10N/11D Purulia, Bishnupur, Shantiniketan, Sundarban & Kolkata - Folk Art & Tiger Delta

Kolkata, Purulia, Bishnupur, Shantiniketan, Sundarban · 10 nights / 11 days · India

Folk Art & Tiger Delta. Stay plan: Kolkata (1N) – Purulia (2N) – Bishnupur (1N) – Shantiniketan (2N) – Sundarban (2N) – Kolkata (2N). Arrive Kolkata, depart Kolkata.

Day by day

Day 1 — Arrival at Gateway - Transfer to Kolkata
Arrive at airport / railway station (Bhubaneswar/Kolkata). Meet our tour representative and commence your journey to Kolkata. Check in at hotel/eco-camp/resort. City of Joy: Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Belur Math, St. Paul's Cathedral, and iconic street food avenues. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Kolkata.
Overnight: Kolkata
Day 2 — Kolkata to Purulia Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights
Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Purulia through picturesque highways, delta rivers, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Purulia and check in at hotel/camp. Chhau dance heartland: Ayodhya Hills, Bamni Falls, and rugged tribal landscapes. Overnight stay in Purulia.
Overnight: Purulia
Day 3 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Purulia
Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Purulia. Chhau dance heartland: Ayodhya Hills, Bamni Falls, and rugged tribal landscapes. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Purulia.
Overnight: Purulia
Day 4 — Purulia to Bishnupur Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights
Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Bishnupur through picturesque highways, delta rivers, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Bishnupur and check in at hotel/camp. Terracotta temple town of West Bengal: Famous for intricate 17th-century terracotta temples (Rasmancha, Madanmohan) and Baluchari sarees. Overnight stay in Bishnupur.
Overnight: Bishnupur
Day 5 — Bishnupur to Shantiniketan Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights
Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Shantiniketan through picturesque highways, delta rivers, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Shantiniketan and check in at hotel/camp. Cultural university town founded by Rabindranath Tagore: Visva-Bharati University, Sonajhuri Poush Mela grounds, and local Kantha embroidery crafts. Overnight stay in Shantiniketan.
Overnight: Shantiniketan
Day 6 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Shantiniketan
Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Shantiniketan. Cultural university town founded by Rabindranath Tagore: Visva-Bharati University, Sonajhuri Poush Mela grounds, and local Kantha embroidery crafts. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Shantiniketan.
Overnight: Shantiniketan
Day 7 — Shantiniketan to Sundarban Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights
Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Sundarban through picturesque highways, delta rivers, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Sundarban and check in at hotel/camp. UNESCO World Heritage mangrove delta: Boat safari through winding creeks, tiger tracking from watchtowers (Sajnekhali, Sudhanyakhali), and spotting estuarine wildlife. Overnight stay in Sundarban.
Overnight: Sundarban
Day 8 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Sundarban
Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Sundarban. UNESCO World Heritage mangrove delta: Boat safari through winding creeks, tiger tracking from watchtowers (Sajnekhali, Sudhanyakhali), and spotting estuarine wildlife. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Sundarban.
Overnight: Sundarban
Day 9 — Sundarban to Kolkata Scenic Transfer & En Route Sights
Post breakfast, check out and drive towards Kolkata through picturesque highways, delta rivers, and rural landscapes. Arrive in Kolkata and check in at hotel/camp. City of Joy: Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Belur Math, St. Paul's Cathedral, and iconic street food avenues. Overnight stay in Kolkata.
Overnight: Kolkata
Day 10 — Full Day Sightseeing & Exploration in Kolkata
Breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion exploring top scenic, cultural, and wildlife landmarks of Kolkata. City of Joy: Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Belur Math, St. Paul's Cathedral, and iconic street food avenues. Evening stroll through local markets. Overnight stay in Kolkata.
Overnight: Kolkata
Day 11 — Kolkata - Morning Sightseeing & Onward Departure
Post breakfast and morning views, check out from hotel. Complete any final souvenir shopping (Pattachitra, Dokra crafts, or Darjeeling tea) before proceeding on your return transfer to airport / railway station for your onward journey home.

Inclusions

Accommodation in selected category hotels/resorts/eco-camps/forest lodges on DBL/Twin sharing basis.
Meal Plan as booked (EP: Room Only / CP: Breakfast / MAP: Daily Buffet Breakfast & Dinner).
Private exclusive AC Vehicle (Sedan / SUV Innova / Tempo Traveller) for all airport/railway transfers, sightseeing, and inter-city travel as per itinerary.
Dedicated motorized boat cruise permits in Chilika Lake, Bhitarkanika mangroves, and Sundarban tiger reserve delta.
All forest entry permits, wildlife sanctuary guide fees, and tribal area administrative permissions.
All driver allowances, toll taxes, state road taxes, parking charges, and fuel charges.
24x7 on-tour coordination and dedicated Odisha & West Bengal destination desk support.

Exclusions

Airfare or Train tickets to/from Bhubaneswar / Kolkata / Bagdogra.
Special temple pooja fees, special darshan charges at Jagannath Puri or Kalighat, or camera fees.
Entry fees to monuments, museums, heritage palaces, or cultural show tickets.
Additional meals, room service, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone calls, or personal incidentals.
Mandatory Gala Dinner supplements during Durga Puja, Christmas Eve (24th Dec) and New Year's Eve (31st Dec).
GST @ 5% applicable on overall billing invoice.
Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like tidal surges, river blockades, flight delays, strikes, or extreme weather conditions.