Kolkata - 700 013
Oberoi Grand Kolkata
Fondly known as The Grande Dame of Chowringhee, The Oberoi Grand is situated in a prime location, unrivalled by other luxury hotels in Kolkata, near t...
Exploring Kolkata 2 Nights Pre Tour
Exploring Kolkata 2 Nights Pre Tour
Exploring Kolkata 2 Nights Pre Tour
Exploring Kolkata 2 Nights Pre Tour
Extension Overview
- Duration
- 3 days
- Route
- Exploring Kolkata 2 Nights Pre Tour
Introduction
Kolkata is locally regarded as India’s cultural capital and where India and British Raj collide. Visit the city’s highlights before or after the cruise.
This is a private tour.
Featured Stops
Kolkata - 700 013
Daily Itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Arrival Kolkata
Welcome to Kolkata! Transfer from the airport to your hotel. Rest of day at leisure.
Meals: none.
- 2
Day 2
City Tour of Kolkata
In the morning, join the Heritage Tram Ride across the Old Town to witness the bygone era of charming Bengali colonies, chic cafes and traditional houses. Visit the sacred Hooghly Riverside to witness WWII built Howrah Bridge, 1906 Howrah Junction Railway Station still housing St John Church, Old Court House, and Colonial Secretariat Buildings. Next stop, the riverside located Mullik Ghat to explore some of India’s most colourful Flower Bazaar Markets. Continue to Victoria Memorial, a landmark of Kolkata dedicated to UK’s Queen Victoria and now serves as a royal museum of British Rule in India. Next, arrive at the country’s iconic Eden Garden Cricket Stadium.
Visit Mother Teresa’s Mission and House. Later, discover the curious lanes of Kumartuli. The tour ends at Kolkata’s New Market area to enjoy novelty of street shopping and bargaining with the locals.
Transfer back to your hotel.
Meals: breakfast at your hotel.
- 3
Day 3
Departure
After breakfast transfer to the ship.
Meals: breakfast at your hotel.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- One way transfer (airport to hotel or hotel to airport), two nights accommodation at Oberoi Grand Kolkata (or similar), deluxe room including breakfast, excursion including entrance fees as per itinerary.
Not Included
- International flights
- Visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Items of a personal nature
- Not mentioned beverages and meals.
Hotel Choices
Note
- Please advice arrival/departure flight details in order to arrange the transfer accordingly
- Apply for Indian visa before departure
- Check in time 14.00 / Check out time 11.00
* Please note that your hotel will be confirmed after we have received your deposit payment. Prices are subject to change. Hotel subject to availability. We will try to offer you an alternate accommodation if the requested hotel would not be available.