Mesmerising Kolkata Private Customised Day Tour
Overview
It is YOUR holiday. So our tours are never "One size fits all" but rather a customised PRIVATE tour with experiences which we will craft uniquely for you after consulting based on your tastes & preferences.
We shall meet you in time, take you to the attractions, regale you with wonderful stories, great food, mesmerizing sights, sounds and the true vibe of Kolkata. Possibly these are the reasons why guests have given us the "Hall of Fame" and Certificate of Excellence 6 years in a row! The list of places is indicative only and locations mentioned herein are suggestions to help you plan your tour.
Savour from a choice of traditional sights like the Victoria Memorial, Maidan, Howrah Bridge, New Market, Kumartully Idols, Ganges, Mother House, Raj Heritage sites, Marble Palace, Black Town mansions, Belur Math & Dakshineswar Kali Temples, Cathedrals, Synagouges, Jain Temple, Nakhoda Masjid, books in College Street, India Coffee House, Flower Market, etc. from a host of possibilities.
We shall meet you in time, take you to the attractions, regale you with wonderful stories, great food, mesmerizing sights, sounds and the true vibe of Kolkata. Possibly these are the reasons why guests have given us the "Hall of Fame" and Certificate of Excellence 6 years in a row! The list of places is indicative only and locations mentioned herein are suggestions to help you plan your tour.
Savour from a choice of traditional sights like the Victoria Memorial, Maidan, Howrah Bridge, New Market, Kumartully Idols, Ganges, Mother House, Raj Heritage sites, Marble Palace, Black Town mansions, Belur Math & Dakshineswar Kali Temples, Cathedrals, Synagouges, Jain Temple, Nakhoda Masjid, books in College Street, India Coffee House, Flower Market, etc. from a host of possibilities.
Inclusions
- Coffee and/or Tea - Refreshing Chai from the street
- All Fees and Taxes
What to expect
Be enthralled by the riot of vibrant colours, be humbled by the daily existential struggle of stake holders who embrace life with dignity and remember to smile, get informed on the ecology of a way of life and facets of real India. Possibly Asia's biggest flower market, sure to leave an impression in you.
Please understand that all locations mentioned are suggestions or pointers that are named to help you plan your tour. These are definitely not obligatory and you can opt to cut, prune, add or modify after consulting with us based on your taste and preferences. This is a PRIVATE tour and so does not need to be a "one size fits all" situation. You have options. Why have we done this? Simply because, it is YOUR holiday.
Lastly, but most importantly, it is not possible to cover everything in a day tour. It takes more than a day. The list of places is indicative only. Apart from rough time estimates, we have to factor in commuting time (which will vary depending on transport means and local conditions on a given day), the time spent on a particular location, etc. Get in touch with us and we help you to arrive at a plan custom made for you, sans obligations.
Please understand that all locations mentioned are suggestions or pointers that are named to help you plan your tour. These are definitely not obligatory and you can opt to cut, prune, add or modify after consulting with us based on your taste and preferences. This is a PRIVATE tour and so does not need to be a "one size fits all" situation. You have options. Why have we done this? Simply because, it is YOUR holiday.
Lastly, but most importantly, it is not possible to cover everything in a day tour. It takes more than a day. The list of places is indicative only. Apart from rough time estimates, we have to factor in commuting time (which will vary depending on transport means and local conditions on a given day), the time spent on a particular location, etc. Get in touch with us and we help you to arrive at a plan custom made for you, sans obligations.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
945grahameh
October 2023
This was a fabulous private walking tour exploring the real Kolkata. The tour was an explosion on the senses; smells, sights, sounds and a real experience that is worth doing. The walk was hot and humid. We explored the back alleys, the many temples and religious places of worship all near each o...
This was a fabulous private walking tour exploring the real Kolkata. The tour was an explosion on the senses; smells, sights, sounds and a real experience that is worth doing. The walk was hot and humid. We explored the back alleys, the many temples and religious places of worship all near each other. This was supported by Kaushiks excellent narration, he knows hus history. It was well worth doing. The flower market was very interesting, learning about the journey of the flowers to the market, observing how each seller chooses their niche in the floral market, and the beauty that shines through in the busy, bustling market area. We finished the walking tour in a bus, an experience! If you have watched the roads, being right in the flow of it in a bus, bouncing around, was a fun way to conclude tour. I felt safe, supported, entertained and educated. Thank you.knbus
March 2020
KC (Kaushik Chatterjee) was an exceptional guide as he shared Kolkata with our family. Our day started at the flower market followed by chai tea along the Ganges river, a tour through areas of theater, music, arts, and academics all while learning about the fascinating history and culture of the...
KC (Kaushik Chatterjee) was an exceptional guide as he shared Kolkata with our family. Our day started at the flower market followed by chai tea along the Ganges river, a tour through areas of theater, music, arts, and academics all while learning about the fascinating history and culture of the Kolkata and India. KC was always attentive to the needs of our group and coordinated with our schedule. Having a personal guide who shared not just knowledge but a love and passion for his home left us with our own special bond to Kolkata.Claire N
March 2020
Kaushik (KC) took my family and another family on an incredible customized day trip tour of Kolkata. He was incredibly knowledgeable and we learned so much about the amazing city of Kolkata. He took fabulous care of us and I highly recommend his services.
Kaushik (KC) took my family and another family on an incredible customized day trip tour of Kolkata. He was incredibly knowledgeable and we learned so much about the amazing city of Kolkata. He took fabulous care of us and I highly recommend his services.Vix_P81
February 2020
We are living in Southern India for the year and had some time at Christmas to travel. We spent a day and a half with Kaushik as part of a very busy itinerary and it was it was one of the most fascinating parts of our trip. We had an issue with our flight which meant we arrived later than anticip...
We are living in Southern India for the year and had some time at Christmas to travel. We spent a day and a half with Kaushik as part of a very busy itinerary and it was it was one of the most fascinating parts of our trip. We had an issue with our flight which meant we arrived later than anticipated, Kaushik was very accommodating, starting the tour slightly later and organising to spend part of the next day with us which was not initially planned. My husband is very interested in history and I love street food, Kaushik incorporated both of these into our tour, also showing us the ‘real’ Kolkata, we travelled by numerous methods of public transport and retraced some of the steps of Saroo in the film Lion. If you want to do more than just tick the tourist boxes, and really understand the city we would thoroughly recommend Kolkata Story Tours.VoyagerNeel
February 2020
I had taken a customized day long trip, accompanied by about 8 guests who were visiting Kolkata (and India) for the first time. I should refer to our tour guide rather as a storyteller - he is very knowledgeable about the history of even every minor topic on Kolkata and the evolution of Kolkata t...
I had taken a customized day long trip, accompanied by about 8 guests who were visiting Kolkata (and India) for the first time. I should refer to our tour guide rather as a storyteller - he is very knowledgeable about the history of even every minor topic on Kolkata and the evolution of Kolkata to Calcutta to Kolkata again, over 4 centuries. The visitors were highly impressed. I should mention Mr Kaushik Chatterjee specially - he was always very respectful of the needs of the visitors. He had his unique style of humor, history and flexibility which made the tour truly enjoyable and something to remember. If you are looking to really know Kolkata, give Kolkata Story tours a call.Franjul
January 2020
Communication with Kaushik was straight forward, he replied to all our questions with a prompt reply and worked out our customised tour in the best way, including all sights we were interested in. He picked us up at the agreed meeting point on time, and off we were on a fantastic day tour - inclu...
Communication with Kaushik was straight forward, he replied to all our questions with a prompt reply and worked out our customised tour in the best way, including all sights we were interested in. He picked us up at the agreed meeting point on time, and off we were on a fantastic day tour - including all sights we planned to see, using all forms of public transport (Kaushik offers the tour also with private A/C vehicle but we preferred to use public transport). At no point did Kaushik try to skip a place, and / or to drag us into tourist / souvenir shops. Kaushik is not the "normal" tourist guide but a person deeply interested in history, highly educated and well read, and willing to share his immense knowledge and love for Kolkata with you. He speaks excellent English, is very polite and also entertaining, sharing interesting stories along the way. The hours flew in, trying tasty street food, visiting so many places, sharing stories, pointing out details we would have never noted ourselves .... a day highly recommended for first timers and repeat visitors of this interesting town. Would always book him again if we return!