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.
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.
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Babughat - Guests will be collected from their hotel in Kolkata (Calcutta) and transported to the Babughat Jetty, the starting point for the river cruise. Once aboard, enjoy the scenic views of Kolkata as the journey progresses along the river. The cruise crosses the Ganges River, linking the two cities of Kolkata and Howrah.
The cruise also passes…
- Babughat - Guests will be collected from their hotel in Kolkata (Calcutta) and transported to the Babughat Jetty, the starting point for the river cruise. Once aboard, enjoy the scenic views of Kolkata as the journey progresses along the river. The cruise crosses the Ganges River, linking the two cities of Kolkata and Howrah.
The cruise also passes by the Howrah Railway Station, one of the busiest rail stations globally. Other heritage sites along the banks include numerous temples and bathing ghats. Guests will witness the historical landing site of Job Charnock at Cossim Bazaar. He was an administrator of the East India Company and is often credited as the founder of Kolkata. Nearby, visitors will see the Memorial dedicated to Rabindranath Tagore, a Nobel Prize winner for Literature in 1913, the first Asian to receive this honor. Additionally, see the oldest Gun and Shell Factory in India at Casipore. The cruise concludes back at the Jetty Point, and guests will be transported back to their hotel in Kolkata.

- 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)
- 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)
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Discover Kolkata (Calcutta) as you take a cruise on the river Hooghly, a distributary of the Ganges River. Your cruise will take you past some of the important historical sights in the city. You will also see the numerous ghats that tell of Kolkata’s past and present life. NOTE: (Expect More People on Ground / Monuments / Public Places During the Tour)….
Discover Kolkata (Calcutta) as you take a cruise on the river Hooghly, a distributary of the Ganges River. Your cruise will take you past some of the important historical sights in the city. You will also see the numerous ghats that tell of Kolkata’s past and present life. NOTE: (Expect More People on Ground / Monuments / Public Places During the Tour). You will have Private tour Guide during the Sightseeing Tour. Highlights • Impressive view of Howrah Bridge • Howrah Railway Station • View “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
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.