Private Shore Tour: Highlights of Kolkata in a Day

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the vibrant soul of Kolkata on this full-day Private Shore Tour. With a customizable itinerary and expert local guide, explore the city’s cultural treasures — from the peaceful Mother Teresa’s House to the colorful chaos of the Flower Market. Admire the stunning Victoria Memorial Gardens, watch artisans in Kumartuli, and soak in local life at College Street’s iconic Indian Coffee House. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of colonial landmarks. The tour ends with dessert at a charming café before returning to Kolkata Port.

What's Included

Private transportation
Parking & Toll charges included
Pick up and dropp off at your cruise ship terminal
Drinking Water + Light Snacks
Professional local English-speaking tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tips for guide and driver
Personal expenses
Lunch & entry fees

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The driver will meet you in the Kolkata Cruise Port with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Meet your private guide and driver right at the port for a seamless start to your Kolkata adventure.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Mother House

    Begin with a peaceful visit to the home and mission of Mother Teresa. Learn about her remarkable humanitarian legacy and see where she lived and served.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Jain Swetamber Dadajika Temple

    Admire the colorful glasswork, marble, and detailed carvings of this historic 19th-century Jain temple, a quiet spiritual oasis.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Malik Ghat Flower Market

    Dive into the sensory overload of the Flower Market, full of vibrant blooms. Walk under the iconic steel span of Howrah Bridge for fantastic views and photos.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Wander through manicured gardens surrounding the grand white-marble Victoria Memorial, an architectural jewel of the colonial era.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Kumartuli

    Visit this unique artisan neighborhood where sculptors craft religious idols from clay. Watch the traditional process in action.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    College Street (Boi Para)

    Stroll along College Street, lined with bookshops, and enjoy a nostalgic break at the legendary Indian Coffee House, a cultural institution in Kolkata.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Eden Gardens

    Drive Past Sights – En route Enjoy a panoramic city drive, passing landmarks such as Eden Gardens, GPO, Shaheed Minar, Writers’ Building, Governor’s House, and the High Court.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Kolkata (Calcutta)

    Relax with dessert and coffee at a charming local cafe — the perfect way to wrap up a day of discovery.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Your driver will take you back to the port comfortably and on time for your ship departure or onward plans.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Ports of Call Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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