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7-Day West Bengal Itinerary in November 2023

  1. Day 1: Kolkata
    30 minutes (8.6 km) from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Victoria Memorial, a stunning marble palace that commemorates Queen Victoria's reign in India. In the afternoon, explore the Indian Museum, showcasing Indian art, archaeology and natural history. In the evening, head to the Howrah Bridge and witness the sunset over the Hooghly River.

  2. Day 2: Sundarbans
    4 hours (100 km) from Kolkata

    Embark on an early morning boat ride in the Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to the world's largest mangrove forest and the Bengal tiger. In the afternoon, go on a nature walk and spot local wildlife. In the evening, enjoy a cultural performance by the locals.

  3. Day 3: Darjeeling
    12 hours (700 km) from Sundarbans

    In the morning, take a ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and marvel at the breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountains. In the afternoon, visit the Tea Garden to learn about tea production and sample some of the world's best tea. In the evening, take a stroll around the town and enjoy the local cuisine.

  4. Day 4: Kalimpong
    2.5 hours (50 km) from Darjeeling

    In the morning, visit the Zang Dhok Palri Phodang Monastery and immerse yourself in the local culture. In the afternoon, explore the flower markets and buy some souvenirs. In the evening, take a relaxing walk in the Deolo Hill Park and enjoy the sunset.

  5. Day 5: Shantiniketan
    12 hours (550 km) from Kalimpong

    In the morning, visit Visva-Bharati University, founded by Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore. In the afternoon, explore the Kala Bhavana art museum, showcasing Indian contemporary art. In the evening, take part in the local festivities and enjoy the Baul music performances.

  6. Day 6: Murshidabad
    4 hours (220 km) from Shantiniketan

    In the morning, visit the Hazarduari Palace, a stunning 19th-century palace that was once the residence of the Nawab of Bengal. In the afternoon, explore the Katra Mosque and the Imambara. In the evening, take a sunset boat ride along the Ganges river.

  7. Day 7: Bishnupur
    7 hours (300 km) from Murshidabad

    In the morning, visit the terracotta temples and the Jor Bangla Temple, a stunning example of Bengali temple architecture. In the afternoon, explore the Bishnupur Mela, a local festival showcasing the best of Bengali culture. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Bengali dinner.

Recommendations

Aside from the places mentioned in the itinerary, you can also consider visiting the Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Belur Math in Kolkata, the Tiger Hill in Darjeeling, the Joydev Kenduli Mela in Shantiniketan, and the Maa Tara Temple in Bishnupur. For a side trip, you can visit the Mirik Lake in Darjeeling. To maximize your fun, try the local street food and shop for souvenirs. We recommend booking your hotels and flights through https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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