Beautiful Bengal 8 Days
Kolkata West Bengal
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Duration
8 Days
Tour Type
Ecotourism
Group Size
14 persons
Location
East India
Overview
Discover the soul of Bengal in this enriching 8-day journey through its cultural roots and natural wonders. Begin in the vibrant city of Kolkata, with colonial landmarks and spiritual depth. Cruise into the wild heart of the Sundarbans, home to the Royal Bengal Tiger. Embrace art and tradition in Shantiniketan, Rabindranath Tagore’s serene university town. Conclude in Bishnupur, famous for its stunning terracotta temples and handloom heritage.
Bengal Heritage & Nature Tour
Destinations: Kolkata • Sundarbans • Shantiniketan • Bishnupur
Highlights
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Kolkata – Cultural capital with colonial charm, museums, and temples.
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Darjeeling – Scenic hill station with tea gardens, toy train, and Himalayan views.
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Sundarbans – UNESCO mangrove forest, home to the Royal Bengal Tiger.
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Digha & Mandarmani – Popular seaside beaches for relaxation.
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Dooars – Wildlife, forests, and rivers in North Bengal.
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Murshidabad & Bishnupur – Historic towns with Nawabi palaces and terracotta temples.
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Mayapur & Tarapith – Major spiritual centers.
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Durga Puja – Iconic festival celebrated with grandeur.
Perfect for travelers who seek a blend of history, culture, wildlife, and soulful experiences.
Itinerary
Day 1
New Delhi → Kolkata
Day 1
New Delhi → Kolkata
Morning: Fly or take the Sealdah/New Delhi Rajdhani Express overnight.
Afternoon: Check into your hotel; relax.
Evening: Explore Park Street; dinner at Flurry's or Peter Cat.
Day 2
Kolkata Sightseeing
Day 2
Kolkata Sightseeing
Visit Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Mother House
Stroll through College Street book market and enjoy tea at Indian Coffee House.
Evening boat cruise on the Hooghly.
Dinner at a Bengali specialty restaurant (e.g., 6 Ballygunge Place).
Day 3
Kolkata → Sunderbans
Day 3
Kolkata → Sunderbans
Early departure
Afternoon boat safari to spot tigers, crocodiles, birds
Evening visit to a local village; enjoy cultural performances.
Overnight at a jungle lodge
Day 4
More Sunderbans
Day 4
More Sunderbans
Morning safari and bird watching
Visit Bhagabatpur Crocodile Project or Netidhopani Ghat
Relaxing evening and overnight stay.
Day 5
Sunderbans → Shantiniketan
Day 5
Sunderbans → Shantiniketan
Return to Kolkata, then drive/train to Bolpur/Shantiniketan
Explore Visva‑Bharati, Rabindra Bhavan, Kala Bhavan, Uttarayan complex.
Evening cultural program or stroll around town.
Day 6
Shantiniketan → Bishnupur → Kolkata
Day 6
Shantiniketan → Bishnupur → Kolkata
Morning transfer to Bishnupur.
Visit iconic terracotta temples.
Late afternoon return to Kolkata .
Light dinner in the city.
Day 7
Kolkata → Darjeeling
Day 7
Kolkata → Darjeeling
Early morning flight from Kolkata to Bagdogra (or train+taxi).
Transfer to Darjeeling (~2–3 h).
Afternoon visit to Happy Valley Tea Estate, Tibetan monasteries, local markets.
Evening sampling of local cuisine (Tibetan–Nepalese).
Day 8
Explore Darjeeling → Return
Day 8
Explore Darjeeling → Return
Pre‑dawn visit to Tiger Hill for sunrise over Kanchenjunga.
Explore Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Zoo, ride the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (toy train)
Transfer back to Bagdogra for an evening flight/train to New Delhi or extend your trip!
Tour Location
Kolkata West Bengal
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