• Nakhoda Mosque - You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to the largest mosque in Kolkata, the Nakhoda Mosque. Built in 1926, this mosque can accommodate 10,000 devotees in its huge pillared hall.

• Jain Swetamber Dadajika Temple - Next visit the beautiful Jain temple. The temple is famous for the glasswork of its interiors. The floral patterns of the marble floor, the wall paintings and exquisite chandeliers add to the beauty of this temple. The lamp inside the temple has been burning continuously since the inception of the temple in 1867.

• Dakshineswar Kali Temple - Next on the itinerary is an equally old and beautiful Hindu temple, the Dakshineswar Kali Temple. Built in 1855, just 2 years before the Indian Mutiny of 1857, the temple is dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Kali. The temple also has 12 identical shrines dedicated to God Shiva.

• St. Paul’s Cathedral - The Anglican St. Paul’s Cathedral is the next stop of the day. The gothic architecture of this imposing church makes it a famous attraction of Kolkata. In 1847, this was the first cathedral to be built in the overseas territories of the British Empire.

After the morning excursion take lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.

• The Mother House Of The Missionaries Of Charity - After lunch, visit the Missionaries of Charity at Mother House, the home that was founded in 1950 by Mother Teresa to take care of the sick and the destitute.

• Kalighat Kali Temple - Last stop is the 200 year old Kalighat Temple located on the banks of the River Hooghly. The temple is dedicated to the Goddess Kali, the patron deity of Kolkata.

At the end of the tour you will be dropped back at your hotel.

• 02 bottles of mineral water per person
• Local English speaking guide
• Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Food or drink, unless specified
• Gratuities

Kolkata, earlier referred to as Calcutta by the British, served as the initial administrative hub of the British in India. The city is not just known for its British-era architectural wonders but also for its sacred landscape. Embark on this one-day journey to explore the diverse sanctified locations of the Jain, Hindu, Christian, and Islamic faiths, unveiling the city’s rich religious tapestry by the Hooghly River.

Highlights

• Visit the imposing Nakhoda Mosque
• Admire the detailed interiors of a Jain shrine
• Witness the Gothic design of St. Paul’s Cathedral
• Tour the residence of Mother Teresa
• Experience the spiritual ambiance at the Kalighat temple
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
• Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
• Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
• Victoria Memorial is closed on Mondays. Missionaries of Charity remains closed on Thursdays.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult

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