Highlights

Take a Heritage Tonga Ride at Victoria Memorial

See the famous symbol of Kolkata and West Bengal – Howrah Bridge

Explore the colourful and lively Mullick Ghat Flower Market

Admire the architecture of St. John’s Church, St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Bishop’s House

Specifications

• Type: Tours in Kolkata
• Departs From: Kolkata, India
• Meeting Point: Hotel pick-up
• Duration: 8 hours
• Availability:: Daily except Monday at 9:30 AM

Description

Morning you will be received from your Kolkata city hotel and the tour will start with The Victoria Memorial, located in the heart of city, is a memorial building dedicated to Queen Victoria and currently a museum and famous tourist attraction. Designed using Indo – Saracenic style incorporating Mughal elements in the structure. (Museum closed every Monday)

After exploring the Victoria Memorial, enjoy a Tonga Ride (or “Heritage Ride”), a traditional horse carriage with regal touch.

Afterwards, drive to St. John’s Church in Dalhousie (mainly drive around), one of oldest church in the city erected after Kolkata became the effective capital of British India.

Visit St. Paul’s Cathedral, part of an Anglican cathedral of the Church of North India. The tower and spire is modeled after the Norwich Cathedral. Following the 1934 Calcutta earthquake, the tower was rebuilt along the lines of Bell Harry Tower of the Canterbury Cathedral. The Bishop’s House across the street is also a notable architectural structure.

In afternoon there will be lunch at the Local Indian Kolkata restaurant.

After lunch visit the Howrah Bridge, a famous symbol of Kolkata, which connects the two cities of Kolkata and Howrah. This area also famous for the Mallick Ghat (or Mullik Ghat) Flower Market. Experience the hustle and bustle amidst the colorful displays and sensory delights and truly feel the essence of the City of Joy. The Mullick Ghat Flower Market is a must see especially for first time visitors of Kolkata.

The final stop is South Park Street Cemetery, an old burial ground and currently a heritage site located on Mother Teresa Sarani.

Later in evening you will be dropped at your Kolkata city Hotel.