Tour Overview
Discover the rich culture, history, and spiritual heritage of Kolkata on this full-day private sightseeing tour. Explore iconic landmarks such as the Victoria Memorial, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and Kalighat Kali Temple, travel comfortably in an air-conditioned private vehicle, and experience the vibrant local life of this historic city.
Duration: 8 Hours
Operating Days: Monday – Sunday
Timings: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Flexible Pick-up Time)
Transportation Options
- 1–2 Persons: Swift Dzire or similar (A/C Sedan)
- 3–4 Persons: Toyota Innova or similar (A/C SUV)
Inclusions
- Pick-up & drop-off from Hotel / Airport / Railway Station
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with professional chauffeur
- Fuel (Petrol/Diesel/Gasoline)
- Parking charges, toll taxes & interstate taxes
- Fuel surcharge
- Bottled water
- All Government Taxes (GST)
- Professional guide (if booked with guide option)
- Lunch (if booked with lunch option)
Exclusions
- Hotel accommodation
- Monument entrance fees
- Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase)
- Tips & gratuities (recommended)
- Souvenir photos (available for purchase)
- Lunch (if not booked with lunch option)
- Professional guide (if not booked with guide option)
Detailed Itinerary with Locations
1
St. Paul’s Cathedral – 20 minutes
Cathedral Road, Maidan, Kolkata – 700071
A stunning Gothic Revival cathedral built to replace St. John’s Church, which had become too small for
Calcutta’s growing European community.
🎟️ Admission Ticket: Not Included
2
Mother House (Mother Teresa’s Home) – 30 minutes
54A, A.J.C. Bose Road, Entally, Kolkata – 700016
Visit the resting place of Mother Teresa and explore Nirmal Hriday, where she lived and served with her
sisters.
🎟️ Admission Ticket: Not Included
3
Indian Museum (Jadu Ghar) – 30 minutes
27, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Park Street, Kolkata – 700016
The ninth-oldest museum in the world and India’s largest, housing rare artifacts, fossils, and art
collections.
🎟️ Admission Ticket: Not Included
4
Victoria Memorial Hall – 45 minutes
1, Queen’s Way, Maidan, Kolkata – 700071
A majestic marble monument built in memory of Queen Victoria, blending Mughal and British architectural
styles.
🎟️ Admission Ticket: Not Included
5
Birla Temple (Birla Mandir) – 20 minutes
29, Ashutosh Chowdhury Avenue, Ballygunge, Kolkata – 700019
Built of white marble, this temple resembles Bhubaneswar’s Lingaraj Temple and is dedicated to Lord Krishna
and Radha.
🎟️ Admission Ticket: Not Included
6
Kalighat Kali Temple – 45 minutes
79B, Kali Temple Road, Kalighat, Kolkata – 700026
One of the 51 Shakti Peethas, dedicated to the goddess Kali — a deeply spiritual and powerful temple
experience.
🎟️ Admission Ticket: Free
7
Prinsep Ghat – 20 minutes
Strand Road, Fort William, Hastings, Kolkata – 700021
A riverside promenade built in 1841 along the Hooghly River, known for its Palladian porch and scenic
views.
🎟️ Admission Ticket: Not Included
8
Malik Ghat Flower Market – 30 minutes
Below Howrah Bridge, Strand Road, B.B.D. Bagh, Kolkata – 700001
Eastern India’s largest flower market — colorful, lively, and perfect for photography, especially during
festivals.
🎟️ Admission Ticket: Free
Drive-Pass Highlights
- BBD Bagh (Dalhousie Square): Colonial landmarks — General Post Office, Shaheed Minar, Eden Gardens, Akashvani Bhawan, Writers’ Building, Governor’s House, and Raj Bhavan.
- Howrah Bridge: Drive across this iconic cantilever bridge over the Hooghly River.
- Dalhousie Square: Surrounded by historic Raj-era buildings — High Court, Town Hall, St. John’s Church, GPO, Raj Bhawan, and Writers’ Building.
Good to Know
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended
- Modest dress required for temple visits
- Itinerary can be customized within the 9-hour duration
- Tour operates in all weather conditions