Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja in Kolkata
Kolkata, India

Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja

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67/100

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Is Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja worth booking?

Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja is a 3-hour experience in Kolkata, India, from $8000 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 23 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
67 / 100
Rating
5/5 (23)
Duration
3 hours
From
$8000 per person

Come experience all the beauty and art there is to India’s Largest Festival Durga Pujo, in an exciting 3 hour walking tour covering the most fascinating and Diverse Temples(Pandals) of Calcutta. Indulge in interpreting t

What you get

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee

About this experience

Come experience all the beauty and art there is to India’s Largest Festival Durga Pujo, in an exciting 3 hour walking tour covering the most fascinating and Diverse Temples(Pandals) of Calcutta. Indulge in interpreting the art and what the artist has to say. A photographers Paradise , Calcutta during Durga Puja offers unbelievable shots of Indian art, religion, rituals, Devotion , decoration and lighting. This Tour is a walk through the most celebrated and famous areas of Old Calcutta that have stood the test of time they are local favorites among thousand of others. This tour is not an Air conditioned bubble with VIP access to tick off a bucket list of temples, but a very honest attempt to portray how locals enjoy the festival through temple visits, food, friends and rituals. Traveling through various local transport modes, talking about mythology, art, history and indulging in great street food, this tour gives you an authentic Durga Pujo experience like a Local.

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee

What you'll see and do

  1. Kolkata (Calcutta)

    *Calcutta's Durga Puja festival has been declared an intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO *During the 5 days of this annual festival the entire city of Calcutta is Decorated as if celebrating one big Indian wedding. *This tour tries to help you indulge in the celebrations like a Local. *Thousands of crowd funded temporary temples showcasing art and artistic theme are built to worship the goddess Durga. * We Visit 4 Iconic temples( pandals ) of old/ North Calcutta each different from the last in terms of art, style, historical and cultural significance. *The Experience of celebrating India’s Biggest festival not like a tourist but like a local *Stories of Mythology and Hinduism *Local Transport modes *a visit to Kumartuli: Village of sculptors where they make the clay idols of the goddess.

    180 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Kolkata

the meeting point is available on google maps as Bagbazar More and you may also input Destination on your uber/Ola app cab ride as "Bagbazar more" to reach the starting point

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

the meeting point is available on google maps as Bagbazar More and you may also input Destination on your uber/Ola app cab ride as "Bagbazar more" to reach the starting point

Options you can book

  • Idol Immersion walk

    Idol Immersion Walk: A local walk to experience the last day of the Durga Pujo Festival

  • Diwali Kali Puja Walk

    Diwali/ Kali Puja : Explore the festival of lights Diwali like a local In Kolkata through our festival special walking tour. Diwali Kali Puja: We meet at a different spot in Calcutta. Please reach out to us for exact location

  • Durga Puja Walk

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Group size
Up to 10 travelers per booking
Operated by
Calcutta Capsule

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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Good to know

Duration
3 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
12+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
8
Verdict
Solid Choice

Why this scores 67

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)96
Review evidence (18% weight)54
Booking momentum (14% weight)45
Value for money (12% weight)0
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)59
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kolkata.

How much does Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja cost?

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Prices start at $8000 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kolkata usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja take?

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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kolkata is not rushed.

Is Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 23 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kolkata, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 12. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja?

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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kolkata can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kolkata and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Festivals of Calcutta walking Tour : Durga Puja/ Diwali Kali Puja start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kolkata within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Kolkata?

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On Outty we rank every Kolkata experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi By Car -All inclusive, Bengali Nights Kolkata Food Tour with 13+ Tastings, Cultural Confluence of Kolkata - Culture Kaleidoscope Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Kolkata?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Kolkata?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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