If you want to travel in India in all eleven directions (the Eleventh Direction is the only constant one), journey mindfully with us. We will bend the compass for you. And take you on the road 'less taken'. Perhaps also the road never traveled - the Eleventh Direction, which lies within each direction if it is walked on the right path, with the right person.
We are happy to provide customised services whatever your requirements may be, whether as an individual, couple, family or group. The tailoring of your journey may be event based, special interest based, focused on a destination or a combination. We also tailor journeys for specialized groups such as schools and universities, friends of museums, spiritual groups and corporate leadership groups.
Our tours have been designed to feature a selection of the destination's highlights, but they may not meet all of your requirements. You may want to add a day here and there to one of our independent itineraries for further exploration, sightseeing or leisure. Or perhaps you would like to vary the standard of accommodation or modes of transport. On the other hand, you may want to create an entirely individual itinerary that includes destinations and experiences not covered in our ready-made tours.
Whatever your ideas or needs we are happy to give you honest considered advice, then design a personalized itinerary and quote for it. If our initial proposal is not entirely suited to you we are happy to amend the itinerary as often as required. We are happy to serve.
Tours in Delhi - The Capital Story
Explore the multifaceted city of Delhi. The seven historical cities and their grand monuments; the markets, the streets, the places of religious devotion, the crafts and its diverse people.
Some of these tours can be led by Shantum Seth, depending on his availability
Travelling to Northern and Central India
The most popular destinations for first-time visitors to India, covers the 'Golden Triangle' of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, the temples of Khajurao and the holy city of Varanasi.
Rajasthan
Another popular destination for first-time visitors to India is the desert state of Rajasthan. Rajasthan is a mosaic of landscapes and terrain, each of singular beauty, whether it is the dunes of the desert, or the forested hills of Ranthambore where we can see tigers in the wild, the fortresses and royal palaces and the unique cities of Jaipur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer and Jodhpur
Wisdom Traditions of South India
This rich and varied region includes Chennai (Madras), tropical Kerala with its beaches and backwaters, magnificent Mysore, the huge temples of Tamil Nadu, an abundance of wildlife, paddy fields, tea plantations and lakes. The French colonial town of Pondicherry, the township of Auroville inspired by Aurobindo and the mother, living masters in Spirituality and Yoga and the powerful ‘land’s end’ where three oceans meet.
Journey to Eastern India - Touching the Earth
Bustling Kolkata is the gateway to beautiful East India with its tea plantations, hill tribes, diverse wildlife and stunning mountain landscape. Our unique 'Journey to the East' goes to the villages near the university town of Shantiniketan, this 'abode of peace' founded in 1901 by the famous poet and Nobel laureate, Rabindranath Tagore.
The non-profit Ahimsa Trust, which is supported by proceeds of Eleven Directions, has been working in ethnically-diverse villages in the vicinity of Shantiniketan since 1992.
A Haven in the Himalayas
Find peace and tranquility amidst the world's highest mountain range and its foothills with its striking landscapes. This area has been aptly called the ‘abode of the Gods’ and has attracted spiritual seekers for centuries and is imbued with Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
Travelling to Western India
As well as Mumbai , India 's largest and most rapidly growing city, Western India boasts the golden beaches of Goa, little known Gujarat with its wealth of monuments and the spectacular caves of Ajanta and Ellora.
JOURNEYS OUTSIDE OF INDIA
Come and visit with us and our partners. We at Eleven Directions have been there and put together a wonderful itinerary for you, where you can experience a captivating part of the world.
Bhutan - The Land of the Peaceful Dragon
The Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan has a living culture of Mahayana Buddhism with its age old traditions, set in beautiful valleys and nature.
Nepal - The Himalyan Kingdom
A land of ancient history, colourful cultures and people, stunning scenery and some of the best trekking on earth.
Brazil - South America
The Brazil…..the fifth largest country in the world and what an amazing and beautiful country it is. Canoeing along the largest wetlands in the world – the Pantanal is home to a huge diversity of animals and exotic birds. Cruising the majestic Amazon river which is sometimes up to 40 km wide. Sprayed by the largest falls in the world – Iguacu – which is the ultimate nature spectacle when you see the sheer power of sheets of water tumbling down….. Doing a jungle walk in the Amazon rainforest which is twice the size of India – every traveler’s fantasy, where only 10% of the plant, insect and animal species have been discovered and 90% are yet to be identified. Snorkeling in crystal clear water in Bonito with hundreds of fish – an incredible adventure. Besides nature, experience the joy for life the Brazilians have - be it in their music, dancing the samba or the forro, the Carnaval, dazzling costumes and the delicious variety of food . Also experience the multi racial culture, feel the rhythm of the drums of Salvador, the sense of freedom and exhiliration – this is definitely one of the world’s most fascinating places.
Peru - South America
A great sense of history and timelessness is experienced when one visits Peru. From the ancient ruins and cities of prehistorical times and of different Andean tribes, to the Incas culminating in Machu Pichu followed by the Spanish invasion thereafter - you touch these indigenous to modern cultures in a very real way. The Andes with its breathtaking mountains, highlands and pastures and the Amazon forests both offer a wonderful range of experiences. All this combined with the soulful music, the large variety of dances and the amazing cuisine makes Peru a place one would like to visit again and again.
