This 5-day itinerary is designed to help you experience the best of Kolkata’s attractions without feeling rushed. Each day is planned to balance sightseeing, relaxation, and cultural immersion.
Day 1: Colonial Charm and Iconic Landmarks Theme: Introduction to Kolkata’s colonial heritage and iconic structures.
Morning:
Start at Victoria Memorial: Spend 2–3 hours exploring the galleries and gardens.Howrah Bridge: Stroll along the bridge and visit the nearby Mullick Ghat Flower Market.
Afternoon:
Lunch at Flurys on Park Street: Enjoy classic English breakfast and desserts.Indian Museum: Dedicate 2–3 hours to explore its extensive collections.
Evening:
Prinsep Ghat: Take a serene riverside walk and a boat ride during sunset.Dinner at Peter Cat: Try the famous Chelo Kebab to end the day.
Day 2: Spiritual Exploration and Riverside Retreats Theme: A day of spiritual serenity and cultural discovery.
Morning:
Dakshineswar Kali Temple: Participate in morning aarti and enjoy the peaceful riverbank views.Belur Math: Take a ferry ride across the Hooghly River to visit this spiritual haven.
Afternoon:
Lunch at a local eatery near Belur Math: Try authentic Bengali thalis.St. Paul’s Cathedral: Spend an hour soaking in the Gothic architecture.
Evening:
Park Street Exploration: Visit bookstores, enjoy street performances, and relax at a café.Dinner on Park Street: Choose from its diverse range of restaurants.
Day 3: Cultural and Local Experiences Theme: Dive into Kolkata’s cultural richness and local artistry.
Morning:
Kumartuli: Observe artisans crafting Durga idols and shop for souvenirs.Marble Palace: Explore this 19th-century mansion filled with art and antiques.
Afternoon:
Lunch in North Kolkata: Visit a heritage restaurant like Mitra Café for classic Bengali snacks.Mother House: Spend time at Mother Teresa’s headquarters, reflecting on her life and work.
Evening:
Kalighat Temple: Attend evening prayers and explore nearby bustling markets.Dinner at a Bengali restaurant: Opt for dishes like kosha mangsho and shorshe ilish.
Day 4: Fun, Learning, and Relaxation Theme: Perfect for families, this day blends education, entertainment, and leisure.
Morning:
Birla Planetarium: Attend an engaging astronomical show.Science City: Explore interactive exhibits and enjoy a 3D theatre experience.
Afternoon:
Lunch at Science City Food Court: A quick and convenient option.Eco Park in Salt Lake City: Relax in the greenery, go paddle boating, or visit the Butterfly Garden.
Evening:
Nicco Park: Spend the evening enjoying rides and attractions.Dinner near Salt Lake City Centre: Explore options like Mainland China for a delightful dinner.
Day 5: Local Shopping and Farewell Theme: End your journey with shopping and capturing the essence of Kolkata.
Morning:
New Market (Hogg Market): Shop for Bengali sarees, handicrafts, and souvenirs.Esplanade: Visit historic landmarks like Metro Cinema and Indian Coffee House.
Afternoon:
Lunch at Mocambo: Relish classic Continental and Anglo-Indian dishes.Eden Gardens: Explore the iconic cricket stadium and the adjoining park.
Evening:
Rabindra Sarobar: Enjoy a peaceful walk or indulge in birdwatching.Dinner at a lakeside café or restaurant: Wrap up your trip with a memorable meal by the water.
Travel Tips:
Transport: Use app-based cabs, metro, and ferries for convenient travel.Timing: Start early to avoid traffic and crowds, especially for popular spots.Local Experiences: Don’t miss Kolkata’s street food – puchkas, kathi rolls, and jhal muri.Clothing: Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for long walks and humid weather.
This itinerary ensures you experience the diverse facets of Kolkata, from its rich history and spirituality to its vibrant culture and modern attractions.
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Sounava SamantaMarch 17, 2022
... read more trip of Sundarban ( 3D&2N).The trip was tailor made for our need.The staff members were very courteous & looked after all the nitty gritty to make the trip a memorable one.The food used to be prepared as per our requests & was relished by all members.The night stay arranged in the 5 star resort was superb and in an hospitable atmosphere.The resort has the added feature of being located in a natural surroundings of flora and fauna. It provided attractive play areas for kids. On top of everything, it was pocket friendly & no hidden cost was involved. Would strongly recommend SonakshiTravel for this riverine trip.
Arun BiswasJanuary 17, 2023
... read more cottage were excellent. Subrat dada was extremely well informed about the forests. His knowledge helped us a lot. Extremely grateful🙏
Shradha Suman SatpathyMarch 17, 2022
... read more are very well organised to set up this Sunderban tour in terms of fooding lodging and irrespective every things which relates to this particular tour. Me and my family has a mind blowing experience. Thanks Subhabrata Talukdar to you and to your team for giving us a memorable experience.
Sagar BanerjeeJanuary 17, 2023
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Avik RoyJanuary 17, 2023
... read more a 21 heads office tour for two days and one night . Basically, it was a farewell to our General Manager. Ministry of Defence. Government of India. Following may noted for further: Promised were executed 💯% Timely availability of traveler on pick-up point. Food quality and quantity was very good. Comfortable night stay. Room condition was good. Arrangment of Folk dance 💃 was supab. Recommended for the tour.
Umesh PaswanJanuary 17, 2023
... read more package. Here are few points I would like to mention regarding the tour. PROS: 1) The tour organiser, Mr Talukdar gave us a very clear account of the package and there were no hidden cost. 2) We were appointed a manager ( Mr Subrata) during the tour, who was very polite in his dealings. Since I was travelling with my 4 yr old daughter, I had requested him to make few extra arrangements ( in meal) for her ….for which I never had to remind him again and all my requirements were taken care off. 3 ) since we were only 3 families travelling on one boat, we had enough space to ourselves as compared to other boats I saw during the trip were overly crowded. 4) Food was good and the preparation was quite homely. 5)As we had to spend considerable amount of time on the boat…. I was little apprehensive about the cleanliness of the washroom on the boat. But to my surprise, the washroom was sparkling clean. CONS: 1) Though the hotel we were made to stay was very well located… but the rooms were very basic. Rooms are newly made but not very well maintained. The floor of the rooms felt like they were not dusted and mopped in days.There were cobwebs here and there and bathroom had few centipedes. To my opinion..rooms could have been better than what was provided. Overall, it was a well organised trip and Mr Talukdar kept checking on us during the trip which I truly appreciate. We thoroughly enjoyed. And I would certainly recommend Sundarban Travel to my friends and family.
Vaishali SenguptaMarch 17, 2022
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Sanghita RoyMarch 17, 2022
... read more 10th to 12th of December, 2021 ( 2 nights 3 days package). I take pleasure in sharing my/ our experience with Mr Suvabrata ( Sonakshi Travels to us means Mr Suvabrata). # Mr Suvabrata, a perfect gentleman, with polite behaviour, understanding/ empathetic & extremely helpful nature. # Well organized & hastle free tour. # Polite & helpful staffs. # Punctuality is a batch.... whether it's transport, food, sight seeing, arrival or departure, everywhere time schedule was perfectly maintained. # Well designed itinerary & all places covered providing flexibility to the visitors. # Neat & clean car & boat. We were lucky to have a boat for ourselves. Hearty thanks to Mr Suvabrata for the unexpected surprise. # Place of stay was clean, beautiful & comfortable with all basic necessities including hot water. # Delicious food was served both veg & non-veg. # Pocket friendly package. No hidden charges or extra money demanded. Words will fall short to express my appreciation for MR SUVABRATA (SONAKSHI TRAVELS) & his TEAM. No one ( staffs) wore a frown throughout the trip & left not a single area for complaint. Once again I, on behalf of my family & friends, convey my wholehearted thanks to Mr Suvabrata & team. Looking forward to join you for some other trip.
Manisha Roy Chowdhury GhantiMarch 17, 2022
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... read more tour confirmation 7/10. I paid advance for booking after checking the availability. But after making the payment, I was informed the required dates are not available and I had to change my dates. Communication of programs are also not up to the mark. 2. Transfer from Kolkata to Gadkhali & Return 8/10. Onward journey driver was new and not carrying proper documents for Vehicle. Stuck at Ghatakpukur for more than 30 minutes in a police checking. Return journey was better but the vehicle given was too old. 3. Boat Arrangements from Gadkhali 10/10. Good & comfortable. Well decorated boat with well behaved staffs. 4. Accommodation 10/10. Very good place selection and enjoyed the staying. This point you will get a bonus point. 5. Food 8/10. First day lunch was awesome but next meals were just below par. Lacking variety. I came to know few other agencies are offering more variants in their service. Finally thanks to all your staffs in the boat and in the hotel. Specially mentioning Tapas, Bapi, your cook and Subrata for their service.
Sibagi GhoshMarch 17, 2022
... read more team, tour manager Subrata, boat captain Bapi da and our guide Tanmoy da was very cooperative and helpful. Our stay was in Sobuj Deep Resort, the location is next to the river and rooms are quite good in size, there 4 bedrooms can accommodate 2 families with one kid comfortably. The facilities and services of boat and resort was excellent. My objective was to spend some time with family in the nature, and a wild wish if we could spot the graceful royal Bengal tiger in the wild was 100% fulfilled. When I was researching for this tour, I found Sundarbans travel (Sonakshi travel) rated 4.5 among all, and I am not disappointed as well. Next time when I will visit Sundarbans again my choice will be Sundarbans travel. All over experience “The tour is mind blowing”.
Kaustav ChatterjeeMarch 17, 2022
... read more and the boat ride were upto another level. Thank you so much for this wonderful treat. Looking forward to visit again. 😊
CHANDNI NASKARDecember 17, 2022
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ataur rahamanMarch 17, 2022
... read more staff is always up to the mark. Thank you all.
Rupak BhattacharjeeJanuary 17, 2023
... read more homely environment, mainly we are extremely impressed the condition of the boat, cleanliness and food quality was superb. Except the chilli chicken preparation ( not upto the mark), the taste of the food was just like home made food. Resort location was good but not in good quality, need to look into this to provide the best service. Also the car condition is not good. Apart from these we enjoyed a lot throughout the tour. Special thanks to Mr.Talukdar and Team for organizing our memorable trip.
Amit SasmalMarch 17, 2022
... read more was excellent..inspite some language problem staff were very very humble n cooperative n always willing to serve to our satisfaction...i surely will recommend my friends/ relatives to visit the place once in lifetime through Sonakshi Travels...🙏🙏🙏
Munna DewanJanuary 17, 2023
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DEV KUMAR PYNEDecember 17, 2022
... read more group tours were available Mr Talukder arranged a customized tour for us & we were a little apprehensive as the two of us would be traveling alone . But he assured us about our safety & other facilities & truly everything was beyond our expectations. Right from our pickup, boat tours, hotel accommodation & food everything was well arranged. We have come back with sweet memories. Thank you Mr Talukder & every one at Sonakshi tours.
Leena MhatreMarch 17, 2022