Kolkata Sightseeing

Mullick Ghat Flower Market – Hawkers Committee 

Start your day early to experience the vibrant atmosphere of Kolkata’s largest flower market. Explore the stalls selling a variety of colorful flowers and witness the bustling activities of vendors and buyers.

Howrah Bridge 

Take a stroll along the banks of the Hooghly River to admire the iconic Howrah Bridge, an engineering marvel and a symbol of Kolkata. Capture some memorable photos of this iconic landmark against the backdrop of the river and bustling cityscape.

Kumartuli 

Next, head to Kumartuli, a traditional potters’ quarter famous for crafting clay idols, particularly for the Durga Puja festival. Walking through the narrow lanes of Kumartuli, you’ll see artisans at work, creating intricate and beautiful idols. It’s a fascinating glimpse into the artistry and craftsmanship of Kolkata.

Marbel Palace

Head Next to Marble Palace is a palatial nineteenth-century mansion in North Kolkata. It is one of the best-preserved and most elegant houses of nineteenth-century Calcutta. The mansion is famous for its marble walls, floors, and sculptures, from which it derives its name.

Indian Coffee House 

Visit the iconic coffee house. The Indian Coffee House, a café that has attracted the city’s intelligentsia for decades is an icon of the area. It’s been a favourite of many of India’s best minds. Our tour includes light snacks with tea/coffee here.

College Street (Boi Para) 

Walk towards College Street, known for its many bookstores and publishing houses. This area is often referred to as the “Boi Para” (Book Market) of Kolkata. Stop by the Indian Coffee House, a historic café that has been a gathering place for intellectuals, artists, and students for decades. Enjoy a cup of coffee and soak in the nostalgic ambiance.

Dalhousie Square (Pass By)

Popularly known as Dalhousie Square, administrative district BBD Bagh has old-world charm. Grand, colonial-era landmarks include the Town Hall, the Writers’ Building, and iconic Eden Gardens, one of the world’s largest cricket grounds.

Victoria Memorial Hall 

Head to the iconic Victoria Memorial, a majestic marble structure that is a symbol of Kolkata’s rich colonial history. Spend time exploring the museum’s impressive collection of artifacts, paintings, and sculptures that showcase the city’s past.

Prinsep Ghat

Built-in 1841 during the British Raj, on the banks of the Hooghly River. The Palladian porch in the memory of the eminent Anglo-Indian scholar and antiquary James Prinsep

The Missionaries of Charity’s 

Mother House is a holy place of pilgrimage and reverence for those who are searching for a more meaningful existence. It was established by the Blessed Mother Teresa in 1950 with the purpose of selfless service to mankind. An emotional experience awaits you as our guide talks about various initiatives taken up by the Missionaries of Charity.

Take a Tram ride from Mother’s house to Nonapukur Tram Depot

Nonapukur Tram Depot

The birthplace of Calcutta Tramways.

The Nonapukur Workshop was established in that year 1990, from where the track connection up to Wellesley Street opened via Elliott Road, after which the Park Street branch closed. Now the major repairing of the horse, steam and electric trams was started at Nonapukur.

South Park Street Cemetery 

Visit to the historic South Park Street Cemetery, one of the oldest non-church cemeteries in the world. Wander through the serene pathways lined with moss-covered tombs and monuments, reflecting on Kolkata’s colonial past and rich history.

Park Street 

Enjoy a leisurely Dinner at one of the many restaurants or cafes lining Park Street, known for its diverse culinary offerings.

Enjoy some leisure time for last-minute shopping or a relaxed stroll through the vibrant streets of Kolkata. Later, transfer to the airport/railway station for your onward journey, carrying with you wonderful memories of the city.

Chandannagar 

Dupleix Palace is a great place to begin to get an idea of the French legacy of Chandanpur. Today Dupleix Palace is a museum and on display are cannons used in the the Carnatic wars, artifacts and furniture of French governor generals and numerous other relics.

Patal Bari 

We visit a beautiful mansion which is partly submerged in the Hooghly river. Patal Bari literally means the underground house. Two striking features of this Mansion are the beautifully carved wooden sunshades and water outlets. During its hey days important visitors to Chandan Nagar used to grace this home, Rabindranath Tagore the national poet and Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar to name a couple.

The Strand 

The Strand has the best collection of colonial buildings. The highlight of Stand is the Durgacharan Rakshit Ghat an incredibly beautiful pavilion adorned with imposing columns and arresting stucco work built in honor of Durgacharan, a recipient of the Legion d’honneur of France. Built in 1920s in honor of Durgacharan Rakshit,. The elegant looking pavilion consists of slender columns with decorative stucco works consisting of elephant’s head and floral design.

Shrine Basilica Bandel 

This is a two storied church with twin towers and a magnificent statue of Jesus. Built in 1884 , the highlights of this church are the beautiful stained glasses, and coloured reliefs of Jesus carrying the cross on the walls.

Bandel 

The Church was built in 1660 and is dedicated to Nostra Senhora di Rozario, popularly known as Our Lady of the Rosary. Violet blossoms among the vintage tombstones add a picturesque look to the surroundings. The most moving statue in the complex is that of Mother of Sorrows in marble sitting with the body of dead Jesus on her lap. It is a tear jerker

Serampore 

The Rajbari is a grand mansion of the Goswami family, the richest in the history of Serampore. They were invited by King of Gaur to settle in Bengal and build a business on very favorable terms. Built in 1820, this mansion used to be the most opulent residence in the neighborhood. 

Serampore College 

In the 19th century, Serampore was famous for great educational institutions. William Carey founded the Serampore College which was the first University in Bengal. Samachar Darpan, the first Bengali newspaper was published on 23 May 1818 from a Baptist Mission Press located here.

The Denmark Tavern 

In the 19th century, Serampore was famous for great educational institutions. William Carey founded the Serampore College which was the first University in Bengal. Samachar Darpan, the first Bengali newspaper was published on 23 May 1818 from a Baptist Mission Press located here.

Activity 1: Learn to cook authentic Bengali food. This is 3 hours cooking experience in a Bengali home. A sample recipe may include cooking of Luchi, Sada Bhaat, Shukto, Sorshe Bhapa Fish, Rasgulla/ Payesh.

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Activity 2: Street food hopping tour: Get ready for an exciting exploration of Kolkata’s culture and cuisine embark on a journey through the city’s vibrant streets and hidden treasures. Indulge in iconic chaats and Kathi Rolls, then immerse yourself in Kolkata’s history at a 200-year-old historic sweet shops. Experience the charm of College Street’s cafes and savor delicious mango fritters and prawn cutlets. Wrap up the evening at a lively bar with flavorful mutton kosha and bhetki. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable adventure filled with laughter and discovery!

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Activity 2: Dinner Cruise on Hooghly: Take in some of East India’s most famous and authorized landmarks from a beautiful viewpoint aboard a boat on the Hooghly River! Branching off the great Ganges, the Hooghly flows 260km to the sea during a breathtaking part of East India. It was called after the first European settlement built in Bengal in the late 1500s. During the cruise, like the beauty of the iconic Howrah Bridge. Take this ride with friends, family, and/or you’re important other—because groups of all ages are welcome traveling.

Points Covered:

Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Start your day at around 8:00 in the morning with your guide picking you up from your hotel. The first stop on the tour is the Dakshineshwar temple, one of the most revered temples of Kolkata dedicated to goddess Kali. This 18th-century temple is an architectural marvel with a height of 100 ft and a massive courtyard

Belur Math
The second spot on the itinerary is the Belur Math temple which is separated from the earlier one by river Ganga. Take a fun ferry ride like a local to reach this site which attracts people of a different faith from across the world! The temple is a place for pilgrimage for people of different religious faith and exudes a sense of peace like nowhere else!

Maghen David synagogue
After this, take the ferry back to reach your car and head towards your next destination, the Magen David Synagogue. One of the largest synagogues around Asia and an important site tracing the origin of Jews in Kolkata, the place will have you swooning with its architecture and the intricacies.

Parashnath Jain Temple
Next on the line is the pristine and utterly stunning Parasnath Digambar Jain temple. One of the most revered shrines for people of Jainism faith, this temple has a scenic appearance to itself with beautiful garden decorated with glass mosaics and silver European styled deities. Don’t forget to see the lamp which has been perpetually burning since the inception of the temple, i.e 1867!

St. John’s Church
Before proceeding to your last stop, stop for a hearty Bengali lunch (at your own expense) at one of the best-known local restaurants and once you’re through proceed further to your last stop at the St John’s Church. One of the first few buildings erected by the East India Company, the Church is also called as the Stone Church built in the Neoclassical architectural style with its interiors decorated with beautiful wood carvings and marble bass relief work. The Church also holds many important memorials including Job Charnock, the founder of Kolkata. End your tour with a flavoursome masala chai in earthen cups with your guide before the driver drops you back at your hotel.

Shakti Peeth Kalighat
Travel further, to the next destination, the Kalighat temple. One of the 52 Shakti peeths (places where the various parts of Sati’s body are believed to have fallen, in the course of Shiva’s Rudra Tandava) of India. An extremely important pilgrimage site this temple is dedicated to goddess Kali and attracts a huge number of devotees around the year. Explore this site as your guide acquaints yours further with Hindu mythology.

Birla Temple
Conclude your day with a visit to the serene Birla Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna and built with white marble. Take some time for reflection and tranquillity amidst the temple’s peaceful surroundings before wrapping up your day.

Kolkata, the City of Joy has always been a cultural hub and a bibliophile’s haven, with independent and specialty bookstores, traces of Soviet Russia, heritage trams, and vintage charm that is reflected in the quaint old houses which have stood the test of time. It is also home to several Nobel Laureates from writer-artist-poet Rabindranath Tagore to economist Abhijit Banerjee. Here is a list of places to visit in Kolkata in the footsteps of the Nobel Laureates, from the house where Rabindranath Tagore was born to the room where Ronald Ross worked on a cure for malaria, the club frequented by CV Raman and more.

The Nobel Laureates

Sir Ronald Ross (1902) – Medicine
Rabindranath Tagore (1913) – Literature, First Asian to win
Sir C. Venkata Ramana (1930) – Physics
Mother Teresa (1979) – Peace
Amartya Sen (1998) – Economics
Abhijit Banerjee (2019) – Economics

Tour Includes Visit to:

Netaji Bhawan 

Jorasanko – Tagore’s residence,

Indian Coffee House – Amartya Sen’s

Then proceed to SSKM hospital for the Monument Erected on memory of Sir Ronald Ross for discovering medicine for Malaria parasite.

Then move to Mother’s House (Missionaries of Charity) – house of Mother Teresa.

Later we go to the Calcutta South Club – A Club Established by CV Raman and Bharat Ratna Servapalli Radhakrishnan. Enjoy Lunch at Roastery Café.

Day 1: Kolkata to Shantiniketan
Shantiniketan is approximately 3 hours drive from Kolkata. Upon arrival start your day with a visit to the Visva Bharati University, founded by Rabindranath Tagore. Explore the beautiful campus, art galleries, and museums showcasing Tagore’s works. Check in to hotel and break for lunch. Then head to Khoai Mela, an open-air market where local artisans sell their handicrafts. You can shop for unique souvenirs and interact with the talented craftsmen.
Later in the evening, Explore the local markets in Shantiniketan, such as Sonajhuri Haat, where you can shop for local handicrafts, textiles, and jewelry. Later Visit the Amar Kutir, a cooperative society promoting local handicrafts. Enjoy a leisurely walk around the peaceful surroundings and shop for authentic handicrafts. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Shantiniketan to Kolkata
After breakfast, check out and visit to the Tagore’s Ashram, where Rabindranath Tagore lived and worked. Explore the serene surroundings and learn about Tagore’s life and philosophy. Later visit the Deer Park, a tranquil spot to relax and enjoy nature. Take a leisurely walk around the park and spot deer roaming freely. Return back to Kolkata. Check in at hotel and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 1: Depart Kolkata early morning to arrive Murshidabad by Noon. Today you will be engaged with an experience of the great betrayal of Murshidabad, the Old capital of Bengal. Visit spots like Nimak Haram Dewori, Tomb of Siraj-ud-Daulah, House of Jagat Seth and Katra Masjid. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 2: After breakfast at hotel. Check out and visit the Hazarduari Palace Museum, Site of Battle of Plassey and the Grand Imambara. Return back to Kolkata.

Day 1:

8:00A.M. Depart for Three hours and a half drive to Godhkhali end of the road, Breakfast Tea Break on the way.

1:30P.M.: Reaching Hotel, which is located just opposite to the Sundarban Tiger Reserve surrounded by the village, forests, breeze of the river, the place where you can enjoy a peaceful and pleasure weekend.

2P.M.: Lunch.

4.00P.M.: A short introduction via boat to the Sundarban Bird Jungle with the lovely sunset view which is more mesmerizing after the ‘sunsets’ we will back to the Hotel at 6 pm.

7:00P.M.: Local folk dance followed by complimentary snacks Tea / Coffee.

10P.M.: Dinner and Night stay at Hotel.

Day 2:

07.00A.M.: Morning we will start Sundarban delta Safari through boat.

08.30A.M.: Start Jungle Safari guided by our Govt tourist Guide at Sajnekhali Tiger Reserve.

09.30A.M.: We will start our thrilling boat Safari through various rivers, Islands & small Creeks covering Pirkhali, SarakKhali, Gazikhali, Deul Varani, Banbib Varani. Sudhanyakhali Watch Tower In this Tiger Reserve area for our share of viewing animals like spotted deer, crocodile, wild boar, snakes, water monitor lizard, different types of birds and also Royal Bengal Tiger ( if you are lucky).

12.30A.M.: Visit Do-Banki Tiger Reserve Area & Watch Tower. The 896 meter canopy walk at Do Banki gives you an opportunity to view wildlife from a netted enclosure.

01.30P.M.: A Visit to Panchamukhni 5 River junction, Tiger Reserve Area & Watch Tower through Boat.

4 to 5.00P.M.: Sundarban jungle tour end head back for Kolkata.