India · City Tours

Kolkata: The City of Joy and Spiritual Marvels

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kolkata. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the iconic Victoria Memorial and explore its galleries
  • 02 See the historic architecture of St. Paul's Cathedral
  • 03 Experience the spiritual atmosphere of Dakshineswar Kali Temple
  • 04 Visit Belur Math, headquarters of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission
  • 05 Stop at the famous Howrah Bridge over the Hooghly river
  • 06 Explore the bustling Flower Market
  • 07 Travel with private hotel pickup and drop-off in Kolkata

Discover Kolkata through a rich mix of colonial architecture, sacred sites, and everyday city life on this full-day tour. Visit the grand Victoria Memorial and St. Paul's Cathedral, then continue to two of the city's most important spiritual landmarks: Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Belur Math.

Along the way, take in the energy of the city with a stop at the iconic Howrah Bridge and the vibrant Flower Market. With private transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and optional guide, entrance fees, and lunch depending on the option selected, this tour offers a convenient way to experience the cultural and spiritual character of the City of Joy.

Discover Kolkata through a rich mix of colonial architecture, sacred sites, and everyday city life on this full-day tour.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Calcutta
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

9:00 AM - Pick up from your hotel Your private tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Kolkata to start the tour.9:30 AM - Visit to Victoria Memorial Your first stop will be at the iconic Victoria Memorial, which is a beautiful marble building that was built to commemorate Queen Victoria's reign in India. You'll explore the galleries inside the museum, which showcases Indian art, history, and culture.11:00 AM - Visit to St. Paul's Cathedral Next, you'll visit St. Paul's Cathedral, which is a historic church that was built during the British rule. You'll see the beautiful architecture and learn about the history of the church.12:00 PM - Lunch break 1:30 PM - Visit to Dakshineswar Kali Temple After lunch, you'll visit Dakshineswar Kali Temple, which is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Kali. You'll explore the beautiful temple grounds and learn about the significance of the goddess in Hindu mythology.3:00 PM - Visit to Belur Math Next, you'll head to Belur Math, which is the headquarters of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission. Here, you'll visit the temple and learn about the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, who founded the organization.4:30 PM - Visit to Howrah Bridge and Flower Market After visiting the temples, you'll head to the iconic Howrah Bridge, which is a cantilever bridge that spans over the Hooghly river. You'll also explore the bustling Flower Market, which is one of the largest flower markets in India.6:00 PM - Drop-off at your hotel Your driver will drop you off at your hotel in Kolkata, where you can relax and reflect on your day's experiences.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kolkata. 1 city · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private AC car/van for pick up and drop off from/to your hotel.
  • English speaking local guide, if option selected.
  • Entrance fees to monuments, if option selected.
  • Lunch, if option selected.
  • Bottled water in the car.
  • Government Taxes.

What's Not Included

  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Gratuities and optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Please provide your hotel name and address at the time of booking or at least 3 days prior to the trip date. Our guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled time. Details will be shared one day prior to the tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Kolkata.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Kolkata.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Kolkata..

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