The tribal villagers of the vast Kachchh desert with its wide skies and infinite sands are strong and dramatic people who offer a warm welcome to the visitor. The seemingly endless variety of crafts here include tribal embroideries, indigo tie dyes, block printing, bell making, music and more. Further south, pause in a rural homestay in a greener landscape before making the climb up to the holy Jain temples on Shatrunjaya Hill which will be breathtaking and unforgettably beautiful. Visit the recently opened world’s tallest monument then finally indulge in peaceful decadence in a beautiful lakeside palace.

This is intimate India.