Kolkata tour in private car with guide & lunch for immersive cultural experience

Free cancellation available

The City of Joy Experience is a day tour where guests will discover why Kolkata is indeed the City of Joy. The experience commences at the Mausoleum of Job Charnock, the founder of British Kolkata and covers St Johns Church, the iconic Writers Building, the magnificent Governor’s house, Shahid Minar, India’s oldest museum and the legendary Victoria Memorial. The experience ends after a scenic 30 minute boat ride over the River Ganges.

This tour is organized by Five Senses Tours, a private limited company recognized by the Ministry of Tourism and a member of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO). The tour has been designed to support local livelihoods by way of employment of local guides, and supporting local businesses in line with the mission of the company to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Lunch
  • Private car

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Drinks

    Languages spoken by guide

    English (UK)

    Additional information

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

    All hotels in Kolkata

    Not wheelchair accessible

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