Start your adventure by visiting Victoria Memorial, a stunning white marble building that serves as a museum and heritage site. Built to commemorate Queen Victoria, this stunning site is surrounded by vast gardens, waterbodies, and sculptures. Take a guided tour to learn about India's history through the paintings, artifacts, and rare documents.
Take a wildlife excursion to the world-famous Sunderban National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage site has the world's largest mangrove forests where visitors can observe numerous rare and endangered species of flora and fauna, including the Royal Bengal tiger, saltwater crocodile, and fishing cats. Take a boat tour through the river channels and get up close to these exotic species in their natural habitats.
Get ready for some water sports adventure on the Ganges River. Engage in adrenaline-pumping white-water rafting through frothy rapids with an experienced guide. It's a challenging, intense, and exciting experience, and you must be able to swim and wear protective gear. The thrill of rafting through the scenic views of the river and the surrounding landscape is unparalleled.
Wrap up your adventure with a visit to the Birla Planetarium and Science Museum, one of India's popular tourist attractions. This dome-shaped planetarium boasts a state-of-the-art sky theater, an astronomy gallery, and a science museum. Explore the interactive exhibits, including space science and technology, visit the library, and watch a show on the daily solar system, the universe, and beyond.
If you have extra time, consider visiting the Howrah Bridge, Indian Museum, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, and St. Paul's Cathedral. For those with less time, the Birla Temple and Kalighat Kali Temple are worth a visit. Don't forget to carry water, sunscreen, insect repellent, and comfortable clothes and shoes for outdoor activities. Avoid visiting during monsoons or extreme heat. Be mindful of the opening and closing hours of each location and plan the itinerary accordingly.