Glide Across Lake Pichola: Udaipur’s Sparkling Lake That Gave the City Its Name and Its Soul

Sushma invites you to her kitchen, the heart of her home, to share her passion for cooking that has spanned over three decades. As the pioneering cooking teacher in Udaipur, she has taught more than 40,000 students from all over the world. She will guide you through the aromatic process of making masala chai, kneading chapatis, and cooking flavorful curries. What sets Sushma's Cooking Demonstration apart is her gentle and encouraging approach. She will demonstrate each step, share stories, and invite you to taste and adjust along the way. The warm and well-stocked kitchen reflects the warmth of a family, and after cooking, you will sit together to enjoy the dishes you helped prepare. Sushma's clarity, kindness, and the authenticity of her North Indian recipes have received glowing reviews. With karmaventura, this is not just a demonstration, but a culinary exchange that immerses you in Udaipur's food culture and equips you to recreate these flavors at home.

Explore the winding streets of Udaipur's Old Town with a knowledgeable guide and you'll feel the pulse of the City of Lakes beyond its grand palaces and impressive buildings. As you wander through narrow alleys, passing by white-washed mansions, lively spice markets, and skilled artisans creating puppets and baskets, you'll uncover a piece of the city's rich heritage at every turn. What sets Old Town Walk Udaipur apart is its seamless blend of everyday life - from street food cafes and temple rituals to artisan shops - with tales of sustainability, craftsmanship, and community shared by locals who were born and raised here. Whether you're savoring masala chai at a roadside stall or observing a metalworker crafting bronze pots, karmaventura transforms this stroll into a cultural tapestry that you can take home with you. You'll leave not just with photos, but with a deeper understanding of this place - its traditions, rhythms, and the human stories that flow through these ancient streets.

Radhe Krishna Niwas is the residence of master artist Jairaj Soni, who has over five decades of experience in miniature, contemporary, oriental, and modern art. In this immersive class, you will have the opportunity to learn the meticulous techniques of Indian miniature painting, such as mixing natural pigments, using squirrel-hair brushes, and tracing intricate floral designs or mythological figures. What sets Miniature Painting Class by Jairaj Soni apart is its combination of disciplined tradition and personal expression, guiding you to create your own small masterpiece while also learning about meaningful stories from his artistic journey. The homestay's Georgian-Indian architecture adds a peaceful charm, and in between brushstrokes, you can relax in the garden and engage in thoughtful conversations about Rajasthan's artistic heritage. Through karmaventura, this is not just a workshop, but a creative pilgrimage that nourishes both skill and soul.

Perched above the shimmering waters of Lake Pichola, the City Palace of Udaipur is Rajasthan’s largest palace complex and a highlight of any visit to India. Built over centuries by the Mewar rulers, it blends Rajput, Mughal, and European styles into an architectural gem of marble and granite. Visitors can explore grand halls, intricate balconies, colourful courtyards, and the famous Peacock Courtyard. The palace museum showcases royal treasures, while the views over lake and hills are simply unforgettable. Part of the palace is still home to the royal family, keeping its regal atmosphere alive today.