India Tours from Kolkata (Calcutta)

What our customers ask about India Tours from Kolkata (Calcutta)

• What's the average duration of tours starting in Kolkata (Calcutta)?

  Most Kolkata-based tours span between 3 and 26 days with the sweet spot falling between 10 to 15 days. Some notable routes include the 16-day Sikkim & West Bengal expedition which takes you through the Victoria Memorial and Mother Teresa's Home. For those seeking a longer journey the 26-day Heritage Footprints tour covers both Eastern Himalaya and South India destinations. A TourRadar traveler noted "The all-inclusiveness of this trip from a world religions and history perspective was wonderful!"

• What are the most common destinations combined with Kolkata?

  Travelers often pair Kolkata with Darjeeling's sprawling tea estates Gangtok's Buddhist sanctuaries and the spiritual city of Varanasi. Many routes extend to include Agra and Delhi. High-end accommodations like the Mayfair Spa Resort in Gangtok and Glenburn Tea Estate in Darjeeling are standard stops on these routes. One TourRadar reviewer shared "Varanasi Agra and Amritsar made excellent combinations with Kolkata."

• What kind of accommodation can I expect when starting my tour in Kolkata?

  The city presents a range of lodging choices for every budget. The 5-star ITC Sonar and The Lalit Great Eastern cater to luxury seekers while The Peerless Inn and The Fern Residency serve mid-range travelers. Budget-conscious visitors often choose properties like Regenta Orko's. A TourRadar guest noted "The ITC Sonar provided an excellent base for exploring the city with its central location near Victoria Memorial and other attractions making sightseeing convenient."

• What are the must-see landmarks on the first day of tours starting in Kolkata?

  Day one typically begins at the white-marble Victoria Memorial which houses an extensive museum followed by visits to St. Paul's Cathedral and the engineering feat of Howrah Bridge. Most tours start from the Hotel Hyatt Regency or ITC Sonar. The itinerary often includes stops at the Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Mother Teresa's House offering visitors a mix of colonial architecture and spiritual sites. TourRadar travelers consistently praise this introduction as a "perfect introduction to Kolkata's rich heritage."

• What's the best time to start a tour from Kolkata?

  October through March offers the most pleasant conditions for exploring Kolkata with dry weather and temperatures ranging from 15-30°C (59-86°F). These months provide ideal conditions for visiting outdoor sites like Victoria Memorial and Dakshineswar Temple. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "Visiting in December was perfect - the weather was comfortable for walking tours and photography at landmarks like Howrah Bridge."

• What transportation options are available for tours starting in Kolkata?

  Tours provide private air-conditioned vehicles with local drivers who know the city well. Solo travelers and pairs ride in Toyota Etios sedans while groups of 3-4 use Toyota Innova Crysta SUVs. Larger parties of 5-10 travel in Tempo Travelers equipped with reclining seats. As noted by a TourRadar participant "The air-conditioned car made exploring Kolkata's landmarks comfortable especially during visits to Victoria Memorial and Howrah Bridge."