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Half Day Private Tour of Kolkata with a Local Companion

Kolkata, India
  • 4 to 6 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Customized Private Tour by Air-Conditioned Vehicle along with Local Companion
    • All essential Fees & Taxes as per the Itinerary, Fuel, Parking & Toll Charges
    • A unique cultural experience at Kumartuli, where you’ll see skilled artisans handcrafting idols
    • Coffee at the Indian Coffee House and Bottled Water
    • Hotel Pickup and Drop-off for a seamless travel experience
    • A scheduled lunch break (meal cost not included), giving you the flexibility to try local flavors
    • Gratuities (at your discretion)
    • Meals and personal expenses unless specified

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    Our Local Companion will meet you at your Hotel Lobby or, if arriving by Flight, at the Airport parking area. Once your booking is confirmed, we’ll connect with you via WhatsApp or SMS to coordinate the pickup. Prior to your tour, you’ll receive a message with the Local Companion’s name, mobile number for a smooth and hassle-free start to your journey.

    Itinerary

    1

    Malik Ghat Flower Market

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Howrah Bridge

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Mother House

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Parasnath Jain Temple

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Kumartuli

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    6

    College Street (Boi Para)

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    7

    Indian Coffee House

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Victoria Memorial Hall (Pass By)

    Akashvani Bhawan (Pass By)

    Dalhousie Square (Pass By)

    Eden Gardens (Pass By)

    Writers' Building (Pass By)

    General Post Office (Pass By)

    Fort William (Pass By)

    Calcutta High Court (Pass By)

    Raj Bhavan (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Near public transportation
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience is designed to be with an English-speaking local companion, not with a professional tour guide. It’s perfect for travelers who wish to explore the city like a local—casual, authentic, and immersive—without the overload of historical details. For those who want background and historical knowledge, we’ll provide informative handouts about all the places you’ll be visiting.
    • The Mother House remains closed on all Thursdays due to its weekly closure.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 9 reviews
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    Nearly perfect way to explore Kolkata.

    Mahesh_D, Dec 2025
    Had an amazing time exploring the beautiful city of Kolkata with Mr.Mukherjee. We covered a lot of places in a short span. Mr.Mukherjee has great attention to details and tries hard to make your experience nearly perfect. Highly recommend trying this tour if visiting Kolkata.

    Response from Host, Dec 2025

    Thank you very much indeed for the wonderful review and your kind words. We are glad that you enjoyed our tour, and we are delighted to have you on-board during our journey together to explore the "City of Joy". We will look forward to welcoming you again to discover the hidden gems of Bengal. Kind Regards, T. Mukherjee

    From $80.17

    per person

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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