Hello Calcutta Walk Tour

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Hello Calcutta Walk Tour

By Tour de Kolkata

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Free cancellation available

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Free cancellation available
4h
Mobile voucher
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Multiple languages

Overview

Hello Calcutta Walk Tour: Experience the Soul of the City.
Discover the “City of Joy” through an intimate, 4-hour journey (max 6 people) that captures the true essence of Kolkata. This isn't just a tour; it’s a deep dive into the city's history, art, and daily rhythm.

The Experience:
Colonial Grandeur: Explore Dalhousie Square, home to the GPO, Writers' Building, and St. John’s Church.
Sensory Magic: Experience the vibrant Mullick Ghat Flower Market and walk the iconic Howrah Bridge, India’s busiest engineering marvel.

Art & Culture: Take a ferry to Kumartuli (Potters quarter) to watch artisans transform clay into divine idols.
Intellectual Heart: Wander the world-famous College Street book market and sip Coffee at the legendary Indian Coffee House.

Why It’s Special:
Move like a local using yellow taxis, auto-rickshaws (Tuk-Tuk), and ferries. With a small group, you get a personalized, authentic look at Kolkata’s soul—from its British past to its artistic future.

Activity location

Dalhousie Square
- RN Mukherjee Road
- 700001, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata
- 2,3 Old Court House Street
- 700001, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

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Dates

Travelers

Hello Calcutta Walk Tour

4h
English

Duration: 4 hours
Public Transportation: Taxi/ Bus/Tuk-tuk/Ferry

Languages available

Starting time: 9:00AM

Price details

￥6,494 x 1 Adult￥6,494

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What's included, what's not

Bottled water
Snacks
Local Guide / Escort
Coffee and/or Tea
Meals

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Instant Confirmation: Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
Meeting Point Clarity: Precise meeting location details and GPS coordinates will be sent to you immediately upon booking. Your expert local guide will be waiting at the designated spot.
Pacing & Physical Fitness: This is a leisurely walking tour covering approximately 2.5 to 3 kilometers (about 1.5 to 2 miles) with frequent stops to sit, look at architecture, and listen to stories. It is perfectly manageable for anyone with a basic level of fitness.
What to Wear & Bring: We highly recommend wearing light, breathable clothing, comfortable walking shoes (no heels), and bringing an umbrella, hat and sunglasses are also great for sunny days!
Weather Policy (Rain or Shine): This tour operates in all weather conditions. Kolkata's historic streets have a unique charm in the rain! In case of heavy showers, your guide will adjust the route to utilize covered verandas, historic building interiors, and cozy local tea stalls to keep you comfortable.
Restroom Availability: Clean, accessible restroom stops have been pre-scouted and are available at specific intervals along the walking route.
Accessibility Note: Due to the historic nature of the older neighborhoods, uneven footpaths, and high curbs, this specific walking route is unfortunately not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
Intimate Group Experience: This tour is designed to keep group sizes small and intimate, ensuring you can easily hear the guide’s stories, ask questions, and navigate the sidewalks safely.
We will use public transportation during the tour, including taxis, tuk-tuks, buses, the metro, and ferries.

Activity itinerary

Dalhousie Square

1h
Admission ticket included

Popularly known as Dalhousie Square, administrative district BBD Bagh has old-world charm. Grand, colonial-era landmarks include the Governor Palace, Calcutta High Court, St. John's Church, GPO, Town Hall, the Writers’ Building, and iconic Eden Gardens, one of the world’s largest cricket grounds.

Malik Ghat Flower Market

30m
Admission ticket included

You will visit the Mullik Ghat Flower Market, where you can experience the vibrant colors and fragrances of countless flowers. This is one of the largest flower markets in Asia and a photographer's delight.

Howrah Bridge (Pass by)

Take a walk on the iconic Howrah Bridge, an engineering marvel and one of the busiest cantilever bridges in the world. Enjoy a 30 minute ferry ride on Hooghly River.

Kumartuli

Kumartoli, is a traditional potter's quarter in Northern Kolkata. Clay idols are manufactured here for various festival & also export them to other countries.

Indian Coffee House

15m
Admission ticket included

Visit the iconic coffee house..

College Street (Boi Para)

College Street, also known as “Boi-Para” (Colony of Books), is a prominent center of Kolkata’s literary crowd. It is the largest second-hand book market in the world and largest book market in India. People from Kolkata and different parts of India gathers here for their books. The street is also dotted with countless very small book kiosks which sell new and old books. Closed on Sunday!

Location

Activity location

Dalhousie Square
- RN Mukherjee Road
- 700001, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Meeting/Redemption Point

The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata
- 2,3 Old Court House Street
- 700001, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

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