Kolkata: City Highlights Day Trip with a Expert Local Guide
ID: GYG1130427-1735063
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Explore Kolkata’s top attractions on a City Highlights Day Trip with an expert local guide. Discover temples colonial landmarks, vibrant markets & rich cultural heritage in a single unforgettable day.
1. Morning: Heritage & Colonial Landmarks
Pick up from your hotel by your expert local guide.
Begin your day at the Victoria Memorial, an iconic marble monument symbolizing British India.
Visit St. Paul’s Cathedral, known for its stunning Gothic architecture.
Drive past Howrah Bridge, one of the busiest cantilever bridges in the world, connecting Kolkata and Howrah.
Stop at the Writers’ Building and Raj Bhavan for photos and insights into Kolkata’s colonial past.
2. Lunch Break:
Enjoy a traditional Bengali lunch at a local restaurant (optional).
3. Afternoon: Spiritual & Cultural Exploration
Visit the sacred Kalighat Kali Temple, one of the most important pilgrimage sites in India.
Explore the Indian Museum, the oldest and largest museum in India, showcasing rare artifacts and art.
Walk through the vibrant College Street and visit the Coffee House, a cultural hub of literature and art.
4. Evening: Local Life & Market Walk
Stroll through the colorful New Market or Kumartuli, the artisan quarter where clay idols are made.
Witness the charm of daily life along the Hooghly River and, time permitting, enjoy a short ferry ride.
Drop back at your hotel with wonderful memories of Kolkata’s history, spirituality, and local flavor.
Highlights
- Explore Kolkata’s top landmarks with an experienced local guide.
- Visit the iconic Victoria Memorial, a symbol of British-era grandeur.
- Discover spiritual harmony at Kalighat Temple and St. Paul’s Cathedral.
- Witness the vibrant life of Howrah Bridge and the Flower Market.
- Dive into local culture at College Street and the Indian Coffee House.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Hotel/airport pick up and drop off
- Private ac car for entire tour activity with driver
- Professional tour guide
- Entry tickets
- Mineral water bottle
- All toll taxes and parking
NOT INCLUDED
- Any food
- Any personal expenses
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.