Colonial Charm: A Half-Day Kolkata City Tour
ID: GYG1075620-1651934
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover Kolkata's colonial charm on a guided tour. Visit the Victoria Memorial, explore St. Paul's Cathedral, stroll along the Hooghly River, and enjoy a break at Flurys tearoom.
Start your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel or the station. Head to the Victoria Memorial, an iconic colonial-era monument and museum surrounded by lush gardens. Spend an hour exploring its grand architecture and exhibits.
Next, visit St. Paul's Cathedral, a beautiful Gothic-style cathedral with stunning stained glass windows and colonial charm. Spend 30 minutes admiring its intricate design.
Afterward, take a leisurely walk along Maidan or Princep Ghat. Stroll or relax by the riverside promenade with views of the Hooghly River. If time allows, enjoy an optional short boat ride on the Hooghly.
Then, take a break at Flurys, a famous heritage tearoom and bakery on Park Street. Try their English breakfast, pastries, or Darjeeling tea in a charming setting.
Finally, be dropped off at your hotel, the station, or the Park Street area, concluding your morning tour.
Highlights
- Admire the colonial-era architecture of the Victoria Memorial
- Explore the Gothic-style St. Paul's Cathedral and its stained glass
- Stroll along the riverside promenade with views of the Hooghly River
- Enjoy a coffee or snack break at the famous Flurys tearoom and bakery
- Take a short boat ride on the Hooghly River, if time allows
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Optional short boat ride on the Hooghly if time allows
INCLUDED
- Professional tour guide
- Private ac car for entire activity
- Mineral bottle water
- All toll taxes and parking
- Entry tickets
- Lunch
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
