Hi, I am Gaurav.
Years ago, I had a comfortable tech job in the fast-paced world of software. But my travels across India and beyond changed everything. A stay in a village in Rajasthan and a road trip to the North East opened my eyes to something more profound – connection. I shared stories over chai and dumplings and listened to stories passed down through generations.
That is when The Folk Tales was born.
I wanted to create travel experiences that go beyond checklists and bucket lists. The kind where you sit in a kitchen with a local family, walk through mustard fields, learn traditional crafts and cuisine. Real, raw, rooted travel.
Since 2013, my team and I have been working with communities across India—helping them open their homes for you, and ensuring the tours benefit them directly.
Thanks for being here.
Whether you are looking for a meaningful experience in India or are simply curious, I hope our paths cross.
Since 2013, The Folk Tales has been crafting award-winning, immersive journeys across India. Our mission is to uncover the gems of off-beat India and revive local cultures through sustainable, community-based travel. The tailor-made and small group tours bring hands-on experiences with the communities and stay with families and boutique hotels, all of which enrich your experience of visiting India.
We design tailor-made and small group tours in India that focus on responsible tourism that empowers communities and preserves cultural heritage. The tours blend iconic highlights with hidden, offbeat experiences.
Community-Led Experiences – Partnering directly with communities to provide authentic homestays. We ensure your fees go straight to host families and local entrepreneurs while offering travellers an unparalleled cultural immersion.
Preserving Folk Traditions – Tours are designed around storytelling, local festivals, and the native folklore, bringing ancient traditions to life once more.
Eco-Conscious Travel – During your tour, we provide alternative methods using which you can avoid single-use plastic. We support community-run farming, locally sourced materials, and reduced-waste principles in every destination.
Want to partner with us to host your clients in India?
Custom Tours – Bespoke itineraries across diverse regions in the west, north, north-east, and central India, tailored to your interests, timeline, and budget. If you like the privacy of being with your partner or family, and exploring India beyond its usual monuments, the tailor-made option designs the tours exactly how you desire.
Day Tours – Short but vivid experiences or walking tours in places like Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and beyond. Expect culinary strolls, artisan visits, and local storytelling in urban landscapes. If you are already in the city and want a quick walking tour with an expert storyteller, this is an ideal option for you.
