Top West Bengal Walking Tours

This tour works for both non-photographers and photographers alike. Even if you love photography you do not need fancy cameras to sign up for this tour. Anything that you are comfortable with photographing with works for you. If it makes you happy, we are happy! 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. 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. P.S. Drop us a message if the mentioned start times do not work for you. Maybe we can schedule according to your convenience.

An early morning adventure tour to watch the city wake up. We start @ 5 am catching the first tram of the day, tasting chai from clay cups ,visiting un-touristy spots just like a local and try to find the origin of God at Kumartuli, all before the city gets busy.

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.

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.

Experience the pulse of Kolkata through your taste buds with this culinary street food tour. Your guide will take you back through a maze of alleyways, where you'll discover some of the city's most delicious spots to eat. You'll learn about local food and get the chance to try plenty of popular items yourself while you discover this off-the-beaten-path side of the Bengali city.

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.

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.

Calcutta Contrast Tour Based on Satyajit Ray's Masterpiece "The Middleman", the Calcutta Contrast tour tries to bring forth the contrast in the life of local city dwellers.Come feel and experience the Difference between Finance and Romance. We start off by visiting a native Bengali Area at college street ,browsing through alleys of books and old book stalls, A coffee break at the famous coffee house, initiation to becoming a Bengali and finding peace amidst the chaos at a hidden space.The whole sale markets are a place where a non Bengali culture has been in place for decades,a city within the heart of the city which is not native. A walk through India's largest wholesale bazaars and diving deep into the maze of wholesale markets that constitute the heart of Calcutta is experienced through local food and people.To finish off the tour we end up on a secret roof top with a panoramic view of old Calcutta sipping on beer/tea/lassi and basking in the Sunset.

Kolkata has a great culinary culture not found elsewhere in India and on this private food tour, you'll get to sample some of its tastiest offerings. Along with a guide, you'll get the chance to sample everything from spicy chai tea to jumbo prawns, as well as curried fish mousse steamed in banana leaves, onion bhajis (fritters), and the traditional sweets for which Kolkata is known across India.

This tour works for both non-photographers and photographers alike. Even if you love photography you do not need fancy cameras to sign up for this tour. Anything that you are comfortable with photographing with, works. If it makes you happy, we are happy! The tour is lead by a trained and published photographer who can help you with your camera in case you need. And if you are like soaking in and not letting a camera interfere with you experience, you can do just that. See colour and chaos unfold in front of you like never before. If India needs to described in a tour - maybe this is it. Let your senses take over. Sign up to experience the largest flower market in India. P.S. Drop us a message if the mentioned start times do not work for you. Maybe we can schedule according to your convenience.

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.

Tour works for both non-photographers and photographers alike. Loved by photographers. No fancy cameras needed. If you have been amazed at the amazingly beautiful idols you see during the Bengali festivals like Durga Puja and Kali Puja and always wanted to get behind the scenes then you will love this tour. This tour takes you to the traditional potters’ quarter in the north of the city. With the Pujas becoming grander every year these potters have moved from dubious existence to a sought after profession. Not only does this neighborhood supply Gods and Goddess to the city but many of their creations are exported. It has been termed as one of the seven wonders of Calcutta and thus being in the city you surely cannot give it a miss. Discover nuances of this art & document it with photographs! Available through the year barring a few weeks. Check with us! P.S. Drop us a message if the mentioned start times do not work for you. Maybe we can schedule according to your convenience.

The cities stunning architecture speaks of its rich social, political and cultural history. Thus making it a haven for history enthusiasts. Come and celebrate with us the history and heritage of the ‘city of palaces and joy’, as we take you for a journey down a memory lane to rediscover the true spirit of our city! We would visit some of the mansions in the Pathuriaghata and Jorashanko area and tell you the history of the families.

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.

Darjeeling holds onto ancestries of rich colonial heritage and cultures. Its skilled ethnicities and geographical location served the British the Summer Capital, they dreamt of living in during their rule in India. Today's Darjeeling, lying in the romantic valleys of the beautiful Eastern Himalayas presents you a cosmopolitan mix like no other hill town in India. Its serene natural beauty combined with its lovely, welcoming and warm people makes you nostalgic each and every time you step in. Our tours will make you experience the saga of its heydays and the best of nature's wonders that once made the British call it the Queen of the Hills.

This is a history and heritage tour which is all about English history. Sign up for this one if you are really into English history. This tour also lends itself to exploring the European Architecture of the city. This tour works for both non-photographers and photographers alike. Even if you love photography you do not need fancy cameras to sign up for this tour. Anything that you are comfortable with photographing with, works. If it makes you happy, we are happy! Photography options are however limited to architecture and "city life". If you are looking to go deeper into the city we recommend you signing up for our "Culture Kaleidoscope Tour". If English history does not excite you look for other options that we offer. :-) P.S. Drop us a message if the mentioned start times do not work for you. Maybe we can schedule according to your convenience.

It is YOUR holiday. So our tours are never "One size fits all" but rather a customised PRIVATE tour with experiences which we will craft uniquely for you after consulting based on your tastes & preferences. We shall meet you in time, take you to the attractions, regale you with wonderful stories, great food, mesmerizing sights, sounds and the true vibe of Kolkata. Possibly these are the reasons why guests have given us the "Hall of Fame" and Certificate of Excellence 6 years in a row! The list of places is indicative only and locations mentioned herein are suggestions to help you plan your tour. Savour from a choice of traditional sights like the Victoria Memorial, Maidan, Howrah Bridge, New Market, Kumartully Idols, Ganges, Mother House, Raj Heritage sites, Marble Palace,Black Town mansions, Belur Math & Dakshineswar Kali Temples, Cathedrals, Synagouges, Jain Temple, Nakhoda Masjid, books in College Street,India Coffee House, Flower Market, etc. from a host of possibilities.

This is PURE Photography tour and is NOT RECOMMENDED for people who are not seriously into photography. If people and photographing people in their natural environment and crowded market-places is what gets you going then you need to sign up for this one. And if we mentioned crowded market-places we really mean crowded. But we promise you the effort will be worth it. Some amazing activity just waiting to be captured by you! One of the biggest wholesale vegetable market of Calcutta, it offers your sights, smells and experiences you would have never ever imagined or experienced before. The opportunities and challenges this tour offers to photographers are unparalleled. Come, shoot and experience a sea of humanity! P.S. Drop us a message if the mentioned start times do not work for you. Maybe we can schedule according to your convenience.

Kolkata - the Cultural Capital of India is a heaven for foodies and especially for people with a sweet tooth. Bengali sweets are famous and certainly needs no introduction, however; the spicy, tangy and absolutely mouth-watering dishes that Kolkata has to offer will leave you undecided on whether you like the spicy Bengali cuisine more or the melting flavors of the sweetmeats. You will taste some of the famous food and cuisine of Kolkata. Experiencing the local cuisine is one of the best ways to explore Kolkata. You will be introduced to the best part of Kolkata's culture with Taste of Kolkata - Kolkata’s Culture & Food Walk Tour. Let's Walk, Eat & Repeat!! Experience Kolkata like a local. Enjoy a tram ride during the tour. Enjoy the best local hygienic food. Suitable for non-Indian stomach. Explore Local Market by night.

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'.

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 part of the City. This tour is for the people who wants little information about the sightseeing places and handouts will be provided for the information about the places. So come, take the unique opportunity of a time travel in a day. **This tour is included with a English Speaking Driver.

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 artistans 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.

There are places in the Himalayas from where one can catch the view an eight Thousand metre peak. But Sandakphu and Phalut, standing at the border with India and Nepal are the only two places in the entire Himalayas from where one can get the views of the four of the highest mountains in the world. This is what Darjeeling Singalila Ridge trek also fondly called the Sandakphu Phalut Trek is famous for. A moderate trek in the Singalila Ridge recomended for forst time trekkers, where you need no trekking experience. Only the love for the mountains and the jest for trekking is essential.

Watch the city come to life during this early morning walking tour of Kolkata bazaars. This populous city is known as one of India's educational and commercial capitals that once existed under British East India rule. Follow your local guide through the eclectic stalls of open-air markets, interact with sellers and learn about daily life on this incredible, interactive tour. You'll make stops at Burra bazaar and College Street, where you'll have the opportunity to see (and purchase!) fabrics, handicrafts, souvenirs, books and other unique items.