What to do and see in Kolkata (Calcutta), West Bengal: The Best Cultural Tours

Founded as an East India Company trading post, Kolkata was India's capital under the British Raj from 1773–1911. Today it’s known for its grand colonial architecture, art galleries and cultural festivals. It’s also home to Mother House, headquarters of the Missionaries of Charity, founded by Mother Teresa, whose tomb is on site. Admire iconic Howrah Bridge, visit Jain Temple, one of the city’s most visited religious structure, Walk the grounds like a student as your guide explains the history of the Kolkata University and names some of the most influential students, like Nobel Prize winning economist Amartya Sen. Visit the Magen David Synagogue, one of the largest Jewish temples open for worship in the Asian Pacific.

Inclusions: Professional local English-speaking guide, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

The City of Joy Experience is a day tour where guests will discover why Kolkata is indeed the City of Joy. The experience commences at the Mausoleum of Job Charnock, the founder of British Kolkata and covers St Johns Church, the iconic Writers Building, the magnificent Governor’s house, Shahid Minar, India’s oldest museum and the legendary Victoria Memorial. The experience fittingly ends after a scenic 3-hour cruise over the River Ganges.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch, Private car

Exclusions: Drinks

This is a Story Walk & one of our most popular tours, certified by so many travelers through the years! If you like listening to stories about the Raj days and Kolkata then this is your tour! It is a very interesting story of how the British started trading in this part of the world rivalling earlier European entrants. Many a booming cannon later, they became the leading traders. What followed was a small fort, a big port, a great battle, many changing fortunes and lots of colonial cunning & politics. The East India Company & later the Flag of the Empire gave a lot of importance to Calcutta for its trading, political and administrative clout. She was after all the Capital of British India for a long time & arguably the second most important city in the Empire. Along with Defense & Administration came institutions for Entertainment, Education & Emancipation. The light of European renaissance came as an ambient source & later cascaded into its own indigenous, self generating brightness.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board, Gratuities, expenses of a personal nature, etc.

Every city has its own scent. If you want to feel the fragrance of the historical city of Kolkata in a day, this tour awaits you. Planned fully according to your choice, this 8 hours will take you through journey where you will touch the Colonial and Historical landmarks and also the modern Kolkata. All along you will be accompanied by a Professional Tour Guide who will route according to your interest and choices. So come, take the unique opportunity of a time travel in a day.

Inclusions: Complimentary Hotel Pickup and Drop-off, Transport by Air-Conditioned Vehicle along with a Govt. approved Professional Tour Guide and Driver, Customised Private Tour covering city’s main highlights, Parking & Toll charges, Fuel surcharge, Local Taxes

Exclusions: Food and Drinks, unless specified, Lunch Cost, Gratuities, Souvenir Photos (available to purchase)

Forget the Taj Mahal and pink Jaipur, welcome to the chaos of Kolkata! 4 Hours Half Day guided Kolkata Tour by A/C Car. Learn interesting facts and anecdotes about the food, people, culture and history of Kolkata. Enjoy a Tram ride during the Tour. Complimentary Pick up & drop off at your location (within central Kolkata) Visit Mother Teresa's House & learn about this incredible woman and her humanitarian efforts. Take a walk around the 'White Town' – Colonial city that was developed by the British East India Company. Visit India's Largest Flower Market & iconic Howrah Bridge. Explore Potter's town & see the idols being handcrafted. Pass by the oldest part of the city. Stop at iconic Indian Coffee House.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Tour escort/host, Bengali Sweets/Snacks, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Gratuities, Victoria Memorial Museum entry fee

Take a Walking tour of this unique exploration in Kolkata. In the slum tour our guests get the venture of the people, where they are able to work and live in the small area. Take a walk along the community, visit a local nursery school, rubber factory and the friendly families from this friendly community.

Inclusions: Tour expert/guide, Packaged Drinking water

Exclusions: Food, Pick up & Drop off

See the highlights of the big, bustling city of Kolkata on an easy full-day trip. Experience the culture and beautiful architecture of the city three ways: via car, on food, and by boat along the Hooghly River. This is a private tour, so you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide. Fit a lot of sightseeing into one day without worrying about hailing taxis or other logistics.

Inclusions: Private Transportation, Guided Tours & Transfers

Exclusions: No Meals and Accommodation

Walking is the best way to feel the texture of a city. Our tour expert will hop you through the 'White town'- colonial city that was developed by the East India Company. Explore the small streets and bylanes, while admiring the oldest High Court in India the 'Calcutta High Court'.

Inclusions: Tour Guide / Tour expert, Packaged Drinking water, Entry Charges

Exclusions: Food, Pick up & Drop, Anything not mentioned in Inclusions

Forget the Taj Mahal and pink Jaipur, welcome to the chaos of Kolkata! "Hello Kolkata" introduces you to local lives, culture and heritage of Kolkata (Calcutta) "the city of joy). During the 4 hours of Cultural Walk tour, you will walk past the colonial buildings made during the British reign, visit the iconic Howrah Bridge, and take a ferry ride in Ganges and much more... Walk with us to visit the oldest market, was established for British residents in Kolkata. Experience the early morning chaos of locals Market. Explore Vegetable, Fruits & Spice Market. Visit India’s Largest Flower Market and walk on the world’s busiest iconic bridge “Howrah Bridge”. Explore Kumartuli (potter’s town/colony), interact with local artiste and see them handcrafting clay idols. Enjoy your Breakfast at a local restaurant. Friendlier than India’s other metropolises, this is a city you ‘feel’ more than simply visit. Let's Walk, Explore & Experience Kolkata like a local folk.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water, Local Guide / Escort, Bengali Sweets, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

This 8-hour custom tour of Kolkata enables you to explore the city in your own way. Allow your guide to help you to choose the activities that suit your interest the most, giving you the most memorable time during your Kolkata visit. The maximum group size for this tour is 12.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air conditioned private vehicle, Private local guide, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Any Other Items not included in the tour