Every journey begins with curiosity
Rajiv Tomar
Founder & Managing Director
More than thirty-five years ago, my journey began in the Himalayas. Not to build a travel company, but simply to explore. What I discovered along the way became a lifelong devotion to India’s living traditions, and in time, to Mystical Journeys.
Guiding journeys across India, Nepal & Bhutan since 2000
His Story
A life shaped by mountains and living traditions
What started as a passion for mountaineering gradually evolved into a lifelong exploration of India’s spiritual heritage, cultural diversity, and hidden landscapes. Along the way, I realised that the most memorable journeys are not measured by the number of places we visit, but by the people we meet, the stories we hear, and the perspectives we gain.
In 2000, that vision became Mystical Journeys. Since then, our purpose has remained unchanged: to create thoughtfully curated journeys that reveal the deeper soul of India through authenticity, trust, and genuine human connection.
Every itinerary we design is inspired by places personally explored, relationships built over decades, and a commitment to helping travellers experience India beyond the ordinary.
“The mountains taught me resilience, India’s living traditions taught me humility, and the people I met along the way shaped my understanding of meaningful travel.”
A Journey Shaped by Experience
Three threads, one lifelong journey
The Himalayas
The mountains were my first teacher, instilling resilience, discipline, humility, and a lifelong respect for nature.
Living Traditions
Years spent with monks, saints, scholars, artisans, temple priests, and local communities revealed an India that cannot be found in guidebooks.
A Vision Realised
Mystical Journeys was founded to connect travellers with India’s spiritual, cultural, and natural heritage through authenticity and thoughtful curation.
At a Glance
A lifetime on the road
35+ years in tourism, hospitality & destination management
Founder & Managing Director, Mystical Journeys India Pvt. Ltd. (Established 2000)
Grade ‘A’ Mountaineer & Himalayan Expedition Leader
Government of India recognised Inbound & Adventure Tour Operator
Operations across India, Nepal & Bhutan
Pioneer in experiential spiritual, cultural & pilgrimage travel
Founder of Himalayan Eco Drive (HED), promoting responsible tourism and environmental conservation
The Philosophy Behind Every Journey
Guided by a few simple beliefs
Every experience we create is shaped by the same convictions that have guided us from the very beginning.
- Authenticity
- The most meaningful journeys begin with genuine people, living traditions, and real experiences.
- Personal Connections
- Decades of trusted relationships with local communities, monasteries, scholars, artisans, and spiritual practitioners let us create experiences that go beyond conventional tourism.
- Thoughtful Curation
- Every journey is personally designed with care, balancing comfort, authenticity, and meaningful discovery.
- Responsible Travel
- We believe tourism should preserve culture, protect nature, and positively contribute to the communities we visit.
In Pictures
Moments along the way
A Personal Reflection
“The Himalayas taught me resilience. India’s living traditions taught me humility. Travel taught me that every meaningful journey leaves us wiser than when we began. Through Mystical Journeys, my hope is to help every traveller experience not only the beauty of India, but also the timeless wisdom that has inspired generations.”
Rajiv Tomar
Founder & Managing Director, Mystical Journeys India