River Hooghly Cruise: A Historical Exploration of Kolkata's Landmarks
Kolkata (Calcutta)
Embark on a historical exploration of Kolkata's landmarks with a river Hooghly cruise. Discover the city's past and present as you sail past iconic sights and ghats.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Babughat - You will be picked up from your hotel in Kolkata (Calcutta) and driven to the Babughat Jetty
  • the starting point for your river cruise.
    Once onboard, enjoy the sights of Kolkata as you travel on the river. Bridge across the Ganges River joining the two metropolises of Kolkata and Howrah.

You also sails past the Howrah Railway Station, one of the busiest rail stations in the world.
Other heritage sites on the banks include numerous temples and bathing ghats.
You will see the historical point of arrival of Job Charnock at Cossim Bazaar. He was an administrator of the East india Company and is sometimes referred to as the founder of Kolkata.
Close bym you will see the Memorial built for Rabindranath Tagore, a Nobel Prize winner for Literature in 1913, the first Asian person to receive the honor. See the oldest Gun and Shell Factory in India at Casipore. The cruise will end back at the
Jetty Point and you will be driven back to your hotel in Kolkata.

What's Included
  • English Speaking Guide services included
  • Air-conditioned car for hotel-jetty transfers
  • 2-hour scenic river cruise
  • Complimentary bottle of mineral water
  • Life-saving jacket provided (mandatory)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information

Explore Kolkata (Calcutta) by cruising down the river Hooghly, a branch off the Ganges River. Your journey will reveal significant historic landmarks of the city. You’ll also observe the vibrant ghats that echo Kolkata’s bygone and contemporary life.

Highlights
• Spectacular sight of Howrah Bridge
• Howrah Railway Station
• Glimpse of the “haunted” House of Dolls and the Nimtolla Ghat
• Oldest Gun and Shell Factory in India

  • Partially Wheelchair Non accessible
  • Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Kolkata (Calcutta)
We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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