Jaipur Tuk Tuk: Block Print Discovery

Unfold the artistic heritage of Jaipur with this Block Printing Tour, where tradition meets creativity and color dances on fabric.
Block printing is one of Rajasthan’s oldest and most celebrated art forms — a craft that has been practiced for over 300 years in the small artisan towns around Jaipur. On this immersive tour, you’ll visit a local workshop or craft village, meet the skilled printers, and try your hand at stamping vibrant patterns using carved wooden blocks dipped in natural dyes.
It’s not just a tour — it’s a journey into Jaipur’s artistic soul, where every block tells a story, and every color carries a legacy.

Itinerary

09:00 AM - Pickup from Hotel

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Jaipur and drive you toward Sanganer or Bagru — two villages just outside the city famous for their age-old block printing traditions. Enjoy scenic countryside views on the way.

09:30 AM - Arrival at the Block Printing Workshop

Be welcomed by friendly artisans who’ll give you an introduction to the block printing process — from carving the wooden blocks to mixing the natural dyes and laying the fabric out in long stretches for printing.

10:00 AM - Demonstration of the Process

Watch the magic unfold as artisans dip hand-carved blocks into natural colors and press them rhythmically onto cotton fabric — creating symmetrical patterns that seem effortless but require years of practice.You’ll learn about:

• How designs are hand-carved on wooden blocks
• Preparation of natural and vegetable dyes
• Techniques of layering colors and patterns
• Sun-drying and washing methods that fix the prints

10:45 AM - Try It Yourself!

Now it’s your turn! Under the guidance of master printers, try block printing your own piece of fabric. Whether you choose floral, paisley, or geometric designs, the result will be your own handmade souvenir — a piece of Jaipur’s art to take home.

11:30 AM - Interaction with Local Artisans

Spend time chatting with the artisans about their lives, the generations of craft that run in their families, and how Jaipur continues to keep this heritage alive in the modern world.

12:00 PM - Visit the Artisan Store (Optional)

Before leaving, visit the small on-site gallery or shop displaying hand-printed scarves, tablecloths, stoles, and fabrics — each one unique and handcrafted. There’s no obligation to buy, but it’s a perfect opportunity if you want an authentic keepsake.

12:30 PM - Drop-off at Hotel

Return to your hotel with colorful memories, newly learned skills, and your very own printed creation from Jaipur.