Private Halfday Kolkata Guided City Tour

Kolkata is the city of joy, contrast and culture. Once happened to be the second most important city of British Empire after London, this city still oozes the colonial charms, but never loses her cerebral identity. The amazing diversity of Kolkata offers some unique and unforgettable experiences and we brought this in a platter with this innovative city experience hand crafted by one of our local experts. • Accompaning english speaking lincenced tourist guide having minimum 5+ years of experience in story telling. • Private tour in an appropiate sized luxury tourist car driven by one of our experienced drivers. • Free packed drinking water through tour. • All entry fees and parking charges.

1. 1

   Malik Ghat Flower Market

   30 min

   Flower Market is a unique wholesale market of flowers which is situated in the bank of river Ganges near the famous Howrah Bridge

2. 2

   BBD Bagh

   30 min

   Dalhousie Square was created in the heart of the imperial capital of Kolkata. After independence in 1947, the area was renamed after three martyrs of the freedom movement - Binoy, Badal, and Dinesh commonly known as the BBD Bagh. In 1885 Queen Victoria took over the administration of India from the East India Company and Kolkata became the capital of British India this place remained the nerve center of power till 1911 when the capital was shifted to Delhi. With a huge tank in the center, you will drive past 15 historic colonial heritage buildings surrounding this city square.

3. 3

   Victoria Memorial Hall

   30 min

   Victoria Memorial also referred to as the Taj of the Raj. This splendid white marble structure was built in memory of Queen Victoria between 1906 and 1921 and was formally inaugurated by the Prince of Wales, who later became King Edward VIII of England. (Garden Only).

4. 4

   St. Paul's Cathedral

   30 min

   The St Paul's Cathedral was built in 1847. It is one of the most impressive religious landmarks in the city. The interim of the church is a feast for the eyes, with excellent floral designs on the walls. Beautiful architecture and exquisite mural painting captivate the beholder. The life and work of St. Paul is vividly described in pictures.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   30 min

   Built in 1809, Kalighat temple is an ancient centre of Hindu pilgrimage and regarded as one of the 52 Shakti Peethams of India. The architecture of the temple is of typical medieval Bengal style. Godess Kali represents the destructive side of Siva's consort and goats are sacrificed to satisfy the goddess's blood lust.

6. 6

   Mother House

   30 min

   Mother House is the headquarters of the Missionaries of Charity.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.