Kolkata Holidays
Kolkata is the most important city in eastern India – a historic metropolis and capital of the British Raj. Still one of the forward-thinking intellectual centres of India, the city has long been noted for its wonderful architectural landmarks – many of which date from the colonial period. Kolkata is also known as the ‘soul of India’ and as one of the most populous urban areas on earth is an intensely human city. Visit St John’s Church with its memorial to the city’s founder Job Charnock, the Writers Building – now a seat of government – and the grand General Post Office. Explore the imposing white marble Victoria Memorial, built in 1921 and today a treasure trove of Raj relics, wander the excellent Indian Museum and visit the lively Kali Temple at Kalighat close to the colourful daily flower market. Pettitts Travel specialises in providing quality, tailor-made holidays and tours to India.
Holiday Ideas for Kolkata
A River Cruise on India's Ganges and Brahmaputra Rivers
10 days from £2100 per person
Cruising the Lower Ganges - From Kolkata to Farakka
8 days from £2235 per person
Kolkata and the Historic Trading Centres of Colonial East India
13 days from £2850 per person
Nepal and Sikkim
15 days from £3495 per person
Eastern India and the Tribes of Orissa
17 days from £3850 per person
Return to Darjeeling and Sikkim
18 days from £3960 per person
A River Cruise on the Holy Ganges Between Kolkata and Varanasi
15 days from £4420 per person
The Defence of Kohima and Imphal
16 days from £4600 per person
The Enchanted Frontiers - India and Bangladesh
18 days from £4760 per person
Tigers, Temples and Distant Palaces of Central India
20 days from £4880 per person