10 days – with
Manpreet Sokhi & Tania Chatterjee
Feb 06 to Feb 15, 2027
Limited spots in a small group
$9,950 (CAD)
Join us for “Colours of Rajasthan 2027,” an immersive photography tour that invites you to capture the vibrant essence of this enchanting region. This unique journey will take you through the stunning backgrounds of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jawai, and Jaisalmer.
Experience the rich culture of Rajasthan as you photograph tribal models amidst traditional homes and picturesque lanes, creating stunning portraits that tell a story of heritage and artistry. Marvel at the breathtaking sand dunes, where the golden hues of sunset and daylight offer spectacular backdrops for your photography.
Whether you are a seasoned pro or an enthusiastic amateur, this tour promises to inspire and elevate your photography skills while immersing you in the colourful rhythms of Rajasthan. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore, capture, and connect with the heart of India!
Join World Photographic Cup Team Canada photographer Manpreet Sokhi along with renowned portrait photographer Tania Chaterjee on an epic photo adventure designed to help you capture the most portfolio-worthy cultural images of your life.
Manpreet, marking his third time on the elite Team Canada, brings deep knowledge of photography along with India’s customs, language, and way of life, having spent half his life there before moving to Canada.
Tania is brand influencer of Nikon India, a photographer, humantarian worker and educator and has worked with some renowned organizstions like NatGeo Traveller India, India Film Project, Samsung India etc
Rest assured, you’ll have the perfect support system to create your own breathtaking cultural and lifestyle photographs.
Our photographic expedition kicks off in Jaipur, a city engineered for geometric perfection and saturated in the iconic terracotta hues of old Rajasthan. As a photographer, you won’t just be snapping landmarks; you will be using centuries-old symmetry, kaleidoscopic frescoes, and dramatic desert light, creating portfolio-grade imagery that tells a profound cultural story. Where possible, we will be having paid tribal models in traditional outfits in front of incredible locations
Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds): Rising five stories high like a delicate pink honeycomb, its facade features 953 small, intricately carved windows (jharokhas).
Patrika Gate: (The Gateway of Saturated Color): This architectural jewel is a breathtaking corridor of nine symmetrical pavilions, each hand-painted with vibrant, intricate murals depicting traditional weddings, daily village life, and regional history.
City Palace & Pritam Niwas Chowk: Stepping inside the fortified walls of the City Palace, we gain access to the legendary Pritam Niwas Chowk (“The Courtyard of the Beloved”). This private inner court is world-famous for its four spectacular doorways, each dedicated to a season and a Hindu deity
Jal Mahal: (The Floating Illusion): At the edge of the city, we will photograph the ethereal Jal Mahal (Water Palace). Seemingly floating in the center of Man Sagar Lake
Panna Meena ka Kund: An ancient 16th-century stepwell is an absolute dream for photographers. A brilliant crisscross of symmetrical, golden-stone stairways plunges down toward the water, creating a mesmerizing optical illusion.
The Rabari Tribe: Dressed in striking, voluminous white outfits and topped with massive, flame-red turbans, the Rabari men offer incredible portraits.
At Jodhpur, we will use the cobalt-washed homes and medieval streets as a vibrant, high-contrast canvas to photograph beautifully styled tribal models.
Jaisalmer: In the heart of the Thar desert, under the dramatic, golden light of sunrise and sunset, you will photograph models alongside camel caravans traversing the undulating sand dunes.
For more than 35 years, Manpreet has been a professional photographer working in India as well as Canada. Besides receiving many accolades and awards from the Professional Photographers of Canada, he also represented Canada at the World Photography Cup in 2023, 2025 as well as 2026 where he is in the top ten as a finalist for the Cup. He was also received the Gold Award at ICON international in 2026
He is passionate about wildlife and landscape photography and has in depth knowledge of post processing which he teaches to other keen photographers
Having spent half his life in India before calling Canada his home, he loves sharing his Indian experiences.
Tania Chatterjee is a photographer, humanitarian worker and educator based in Kolkata, India. After completing her masters in environment management, she started her career as a humanitarian professional. Since 2010 she has been practicing photography as her full time profession. She is founder and chief mentor of TCP Journeys. An organisation dedicated to promote photography as a visual art form. Her niche interests are travel and especially human interest photography.
For the last 5 years she is NIKON INDIA brand ambassador. Tania has completed various photographic assignments with some renowned organisations like National Geographic Traveller India, Vivo, Samsung, India Film Project, Sahapedia etc. She has judged numerous national and international photography competitions. Tania’s photos and interviews have been widely published in some famous platforms like Smart Photography Magazine, Asian Photography Magazine, Eyeshot, Streetphotographyfoundation etc and exhibited around the world, along with numerous national and international awards. Tania regularly conducts photography classes and workshops in India and abroad.
10 Days (9 Nights)
4 Cities
Tribal models and camels for photographs
Photography and gear guidance and support
Minimum of 6 guests
$9,950 (CAD)
As you walk out of Indira Gandhi International Airport, there will be a car waiting to take you to our stay just 4.5 kms away. Roseate House New Delhi is a contemporary upscale 5 star hotel in the capital’s only hospitality district, Aerocity. The day is free to relax and meet up with your host Manpreet who will co lead the tour and also be introduced to the other guests.
Arrive at Jaipur by early afternoon. Check-in to pre-booked hotel and settle down.
Evening we photograph Hawa Mahal
Early morning Patrika Gate Shoot with model in traditional attire, Back to hotel for breakfast. Followed by City palace and Pritam Chowk shoot with model with traditional attire and finish off the day with an evening shoot at Jal Mahal
Early morning shoot at Panna Meena Ka Kund. Return to the hotel for breakfast and then travel to Jawai (7 hrs).
Arrive and relax at Jawai Resort
Village life photography and Rabari tribal portrait shoot at Jawai.
After lunch we drive to the blue city of Jodhpur (3.5 Hrs)
Explore the Blue City’s lanes, stepwell, and lifestyle photography along with traditional models
Sunset shoot at the Jaisalmer desert dunes. (Camels + traditional models)
Sunrise shoot in the desert, capturing golden light, silhouettes, and camel caravans. Explore Jasilamer fort, Patwa ki Haveli and enjoy sunset at Gadisar lake. Night stay at Jaisalmer
We will explore Kuldhara Heritage village in the morning and return to the hotel for breakfast. Flight to Delhi
Sadly this is where the Rajasthan tour ends and you take back some amaing memories and cards full of wonderful images
Cancellation & Refund: We strongly recommend you to get a Trip Cancellation & Travel Insurance after booking your trip.
Because non-refundable expenses for an individual trip occur several months prior to the trip start and there is limited ability to fill spaces on short notice, full refunds are rarely possible and should not be expected. We will have a waitlist and happily try to fill your spot without any guarantee. If your spot is filled, we will be happy to refund the deposit minus the cancellation fee. There is a $500 non-refundable administration fee.
Yes, most travelers need an e-Visa, which can be applied for online here https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/
Processing takes 3–5 business days, so apply at least a week in advance. A 30 day e-Tourist Visa application can be made 30 days in advance from the proposed date of travel. A 1 year / 5 year e-Tourist Visa can be made 120 days in advance from the proposed date of travel.
For latest Canadian recommendation please check https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/vaccines
And for the USA recommendations https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/india
Absolutely. They will love the safaris, although during our instruction sessions at the lodge, they may wish to explore other activities such as going for a swim, sit in the library, visit the restaurant, or explore the organic farm.
No. Always drink bottled, boiled, or filtered water to avoid stomach issues. The lodges we stay at, avoid single use plastics and provide safe filtered drinking water in flasks in the rooms and during meal services. Bottled water is easily available at additional cost although discouraged to reduce the environmental impact of plastics.
The currency is Indian Rupees (INR) Major currencies such as US dollars, British pounds and Euros are easy to exchange throughout India. Most international airports throughout the country will have money exchange counters and also all cities have money exchange agents. ATMs are also readily available throughout the country, but near the parks they may run out of cash frequently.
Yes, in hotels, malls, and large restaurants. But cash is needed for street markets, taxis, and smaller shops. The most commonly used cards are Visa and Mastercard, but neither American Express nor Diner’s Club are widely accepted in India.
The electricity supply is 230 – 240 volt, with type C or D plugs. Most North American visitors will require an adaptor. Many of the lodges have international sockets in the rooms, and there are ample sockets available for charging cameras etc.
The hotel in New Delhi will have wi-fi and easy access to internet, however all the lodges are located in remote areas and have basic internet connection that may not be reliable at all times.
The lodges offer a delectable spread of both local & global cuisines. Breakfast is usually served on safari while lunch has a fixed menu which consists mostly of local foods with authentic flavours. Dinner is a choice between Indian & Continental cuisine. Pure vegetarian, vegan & other food-related requests are taken into consideration if the lodge is informed well in advance. The produce is either home grown in the lodges’ own organic farms or is sourced from the local suppliers to boost the economy of the neighbouring area.
Central India is generally very safe for travelers and we will be there to take care of you at every step. Certain basic precautions apply. It is a good idea to lock away your spare currency, travelers’ cheques, passports and jewellery. Try not to walk around or travel on roads alone late at night, particularly in deserted areas, avoid travelling on the roads after dark. As anywhere else, never leave your luggage unattended at an airport or train station. Always book transfer vehicles in advance from a reputed tour operator or the lodge.
April is the start of the Indian summers season. Light cotton tops, shorts and trousers, hats, sun glasses etc. are good to have and don’t forget the sunscreen. That being said, we drive into the parks very early in the morning in open vehicles and a warm jacket may be needed specially if it has rained the previous night. So be prepared for chilly mornings and hot days.
Practical colors to wear to the park are khaki, beige and white in all seasons. Please avoid bright and flashy clothing to the parks.
Parks are open from Oct 1 to June 30. Although the winters are more pleasant, it is during the hotter months of summer the tigers can be easily found near water holes. March – April the weather warms up enough for the tigers to come to the water holes but is not as hot as May – June when the weather is extremely hot and uncomfortable. This is why March – April is considered high season for viewing tigers.
Just as no one can guarantee the weather, no one can guarantee wildlife sightings. We increase our chances by visiting at the best times of the year and are guided by some of the best naturists and guides.
Within the parks you are not allowed to get out of the vehicle except in designated areas (where we also have our packed breakfast). As long as you do not have challenges getting in and out of the vehicles, you will be comfortable.
No. However there are facilities near the entrance. It is advisable to use the restroom before heading out for a safari.
Public toilets may or may not have any toilet paper. So it is always advisable to carry some or have some wet wipes handy. It would also be handy to carry sanitizer with you as there restrooms may not have constant supply of water and/or soap.
The domestic flights allow a cabin baggage of 7 kgs (15 lbs) plus a personal item of 3 kgs (6.5 lbs) and a checked bag of 15 kgs (33 lbs). There may be extra charges for excess weight.
