Travel with Heart. Journey with Purpose.

At Samsara Lifestyle, we create boutique small-group journeys through India for curious travellers who want more than a holiday. Our thoughtfully curated experiences take you beyond the famous landmarks and into the heart of India's vibrant culture, where you'll meet local artisans, share authentic meals, wander colouful markets and build meaningful connections with the people who make this extraordinary country so unforgettable.

For more than 15 years I've travelled throughout India, developing genuine friendships that allow our guests to experience the country in a way that simply isn't possible on a traditional tour.

Whether we're learning the ancient art of block printing, enjoying chai with local families, exploring hidden laneways in Jaipur or visiting our long-standing partners at the Chahat Foundation, every day is designed to inspire, connect and leave lasting impression.

Our journeys are intentionally small, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere where solo travellers, friends and couples can travel with confidence and from lifelong friendships along the way.

If you've always dreamed of experiencing India in a meaningful, authentic and personal way, I'd love to care the India I know and love with you.

Why travel with Samsara Lifestyle?

  • Personally hosted by Di Sneddon
  • Boutique small- group experience
  • Authentic cultural immersion
  • Meaningful artisian and community connections
  • Carefully selected boutique accommodation
  • A respectful partnership with Chahat Foundation
  • A journey that stays with you long after you return home.

I know India, let me show you.

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  • Meeting the locals

    A chance to slow down, get close and experience the gentle giants of India up close and personal.

  • Driving Change

    In the busy streets of Jaipur something powerful is happening. Women are taking the wheel. Through women-led rickshaw initiatives, these women are creating their own livelihoods, building confidence and gaining greater independence. We support these kind of initiatives all throughout our travel experiences.

  • A world of colour!

    In India, colour isn't something you see- it surrounds you. Sari's glowing in the sunlight, markets overflowing with spices and fresh vegetables, marigolds, textiles, flowers and painted cars. Every street feels like a moving canvas.

  • The Taj Mahal!

    There are some moments in life that you know you will remember for ever. Watching the Taj Mahal appear in the soft morning light is one of them.

  • Sharing

    One of our most meaningful parts of Samsara Lifestyle is our partnership with the Chahat Foundation in Jaipur. Over the years I've had the privilege of getting to know the incredible people behind this organisation and witnessing first-hand the difference their work makes in the lives of women and children in Jaipur's communities.

  • Embracing

    The colour, the noise, the crowds, the poverty - the moments that can stop you in your tracks. It's complicated. It's beautiful. It's real and it is the people who make it unforgettable.
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Wanderlust

Our experiences have been thoughtfully created with the perfect blend of art, culture, textiles, eco-tourism, meeting locals and of course enjoying the delicious cuisine that India is famous for.

Come be a conscious traveller with me and create your own travel journey and make memories of a life time.

From the Streets of Delhi to Rajasthan palaces, local villages, block printing artists and finishing with the Taj Mahal this experience is designed to give you a taste of everything that India has to offer.

Come Explore my India with me.

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