West Bengal Tour Package

About West Bengal

Our West Bengal Tour Packages are created to present the richness of culture, scenic beauty, and the variety of landscape in eastern India. These are well organized West Bengal tourism packages in India which include all major cities and destinations like Kolkata, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Gangtok (through North Bengal), Siliguri, Digha, Mandarmani, Sundarbans, Shantiniketan, Murshidabad and Dooars.

You can select short trips of 3-4 days in time to visit on weekend vacations like other tours which are the long tour trips of 10-14 days which include hills, heritage sites, wildlife reserves, and beaches. The West Bengal holiday packages in India are targeted at families, couples, honeymooners, senior citizens and solo travelers. We further provide specially designed West Bengal honeymoon travel in India, including romantic hill resort stays, and individual sightseeing.

Indian trip packages to West Bengal often cost as little as 12,000 in budget tours, and up to 150,000 and above on high end holidays. The packages normally cover hotel accommodation, breakfast daily, tours, transfers, professional local guides and optional flights or trains. The West Bengal Tour Package to Delhi and West Bengal tour packages to Kerala have special departures, and therefore, it is simple to travel to West Bengal across the country.

About West Bengal

A blend of history, culture, nature, and modern life is a place where the state of West Bengal cannot be found. The state is diverse and has no equal because it has the colonial beauty of Kolkata or the misty hills of Darjeeling and the mangrove forests of Sundarbans. The options of our travel package in West Bengal, India, would suit travelers seeking culture, adventure, relaxation, or spiritual experiences.

We have been providing 50+ tailor-made vacation packages in India programs that start with low cost tours up to high-end luxurious holidays. Our services are in hotels, transportation, sightseeing, permits, bookings to trains/flights, and local experienced guides. It all comes with our West Bengal holiday packages whether you prefer a relaxing beach vacation or a romantic hill vacation or even a wildlife holiday.

The best attractions are the toy train ride in Darjeeling, tiger tours in Sundarbans, heritage walks in Kolkata, visits to the tea garden, river cruising on the Hooghly and Baul music evenings in Shantiniketan. Our West Bengal tour packages in India are accessible to any traveler, as flights can be offered to them in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Trivandrum, and Kolkata.

What kind of a Tour is right for you?

1. City Tours – The best choice to be taken by first-time visitors, including Kolkata, Howrah, and other heritage sites.

2. Culture and Heritage Tours - Specializes in temples, colonial heritage, museums, and literary heritage.

3. Special Season Tours - Durga Puja tours, tea plucking season tours and winter wildlife safaris.

4. Family Tours - Family-friendly sightseeing, comfortable hotels and slow pace of travel.

5. Adventure Tours - Trekking, river rafting, jungle safari and hill tours.

6. Luxury Tours - Luxury Hotels, personal cars, bespoke meals and special services.

Quick Facts of West Bengal

• Capital City: Kolkata

• Currency Used: Indian Rupee (INR)

• Spoken Languages: Bengali, Hindi, English.

• Time Zone: IST (UTC +5:30)

• Best Time to Visit: October to March.

Weather:

• Summer: Hot & humid (April–June)

• Monsoon: Intensive precipitation (July -September)

• Winter: fine and cool (OctoberMarch)

Popular Food: Mishti Doi, Rosogolla, Fish Curry.

Best Sightseeing: Victoria Memorial, Darjeeling, Sundarbans, Howrah Bridge, Kalimpong, Shantiniketan, Digha.

Activities to be done: Heritage walks, wildlife safari, hill walking, river cruising, food tours, photography, shopping.

Food to Try: Rosogolla, Sandesh, Kosha Mangsho, Machher Jhol, Luchi-Alur Dom.

What to Buy: Tant sarees, Baluchari sarees, terracotta, tea, handicrafts, dokra art.

Interesting Facts about West Bengal

1. Nobel Connection - Rabindranath Tagore became the first Nobel laureate in Asia.

2. Sweet capital of India - Rosogolla was invented here and is GI tagged.

3. World's Largest Mangroves Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest on the earth.

4. Kolkata Metro is the oldest in Asia Kolkata Metro is the first underground metro in India.

5. UNESCO Hill Railway Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is a World Heritage.

6. Cultural Festivals - Durga Puja is commemorated in no other place in the world as much.

7. Tea Heritage - Darjeeling tea is referred to as the Champagne of tea throughout the world.

8. Colonial Architecture - Kolkata boasts of some of the best British era buildings in India.

Why is West Bengal Popular Right Now?

1. Seasonal Beauty Winter has a clear view of the mountain and pleasant winter weather.

2. New Tourism Projects Eco-resorts, riverfront developments and heritage restorations.

3. Good Value - Good value West Bengal holiday packages in India.

4. Food Tourism Boom - Bengali food getting national and international popularity.

5. Easy Accessibility – Easier accessibility of major cities (rail, road, air).

The best places to visit in West Bengal

1. Kolkata

• Some well-known attractions in the region include colonial history, art and festivals.

• Best time: October–February

• Location: Eastern India

• Sights: Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Dakshineswar, Indian Museum.

• Special: Indian cultural capital.

2. Darjeeling

• Famous for its tea gardens and Himalayan views.

• Best time: March-May, October-December.

• Location: North Bengal

• Sights of interest: Tiger hill, Batasia Loop, Tea Estates.

• Special: UNESCO toy train

3. Sundarbans

• Famous Famous Royal Bengal Tiger Famous Royal Bengal Tiger.

• Best time: November–March

• Geographical area: Southern West Bengal.

• Attractions: River creeks, Mangrove forests.

• Special: Unique ecosystem

4. Kalimpong

• Small hill town with monasteries.

• Best season: March-June, September-November.

• Location: Near Darjeeling

• Sights: Durpin Monastery, Zang Dhok Palri.

• Special: lonely environment.

5. Shantiniketan

• Cultural center, educational center.

• Best time: October–March

• Location: Birbhum district

• Sights: Visva-Bharati University, Kala Bhavan.

• Special: Tagore heritage

6. Digha

• Seaside resort.

• Best time: October–February

• Location: Bay of Bengal coast

• Sights: Digha Beach, Marine aquarium.

• Special: Easy beach getaway

Do Indians require a visa to West Bengal?

No, the Indian citizens do not require a visa to visit West Bengal since it is a state in India. All one requires is a valid government issued ID like Aadhaar card, Voter ID, or Passport. An Indian tourist visa is needed for international travelers; the visa is normally restricted to 30-180 days. The processing normally requires 3-7 working days and the visas may be done online. The prices vary according to the nationality and type of visa.

How to Get to West Bengal

West Bengal is well connected through air, rail and road. The primary channel is the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata), which serves flights to and from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, and Trivandrum in support to the West Bengal tour packages in Kerala and elsewhere. It takes approximately 2.5 hours to fly to Delhi. The major airlines consist of IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet and Akasa Air.

Must Visit Places in West Bengal

1. Victoria Memorial

• An oversized monument of colonial history made of marble.

• Location: Kolkata

• Timing: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Activities Museum visit, gardens, photography.

• Visit: Symbolic heritage and landmark.

2. Howrah Bridge

• A cantilever bridge is among the busiest in the world.

• Location: Howrah

• Timing: Open 24 hours

• Activities: Walking tour, photography.

• Why Visit: City symbol and marvel of engineering.

3. Darjeeling Toy Train

• Old fashioned narrow-gauge railway.

• Location: Darjeeling

• Timing: Morning and afternoon ride.

• Activities: Scenic ride, hill views.

• Why Visit: UNESCO World Heritage visit.

4. Sundarbans National Park

• Mangrove forest wildlife reserve.

• Location: South 24 Parganas

• Timing: Day safaris

• Activities: Birdwatching, boat safari.

• Why Visit: Unique wildlife habitat

5. Dakshineswar Kali Temple

• Famous riverside temple.

• Location: Kolkata

• Timing: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

• Activities: River views, prayer.

• Why Visit: Spiritual significance.

6. Kalimpong Monasteries

• The idyllic Buddhist monasteries.

• Location: Kalimpong

• Timing: Daytime

• Activities: Meditation, sightseeing.

• Why Visit: peaceful and religiously pleasing atmosphere.

7. Shantiniketan Campus

• Cultural heritage site.

• Location: Birbhum

• Timing: Daytime

• Activities: Museum visits, art tours.

• Why Visit: Tagore’s legacy.

8. Digha Beach

• Popular beach destination.

• Location: East Midnapore

• Timing: All day

• Activities: Walks on the beach, seafood.

• Why Visit: Leisurely beach vacation.

9. Murshidabad

• Historic Nawabi capital.

• Place: Murshidabad district.

• Timing: Daytime

• Activities: Palace visits, tours around history.

• Why Visit: Rich heritage of Mughals.

Best activities in West Bengal.

1. Walking Tours: See the old mansions and colonial streets of Kolkata.

• Location: Central Kolkata

2. Tea Garden Tours: Tour the tea estates of the world.

• Location: Darjeeling

3. Wildlife Safaris: The boat safaris in the mangrove forests.

• Location: Sundarbans

4. Toy Train Ride: Picturesque Himalayan train ride.

• Location: Darjeeling

5. River Cruises: Hooghly River Sunset Cruises.

• Location: Kolkata

6. Beach Relaxation: Have relaxing beaches and seafood.

• Location: Digha, Mandarmani

7. Cultural Performances: Baul music and dance performances.

• Location: Shantiniketan

8. Food Tours: Savor Bengali food.

• Location: Kolkata

9. Shopping Tours: Handicraft and textile visit.

• Location: Local markets

What’s New in West Bengal

1. Eco-Tourism Lodges: New nature lodges are in the vicinity of forests.

• Location: Dooars – Open now

2. Kolkata Riverfront Project: Contemporary promenade.

• Location: Hooghly River -Ongoing.

3. Luxury Tea Resorts: Luxury accommodation in tea fields.

• Location: Darjeeling -Open now.

4. Sundarbans Tourism Circuit: Better safari facilities.

• Location: Sundarbans Current.

5. Mandarmani Beachfront Hotels: New beachfront hotels.

• Location: Mandarmani 0 and open.

Adventure Activities in West Bengal

1. Hiking: Sandakphu and Darjeeling.

• Best Time: October–April

2. River Rafting Rafting Teesta River.

• Best Time: March–May

3. Jungle Safari: Sundarbans Boat safaris.

• Best Time: November–March

4. Mountain Biking: Mountain trails in Kalimpong.

• Best Time: October–March

5. Rock Climbing: Natural rocks.

• Best Time: Winter months

6. Camping: Hill and forest camps.

• Best Time: October–February

7. Bird Watching: Wetlands and forests.

• Best Time: November–February

Top Restaurants in West Bengal.

Top Restaurants

1. 6 Ballygunge Place - Traditional Bengali food-Kolkata-Must-have Kosha Mangsho.

2. Oh! Calcutta – Traditional tastes – Kolkata - Fish Curry -Drink this.

3. Keventers – Continental cafe -Darjeeling- Must-have breakfast platters.

4. Arsalan Mughlai food Kolkata Must-try Biryani.

5. Sonar Tori Riverfront dining, Kolkata Must-try Bengali thali.

Street Food to Try

• Puchka Spicy local pani puri.

• Kathi Roll Stuffed flatbread roll.

• Jhal Muri – Spiced puffed rice

• Telebhaja – Fried snacks

• Mishti Doi – Sweet yogurt

Shopping in West Bengal

Best Shopping Areas

1. New Market Kolkata, Sarees, sweets, souvenirs.

2. Gariahat Kolkata Handlooms, jewelry, clothes.

3. Dakshinapan Kolkata Handicrafts, art, decor.

4. Chowrasta Darjeeling Tea, woolens, souvenirs.

5. Shantiniketan Market Leather goods, art Birbhum.

6. Digha Markets – Seashore products, shells, crafts.

Shopping Tips

• Cash and UPI widely accepted

• Haggle daintily in the local markets.

• Shops open 10 AM–8 PM

• No tax-free domestic travel shopping.

• Purchase GI-tag goods to be genuine.

What is the Cost of a Trip to West Bengal?

Package Price Ranges

• Budget: 12,000-30,000 (no frills hotels, transport sharing)

• Mid-range: 35,000 to 75,000 (3-4 star hotels, personal car)

• Luxury: 90,000 and above (premium stays, personalized services)

Cost Breakdown

• Flights: ₹5,000–₹20,000

• Hotels: ₹1,500–₹12,000 per night

• Food: ₹800–₹2,000 per day

• Transport: ₹500–₹2,000 per day

• Activities: ₹1,000–₹6,000 per day

Money-Saving Tips

• Shoulder season travel.

• Book packages early

• Prefer train movement.

• Opt for group tours

• Eat at local eateries

• Enhance combo sightseeing tickets.

The mistakes to avoid when traveling in West Bengal

1. Sightseeing Hills in the season of monsoon- Landslides can occur.

2. Negligence of weather conditions - Never forget about forecasts.

3. Missing prior reservations- Hotels book quickly during the season.

4. Undervaluation of travel time Roads may be slow.

5. Failing to carry cash- Remote locations do not have ATMs.

6. Lacking permits- Sundarbans must have.

7. Excessive packing- Weather changes fast.

8. Neglecting local traditions: Respect traditions.

9. Change of pace- Itineraries are great.

10. Lacking food safety: Find clean restaurants.