Kolkata: Private Full-Day Spirituality & Temples Tour Kolkata: Full-Day Tour of Temples
ID: GYG159749-252482
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
07:30 hours
Description
Delight in a 9-hour trip providing you with the essence of the culmination of cultures and religions in Kolkata. Explore the different houses of worship, and learn the significance of the Goddess Durga for Bengalis.
Your tour will begin with a visit to the 200 year old temple Kali, before changing our course to head onward to St John’s Church. This church was one of the first cathedral churches built by the British in Kolkata, and it's neoclassical architecture holds the grave of Job Charnock.
You will then encounter the Magen David Synagogue, with interior walls containing memorial plaques dedicated to the well-known Jews of Calcutta. From here you will visit Nakhoda Masjid, the principal mosque of Kolkata.
You will then view the Pareshnath Temple, complete with architectural brilliance and stained glass all over, before enjoying lunch.
Following lunch, you will head for the Dakhineshwar temple and the Belur Math. These two temples are separated by the river Ganga and you will enjoy a great experience on the cool and calm ride over the Ganges. End your day with a refreshing Kolkata Masala Chai before being dropped off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Visit the most auspicious religious centers of Kolkata
- Get to know the culture and tradition of Kolkata and how they are interwoven into each other
- Enjoy a ferry ride over the Ganges and get a glimpse of city’s skyline
- Sip on a refreshing Kolkata Masala Chai
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Shoes must be removed at places of worship.
Knees and shoulders must be covered at all places of worship.
Comfortable walking shoes/slippers recommended.
All required protective equipment is provided
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Your Hotel in Kolkata. (Please share the Hotel details at the time of booking)
Airport Pick-up & Drop off also possible for the tour. An extra 500 INR applicable for Airport Pick & Drop payable in cash directly to the guide.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
