Top Kolkata Historical Tours

Calcutta is truly a melting pot of cultures and communities… truly a kaleidoscope of various shades, flavors and sights that make Calcutta what it is today! This tour will help you understand a little bit of India and how so many religions and faith form the very fabric which is India. Find out amongst others about the Chinese who made Calcutta their home and gave Calcutta its amazing Chinese food. Find out the oldest surviving Christian tomb in the city, walk into synagogues which have stood for centuries within whose walls time still stands still. Taste local food and witness life as it unfolds right in front of you. Discover amazing facts about the Parsis and find hidden gems in the middle of nowhere. So many cultures and so many communities co-existing side by side, reminds one of the famous 1982 number one by Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder – Ebony and Ivory. Minimum 2 pax required if there are no scheduled tour for the day you are looking to book the tour on. Please message.

Discover the vibrant city of Kolkata on a private tour of the city. See key landmarks such as Mother Teresa’s house to view her tomb, the Howrah Bridge, the Marble Palace, and much more as you drive around in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Learn about the history of India, from ancient times to its British occupation to present-day, over the course of the day.

Explore the main attractions of Calcutta on this all-day guided tour. First, visit Mother Teresa's house and learn more about her humanitarian efforts. Other stops include Park Street Cemetery, St. Paul's Cathedral, Victoria Memorial Hall, Howrah Bridge (which is one of the busiest bridges in the world), and more. Plus, browse some of the city’s markets.

First-time visitors to Kolkata who want a fun overview of the city will enjoy this half-day guided tour. You'll visit must-see highlights including Mother Theresa's House, Howrah Bridge, the colorful flower market, and more. Travel in comfort between places in an air-conditioned vehicle, and save yourself time and effort by touring with an English-speaking guide.

See the highlights of the big, bustling city of Kolkata on an easy full-day trip. Experience the culture and beautiful architecture of the city three ways: via car, on food, and by boat along the Hooghly River. This is a private tour, so you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide. Fit a lot of sightseeing into one day without worrying about hailing taxis or other logistics.

Discover the slums of Kolkata, a former East India Company trading post during this private walking tour. Follow your guide through the shantytown and learn about the various enterprises such as rubber factories, recycling facilities, and open-air laundries. Visit a local nursery and chat with some of the locals to get a different perspective on the slums of this large Indian city.

Cover the top sights of Kolkata with your own private guide, leaving you free to set the itinerary. Customize your stops based on your unique interests, from stately Victorian landmarks to thumping goddess temples. You’ll travel between attractions in a comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle, stopping wherever you wish. Tours are capped at 12 people, making this a great option for friends and families.

Forget the Taj Mahal and pink Jaipur, welcome to the chaos of Kolkata! "Hello Kolkata" introduces you to local lives, culture and heritage of Kolkata (Calcutta) "the city of joy). During the 4 hours of Cultural Walk tour, you will walk past the colonial buildings made during the British reign, visit the iconic Howrah Bridge, and take a ferry ride in Ganges and much more... Walk with us to visit the oldest market, was established for British residents in Kolkata. Experience the early morning chaos of locals Market. Explore Vegetable, Fruits & Spice Market. Visit India’s Largest Flower Market and walk on the world’s busiest iconic bridge “Howrah Bridge”. Explore Kumartuli (potter’s town/colony), interact with local artiste and see them handcrafting clay idols. Enjoy your Breakfast at a local restaurant. Friendlier than India’s other metropolises, this is a city you ‘feel’ more than simply visit. Let's Walk, Explore & Experience Kolkata like a local folk.

Every city has its own scent. If you want to feel the fragrance of the historical city of Kolkata in a day, this tour awaits you. Planned fully according to your choice, this 8 hours will take you through journey where you will touch the Colonial and Historical landmarks and also the modern Kolkata. All along you will be accompanied by a Professional Tour Guide who will route according to your interest and choices. So come, take the unique opportunity of a time travel in a day.

This is a Story Walk & one of our most popular tours, certified by so many travelers through the years! If you like listening to stories about the Raj days and Kolkata then this is your tour! It is a very interesting story of how the British started trading in this part of the world rivalling earlier European entrants. Many a booming cannon later, they became the leading traders. What followed was a small fort, a big port, a great battle, many changing fortunes and lots of colonial cunning & politics. The East India Company & later the Flag of the Empire gave a lot of importance to Calcutta for its trading, political and administrative clout. She was after all the Capital of British India for a long time & arguably the second most important city in the Empire. Along with Defense & Administration came institutions for Entertainment, Education & Emancipation. The light of European renaissance came as an ambient source & later cascaded into its own indigenous, self generating brightness.

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Relive British legacy- Trace back our steps to the colonial era and visit some prominent landmarks that defined Kolkata’s history. Learn about Job Charnock the founder of British Kolkata who bought the villages of Sutanuti, Gobindapur and Kalikata from Bengal subedar Azim Usman in 1690 and over time Kokata became the capital of East India Company. A cultural evangelist will take you back a few centuries to narrate the tale of Kolkata under the East India Company & the British Empire.

Its a Half Day City tour of Kolkata with flexible pickup location with in city center kolkata. It will be a guided city tour covering most of the major attractions of Kolkata. visit Mother Teresa house and Victoria memorial makes it so special. there will be comfortable AC throughout the tour.

Stray from the beaten path and see a different side of India on a day trip to Bishnupur from Kolkata. A great choice for travelers that have already ticked off Kolkata’s top sights, this tour lets you avoid the hassle of advance planning, and transports you to lesser-known attractions such as the 17th-century terracotta temples of the Malla Kingdom.

Spend the full day exploring Mayapur on this private tour from Kolkata. With a dedicated guide for just you and your party, you'll get a customized itinerary and undivided personal attention. Round-trip private transportation means a relaxing journey where you can focus on the scenery. Highlights in Mayapur include Yoga Peeth, Ma Anandamayee Ashram, Sri Chaitanya Math, ISKCON, and Sri Mayapur Chandrodaya Mandir.

Dalhousie Square, now known as B. B. D. Bagh was what was once the central business district. It was the nerve centre of Job Charnock’s Calcutta.Rudyard Kipling in his “A Tale of Two Cities” writes : “Thus the midday halt of Charnock -- more's the pity! Grew a City. As the fungus sprouts chaotic from its bed, So it spread -- Chance-directed, chance-erected, laid and built On the silt -- Palace, byre, hovel -- poverty and pride -- Side by side;” This tour – which serves as a wonderful introduction to the city - takes you through the hows and whys of Calcutta helping you retrace the steps that gave birth to this second city of the Empire. Liberal doses of history with lots of photographic opportunities makes this heritage site a must do if you visit Calcutta. Calcutta which was once tipped as not only the handsomest town in Asia but one of the finest in the world is an enigma waiting to be discovered. Come and see the past come alive on this tour with us.

In this 2days 1 night tour from Kolkata, we will visit Murshidabad, the old capital of Bengal. We will relive the history of Murshidabad where Mir Jaffar betrayed the Nawab of Bengal and The East India Company gained control of Bengal and eventually all of India. We will visit the site of the famous Battle of Plassey, Katra Masjid, the house of Siraj-ud-daula the Nawab, Mir Jaffar the traitor and Jagat Seth the most famous money lender of Murshidabad, the Imambara and the magnificent Palace of a thousand doors.

Get in touch with your spiritual side on this private full-day tour of Ganga Sagar from Kolkata, including hotel pick-up. Take a ferry cruise along the Ganges River to Sagar Island, then enjoy the undivided attention of your guide as you explore the many temples and ashrams. Learn why Ganga Sagar has become an important Hindu pilgrimage site; visit the sacred Kapil Muni Temple; and discover the philanthropic work carried out by ashrams like Bharat Sevashram Sangha and Ramakrishna Mission. • Full-day tour to Ganga Sagar from Kolkata with an expert private guide • Enjoy a scenic boat ride along the Ganges River toward Sagar Island • Visit Kapil Muni Temple, where many Hindus pay their respects to Hindu sage Kapil Muni • Hotel pickup and drop-off • English-speaking guide

The City of Joy Experience is a day tour where guests will discover why Kolkata is indeed the City of Joy. The experience commences at the Mausoleum of Job Charnock, the founder of British Kolkata and covers St Johns Church, the iconic Writers Building, the magnificent Governor’s house, Shahid Minar, India’s oldest museum and the legendary Victoria Memorial. The experience fittingly ends after a scenic 3-hour cruise over the River Ganges.

Discover the unparalleled beauty of the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort on this 2 day-trip from Kolkata. Fly to Delhi from Kolkata. From Delhi airport we will drive you to Agra. Stay overnight in Agra. On Day 2 explore the stunning Taj Mahal and learn all about the story behind its creation, followed by a visit to Agra Fort. Then drive back to Delhi and board a return flight to Kolkata. Highlights: • View of the Taj Mahal at sunset from Mehtab Bagh • The Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World • 16th century Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Kolkata, West Bengal’s capital, is known for its architectural wonders and extravagant religious sites that will captivate any visitor. But seeing the best of what the city has to offer is no easy task! To make your visit in Kolkata a hassle-free one, why not book this private tour via Klook? You and your gang can enjoy your own vehicle that will take you around the city with convenience and ease for a day. Some of the locations included in this exciting tour include Jain Temple, known as the Jewel Box of Calcutta, the Marble Palace, a 19th-century mansion made mostly of marbles, and the stunning Kali Temple, a popular Hindu place of worship. You’ll also get to witness the local market scene in Kolkata when you explore College Street, filled with rows upon rows of bookstores! A stop at Missionaries of Charity is also included in this tour, where you’ll visit the place where the saint Mother Teresa served for most of her life. A knowledgeable guide and free lunch

Walking is the best way to feel the texture of a city. Our tour expert will hop you through the 'White town'- colonial city that was developed by the East India Company. Explore the small streets and bylanes, while admiring the oldest High Court in India the 'Calcutta High Court'.

This beautiful city is located along the banks of Ganga and is best known for its culture, cuisine, hospitality, music, literature and movies, The best time to visit Kolkata is from October to March when the temperature is quite pleasant, making it suitable for a full day of sightseeing in Kolkata In our one day Kolkata tour, you will be visiting Dakshineshwar Kali Temple, Belur Math, Mother Teresa’s House, Howrah Bridge, Victoria Memorial

Our city has witnessed many more cultures in its past than most others would even in this globalised present. Here we will trace for you the origins and remains of the varied communities that hung their boots and called Calcutta home. Lets check out why Chinese breakfast still rules Tiretta Bazar, where the Parsis are dwindling in numbers with each passing day and how the Armenians gave the city its oldest surviving Christian church while we pass the Anglo-Indians, the Muslims, the Marwaris, the Biharis and many more that made this city a great melting pot of diverse cultures. This is one of our most popular tours and highly recommended to get an idea of the melting pot that Calcutta is.