Short Tour West Bengal

Duration : 5 Nights 6 Days

Package Code: TOT-OD-001

Day 1: Arrival in Kolkata

When you arrive at Kolkata Arrive in Kolkata and be transferred into the Hotel. After dinner, to observe this archetype of Bengal pottery, walk toward Kumartooli, Marble Palace, Kolkata University, House of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore (Jorasanko), Jain Temple and Collage Street. Stay the night in Kolkata.

Day 02: In Kolkata

Make a trip to Fulia to see the Weaver’s Village in Shantipur and is also known for cotton Weaving throughout Bengal. After that, you can head to Krishnanagar that is famous for its scroll painting and clay dolls in Ghoorni. PM: Use the half day to visit the ISKCON Temple of Mayapur. Stay overnight in Kolkata.

Day 03: Kolkata – Vishnupur

Travel towards toward the village of Vishnupur on your way to visit the Kamarpukur as well as Jayrambati. In Vishnupur you can see the temples, which are dotted with ancient structures, a The center for Baluchori Silk Weaving, the Work in the Conch shells’ center and Card making center of Dasavatar, and many more. Lunch will be served in the Tourist Lodge of Vishnupur. Then, you will head to Panchmura Village to take a tour of the working center for Terracotta and, at dusk, enjoy live Hindustani Classical Music of Vishnupur Gharana. Stay overnight in the village.

It is the town in Vishnupur is an ancient capital of the rulers of Malla and is also famous for its temples made of Terracotta that feature archetypal designs of village huts that display Bengal architectural style of temples. The most important temples are Rashmancha Jor-Bangla, Jor Bangla and Shyamrai that are adorned with Terracotta panels that are beautiful.

Day 04: Visnhupur – Shantiniketan

You can enjoy the trip of Shantiniketan through Joydev, and Kenduli. In Shantiniketan visit of the University of Vishwa Bharati, Museum and Kala Bhavan. Take a tour of a Tribal village known as Shantal and watch their performances of dance and music. Also, take a look at the Baul music and dancing in the town of Baul. Enjoy a meal at the hotel and sample the authentic Bengali food. Stay the night in Shantiniketan.

The location of Shantiniketan described as “The home of Peace it is an open-air academy which is harmonious with natural world. It was founded by Dr. Debendra Nath Tagor, Father of the Noble Laureate Poet Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore. Then, Gurudev improved it the University of Vishwa Bharati. Visit the Rabindra Bhawan that was constructed in honor of Gurudev as an exhibit that showcases the Memorabilia of his life. Go to Uttarayan that is complex with five houses that showcases different styles of architecture and later, Sriniketan, a center of rural development.

Day 05: Shantiniketan – Kolkata

Take a break from the Hotel and head toward Kolkata. On the way, visit certain Boutique and Handicraft Centers. After dinner, take a boat cruise along the Ganges. Stay the night in Hotel City.

Day 06 : Kolkata Departure

Transportation for or from the Airport as well as Railway station for a journey onward.

Inclusions

Accommodation at standard category hotel on twin sharing Basis
Meal Plan -Breakfast basis
All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary)

Terms and Conditions

1. The above rates are based on minimum 2 persons travelling together.
2. Child below 12 years can share the bed with the parents with an extra cost.
3. Airfares may change without any notice at any time during the validity of the package.
4. Rates are subject to change based on availability and date of travel (Peak season/ Conference/ Holiday period surcharges would apply)
5. Weekend surcharge may be applicable if any.
6. Hotel check in time is 1200 hours, check out time is 1100 hours. Early check in / late checks out is subject to availability of rooms.
7. Surcharge may applicable if travel in weekends.
8. Cancellation charges would apply as per company policy.