Morning: Fly from Maharashtra to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Kolkata. Settle in and enjoy a light breakfast with a view of the Hooghly River.
Afternoon: Explore the historic Victoria Memorial and its gardens, then wander through the bustling streets of New Market for a quick lunch of local street food.
Evening: Stroll along Princep Ghat as the sunset reflects on the river, and dine at a rooftop restaurant serving authentic Bengali cuisine.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the artistic enclave of College Street, famous for its bookshops and the historic Indian Museum, where you can admire ancient artifacts.
Afternoon: Take a rickshaw ride to Kalighat Temple and then enjoy a traditional Bengali thali at a heritage eatery.
Evening: Attend a cultural performance at the Rabindra Sadan showcasing Bengali dance and music.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart by train to Shantiniketan (≈3 hours). Check into a guesthouse and relax amidst the serene campus of Visva‑Bharati University.
Afternoon: Explore the open‑air museum at Uttarayan, featuring sculptures and murals inspired by Rabindranath Tagore.
Evening: Walk through the peaceful Amar Kutir artisans’ village and enjoy a quiet dinner of farm‑to‑table dishes.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel by private car to New Jalpaiguri (≈7 hours), then board a toy train to the hill station of Darjeeling.
Afternoon: Check into a mountain‑view hotel and take a leisurely walk along the famous Mall Road, sampling local teas.
Evening: Watch the sunset over the Himalayas from the iconic Tiger Hill viewpoint.
Find HotelsMorning: Ride the historic Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) to Ghum, visiting the Ghum Monastery and the world’s highest railway station.
Afternoon: Explore the vibrant Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park and the nearby Himalayan Mountaineering Institute.
Evening: Enjoy a tea‑tasting session at a renowned Darjeeling tea estate, learning about the region’s famous leaf.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart for Gangtok, Sikkim (≈4 hours). Upon arrival, settle into a boutique hotel in the heart of the city.
Afternoon: Visit the colorful Enchey Monastery and the bustling MG Road market for local handicrafts.
Evening: Relax at the scenic Ranka Falls viewpoint, watching the lights of the town twinkle below.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a day trip to the sacred Rumtek Monastery and the serene Namchi Char Dham complex.
Afternoon: Drive to Tsomgo Lake, where you can enjoy yak rides and stunning alpine scenery.
Evening: Return to Gangtok and savor a dinner of traditional Sikkimese dishes at a local restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly from Bagdogra to Kolkata, then transfer to a river cruise departing from Gorakhpur for the Sundarbans National Park.
Afternoon: Settle aboard the eco‑friendly boat and begin your guided wildlife tour, spotting mangrove birds and crabs.
Evening: Enjoy a night under the stars on the deck, listening to stories about the legendary Royal Bengal Tiger.
Find HotelsMorning: Early morning boat safari to increase chances of sighting a Royal Bengal Tiger and explore the intricate network of waterways.
Afternoon: Visit the Sundarbans Watchtower for panoramic views and a brief stop at a local fisherfolk village.
Evening: Return to Kolkata by river and transfer to your hotel for a restful night.
Find HotelsMorning: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and last‑minute shopping for souvenirs at Gariahat Market.
Afternoon: Check out and transfer to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport for your flight back to Maharashtra.
Evening: Arrive home with wonderful memories of West Bengal’s culture, hills, and wildlife.
Find HotelsIf you wish to extend the trip, consider adding an extra day in Darjeeling for a full sunrise trek to Tiger Hill or a day in the historic town of Murshidabad. To shorten the itinerary, you can skip the Sikkim segment and allocate those two days to deeper exploration of Kolkata’s colonial heritage or a longer stay in the Sundarbans for a more immersive wildlife experience.