Morning: Arrive at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport and check into your hotel. Take a leisurely stroll to the iconic Howrah Bridge to capture the bustling riverfront and enjoy the sunrise over the Hooghly.
Afternoon: Visit the majestic Victoria Memorial, explore its marble galleries and beautifully landscaped gardens. Follow with a quick lunch at a nearby café before heading to the Indian Museum, India’s oldest museum, to admire its eclectic collections.
Evening: Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Park Street with its historic colonial architecture, lively street performances, and a dinner featuring authentic Bengali cuisine.
Find HotelsMorning: Start at the sacred Kalighat Temple, one of the city’s most revered Shakti shrines. Afterwards, wander through the bustling lanes of Kumartuli, the traditional potters’ quarter.
Afternoon: Explore the elegant Marble Palace, a 19th‑century mansion showcasing an impressive private art collection and exotic animal trophies. Continue to the bustling New Market for a quick snack and souvenir shopping.
Evening: Take a sunset boat ride on the Hooghly River, passing under illuminated bridges, and finish the day with a cultural performance at the Rabindra Sadan auditorium.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel to Shantiniketan (≈3 hours by road). Begin with a guided walk through the serene **Uday Shankar Hall** and the historic **Ashutosh Museum**, home to Rabindranath Tagore’s personal artifacts.
Afternoon: Stroll across the lush **Vishwa Bharati University campus**, visiting the iconic **Tagore’s House (Kuthibari)** and the open‑air **Amar Kutir** crafts village, where local artisans demonstrate traditional weaving.
Evening: Return to Kolkata, stopping at the picturesque **Brahmaputra Riverbank** for a brief sunset view before settling back at your hotel.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart early for the Sundarbans (≈2 hours to Godkhali launch point). Board a motorized boat and cruise through the intricate network of tidal rivers, spotting crocodiles and kingfishers.
Afternoon: Arrive at **Sajnekhali Watchtower**, where a guided walk offers panoramic views of the mangrove forest and the chance to spot the elusive Bengal tiger. Continue to a nearby village for a traditional lunch.
Evening: Return to the launch point and travel back to Kolkata, reflecting on the day’s wildlife encounters while enjoying a relaxed dinner at a riverside restaurant.
Find HotelsIf you wish to extend the trip, consider adding a full day in Darjeeling to explore the tea gardens, toy train, and Tiger Hill sunrise. To shorten the itinerary, you can skip the evening boat ride on Day 1 and replace the Sundarbans excursion with a half‑day visit to the nearby **Koch Bihar Palace** for a taste of royal heritage.