Amazing West Bengal Tour

Duration:

05 Nights / 06 Days

Destination Covered:

Kolkata-Shantiniketan-Sundarbans-Kolkata

Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
  • Rapid Golden Triangle I had a wonderful experience in Golden Triangle Tour of North India! Everything was pre plan according to my itinerary, taken care of and I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to see and do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations from my tour desirner who made us program adaptable to my wishes and price range. My driver was knowledgeable about each locations and gave great suggestions on activities for me (photography related) Echo Blum, United Kingdom, December 2014
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  • The trip was great! Everything worked very well The travel itself was well elaborated, the hotels were very well equilibration, from the more basic ones to the luxury resorts as the Dune or the Taj Malabar in Cochin. A very special experience was the trip on the boat (Spice Coast Cruises) -> simply great!
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Tour Description

Overview

‘Amazing West Bengal Tour’ is well designed itinerary which gives you the chance to explore some of the most popular destinations of West Bengal. During the tour you will get the chance to explore the major attractions of Kolkata. You will also explore Shantiniketan, which is located at the distance of about 212 kilometres from Kolkata. It is a small town in the Birbhum district. It is renowned due to Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, whose vision became what is now a University town that is Visva-Bharati University. Apart from this you will also get an opportunity to explore the amazing Sunderban. It is Tiger Reserve, Biosphere Reserve and a National Park in West Bengal.  Located on Ganges Delta, and adjacent to the Sundarban Reserve Forest in Bangladesh. It is one of the largest reserves and home of the Bengal tiger which is covered by dense mangrove forests. Apart from this it is also the home to reptile, invertebrate species such as salt-water crocodile and the verities of birds. In 1973 it was declared as Sundarban Tiger Reserve and it was declared a National Park in 1984. The duration of the travel is 05 nights and 06 days, covering the places such as Kolkata, Shantiniketan and Sundarbans.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Kolkata (By flight)

Upon arrival at Kolkata Airport, meet our representative, after welcome, proceed to the hotel. Check-in to your pre-reserved Hotel.  Kolkata serves as a capital of West Bengal and is the third most populated metropolitan cities of India. Kolkata was the former capital of India during British era.  Kolkata has always been famous for its artistic culture, traditions and literacy which has also made it a Cultural Capital of India.  After freshen-up proceed for Kolkata sightseeing Tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Dakshineswar Temple, Indian Museum, Marble Palace and St. Paul’s Cathedral. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Kolkata

Day 02: Kolkata

After Breakfast, proceed for Kolkata sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the other popular places such as Victoria Memorial, Belur Math, Dalhousie Square, Vidyasagar Setu, Princep Ghat, Shovabazar Rajbari, Howrah Bridge and Park Street. Being one of the metropolitan cities of India, you will experience different cultures here but majority of the population is Bengali. The old tall buildings located on Dalhousie Street or the royal architecture such as Victoria Memorial loudly speaks of the rich cultural heritage of the State of West Bengal. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Kolkata

Day 03: Kolkata – Shantiniketan - Kolkata(By Road-212 Kilometres)(Excursion Tour)

After Breakfast, proceed for an excursion tour to Shantiniketan along with our Tour Representative. Shantiniketan is also called as Abode of Rabindranath Tagore and is a university town in West Bengal. It is famous due to its association with Nobel Laureate Sir Rabindranath Tagore, with his vision; the small city had been converted to University Town. Shantiniketan is not only popular amongst students but the inspirational serenity of the place fascinates many tourists from all over the world. Shantiniketan also offers many other significant cultural and heritage features. On arrival at Shantiniketan visit the popular places such as Shantiniketan, Visva Bharti University, Art Gallery and Museum. Shantiniketan is a perfect destination to spend wonderful holiday in tranquility and to closely see the Indian Culture. In the University campus, there are various sculptures, frescoes paintings and murals of Rabindranath, and others. At the end of the tour, return to your Hotel in Kolkata and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Kolkata

Day 04: Kolkata – Sundarbans (By Road-100 Kilometres)

Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Sundarbans National Park with our Tour Representative. Sundarbans is located in West Bengal and shared the international borders with Bangladesh. This beautiful dense forest is recognized as UNESCO World Heritage site and home to large number of Royal Bengal Tigers. Sundarbans is the place where land meets the ocean and is the biggest river basin formed by holy river Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna. Sundarbans is amongst the biggest Tiger Reserve and National Park of India and is listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site.  After administration formalities you will be transferred by a motor boat to your Hotel at Sundarbans Island while passing through the different rivers. Upon your arrival at your Hotel, check-in and relax.  In the evening you will be taken for a motor boat ride to the Sundarbans, during the tour you will visit the Sajnekhali watchtower, Sajnekhali museum and Mangrove Interpretation center. At dusk, return to your hotel and relax. 
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Sundarbans National Park

Day 05: Sundarbans National Park

Early morning proceed for a Safari Tour to Sundarbans.  Unlike other forest reserves, the Safari tour at Sundarbans is different as it is done through a river cruise.  Proceed to various watchtowers through an exhilarating boat cruise to go inside the dense forest while passing through the criss-cross of various rivers and visit the Dobanki Watchtower that offers a unique way to experience the wildlife through its half kilometer canopy walk along with other watchtowers such as Sudhanyakhali and Netidhopani. Later cruise through Matla which is a Sea Face, this is a point from where you can see Bay of Bengal. Lunch will be served on board.

Post lunch visit the villages which are located around Sundarbans to interact with the local inhabitants to witness their lifestyle, culture and traditions. Sundarbans is also called as Amazon of India.  At dusk, return to your Hotel and relax.
Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Sundarbans

Day 06: Sundarbans – Kolkata (By Road-100 Kilometres)-Departure (By flight)

Check-out from the Hotel after your Breakfast and proceed to Kolkata. Upon arrival at Kolkata, transfer to Kolkata Airport for your onward flight to your destination with memorable moments with you.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights:

  1. Explore Dakshineswar Temple, Indian Museum, Marble Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral.
  2. Explore Victoria Memorial, Belur Math, Dalhousie Square, Vidyasagar Setu, Princep Ghat,  Shovabazar Rajbari, Howrah Bridge and Park Street.
  3. Visit Shantiniketan, Visva Bharti University, Art Gallery and Museum.
  4. Explore Sundarbans Wildlife.
  5. Enjoy Sundarbans Safari Tour.
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