Relive British legacy- Trace back our steps to the colonial era and visit some prominent landmarks that defined Kolkata’s history. Learn about Job Charnock the founder of British Kolkata who bought the villages of Sutanuti, Gobindapur and Kalikata from Bengal subedar Azim Usman in 1690 and over time Kokata became the capital of East India Company. A cultural evangelist will take you back a few centuries to narrate the tale of Kolkata under the East India Company & the British Empire.

Discover Kolkata Your Way – A Private Tour Designed Around You Spend 2 days discovering Kolkata without the limits of a fixed itinerary on this fully Private, Customizable Tour designed around your interests. Explore iconic landmarks such as the Mother House, Mullick Ghat Flower Market, Howrah Bridge, Jain Temple, Kumartuli, College Street, Indian Coffee House, and Victoria Memorial, while your expert local guide shares fascinating stories that bring the city's history and culture to life. Why choose this tour? • Fully Private and Personalized to your interests and pace. • Expert local Professional Guide offering authentic cultural and historical insights. • Comfortable Hotel Pickup and Drop-off with Flexible Start Times. • Travel in a Private Air-Conditioned vehicle for a relaxed experience. Book with us today and discover the authentic "City of Joy"—your way.

The City of Joy Experience is a day tour where guests will discover why Kolkata is indeed the City of Joy. The experience commences at the Mausoleum of Job Charnock, the founder of British Kolkata and covers St Johns Church, the iconic Writers Building, the magnificent Governor’s house, Shahid Minar, India’s oldest museum and the legendary Victoria Memorial. The experience ends after a scenic 30 minute boat ride over the River Ganges. This tour is organized by Five Senses Tours, a private limited company recognized by the Ministry of Tourism and a member of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO). The tour has been designed to support local livelihoods by way of employment of local guides, and supporting local businesses in line with the mission of the company to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent.

Visit Kolkata on your own terms, and at your own pace, with a customizable sightseeing tour. You'll have a private car and driver with Tour Guide at your disposal so that you can visit the spots you are most interested in while skipping places that interest you less. As an added bonus, this package includes round-trip transfers from your Kolkata hotel.

Our tour takes you through the many different buildings and institutions that were set up in Calcutta to qualify it to become the most important city of the British Empire outside of England. We will regale you with stories and bring you face to face with the harsh realities of the colonial occupation of India by the greatest empire the world has known. Our explorers have excellent English language skills. Our content is very well researched specially from the infotainment perspective. You get the best map of Calcutta as a gift with loads of information of the city based on our years of experience of the city.

02-Day Kolkata & Sundarbans Heritage Trail From the "City of Joy" to the World’s Largest Mangrove Forest Experience the ultimate Bengal journey. Spend your first day uncovering the colonial history and vibrant culture of Kolkata, followed by a thrilling day-trip into the UNESCO-listed Sundarbans Tiger Reserve. Day 01: The Soul of Kolkata: Discover the landmarks that define India's cultural capital. This day-long journey takes you through historic architecture, spiritual centers, and the world’s most famous book market. Day 2: The Wild Sundarbans: Leave the city behind for a full-day boat safari through the largest mangrove forest on Earth. The Safari: Navigate the winding delta canals on a private, well-maintained safari boat. The Wilderness: Explore the primary habitat of the Royal Bengal Tiger, estuarine crocodiles, and over 270 bird species. All-Inclusive Dining: Enjoy a full day of meals, including breakfast, an authentic Bengali lunch on the boat, and evening snacks.