All Age - Offbeat Tours

Interested in taking beautiful snow trails in the daytime and wish to spend nights in the comfortable and warm rooms? Then register today for this program called White Christmas. Well, not just snow trails, but this program also offers the lifetime experience of white water rafting in the mighty River Ganga. The first part of the program offers the beautiful snow trails giving panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks, comfortable stay at the picturesque location, delicious food and never-ending dose of fun, laughter and conversations. In the later part feel the adrenaline rush in your bloodstream while doing some great water adventure in the Ganges. Winter is said to be the best season to indulge in rafting. So get ready for the perfect winter holidays by walking through serene snow trails and also enjoying the thrills of white water rafting.   read more read less

2020 is a landmark year in many ways. Not only does it mark the end of a decade, but holds a special significance celestially. 2020 will witness a total of 6 eclipses (2 solar and 6 lunar) which would be visible from various parts of the world. Of these, the most awaited will be the Annular Solar Eclipse, characterized by the breathtaking "Ring of Fire", happening this summer and which will be visible from parts of Northern India. We, at Foliage Outdoors, will be there to witness this spectacular celestial phenomenon under the guidance of Dr. Prakash Tupe, one of the most recognized astronomy experts along with Prof. P.K. Ghanekar, noted historian and travel expert. So mark your calendars and join us to enjoy a lifetime experience the Foliage way ! read more read less

We head to Chikmagalur to experience the stay in a Colonial Bungalow that has stood testimony to the changing seasons since 1853!!! The Bungalow offers an exclusive stay experience since it has only six rooms but infinite common areas to indulge in casual conversation!!! Balur Estate, our home in the Coffee Estate, is a fully functioning, 400-acre coffee plantation that also grows spices like pepper, vanilla, cardamom and areca nut. This Tour is a part of our “Coffee, Conversations and Bonfire” Tours. Essentially a slow-paced tour, the schedule of the day leaves ample time for you to enjoy your cup of Coffee, indulge in real Conversations over Bonfire.Note from the host : Balur Estate is marked by what it isn’t, perhaps more than what it is. So it isn’t a homestay, it definitely isn’t a resort or even a painstakingly maintained heritage bungalow. It doesn’t boast a terrific, multi-cuisine chef; it has no television, barely any mobile or internet connectivity, no geysers or jacuzzis. What it promises you is a terrific sense of place, of history, of lifestyle. Do come to experience the hospitality of Ratnamma and Hamsa, your most hospitable cook cum hosts that you could ever wish for. Communication with them will be fun and you will eventually be richer by at least a ten-word-strong Kannada vocabulary!!! :) read more read less

December 2019 is a month that Astro - geeks across India are already eagerly looking forward to! This Christmas turns a little more magical as we gladly announce our Annular Solar Eclipse Tour to Kasaragod, Kerala. This phenomenon was last clearly visible from India in 2009 and it won't be until 2031 that it makes its next appearance! So what are you waiting for? Book now for an exclusively planned trip, with Mr Bhushan Sathe at the helm of this tour.  Secure your seat now, as we have limited bookings open. read more read less

Explore with Prof. P. K. Ghanekar & Mr Sudhir Risbud !! Fort Sindhudurg (With Prof. P. K. Ghanekar): Type: Sea Fort Grade: Easy, Includes Ferry Ride & an hour long walk The Fort Sindhudurg is one of the important Sea-forts built by Shivaji Maharaj (Architect: Hiroji Indulkar) over a period of three years (1664-1667). The fort is built on "Kurte" Island, located near Malvan. This fort was strategically built to have a control over Malvan Port and keep a check on the English and Portuguese as well as the pirates. The sea fort is huge, spreading over 48 acres, with a 4 km long rampart, and walls that are 30 feet (9.1 m) high and 12 feet (3.7 m) thick. There are 26 bastions and around 45 staircases at intervals on this wall. Inside the the fort, we also get to see the prints of palm of right hand and left foot of Shivaji Maharaj himself. Petroglyphs around Ratnagiri (With Experts, Mr Sudhir Risbud & Prof. P. K. Ghanekar): A Petroglyph is an image created by removing part of a rock surface by incising, picking, carving, or abrading, as a form of Rock Art. Petroglyphs are found worldwide, and are often associated with prehistoric people.Petroglyphs were discovered in the Ratnagiri and Rajapur areas in the Konkan region of western Maharashtra in October 2018. These rock carvings which might date back to 10,000 BC, depict animals like Hippopotamus and Rhinoceros which aren't found in that region of India. More than 280 sculptures have been found in vicinity of Ratnagiri, Rajapur, and Lanja in the Ratnagiri district. In many places, the size of the carvings of the elephant and tiger are as big as the actual animals. Along with the most common carvings of human, you can also see the carvings of a crocodile, tortoise, fish, and snake. Who carved these mysterious sculptures on these plateaus? What was their purpose? What did the ancient man intend to tell us through these sculptures? Let's explore these geological wonders with Experts. Last but not the least important is mouth watering "Malvani Cuisine". How can one miss this while being there !! read more read less

Recommended for “All Age Group" (8 Years & Above) How about seeing a rare phenomenon of "Annular Solar Eclipse" being in the lap of Himalaya? Does this sound exciting to you? Plan your holidays today itself & secure your seats for one of its kind experience organised by Foliage Outdoors. Considering the overnight train journey & hectic day long travel in the itinerary, lower age limit has been kept as 8 years. Auli is scenic place located on a hill top in Garhwal Himalaya that offers some great panoramic views of the Himalayan range. Witnessing Eclipse from this scenic place is going to be a worth experience. Best part is that, Auli has road access & one need not trek to reach there. Also do note that we stay two nights in the Comfortable Resort scenically located at Joshimath. SAVE MORE! Book early to avail the discount & get the best airline fares !! read more read less

This November, we will take you to a destination that's tucked away from the maddening crowds in Himachal Pradesh. Your abode in the Cloud, at staggering 8300 feet, is near Jalori Pass in the undiscovered Seraj Valley. This area is a part of the Great Himalayan National Park which offers are magnificent views of the snow-clad Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal Ranges. Numerous trails that emanate from here are rewarding for every lover of the Mountain. The stay is as beautiful as the destination and offers Himalayan views right from the Resort. The inventory of rooms is less that ensures that the place never gets crowded and we keep getting the personalized attention from our hosts! Hikes from here We will have three short and long walks that will still leave you longing for more.  First of our hike will take us through a beautiful Himachali village to a heritage "skyscraper" called as Chahini Kothi. Two of our walks will begin from Jalori Pass. The first of these will take us to a scenic lake called as "Sareolsar" while the other one will take us to Fort Ruins (Raghupur). The views on offer from here are better than whats already majestic from the Resort! Camp Fees (Ex-Chandigarh) Rs. 34,700 + 5% GST per person on Triple sharing basis Rs. 37,900 + 5% GST per person on Twin sharing basis read more read less

An affair to remember awaits you at Kashmir this Autumn. In Autumn, entire Kashmir valley is bathed in different hues of red, brown and orange. All the leaves change into multi-colored works of art to eventually fall away. Autumn is indeed Kashmir's golden season and the sights are a pleasure for the discerning eyes! This season is absolutely perfect for taking beautiful scenic photos and spending time outdoors. While camping, exploring, long walks and drives along the poplar-lined boulevards are popular among nature lovers, the children are often seen playing cricket under the shade of the mighty Chinar trees.  A little nip in the mornings and evenings and the gentle warmth of the autumn sun are refreshing while evenings are a perfect time to sit together  in the evening with friends or family around the bonfire! Join us as we explore the Valley of Kashmir in it's most enchanting season. We promise you that you will come back with loads of memories and well...insta-friendly images!!!  (Banner image courtesy : J and K Tourism) read more read less

The Kashmir Great Lakes trek or also known as the Sonmarg - Vishansar - Naranag trek is a popular alpine Himalayan trek in the great Kashmir Valley. With a difficulty level of moderate to high, the KGL trek is worth the effort. Crossing through alpine peaks of the Himalayas and grassy meadows, one comes across the glaciers of these rugged mountains. The 7 lakes of Satsar are a treat for the eye along with the lakes of Gangbal and Nundkol. In a nutshell, The Kashmir Great Lakes is a must-visit and every trekker's dream! read more read less