India · Culture

4-Day Shantiniketan Cultural Road Trip from Kolkata with Folk Arts

4 Days Round trip from Kolkata Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire the terracotta temples of Itonda, Surul, and Supur
02 See a Baul performance in their adda (ashram)
03 View a Santhal dance under the open sky at night
04 Enjoy a visit to Dokra Village
05 Visit Vishwabharati and Kala Bhawana

Take a short trip from Kolkata to the historic town of Shantiniketan and delve into the legacy of Tagore. Explore many other attractions, including terracotta temples, folk culture, the tribal market, and Dokra Village. These destinations are hubs of cultural activity, where the rich heritage of India is showcased in every aspect.

Continue to Baul Akhra (Ashram) to experience the lifestyle and performance of Bengal ballad singers.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Calcutta, Santiniketan

Languages Bengali, English, Hindi

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Drive from Kolkata to Shantiniketan and Santhal Village

Drive to Shantiniketan after breakfast from Kolkata, with a utility stop during the journey.
Upon arrival, check in at the hotel or homestay.
After lunch, visit Vishwabharati and Kala Bhwana (Arts Campus).
Complete your visit and return to the hotel.
After a short break, proceed to Santhal Village for a live performance under the open sky.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02

Terracotta Temples and Tribal Market Exploration

After breakfast, explore and enjoy the terracotta temples of Itonda, Surul, and Supur.
Complete your visit and return to the hotel.
After lunch, explore the tribal market and interact with the locals.

Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 03

Tribal Museum and Baul Akhra Excursion

Have breakfast at leisure, then proceed to visit the Tribal Museum and Natural Art Museum, along with the Rural Rehabilitation Centre.
Continue to Baul Akhra (Ashram) to experience the lifestyle and performance of Bengal ballad singers. Savour a delicious homemade simple lunch.

Get back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 04