Kolkata 3-Hour Tour of Kumortuli - The Goddess Beckons

The resident Goddess of Kolkata in the Artisans' neighbourhood - Kumartuli

The face of the Goddess being perfected by the artisan.

The magical indoors of the studio are perfect of photography

Clay for the Goddess comes to the studios via boats on the river

The families interact because of the relationships that the tour leader has forged over the years of visiting there.

Each clay idol is finished to perfection

The colours - there is really no other place like this in India. OK! The World!

Huge idols of Kali being made ahead of Kali Puja!

The streets are safe for single women travellers.

Duration3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesHindi, English, Bangla

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Tour works for both non-photographers and photographers alike. Loved by photographers. No fancy cameras needed.

If you have been amazed at the amazingly beautiful idols you see during the Bengali festivals like Durga Puja and Kali Puja and always wanted to get behind the scenes then you will love this tour. This tour takes you to the traditional potters’ quarter in the north of the city. Not only does this neighborhood supply Gods and Goddess to the city but many of their creations are exported. It has been termed as one of the seven wonders of Calcutta and thus being in the city you surely cannot give it a miss. Available through the year barring a few weeks. Check with us!

PLEASE NOTE: Unless there is a scheduled tour, the minimum requirement for the tour is 2 pax. If you are single traveller, please message us.

P.S. Drop us a message if the mentioned start times do not work for you. Maybe we can schedule according to your convenience.

Options

Show up at starting point

Duration: 3 hours
Water, Tea, Light Snacks

Pickup from your location

Duration: 3 hours
Water, Tea, Light snacks
Air-conditioned car
Pickup included

What's included

Local chai
Bottled water
Street side local food
All Fees and Taxes

What to expect

3h

We will be spending most of our time in the artisans’ neighborhood and the river ghat and seeing the artisans create the world famous idols.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Between the Chandni Chowk and Central Metro Station, opposite Yogayog Bhawan.

P.S. Drop us a message if the mentioned start times do not work for you. Maybe we can schedule according to your convenience.

End point

Between the Chandni Chowk and Central Metro Station, opposite Yogayog Bhawan.

P.S. Drop us a message if the mentioned start times do not work for you. Maybe we can schedule according to your convenience.

Pickup details

Any other city hotels, BnBs and private residences.
Pickup timings will be relative to distance. Approximately 30 mins before tour start time for locations within city limits.

Please note that unless there is a scheduled pickup, the minimum requirement for pickup is 2 pax.

P.S. Drop us a message if the mentioned start times do not work for you. Maybe we can schedule according to your convenience.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not suitable for infants.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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