India is a remarkable place and has a wealth of cultures, histories, cuisines and landscapes all mingled together.

Every little corner we have explored, we have loved. So far our explorations have evolved into four very different CAS tours as well as a number of special interest tours and providing the background to many private group tours.

Now Open

  • Rajasthan: A Tactile Textile Tour Next tour 12- 30 October 2024- Link Raj24
  • Textile Adventures with Gillian Travis 1 to 12 Feb, 2025 – Link GT-IN25
  • Textile Treasure Hunt 15 to 24 Feb, 2025 Link TTH25

Other offerings

Bengal Tour – Kantha, Khadi & Tigers

Gujarat: forgotten kingdoms, tribal embroidery and more…

Wise sign seen in the Forgotten Kingdom of Champener, Gujarat
Taj Mahal – the iconic monument to LOVE.

We have been visiting India for many years- check our blog for some stories.


Creative Arts Safaris offers craft, textile & travel sketching tours to exotic locations.

We offer fully escorted small group tours and travelling workshops with respected tutors.

On tour we like to get our hands dirty taking workshops, exploring locations and culture. We include lots of local experiences as well as visiting iconic sites.

Crafts, travel sketching and textiles are our passion.

Our friendly groups are inclusive. They are companionable and well organized allowing a relaxed adventure, great for solo travellers.

They include pickup & drop to airport, accommodation, group travel, sightseeing, workshops, and most meals. Almost everything EXCEPT the shopping – that is your job. Help the local economy