Rajasthan Textile & Handicraft Shopping Tour

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Tour Overview

Dive into the colorful world of handloom, block prints, tie-dye, and desert artistry with this specially curated shopping and craft tour across Rajasthan. From the bustling textile markets of Jaipur to the age-old printing villages of Bagru and Sanganer, from the rustic crafts of Barmer to the sophisticated weaves of Udaipur, every stop reveals a new layer of India’s vibrant design culture.

This 8-day Rajasthan textile tour is perfect for fashion designers, boutique store owners, textile scholars, and travelers seeking authentic handmade treasures, direct artisan interactions, and exclusive access to workshops and studios. You'll not only shop from source but also learn the stories, processes, and people behind each print, stitch, and weave.

Tour Itinerary :

Day 1: Arrival in Jaipur – The Pink City’s Textile Treasures

Arrive in Jaipur and transfer to a boutique hotel or heritage haveli in the old city. After check-in and rest, begin your first textile walk in the evening:

Explore:

• Bapu Bazaar & Johari Bazaar – Famous for block-printed cottons, Bandhani dupattas, quilts, and gota-patti work.
• Visit a designer studio or boutique like Anokhi, Soma, or RASA for curated, ethical pieces.

Dinner at a rooftop restaurant with views of lit-up Hawa Mahal.

Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Day 2: Jaipur – Block Prints, Dyes & Artisan Visits

Today is dedicated to in-depth experiences with local textile makers and craftspeople.

• Morning visit to Anokhi Museum of Hand Printing, housed in a restored haveli near Amber Fort.
• Live block printing demo and hands-on session at a traditional workshop.
• Afternoon visit to dyers and leheriya (tie-dye) artisans in Jaipur suburbs.
• Optional: Jewelry shopping or furniture exploration in the late evening.

Insider Tip: Boutique sourcing can be arranged if you're a professional buyer.

Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Day 3: Day Trip to Bagru – Natural Dyes & Mud Resist Printing

After breakfast, head to Bagru (approx. 45 min) – the iconic block-printing village known for natural dyeing and mud resist.

• Visit local Chhipa community workshops and learn about eco-friendly dyes like indigo, turmeric, and madder root.
• Try your hand at mud-resist dabu printing under guidance.
• Explore Bagru’s dye pits, drying yards, and wooden block carving artisans.

Lunch is arranged at a local family home or eco-farm stay.

Great opportunity to buy fabrics, sarees, stoles, and scarves at direct artisan prices.

Return to Jaipur by evening.

Overnight stay in Jaipur.

Day 4: Jaipur to Jodhpur via Sanganer – Block Print Legacy Continues

Check out and begin your journey to Jodhpur (approx. 6 hrs by road), stopping en route at Sanganer, another block printing hub known for delicate floral motifs and fine cottons.

Visit:

• Paper printing workshops – Sanganeri paper is famous for hand-pressed floral prints.
• Handloom units and artisan collectives.

Enjoy countryside views during the drive. Arrive in Jodhpur and check in at a boutique guesthouse or haveli-style hotel in the old city.

Evening stroll around the clock tower market for embroidered leather, carpets, and Rajasthani mojris.

Overnight stay in Jodhpur.

Day 5: Jodhpur – Indigo Dyeing, Mojris & Weaves

After breakfast, explore the blue city’s rich artisan belt:

• Visit an indigo dyeing farm and workshop, where you can observe the natural fermentation and vat dyeing process.
• Head to a leather mojri artisan’s home, where families have passed down embroidery techniques for generations.
• Optional: Visit textile exporters or designer workshops sourcing globally.

Afternoon: Rest at your hotel or visit Mehrangarh Fort for a history break.

Evening: Traditional cooking session or private textile display can be arranged.

Overnight stay in Jodhpur.

Day 6: Jodhpur to Barmer – Mirror Work & Desert Handicrafts

Depart for Barmer (approx. 4.5 hrs) – the land of hand-embroidery, patchwork, applique, and mirrorwork.

• Arrive and settle into a modest yet clean homestay or rural eco-retreat.
• Visit local clusters producing Barmeri embroidery, Ajrak hand-block prints, and wood carving.

Interact with artisan women’s groups supported by NGOs and cooperatives – an ethical shopping highlight.

Evening cultural folk performance under desert stars can be arranged.

Overnight stay in Barmer.

Day 7: Barmer to Udaipur – Textile Stopovers En Route

Today, drive to Udaipur (approx. 6–7 hrs) with possible detours to visit local dyers or embroidery workshops on the way.

Reach the City of Lakes by late afternoon and check in at a lakeside boutique hotel.

Evening: Explore local designer stores like Aavaran, known for natural indigo, handwoven jackets, and home textiles. Or simply stroll through Hathi Pol and browse miniatures, leather-bound journals, and tribal silver.

Overnight stay in Udaipur.

Day 8: Departure from Udaipur – Wrap Up with Art & Coffee

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast overlooking Lake Pichola. Depending on your flight/train schedule, visit:

• Aavaran production unit (if missed earlier)
• Shilpgram – A crafts village with traditional huts and rotating artisan stalls
• Final shopping at city boutiques or museum gift shops

You’ll be dropped at Udaipur airport/station with bags full of fabric, art, and inspiration.

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