A full day Kolkata city Tour: Monument Entrance Fees and Lunch Included

This tour will bring you through the cultural capital of India, Kolkata (Calcutta), with its temples and sites of devotion as well as its sprawling streets and markets.

The tour begins with the Jain Temple also known as the "Jewel Box Temple of Calcutta". This temple of exquisite design and construction is dedicated to the 10th of the 24 Jain Tirthankaras and is an ornate mass of mirrors, colored stones and glass mosaics.

The visit proceeds to the settlment of Kumortuli, where the idols used during the many vibrant festivals of the city are made. Observe the amazing skills of artisans and craftmans, making idols without using machinery.

The visit continues to Marble Palace (closed on Monday & Thursday), situated in north Calcutta. the Palace hosts a collection of statues and original paintings including works of Rubens and Sir Joshua Reynolds. Proceed to College Street - one of Asia's largest book market - , have a cup of coffee at the famous "Coffee Shop" where one can see the young turks gossiping and feel the pulse of the culture.

On the latter half of the day the tour moves to the Missionaries of Charity (closed on Thursday). This is where Mother Teresa lies in peace;

The tour will end with the visit of Kali Temple, situated at Kalighat: a great pilgrimage center of the Hindus built around 350 years ago.

Attention: prices are for 2 persons!

Incluso nel prezzo

• Transportation
• English Speaking guide
• Fixed Menu Lunch at local Indian restaurant
• Monument Entrance fees and applicable taxes

Punto d' Incontro

Pick-up and drop from the hotel where guest will stay

Durata

8 ore

Orari di aperture

From Tuesday to Sunday / 9.00 am

Dimensioni Gruppo / Numero di Partecipanti

• Tour privato

Lingue disponibili

• Inglese
• Italiano
• Francese
• Tedesco
• Spagnolo

Non incluso nel prezzo

• Tips to driver and guide
• Any expenses which are not specified.