9 Archaeology Tours in Kolkata (Calcutta) That You Shouldn't Miss

August 5, 2021 Karren Gelb

This former British colonial stronghold boasts evidence of over two millennia of habitation, with ornate, architecturally diverse buildings, ranging from crumbing ruins to Victorian treasures. Home to lively festivals and a vibrant artistic community, clamorous markets and packed temples, this city is crowded and polluted, but ultimately invigorating.
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1. Private Full Day Trip to Mayapur from Kolkata with Guide

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Discover Mayapur from Kolkata on this 14-Hour Full Day excursion Tour. Get Picked up and dropped-off within Kolkata. Drive with your guide for a more personal tour for your Full-day trip. Tours to Sri Mayapur Chandrodaya Mandir, ISKCON,  Sri Chaitanya Math,  Ma Anandamayee Ashram, Yoga Peeth and top places in Mayapur.

Inclusions: Private Transportation, Guided Tours & Transfers

Exclusions: No Meals and Accommodation

Reviewed By nirjas2020

Our tour guide was extremely patient and courteous while taking us to various places. He took out the time to explain the history and significance of each place and was very knowledgeable. We were able to explore each place with sufficient time and left with lot of valuable information about Kolkata and the history behind the historic landmarks. We were able to cover lot of places in the allocated time, we didn’t visit all the locations on the agenda however. The tour guide was friendly overall and was happy to accommodate our lunch request and drove us to the restaurant as well. Overall this was a fun way to get the feel of the city and its beautiful architecture. I recommend this tour. I think it would be nice to bring print out of kolkata map marking all the places that are planned for the day to know which direction the places are at.

2. Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour

Travel Bureau - Kolkata
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The most comprehensive tour of the city of Kolkata, delivered by experienced guides with a passion of story-telling and sharing the wealth of culture, religion, history and overall the story of this iconic Indian city. • This comprehensive tour is ideal for foreigners as well as domestic tourists. • All Entrances fees are included. • Drinks and Snacks will be provided • Hotel pickup and drop-off is included • Designed and delivered by one of the oldest tour companies in Kolkata

Inclusions: Tea / Coffee at the Indian Coffee House, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Sweet Tasting at Bhim Chandra Nag, Sweet Shop, Guide Fees

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Connector464275

We take all the services i.e. transport, guide, assistance, for our guests (German nationality) from Travel Bureau and we are very satisfied and happy with them. Best operator for Kolkata!

3. The Palace Walk

Jorabagan Police Station, 78, Nimtala Ghat Street, Sovabazar, Ahiritola, Beniatola, Kolkata, West Bengal 700006, India The Ganges Walk
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The cities stunning architecture speaks of its rich social, political and cultural history. Thus making it a haven for history enthusiasts. Come and celebrate with us the history and heritage of the ‘city of palaces and joy’, as we take you for a journey down a memory lane to rediscover the true spirit of our city! We would visit some of the mansions in the Pathuriaghata and Jorashanko area and tell you the history of the families.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water

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Reviewed By atreyigupta

This was an accidental find but had a an extremely historically informative, enriching, supremely enjoyable & repeatable experience. Thank you!! Will recommend others to experience this!! My 31 years in Kolkata and the Walk taught me so many new things about my city! Thank you again Atreyee & Poulomee!!

4. Private Full-Day Kolkata Sightseeing with English Speaking Guide and Transports

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Kolkata is one of the world’s most vibrant and history-filled cities, but covering all the top sights takes time and planning. Skip the hassles of arranging your own visits with this action-packed sightseeing tour, which includes all the main colonial-era heritage attractions, along with a Jain temple, the Tagore Museum, and the riverside ghats. Enjoy front-door pickup from any location in the city for added convenience. This is Private Trip with Guide and Admission Tickets are Included

Inclusions: Private Transportation, Guided Tours & Transfers

Exclusions: No Meals and Accommodation

Reviewed By SAS_TX_HOU

Mr. Paul was a fantastic guide. He was very knowledgeable and personable. He was happy to modify the plan based on our interests. I would highly recommend him.

5. The Second City of Empire: A Kolkata Heritage Walking Tour with Private Transfer

Kolkata (Calcutta), Kolkata (Calcutta), Kolkata District, West Bengal SITA World Tours

Once the proud capital of the British Raj (rule), Kolkata today is a unique blend of ancient and new. The city is rich in cultural, literary and religious flavors. Your walking tour concentrates on what was White Town in Old Kolkata. White Town was centered on Lal Dighi, a water tank which provided drinking water to the area. It is the oldest square in the city. Some of the city’s earliest and grandest buildings are located in this square. These impressive edifices are still in use, providing a glimpse of Kolkata’s British colonial grandeur and influence. A walk through this area tells the story of the growth of this important British outpost, from its early years to modern days.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip private transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By rudra254

This is an amazing place to have all types of South Indian cuisines. The staff is really helpful and courteous and provide very good guidance in selecting the dishes.

6. Kolkata Sightseeing Trip Includes Victoria Memorial & Cathedral Church

Kolkata (Calcutta), Kolkata (Calcutta), Kolkata District, West Bengal India saying namaste Trips

Welcome to Kolkata  - Kolkata Full-Day Sightseeing Tour Includes Bird sanctuary, Victoria Memorial & Cathedral Church Discover the city of Kolkata on this 7-8 hour sightseeing tour. See the most visited monuments   Pickup and drop any Kolkata Location. Car and Driver Tour Guide for your Full day City Sightseeing.

Inclusions: Private Transportation, Guided Tours & Transfers

Exclusions: No Meals and Accommodation

Reviewed By nirjas2020

Our tour guide was extremely patient and courteous while taking us to various places. He took out the time to explain the history and significance of each place and was very knowledgeable. We were able to explore each place with sufficient time and left with lot of valuable information about Kolkata and the history behind the historic landmarks. We were able to cover lot of places in the allocated time, we didn’t visit all the locations on the agenda however. The tour guide was friendly overall and was happy to accommodate our lunch request and drove us to the restaurant as well. Overall this was a fun way to get the feel of the city and its beautiful architecture. I recommend this tour. I think it would be nice to bring print out of kolkata map marking all the places that are planned for the day to know which direction the places are at.

7. Experience the soul of India

Dum Dum, Kolkata, West Bengal, India Travelloo

Staying in cottages or huts, fishing, small walks, cooking, learning local handicrafts or simply doing nothing are some of the options travellers ask for. Some basic facilities are being extended to guest which may not confirm to facilities with other International tourism standards but promises the factual village & rural life of Bengal and 70% of India, with some form of adventure for the guests. There are number of such home stay facilities in the region. The visit helps the economy, buying local products, buying art materials and using local villagers as guide or help. A concept fast catching up by most of our guest. Home stay is arranged and run by villagers Estate or villages or a whole village set up made specially for the guest.. It also a part of responsible tourism and ecotourism with Bird watching, Short trails, Angling, River Rafting, Clay modelling, etc are part of the stay.

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Any equipment required during trip, Restroom on board, Private transportation

Exclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Parking Fees

8. Mumbai, Kolkata & Sunderban Mangrove Forest

Agora Voyages OPC Pvt. Ltd.

The private tour will begin in Mumbai a city famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry & the country's financial powerhouse. The heart of the city contains some of the grandest colonial-era architecture on the planet, unique bazaars, hidden temples, hipster enclaves and India’s premier restaurants and nightlife. Fly to Kolkata & witness the culture that fused European philosophies with Indian tradition & discover colonial buildings the British left behind. Then drive to Sundarbans to explore world's largest coastal mangrove forest by cruising in buffer zone. The delta is densely covered by mangrove forests, and is one of the largest reserves for the Bengal tiger. It is also home to a variety of bird, reptile and invertebrate species, including the salt-water crocodile.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Garland welcome and assistance on arrival at airport, Transport by private air conditioned deluxe car , English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program., Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program., Monuments entrances and activities charges , Permit to visit Sunderban National Park, Ferry transfer and boat safari in Sunderban National Park as per program with naturalist., Government taxes.

Exclusions: Mumbai - Kolkata flight fare approx INR 5500 per person., Camera charges at any monuments. , Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Reviewed By DrSrinivas V

place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude

9. Kolkata, Bodhgaya & Varanasi Tour (7 Days)

Agora Voyages OPC Pvt. Ltd.

Witness the culture that fused European philosophies with Indian tradition & discover colonial buildings the British left behind in Kolkata. Explore Bodhgaya where Buddha achieved enlightenment while sitting under a Bodhi tree and Nalanda the seat of learning & Rajgir. Further drive to Varanasi & visit Sarnath; and it was here Buddha delivered his first sermon and set in motion the 'Wheel of the Dharma'. Varanasi the spiritual capital of India, and one of the oldest cities on earth, where you can see bathing and cremations by the sacred River Ganges.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 6 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels., Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program., Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary., English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city)., Government taxes.

Exclusions: Kolkata - Bodhgaya & Varanasi – Kolkata flight fare approx INR 10000 per person., Meals other than mentioned in inclusions., Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc., Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Reviewed By DrSrinivas V

place is 15 kms from pondichery,walk of 2 kms is require in nature protected forest,nice accomidatio and visit needs 2 to 3 hrs,due to covid19,we could not go insude

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