Heritage & Wild Bengal Escape 5 Days / 4 Nights

Arrive in Kolkata, the cultural capital of India. Meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. After some rest, begin exploring the city’s colonial heritage — visit Victoria Memorial, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and Howrah Bridge. Stroll through Park Street and try iconic street eats like puchkas and kathi rolls. In the evening, enjoy a ferry ride on the Hooghly River while the city skyline glows. Kolkata’s old-world charm, art, and rhythm will instantly captivate you. Overnight stay in Kolkata.;

After breakfast, drive to Shantiniketan — founded by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. Check in to your resort surrounded by red soil paths and greenery. Visit Visva-Bharati University, Tagore’s Ashram, and Kala Bhavan’s art galleries. Experience the creative spirit that shaped Bengal’s culture and literature. In the evening, enjoy Baul folk music under the open sky or explore local handicraft markets. The tranquil, artistic vibe of Shantiniketan will leave your soul rejuvenated. Overnight stay in Shantiniketan.;

Post breakfast, drive to Godkhali, the gateway to the Sunderbans — the world’s largest mangrove forest. Board a boat cruise through winding creeks and lush islands to reach your eco-resort. Enjoy lunch onboard while spotting exotic birds and perhaps a crocodile or deer along the way. Evening includes a village walk, folk dance, and a short documentary on Sunderbans’ ecosystem. Feel the raw pulse of nature as the sun dips behind the mangroves. Overnight stay in Sunderbans.;

Wake up to chirping birds and misty river air. After breakfast, set out for a full-day cruise inside Sunderbans National Park. Sail through narrow creeks like Dobanki and Sajnekhali, watching for spotted deer, kingfishers, and if lucky — the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. Visit the Sajnekhali Watchtower and Museum to learn about the region’s wildlife. Enjoy lunch on the boat with panoramic forest views. Return to your lodge by evening for a bonfire and local seafood dinner. Overnight stay in Sunderbans.;

After breakfast, cruise back to Godkhali and drive to Kolkata. En route, stop at small fishing villages to see rural Bengal life up close. On arrival, visit Dakshineswar Kali Temple or shop for handloom sarees and sweets like rosogolla. Transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey. Take home unforgettable memories — the art of Shantiniketan, the wild heart of Sunderbans, and the timeless charm of Kolkata — all blending into one perfect Bengal story.;