Begin the day with a drive through the historic heart of Kolkata, a city known for its colonial architecture, intellectual culture, riverfront heritage, and vibrant street life. 

The Victoria Memorial is Kolkata’s most iconic landmark, built between 1906 and 1921 in memory of Queen Victoria. Constructed from white Makrana marble, the monument combines British and Mughal architectural influences and today functions as a major museum and cultural space. Its expansive gardens and galleries make it one of the city’s most visited attractions. 

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A refreshing lunch break at Haldiram’s, enjoying a variety of Indian snacks, traditional meals, and sweets in one of Kolkata’s most popular family dining destinations.

Drive through:

• Maidan

• Raj Bhavan

• Writers' Building

• Eden Gardens

This stretch reflects Kolkata’s colonial administrative and cultural legacy, with grand avenues, historic government buildings, and large open green spaces.

An exciting shopping experience at New Market, Kolkata’s historic marketplace known for its vibrant lanes, traditional handicrafts, garments, accessories, street food, and local specialties.

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Known as the “Boi Para” or Book Market of Kolkata, College Street is famous for its endless rows of bookstores, academic institutions, and literary history. The area has long been associated with writers, students, intellectual debates, and the Bengali renaissance. Read more.

Tea and snacks at: Indian Coffee House 

Built in 1841 along the Hooghly River, Prinsep Ghat is one of Kolkata’s most picturesque riverfront destinations. The Palladian-style memorial pavilion stands beside the modern Vidyasagar Setu bridge, creating a dramatic blend of colonial and contemporary Kolkata. Evening walks, boat rides, and riverside views make it a popular cultural and leisure spot.

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A boat ride at Prinsep Ghat offers a serene, scenic experience on the Hooghly River .