Day 1

Arrive at Kolkata Airport, where our friendly representative will receive you with a warm welcome. After collecting your luggage and a brief orientation, you will be transferred to your hotel in the city. Complete check-in formalities and take some time to rest after your journey.In the evening, head out for a panoramic drive through Kolkata, witnessing the city’s colonial-era architecture and buzzing streets come alive under lights. Drive past the illuminated Writer’s Building, Howrah Bridge, Vidyasagar Setu, and other heritage landmarks glowing in the evening ambience. This short city tour offers a wonderful first impression of Kolkata’s vibrant culture and layered history.Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay, preparing for a full day of exploration ahead.

Meals Included:Lunch,Dinner

Overnight Stay:Kolkata

Arrival Point:Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)

Day 2

After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a full-day guided city tour exploring the best of Kolkata’s history, spirituality, science, and colonial architecture.Begin your journey at Science City, India’s largest science museum, offering fascinating interactive exhibits, 3D shows, and fun learning experiences for all ages. Continue to Mother Teresa’s Ashram (Mother House), where you’ll feel a deep sense of peace while visiting her tomb and learning about her life of service.Next, head to the Indian Museum, the oldest and largest museum in India, showcasing everything from ancient relics and fossils to Mughal paintings and Egyptian mummies — a true treasure trove for culture lovers.Visit the Victoria Memorial Hall, Kolkata’s most iconic monument from the British Raj, with its majestic white marble structure, lush gardens, and galleries filled with historical paintings and documents.

Later, explore St. Paul’s Cathedral, an impressive example of Gothic Revival architecture. Then pass by major colonial landmarks like Eden Gardens, one of the world’s most famous cricket stadiums, and the historic Writer’s Building, once the seat of British administration in Bengal.As the day winds down, experience the spiritual side of the city with a visit to Dakshineswar Kali Temple, located on the banks of the Hooghly River. This sacred site is associated with the mystic saint Ramakrishna Paramahamsa and is a major pilgrimage destination.On your return, enjoy a scenic drive past the iconic Howrah Bridge and Vidyasagar Setu, beautifully lit as the sun sets over the river.Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and rest.

🍽️ Meals Included:Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

🏨 Overnight Stay:Kolkata

Day 3

After an early breakfast at the hotel, check out and begin your road journey to Shantiniketan (approx. 4–5 hours by private vehicle), a peaceful town in Birbhum district that echoes the intellectual and artistic spirit of Rabindranath Tagore.En route, enjoy the changing landscapes as you leave the bustle of Kolkata behind and enter the scenic countryside of West Bengal, with lush paddy fields, traditional mud houses, and occasional glimpses of red laterite soil typical of the region.Upon arrival in Shantiniketan, begin your exploration with a visit to the Kopai River, lovingly referred to as Chhoto Nodi (small river) by Tagore in his poems. The tranquil surroundings and rustic charm of this area inspired much of Tagore’s early work.

Next, proceed to Shilpagram, an open-air cultural complex and handicraft village that represents the rich tribal and folk art traditions of Eastern India. Admire intricately crafted textiles, pottery, woodwork, and sculptures by local artisans. This space also hosts seasonal exhibitions and workshops showcasing rural life and heritage.Later, check in to your hotel and relax for the evening. Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere — far removed from the noise of city life — as you settle into this unique university town that continues to be a center of creativity and cultural learning.

Meals Included:Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Overnight Stay:Shantiniketan

Day 4

After breakfast, begin a day steeped in history, literature, and spiritual calm as you explore Shantiniketan, the town founded by Rabindranath Tagore as a center for holistic education and artistic freedom.Start at Prakriti Bhavan, India’s first nature art museum. The serene galleries display unique sculptures and installations created from natural materials like wood, stone, and clay, celebrating the bond between nature and creativity.Next, visit the Visva-Bharati Ashrama Complex, the heart of Tagore’s educational vision. Walk through areas once graced by scholars, poets, and artists from around the world. Explore the Deer Park and Siksha Bhavan precincts that reflect the peaceful and open-air style of learning envisioned by Tagore.

Continue to Chhatimala, where students still take the symbolic ritual of sitting under the Chhatim trees upon graduation — a tradition initiated by Tagore himself. Nearby, visit the spiritual Brahma Mandir, a simple yet powerful space of worship for the Brahmo Samaj movement.Then, tour the Uttarayan Complex, where Tagore lived and worked. It features several historic buildings like Udayan, Shyamali, and Konark — each reflecting different architectural styles and purposes. Adjacent to this is the Rabindra Bhavan Museum, which houses rare manuscripts, letters, photographs, and awards (including a replica of Tagore's Nobel Prize).

Before leaving Shantiniketan, stop at Kankalitala Temple, one of the 51 Shakti Peethas, believed to be where the waist (kankal) of Goddess Sati fell. This sacred site draws both pilgrims and those interested in Bengal's spiritual history.In the late afternoon, begin your return journey to Kolkata. Arrive by evening and check in to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals Included:Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Overnight Stay:Kolkata

Day 5

Begin your final day with a relaxed breakfast at the hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy some free time in Kolkata to soak in the last impressions of the city.You may choose to take a short optional drive through nearby local markets or visit a nearby shopping area to pick up souvenirs such as Bengal handloom sarees, handicrafts, or local sweets like rosogolla and sandesh.Later, check out from the hotel and proceed to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport for your flight back to Kerala. Carry with you the lasting memories of Tagore’s poetic legacy in Shantiniketan and the historic grandeur of Kolkata.Return with soulful memories of Bengal’s cultural heartland.

Meals Included:Breakfast,Lunch

Departure Point:Kolkata Airport (CCU)