About This Tour
Maharashtra Warli and Tribal Art Tour is a special cultural tour that explains one of the most popular tribal arts of India. Warli art is a type of tribal painting dating back to the days of the Warli people who inhabit the northern coastal and forest extreme of Maharashtra. They make these paintings with the help of simple geometric shapes and natural pigments applied on mud walls and represent the scenes of everyday life like farming, dancing, hunting and rituals. Visiting some of the traditional villages, the unique aspects of artistic work of the Warli tribe and the opportunities to see the rural lifestyle, this tour helps people to touch upon the heritage of the given people. The tourists are able to communicate with the local artists, they have a chance to see how Warli paintings are made and learn the symbolic meaning of the art. The Maharashtra Warli and Tribal Art Tour Package can be easily booked by the tourists using the site of Namaskar India Tour.
Trip Highlights
- Get to know about the ancient Warli tribal art of Maharashtra.
- Tour the classical Warli villages and meet with local artists.
- Watch how the Warli paintings are made using natural materials.
- Visit the picturesque tribal Dahanu, Jawhar and Vikramgad.
- Tour rural life and local traditions of the Warli people.
- Explore the rural and cultural scenic beauty of north Maharashtra.
Included/Exclude
Included
- Smooth and cheap lodging.
- Daily breakfast at hotels
- Individual transportation to transfers and sightseeing.
- Guide service and local support.
- All parking, tolls and taxes
Exclude
- Entrance fees to monuments or attractions.
- Lunches and dinners
- Personal expenses and tips
- Where needed, camera or video charges.
- Travel insurance
Tour Itinerary
Discover a carefully curated journey that covers the must-see highlights and hidden gems of India. Our itinerary is designed to balance sightseeing with relaxation, giving you an authentic cultural experience while ensuring a smooth and comfortable travel schedule.
From bustling cities to serene landscapes, each day has been thoughtfully planned to provide memorable experiences, local interactions, and seamless travel across destinations.
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Day-1 Arrival in Mumbai
On reaching the Mumbai airport or railway station, you will be received by your tour representative who will help you to get to your hotel. Once you check in, relax after travelling. Mumbai is the financial capital of India and it presents a very diverse combination of culture, building and life in the country. You can walk a little in the evening along Marine drive or you can go and see local markets and cafes. This is an introduction that lets the visitors feel the vibrant nature of the city before commencing the cultural tour to the tribal Maharashtra regions. Overnight stay in Mumbai.
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Day-2 Mumbai - Dahanu
Breakfast Drive, after breakfast drive to Dahanu, a coastal town and the tribal community and a nonviolent place. The trip is made in picturesque rural land and villages. Arrival check-in at your hotel and have a rest. Then visit the surrounding Warli tribal villages where you can find the houses made of mud-bamboo. Warli paintings depicting everyday life and agricultural practices and cultural festivals are painted on the walls of local artists. The communication with villagers gives a more in-depth insight into their traditions and artistic background. Overnight stay in Dahanu.
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Day-3 Warli Art Experience in Dahanu
Post-breakfast, day out to explore the warli art and tribal culture at the villages around. Pay a visit to the local homes and community areas that have Warli artists who show traditional methods of painting. The warli paintings are normally done in white color created by the use of rice paste on earthen walls. The designs incorporate the simple geometric shapes in form of circles, triangles and lines representing human shapes, animals and nature. Tourists are able to understand the importance of these motifs in the culture of the country and they even have an opportunity to learn to paint a little bit with the local artists. Overnight stay in Dahanu.
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Day-4 Dahanu - Jawhar
Morning sightseeing to Jawhar a hill town which has its tribal history and picturesque sites. Jawhar is considered to be a cultural hub of the Warli and other tribals in the area. Arriving in the hotel, check in and relax. The visit to the local tribal museum later where the visitors can observe the traditional artifacts and tools as well as the costumes and artworks that symbolize the lifestyle of the indigenous communities. You can also visit the surrounding sceneries and falls which contribute to the beauty of the area. Overnight stay in Jawhar.
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Day-5 Jawhar - Vikramgad
After breakfast, drive to Vikramgad, which is also a district of Warli art and tribal villages. The ride will be passing through forests and rural areas characteristic of northern Maharashtra. On arrival walk into villages where the Warli artists still uphold their traditional forms of paintings. Meet with community members, and understand how art is directly related with festivals, rituals, and day-to-day activities. The visit offers a good understanding of the cultural belonging of the tribe of Warli and their connection to nature. Overnight stay in Vikramgad.
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Day-6 Vikramgad - Nashik
Breakfast and then drive to Nashik which is an ancient city in the wine producing state of Maharashtra. Arrival Check in hotel and relax. Later visit some of the local sites like temples or markets where local products and craft are found along the Godavari River. Nashik has another cultural experience than the tribal areas which offers the experience of a combination of the traditional, spiritual and modern growth. Overnight stay in Nashik.
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Day-7 Departure
Breakfast drive back to Mumbai where you have your departure. Shuttle off to the airport or railway station where you proceed. Maharashtra Warli and Tribal Art Tour will end with the great experience of the tribal art, countryside and the rich culture of the warli people.
