Cultural Exploration of West Bengal: Howrah to Mayapur and Beyond

Day 1: Journey Through Devotion

Howrah, India on March 17, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Kewpie's Restaurant

Start your day with a local Bengali breakfast at Kewpie's, famous for its authentic dishes like luchi and alur dam. The cozy ambiance adds to the experience.
INR 300, 1 hour

8:30AM

Travel to Mayapur

Embark on a pleasant journey to Mayapur, the birthplace of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and a significant pilgrimage site for ISKCON. It takes around 3 hours by road.
INR 1000 (Taxi fare), 3 hours

11:30AM

Visit ISKCON Mayapur

Explore ISKCON Mayapur, a serene and spiritually enriching place with beautiful temples and stunning architecture. Take part in the morning aarti.
FREE, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Mayapur Inn

Enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch at Mayapur Inn, known for their variety of Indian and continental dishes. Their thalis are particularly recommended.
INR 500, 1 hour

2:30PM

Travel to Ganga Sagar

Head to Ganga Sagar, a sacred spot where the Ganges meets the Bay of Bengal. The journey includes a boat ride and takes about 3 hours.
INR 1500 (Taxi and Boat ride), 3.5 hours

6:00PM

Explore Ganga Sagar Beach

Take a stroll along Ganga Sagar Beach and enjoy the tranquil environment, especially beautiful during sunset. It’s a perfect spot for reflection.
FREE, 1.5 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Ganga Sagar Restaurant

Experience a simple, fresh seafood dinner at Ganga Sagar Restaurant, which offers local dishes prepared with the day's catch.
INR 600, 1 hour

8:30PM

Travel to Kolkata

Begin your journey back to Kolkata, specifically to Dakshineswar. This will take about 2.5 hours by taxi.
INR 800 (Taxi fare), 2.5 hours

11:00PM

Check-in at Hotel

Arrive at your hotel near Dakshineswar for some much-needed rest after a fulfilling day.
INR 2000 (Hotel stay), 1 hour
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