4-Day Cultural and Shopping Tour in Kolkata with a Day Trip to Shantiniketan

Day 1: Historic Kolkata

Kolkata, India on June 10, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Flurys

Start your day with a traditional English breakfast and pastries at the iconic Flurys on Park Street, a Kolkata institution since 1927, open from 7am to 10pm.
INR700, 1h

9:30am

Visit Victoria Memorial

Explore the spectacular white marble monument, a museum showcasing colonial history and fine art. Open from 10am to 5pm, closed on Mondays.
INR30, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at 6 Ballygunge Place

Enjoy authentic Bengali cuisine in a lovely colonial bungalow ambiance. Open 12pm to 3:30pm and 7pm to 11pm.
INR900, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Indian Museum

Discover India’s oldest and largest museum filled with art, archaeology, anthropology and natural history. Open 10am to 5pm, closed on Mondays.
INR30, 2h

4:00pm

Explore College Street book market

A paradise for book lovers, browse through hundreds of book stalls selling new and used books. Open till evening.
Free, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at Oh! Calcutta

Taste authentic Bengali dishes with a modern twist in this well-known restaurant open until 11pm.
INR1200, 1h
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Day 2: Shopping & Local Culture

Kolkata, India on June 11, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at The Bohri Kitchen Cafe

Savor unique Bohri-style breakfast delicacies, open from 8am to 2pm.
INR400, 1h

9:30am

Shopping at Mahua Boutique

Enjoy shopping for exquisite handcrafted textiles, sarees, and ethnic wear at this exclusive boutique. Open from 10am to 7pm.
Depends on purchases, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Baan Thai

Relish exquisite Thai cuisine in a stylish setting, open 12pm to 3:30pm and 7pm to 11pm.
INR1000, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Marble Palace

Visit this 19th-century mansion famous for its marble walls, sculptures, and artworks. Open 10am to 4pm, closed Mondays and Thursdays.
INR50, 1.5h

3:30pm

Explore New Market

Shop for clothes, accessories, and local handicrafts in this bustling market open until evening.
Free, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Peter Cat

Experience the famous Chelo Kebab and other continental dishes at this iconic Park Street restaurant, open till late night.
INR1100, 1h
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Day 3: Shantiniketan Day

Shantiniketan, India on June 12, 2025

6:30am

Depart to Shantiniketan

Start early by car or train for the 3-4 hour journey to Shantiniketan, founded by poet Rabindranath Tagore.
INR800 by train, INR2500 by car, 4h

10:30am

Visit Visva Bharati University and Tagore’s Ashram

Explore the university campus, art galleries, and the serene environment that inspired Tagore’s works, open 9am to 5pm.
INR50, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Sonajhuri Canteen

Enjoy simple, wholesome Bengali meals served by locals, open 12pm to 3pm.
INR300, 1h

1:30pm

Explore local crafts markets

Shop for traditional handicrafts, pottery, and textiles made by local artisans.
Depends on purchases, 1.5h

3:30pm

Return to Kolkata

Travel back to Kolkata by car or train.
Included in departure cost, 4h

8:00pm

Dinner at Mainland China

Relax with delicious Chinese cuisine after a long day, open until 11pm.
INR1200, 1h
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Day 4: Leisure & Final Shopping

Kolkata, India on June 13, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Indian Coffee House

Experience a nostalgic breakfast at this historic coffee house on College Street, open from 7am to 8pm.
INR150, 45m

9:30am

Book shopping at College Street and iconic bookstores

Pick up rare and second-hand books or new arrivals at some of Kolkata’s most famous bookstores.
Depends on purchases, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Arsalan

Savor flavorful Mughlai and Kolkata biryani dishes, open 12pm to 11pm.
INR700, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Kumartuli

Explore the traditional potters’ quarter where artisans craft exquisite clay idols, open daily until evening.
Free, 1.5h

3:30pm

Relax at Princep Ghat

Enjoy a peaceful riverside walk along the Hooghly River with beautiful colonial architecture, open all day.
Free, 1h

6:00pm

Farewell dinner at Oh! Calcutta

Indulge once again in delightful Bengali dishes to conclude your Kolkata journey, open till 11pm.
INR1200, 1.5h
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