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Description
Join us on this short tour and learn about the great life of Rabindranath Tagore, famous as the Gurudev. Explore Shantiniketan and see the residence and museum that houses the belongings of Tagore. Witness the beautiful open-air classrooms in the lap of nature at the Visva-Bharati University, and enjoy strolling through the Sonajhuri Haat, a local handicraft market.
Highlights
- See the open-air classrooms at the Visva-Bharati University
- Visit the Uttarayana complex to see the residence of Rabindranath Tagore
- Explore the Shantiniketan museum, housing the belongings of Tagore
- Stroll through the Sonajhuri Haat, a local handicraft market
- Learn about the great life of Rabindranath Tagore
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- Meet the tour guide in Kolkata and visit the Uttarayan complex to see the museum and residences. Uttarayan complex is where Rabindranath Tagore used to live in Shantiniketan.
- Visit the University area, open-air classrooms, Upasana Ghar (prayer room), and Bhawans (various departments of the campus). Stop for lunch (optional).
- Head to the Sonajhuri Haat, an open-air market where you will have a local experience.
- Drive back to Kolkata.
What's Included
- Transportation by AC vehicle
- Professional English-speaking Kolkata guide
- Packaged water
What's Excluded
- Anything not specified above
- Gratuities
- Camera charges
- Entry fees
Know before you go
- Kolkata to Shantiniketan is a 3-hour drive
- Starting early is recommended
- The university is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays (partially)
- Entry fees for Indians and Foreign Nationals are different
Meeting Point
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Persons | |
| 1 To 4 | INR 8500 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |
Starting From
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USD 105 / person