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By Tour de Kolkata

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $678 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • This relaxed, 3-day customizable itinerary captures the authentic soul of Kolkata by blending its iconic heritage with historic local transit.

    Day 1: Dives into old North Kolkata's culture. Witness the vibrant morning chaos of the Mullick Ghat Flower Market under Howrah Bridge, visit Tagore’s ancestral home, and see artisans sculpting clay idols in Kumartuli. Finish with classic adda over coffee and cutlets at the legendary Indian Coffee House on College Street Book Market.

    Day 2: Explore the colonial heart, starting at the Mother House and the historic South Park Street Cemetery. After touring the grand Indian Museum and Victoria Memorial, experience a tram ride. Enjoy famous street food during a private sunset river cruise at Prinsep Ghat.

    Day 3: Focuses on spirituality and history, featuring a scenic river ferry boat ride between the majestic Dakshineswar Kali Temple and the serene Belur Math. Stroll through the mosaic-filled Jain Temple and historic St. John’s Church.

Activity location

  • Malik Ghat Flower Market
    • , Southeast end of Howrah Bridge
    • Kolkata (Calcutta), West Bengal, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Malik Ghat Flower Market
    • , Southeast end of Howrah Bridge
    • Kolkata (Calcutta), West Bengal, India

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The Soul of Calcutta: 03-Day Private Kolkata Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
CA $678.29 x 1 AdultCA $678.29
Total
Price is CA $678.29

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Bottled Water
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fee
  • Inclusions
    Snacks, Local Food Tasting and Bengali Sweets
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Tourist Guide
  • Inclusions
    Parking Fees
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities
  • Exclusions
    Meals

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Meeting Point Clarity: Your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
    • Dress Code for Cultural Sites: As this heritage tour visits multiple spiritual and historical sites, please dress respectfully. Shoulders and knees must be covered, and we highly recommend wearing slip-on shoes or sandals, as footwear must be removed before entering certain temples and monuments.
    • Physical Pacing & Comfort: This tour features a moderate amount of walking through vibrant local markets, historic lanes, and artisan quarters to give you a true feel of the city. Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen are highly recommended.
    • Accessibility Note: Due to the historic nature of the streets, uneven pavements, this specific itinerary is unfortunately not fully wheelchair accessible or suitable for those with severe mobility restrictions.
    • Weather Policy: This experience runs rain or shine. Kolkata is beautiful in all seasons! In the event of heavy downpours, your guide will seamlessly adapt the schedule to focus on the city's stunning indoor heritage buildings, museums, and air-conditioned transport comfort.
    • Private Tour Exclusivity: This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate, ensuring a personalized pace and the undivided attention of your expert local guide.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
    • Customization: Feel free to let us know if you wish to customize your booking—this tour can be fully customized to suit your needs.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Cultural Roots, Intellectual Hubs & North Kolkata Artistry

  • 7 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Malik Ghat Flower Market

  • 30m

Howrah Bridge

  • 15m

Jorasanko Thakur Bari

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included

Kumartuli

  • 30m

Marble Palace

  • 30m

College Street (Boi Para)

  • 30m

Indian Coffee House

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included

Day 2: Central Heritage, Imperial Grandeur & Riverfront Sunset

  • 7 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Mother House (Pass by)

South Park Street Cemetery

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included

Indian Museum (Jadu Ghar)

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included

New Market

  • 1h

St. Paul's Cathedral

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included

Victoria Memorial Hall

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included

Prinsep Ghat

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included

Day 3: Spiritual Serenity & The Historic Heart

  • 6 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included

Belur Math

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included

Jain Swetamber Dadajika Temple

  • 30m

Esplanade Tram Terminus

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included

St. John's Church

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included

Dalhousie Square (Pass by)

Location

Activity location

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    Malik Ghat Flower Market
    • , Southeast end of Howrah Bridge
    • Kolkata (Calcutta), West Bengal, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Malik Ghat Flower Market
    • , Southeast end of Howrah Bridge
    • Kolkata (Calcutta), West Bengal, India

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