon.
Local chef prepares a fresh pan of chai
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 common all over South Asia.
Plate of different Indian of dishes curries and foods
Thali
Struggling to choose just one curry? Fear not. A thali comprises several eye-popping, dishes served on a large plate. The dishes typically include grains, lentils, vegetables or meat curries, chutney, raita, pickles and pappadum – creating the perfect balance of sweet, salty, bitter, sour, astringent and spicy flavors.

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.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 based on 137 reviews submitted.
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Sri Lanka Real Food Adventure

Amanda · Traveled May 2024
The Sri Lanka food tour exceeded my expectations, and was due to the Cohesiveness of the group and its team leader Prageeth. We covered alot of ground in 12 days as we ate our way through Sri Lanka. As said in previous reviews be prepared to leave heavier than you arrived. Overall great trip.
Review submitted 28 May 2024

Sri Lanka Real Food Adventure

Laura · Traveled May 2024
Absolutely loved this trip, so much delicious food, fantastic (and many) inclusions and our leader Prageeth was amazing. A great focus on sustainability too. Definitely recommend!
Review submitted 28 May 2024

Sri Lanka Real Food Adventure

Julie · Traveled May 2024
This trip opened my eyes to Sri Lanka . I have a great understanding of the culture and food now and enjoyed all the tourist sites we visited . Our leader Pragee was excellent and he went over and above his job with any request . I would recommend this tour if you love food and the cultural experiences . Well worth it !
Review submitted 30 May 2024

Sri Lanka Real Food Adventure

Elizabeth · Traveled April 2024
Highly recommend this trip with a good taste of the traditional foods & meeting the local communities of Sri Lanka.
Review submitted 10 May 2024

Sri Lanka Real Food Adventure

Robert · Traveled April 2024
Real Food Sri Lanka was a great way to see parts of Sri Lanka not possible with independent travel. We met and ate at mostly local peoples homes where we were welcomed and looked after, in some cases entertained. Group leader was outstanding, a passionate, thoughtful and sensitive man. The trip was varied and well paced, plenty to do each day., not just food oriented either. I thoroughly enjoyed it and highly recommend.
Review submitted 23 Apr 2024
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