One-Day Road Trip from Kolkata: Unveiling Serenity in the Outsourcing Towns

Day 1: Coastal Escapade

Shankarpur, India

7:00AM

Breakfast at Anand Restaurant

Start your day with a delicious Bengali breakfast of Luchi and Alur Dom at this iconic local restaurant.
Take a drive from Kolkata east for about 3 hours to reach Shankarpur.
INR 200, 1 hour

8:00AM

Visit Shankarpur Beach

Enjoy a peaceful morning walk along the pristine Shankarpur beach, perfect for relaxation and scenic views.
After breakfast, head straight to the beach which is a short drive from the restaurant.
Free, 1.5 hours

9:30AM

Drive to Mandarmani

Drive approximately 30 minutes to Mandarmani, a quaint coastal town known for its longer, cleaner beaches.
Follow the coastal highway from Shankarpur to Mandarmani.
N/A, 30 minutes

10:00AM

Beach Activities in Mandarmani

Engage in thrilling water sports like jet-skiing and banana boat rides, available at the beach.
Park your vehicle at the Mandarmani beach area.
INR 800, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at The Mandarmani

Relish a sumptuous seafood platter featuring fresh catch of the day, accompanied by coconut water.
There are several beach shacks or restaurants directly on the beach.
INR 500, 1 hour

1:00PM

Drive to Digha

Leave Mandarmani and head towards Digha, a popular beach destination, just about 30 minutes away.
Continue along the coastal road to reach Digha.
N/A, 30 minutes

1:30PM

Explore Digha Beach

Take a stroll along Digha's extensive beach or enjoy a refreshing dip in the sea.
Find parking near the Digha beach area.
Free, 2 hours

3:30PM

Visit the Digha Sea Beach Promenade

Enjoy the visuals of vendors and local snacks while soaking in the atmosphere at the promenade.
Directly accessible from the beach.
Free, 1 hour

4:30PM

Snack at Hotel Abhishek

Savor a light tea and snacks like chowmein or mutton rolls at this local favorite.
Walk from the promenade to Hotel Abhishek located nearby.
INR 300, 1 hour

5:30PM

Start the Return Trip to Kolkata

Begin your journey back to Kolkata, reminiscing the delightful day spent on the coast.
Drive back west along the same highway.
N/A, 3 hours

8:30PM

Dinner at Maa Tara Hotel

Conclude your trip with a hearty dinner featuring traditional Bengali cuisine such as Fish Curry and Rice.
Upon reaching Kolkata, head to Maa Tara Hotel, a reputed eatery to savor the local flavors.
INR 600, 1 hour
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