As part of the walk you will also receive a very helpful map of Kolkata – apparently there a none that are quite like it. Indeed some of the other locals we met confirmed this, and they were quite jealous of our acquisition. The map was subsequently an invaluable resource for navigating the teeming streets […]
Honestly, one of the best three hours of my travelling life. I’ve visited over 80 countries and as you can imagine had plenty of awesome experiences amongst them. This morning will remain as one of the best ever. Thank you Calcutta Walks. I will be recommending you far and wide!
Ben Grozier, Sydney. Read More »
Two days ago we made the Photographer’s Walk with Rahul. It really was great. I am not a photographer, but my girlfriend is. She got great tips from Rahul. And I enjoyed it very much due to the information we got about the history of this neighbourhood. I love to get to know the city
Willeke Van Nieuwenhuijze, Netherlands. Read More »
We went on four tours over two weeks and loved each one. We have a feeling for Calcutta that we could not have gained without a lot of reading, exploring and a few knowledgeable friends. Our ages ranged from 22 to 58 and we were all delighted by our experiences on the walks. On top
Sybille Ecroyd, Dubai. Read More »
I have been to Kolkata four times and every time I do several walks with Calcutta Walks . I have done the Confluence of Cultures 4 times, Dalhousie Square and Kumartuli 3 times each. Why? Because they are amazing and they are different every time depending on the “Explorer” and the time of the year.
John Crawley, Paris. Read More »
We come to Calcutta every year and wanted to experience the city in a new way. We did the private tour, and brought our two children, ages 5 and 7. We could not have been happier with our experience. Seeing any city on foot is the only way to truly understand the surroundings, but it
Bhandaris, Chicago. Read More »
I love to engage directly with a people when I travel, but had been intimidated upon arrival in India by the sounds and crowds. This tour was just the introduction I needed. Seeing the city with Calcutta Walks was like being introduced to a new friend by someone you trust. Safe, special, informative, but also
Fareed Mostoufi, Washington DC. Read More »
Calcutta is notably one of India’s less touristy cities and getting to know the place is not as straightforward as in other mega-cities in India. Calcutta Walks does an excellent job at introducing the city from the perspective of proud citizens – and they do so with a great sense of humour and lively discussion.
Kerrie Proulx, Dhaka, Bangladesh Read More »
One of the best connected cities of the world, Calcutta has a plethora of options to take you from place to place. The International Association of Public Transport ranks this city among the top 40 cities in urban mobility. Trams were introduced in the 1860s. Horse-drawn at first, they were electrified early in the 20th
In Calcutta, do as the Calcuttans do. Read More »
