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Kolkata Highlights: Full-Day Private City Tour
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Kolkata (Calcutta)
Experience the history, culture, and heritage of Kolkata, the City of Joy, in this comprehensive 8-hour tour. Visit major attractions, explore colonial and old Kolkata, and enjoy a sunset by the Ganges river.
Experience the history, culture, and heritage of Kolkata, the City of Joy, in this comprehensive 8-hour tour. Visit major attractions, explore colonial and old Kolkata, and enjoy a sunset by the Ganges river.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Jain Swetamber Dadajika Temple - Appreciate the exquisite mosaic designs, mirrored columns, and stained-glass windows. The serene gardens provide a peaceful escape from the city’s bustle.
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Birla Temple - The Birla Mandir in Kolkata is a splendid Hindu temple celebrated for its beautiful white marble architecture and tranquil ambiance.
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- Jain Swetamber Dadajika Temple - Appreciate the exquisite mosaic designs, mirrored columns, and stained-glass windows. The serene gardens provide a peaceful escape from the city’s bustle.
- Birla Temple - The Birla Mandir in Kolkata is a splendid Hindu temple celebrated for its beautiful white marble architecture and tranquil ambiance.
- Botanical Garden - Venture across the river to discover this 270-acre green oasis. The highlight is the Great Banyan Tree, over 250 years old, with a canopy larger than many city blocks. (CLOSED ON MONDAYS)
- Indian Museum (Jadu Ghar) - Explore the oldest and largest museum in India. Featuring ancient Gandhara art, an Egyptian mummy, and rare fossils, the galleries showcase some of Asia’s most important artifacts. (CLOSED ON MONDAYS)
- Maghen David Synagogue - Constructed in 1884 by Elias David Ezra in memory of his father, David Joseph Ezra, who prospered in Kolkata’s real estate market. Admire the stunning Italian Renaissance-style architecture of this historic synagogue. Its grand interiors and floral designs reflect the city’s rich multicultural heritage.
- Marble Palace Kolkata - This 19th-century private mansion is renowned for its neoclassical architecture, marble walls, and vast collection of Western sculptures, paintings, and art pieces. (CLOSED ON MONDAYS & THURSDAYS)
- South Park Street Cemetery - Stroll through this evocative 18th-century cemetery. It’s a captivating and sometimes eerie destination, being one of the oldest non-church cemeteries globally, with impressive colonial-era tombs and mausoleums. The towering Indo-Saracenic tombs and moss-covered obelisks narrate the poignant tales of the early British settlers who lived and worked in the city.
- Prinsep Ghat - Prinsep Ghat is a picturesque riverside promenade in Kolkata, popular for picnics, boat rides, and leisurely walks along the Hooghly River.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Tourist guide
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Pick up & drop off at your location in Kolkata
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Tourist guide
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
- Pick up & drop off at your location in Kolkata
Additional Information
Experience the Heart of the City: Full-Day Private Tour of Kolkata
Explore the enchanting allure of Kolkata with this extensive private tour, crafted to engage you with the city’s magnificent architecture, rich spiritual tapestry, and vibrant culinary scene. This thoughtfully planned itinerary combines famous landmarks with peaceful retreats, providing…
Experience the Heart of the City: Full-Day Private Tour of Kolkata
Explore the enchanting allure of Kolkata with this extensive private tour, crafted to engage you with the city’s magnificent architecture, rich spiritual tapestry, and vibrant culinary scene. This thoughtfully planned itinerary combines famous landmarks with peaceful retreats, providing an in-depth exploration of the “City of Joy.”
Savor a genuine local lunch.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Jain Swetamber Dadajika Temple
Badridas Temple St, Ward 15
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(89 Ratings)
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Bov2026
Jan 7, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Private Tour of Kolkata with Tour De Kolkata - I had an amazing experience with Tour De Kolkata, and I can’t recommend them enough. Muzaffar Khan, who is both the owner and my guide, gave me a full private tour of Kolkata that exceeded all expectations.
I flew in from Delhi, and Muzaffar was waiting for me right at the exit—welcoming me warmly and immediately offering a hot tea, which was such a thoughtful touch. From the start, both Muzaffar and the driver were respectful, friendly, and professional.
Muzaffar’s knowledge, passion, and patience truly set him apart. He explained everything in detail, always making sure I understood the history and meaning behind what we were seeing. He carefully planned the itinerary so we were able to visit many places and really explore this incredible old city while learning so much along the way.
What made the tour especially unique was Muzaffar’s artistic vision—he gave me a perspective of Kolkata that I don’t think any other guide could match. It was not just a tour, but a meaningful experience.
To top it off, when he dropped me back at the airport, Muzaffar had even prepared a small gift for me, which was such a kind gesture and made the experience even more memorable.
If you’re considering a tour in Kolkata, I highly recommend Tour De Kolkata. Trust me—you’ll thank me later!
Bo (NY) — January 2026
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Anupam
Jan 2, 2026
Mr. Muzaffar the knowledgeable person - Muzaffar is next level, what knowledge he carries. Im his big fan, I will travel again to this part of India and I'm sure he is my go to person.
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517hartmutg
Dec 26, 2025
Wonderful tour, perfect guide. - Muzzafar is an excellent tour guide. We talked about many philosophical, cultural and religious aspects. It was very enriching. Muzzafar adapted the tour to my preferences and we visited three temples. We had plenty of time for the other essential sights. In the end, the evening ended with sunset at Prinzep Ghat.
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Travel973
Dec 13, 2025
Good guide, much seen, recommendswer - I had a great tour with Muzzafar and the driver. As agreed, I was picked up at my hotel on time. There we first discussed what we're going to look at. Muzzafar is very knowledgeable and experienced. The driver drove the vehicle very safely, it was very comfortable. We saw the main sights, the highlight was of course the flower market. The tour also had a lot to offer culinaryly. So we stayed at the India Coffee House and at the end still in a nice bakery. It was a really great day. I can only recommend this tour to anyone, even if you travel alone.
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Carl_f
Nov 28, 2025
Awesome - Great tour. Itinerary was excellent. Very interesting places. Guide was terrific. Very knowledgeable and helpful.
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Drazenm545
Nov 9, 2025
A memorable experience! - Our personal guide Mr. Muzaffar Khan made it an unforgettable experience! Thanks to Muzaffar we learned so much about the variety of culture and rich history of Kolkata.
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Vacation23361454552
Nov 1, 2025
Excellent - Our tour was a fantastic experience. We were able to visit many of the historic sights. Tour Guide Muzaffar was very knowledgeable he went beyond expectations which made our tour quite memorable .
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Marshal_d
Oct 23, 2025
A Diwali Redemption in Kolkata – Thanks to Muzaffar Khan - Having visited Kolkata since 2007 for work, I’d never truly explored its soul. My spouse, visiting for the first time, was excited—but our initial experiences (a tram museum and a 13-stop food tasting tour) booked through Viator were a major letdown. Disappointed and disheartened, we reached out to Viator, and they connected us with Muzaffar Khan—a local expert who turned our Diwali holiday around.
From the Missionaries of Charity to the Mallick Ghat Flower Market, Muzaffar curated a day steeped in history, color, and emotion. We marveled at the Howrah Bridge, tasted sweets at Nalin Chandra Das & Sons, and explored St. John’s Church, rich with colonial echoes.
College Street (Boi Para) and the Indian Coffee House brought intellectual nostalgia, while the Victoria Memorial, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and James Prinsep Monument showcased Kolkata’s architectural grandeur. A serene boat ride on the Hooghly River capped off the day.
Muzaffar was professional, articulate, and deeply knowledgeable. The vehicle was spotless, the driver courteous, and the pacing perfect. My spouse, initially skeptical, was thoroughly impressed.
If you’re looking to rediscover Kolkata or see it for the first time—ask for Muzaffar Khan. He doesn’t just guide you through the city; he brings it to life.
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Departure19507175102
Oct 17, 2025
My One-day Trip in Kolkata. - I had a One-day trip of Kolkata on 14th October 2025 with my wife. This trip was very well organized. I should really appreciate Mr Muzaffer Khan who was guiding us on that day. He picked us at the Hotel exactly at 8am sharp.
Places visited:
1. Mother Teresa's Home.
( Missionaries of Charity )
2. St John's Church
3.Howrah Bridge
4. Flower Market
5. Potters Street
6. Jain Temple
7. College Street
8. Indian Coffee House
9. Victoria Memorial
10. St Paul's Cathedral
11. Second Hooghly Bridge.
Mr Muzaffer Khan explained each and every site in detail with clear conversation. The way he explained the historical events in a chronological order was simply amazing. He has a very good command over English.
We were impressed the way Mr Muzaffer Khan explained the minute details in St John's Church and Victoria Memorial.
Once again I should extend my thanks to the organiser of the event and especially Mr Muzaffer Khan for making this trip a memorable one in my life time. Definitely I will recommend to any of those who are proposing for the trip to Kolkata to utilize this service.
S. Sundaramurthy.
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Shayok_d
Oct 5, 2025
Very Well Rounded Custom Kolkata Tour - We had an amazing custom tour that completed a terrific itinerary of places from 9 am to 5 pm right after the main Durga Puja festivities. Luckily traffic and tours were relatively light.
Bratati Saha was our Ministry of Tourism registered guide that this company contracted with. She is well known by the community and peers so that helped a lot at all the busier sights, access, parking, a sense of VIP like experience, etc.
She was amazing, very knowledgeable, understanding, and helpful. We got our shopping done, nice breaks, snacks, coffee, plenty of history, and all the stops plus more all covered ahead of schedule.
Kolkata 1 day custom tour.
This tour plus shopping, breaks, etc. we got done between 9 AM and 5 PM due to awesome weather and less traffic plus wonderful Ministry of Tourism guide!
We added some shopping for my mother and also a famous Jain Temple on Bratati’s advice plus the nicer church listed below.
900–10:00 Drive to Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Start sharp at 9:00; aim to arrive before the late-morning crowd.
10:00–10:45 ️ Visit Dakshineswar
10:45–11:15 Drive to Kumartuli
11:15–11:45 Explore Kumartuli Workshops open & active.
11:45–12:15 To Malik Ghat Flower Market
12:15–12:45 Walk market + Howrah Bridge
Short but lively visit.
12:45–1:15 To College Street
1:15–2:00 College Street + ☕ Indian Coffee House lunch Busy but iconic experience.
2:00–2:30 To St. Paul’s Cathedral
2:30–3:00 ⛪ St. Paul’s Cathedral
3:00–4:00 Victoria Memorial Hall Allocate more time here.
4:00–4:30 To Mother Teresa House
4:30–5:00 Mother Teresa House
6:00–6:30 Back to Hyatt Regency
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