Kolkata Private Tour
Tour Details
You'll be picked up from your hotel in Kolkata at 9 am. The first stop will be at the beautiful Paresnath Jain Temple. We'll be amazed by every detail of its decoration and learn about the origin of Jain devotion. Inside the shrine, we'll also see the carving of Shitalnathji, whose forehead is studded with... diamonds!
The tour continues with a visit to the Victoria Memorial. This colossal monument, dedicated to Victoria I of England, is one of the main vestiges of British heritage. Inside this white marble building is a museum where we'll see a large collection of paintings, engravings and art objects.
From here we'll go to one of Kolkata's most famous bridges, the Howrah Bridge, nearby is Dalhousie Square. We'll see the exterior of the General Post Office, St. John's Church and the Raj Bhawan, the Governor's Mansion.
The last stop will be Maidan Park, where we'll learn about the history of the ancient stronghold of Fort William, located on the banks of the Hugli River. It was originally used to defend British interests in this part of India.
Finally, at 3 pm we'll return to your hotel in Kolkata.
Why Book a Private Tour?
By booking a private tour, a personal guide will accompany you, and you'll be able to customize your itinerary, travel at your own pace, and even save money if you're traveling in a larger group!
More Information
Duration
6 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup & drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Bottled water
Private and exclusive tour, there will be no one else in the group
Not included
Entrance fees to the monuments (9 USD per person)
When to book?
You can book up until 7 days before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Divaindia Corporate name: Hispano India Travels Private Limited Registered Office: G-57 1ST FLOOR SECTOR 6, Noida, Gautambuddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, Noida, India Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 09AAHCH5374G1ZB Contact information Email: ops6@divaindia.in Phone: +91 99992 00611
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