Private Shore Tour: Highlights of Kolkata in a Day

Kolkata, India
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Duration7h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Discover the vibrant soul of Kolkata on this full-day Private Shore Tour. With a customizable itinerary and expert local guide, explore the city’s cultural treasures — from the peaceful Mother Teresa’s House to the colorful chaos of the Flower Market. Admire the stunning Victoria Memorial Gardens, watch artisans in Kumartuli, and soak in local life at College Street’s iconic Indian Coffee House. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of colonial landmarks. The tour ends with dessert at a charming café before returning to Kolkata Port.

Options

Private Tour for 1 passenger

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Kolkata Cruise Port.
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Driver-Only Tour

No guide, fixed 7:30 AM pickup: Private transportation only. No guide, no entry tickets. Available on Tuesdays with a fixed 7:30 AM pick-up.
Pickup included

Private Tour for 2 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Kolkata Cruise Port.
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Private Tour for 4 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Kolkata Cruise Port.
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Private Tour for 6 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Kolkata Cruise Port.
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Private Tour for 3 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Kolkata Cruise Port.
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

Private Tour for 5 passengers

Private transportation: Includes private transportation to and from the Kolkata Cruise Port.
Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide
Pickup included

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Parking & Toll charges included
  • Pick up and dropp off at your cruise ship terminal
  • Drinking Water + Light Snacks
  • Professional local English-speaking tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch & entry fees

What to expect

  1. 15m
    Meet your private guide and driver right at the port for a seamless start to your Kolkata adventure.
  2. Mother House
    45m
    Begin with a peaceful visit to the home and mission of Mother Teresa. Learn about her remarkable humanitarian legacy and see where she lived and served.
  3. Jain Swetamber Dadajika Temple
    30m
    Admire the colorful glasswork, marble, and detailed carvings of this historic 19th-century Jain temple, a quiet spiritual oasis.
  4. Malik Ghat Flower Market
    40m
    Dive into the sensory overload of the Flower Market, full of vibrant blooms. Walk under the iconic steel span of Howrah Bridge for fantastic views and photos.
  5. 45m
    Wander through manicured gardens surrounding the grand white-marble Victoria Memorial, an architectural jewel of the colonial era.
  6. Kumartuli
    45m
    Visit this unique artisan neighborhood where sculptors craft religious idols from clay. Watch the traditional process in action.
  7. College Street (Boi Para)
    1h
    Stroll along College Street, lined with bookshops, and enjoy a nostalgic break at the legendary Indian Coffee House, a cultural institution in Kolkata.
  8. Eden Gardens
    30m
    Drive Past Sights – En route
    Enjoy a panoramic city drive, passing landmarks such as Eden Gardens, GPO, Shaheed Minar, Writers’ Building, Governor’s House, and the High Court.
  9. Kolkata (Calcutta)
    30m
    Relax with dessert and coffee at a charming local cafe — the perfect way to wrap up a day of discovery.
  10. 30m
    Your driver will take you back to the port comfortably and on time for your ship departure or onward plans.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The driver will meet you in the Kolkata Cruise Port with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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