Mesmerizing West Bengal Tour

Duration:

05 Nights / 06 Days

Destination Covered:

Kolkata-Mayapur-Bishnupur-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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    As a summary we were extremely satisfied with the travel and the organization from Shanti Travel.
    Thank you very much for your support, give her our warm regards. Claudia Reinhardt, German, September 2014
  • Rajasthan Royal Fantastic “Very happy with the trip. Rohit Poddar, our Tour Designer was very efficient and thorough! Accommodation was great and we’d like to travel again with Crocus Travel.” Michael, UK, Rajasthan, August 2014
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Tour Description

Overview

‘Mesmerizing West Bengal Tour’ is well designed itinerary, which gives you the chance to explore the major attractions of West Bengal, which is renowned for its significant architecture, culture and traditions. During this tour you will explore.  Kolkata formerly known as Calcutta is the capital of West Bengal and is located on the bank of the Hooghly River. Kolkata being one of the metropolitan cities of India is a home to different cultures, religions, styles where its population has been happily amalgamated.  You will also explore Mayapur, which is located in the district of Nadia which is famous for ISKCON Temple which is visited by numerous international tourists who wish to engage with the culture of ISKCON Society. Apart from this you will also get the chance to explore Bishnupur which is situated in the Bankura District of West Bengal and is famous for its terracotta temples and Baluchari Sarees. The architecture of Bishnupur still depicts its splendid past. Bishnupur unique style of architecture is the most brilliant and detailed terracotta work in the entire Eastern India.  The duration of the tour is 05 nights and 06 days.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Kolkata (By flight)

Upon arrival at Kolkata Airport/Railway Station, meet our representative, then proceed to the hotel. Check-in to your pre-reserved Hotel.  Kolkata formerly known as Calcutta is the capital of West Bengal and is located on the bank of the Hooghly River. Kolkata being one of the metropolitan cities of India is a home to different cultures, religions, styles where its population has been happily amalgamated. The Day is kept free for Leisure after a long journey and you may choose to visit the surrounding places in the evening. Evening free for Leisure

Overnight stay in Kolkata

Day 02: Kolkata Sightseeing

After Breakfast, proceed for Kolkata sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Dakshineshwar Temple, Indian Museum, Marble Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Victoria memorial, Eden Gardens, Howrah Bridge and Hoogli River. At the end of the tour, back to your Hotel and relax.

Evening free for Leisure
Overnight stay in Kolkata

Day 03: Kolkata – Mayapur (By Road-150 Kilometres)

Check-out from the Hotel after your Breakfast and proceed to Mayapur, the headquarters of ISKCON Society. Mayapur is regarded as one of major Spiritual Tourist destination with more than million visitors visiting Mayapur annually. Mayapur is a spiritual city’s which is possessed by the ambiance of the surroundings for nature lovers and adorned with spectacular temple structures.

Upon your arrival in Mayapur, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax.  After freshen-up proceed for Mayapur sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see popular places such as ISKCON Temple (Famous for its glorious mystical vision), SrilaPrabhupadaMandir and Goshala. At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel and relax.  Evening free for Leisure

Overnight stay in Mayapur

Day 04: Mayapur – Bishnupur (By Road-175 Kilometres)

Check-out from the Hotel after your Breakfast and proceed to Bishnupur which is situated in the Bankura District of West Bengal and is famous for its terracotta temples and Baluchari Sarees. The architecture of Bishnupur still depicts its splendid past. Bishnupur unique style of architecture is the most brilliant and detailed terracotta work in the entire Eastern India.  

Upon your arrival in Bishnupur, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. After freshen-up, proceed for Bishnupur sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as JorBangla Temple, Rasmancha, Madanmohan Temple and Local Market for Handicraft arts. At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel and relax. Evening free for Leisure

Overnight stay in Bishnupur

Day 05: Bishnupur Sightseeing

After Breakfast, proceed for Bishnupur Temple tour with our Tour Representative to see a unique form of architecture which till date depicts the rich history of Bishnupur which had been ruled by many Hindu Rajas of the Malla Dynasty.  Most of the temples depict the story of Radha – Krishna (Hindu God). The temples of Bishnupur are made up of terracotta, bricks, and features like the curved “Bangla” roof and combined with the Muslim domes.  Some of the popular temples are Pancha Ratna Temple, Shyamrai Temple and Radha-Shyam Temple.  At the end of the Tour, back to your Hotel and relax.Evening free for Leisure.

Overnight stay in Bishnupur

Day 06: Bishnupur – Kolkata (By Road-160 Kilometres) Departure (By flight)

Today is the last day of the tour. After breakfast, check-out from the Hotel and proceed to Kolkata. Upon your arrival at Kolkata, transfer to Kolkata Airport/Railway Station for you for your onward journey to your destination along with memorable moments of the trip in your heart.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights:

  1. Dakshineshwar Temple, Indian Museum, Marble Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Victoria memorial, Eden Gardens, Howrah Bridge, Hoogli River.
  2. ISKCON Temple, SrilaPrabhupadaMandir and Goshala.
  3. Jor Bangla Temple, Rasmancha, Madanmohan Temple, Local Market for Handicraft, Terracotta pottery, Jewellery, Baluchari Sarees etc.
  4. ExploreBishnupur Temple Tour (PanchaRatna Temple, Shyamrai Temple, Radha-Shyam Temple)
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