I thoroughly enjoyed this trip. My guide was excellent; friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining 😃. I thought I had a reasonable grasp of European history in India but I learnt a lot, without feeling I was on an education tour. All in all a fascinating and enjoyable day 👍
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Samj68p
February 5, 2026
Fantastic experience
The slice of Europe was a revelation. We had a lovely time exploring the former colonial centres of Serampore, Bandel and Chandannagar. We saw amazing buildings and our guide helped us appreciate the legacy of French, Danish and Portuguese in Bengal. Ab outstanding experience.
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N6019QPcharlesd
December 16, 2025
Great experience
Explore beyond the city on this private, full-day tour from Kolkata, and gain an understanding of West Bengal’s colonial past. Travel to Chandannagar, Bandel, and Serampore—towns once shaped by the French, Portuguese, and Danish. Wander through the French-built the Dupleix Palace (Chandannagar Dupleix Museum), admire the riverside Patal Bari mansion, and stroll past The Strand’s colonial architecture. Visit Bandel’s historic basilica and church, then explore Serampore’s grand Rajbari, 19th-century college, and the restored Denmark Tavern. It's an immersive way to go beyond the guidebooks and gain insights into Nawabi heritage and European colonial legacy.
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sayakok2025
November 19, 2025
Interesting Tour of European Heritage
I enjoyed the tour. If you are interested in the history of India and Bengal, you can really appreciate it. I was especially interested in "the Danish Tavern." It is also a good opportunity to visit places outside Kolkata and enjoy local food and sweets.
The guide has extensive knowledge of Bengal's history and culture. The driver was excellent.
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TaylorB744
August 12, 2025
Where the nerds at?
This is not a day trip for everyone. It is truly to the crumbling ruins of a forgotten colonial past. But if you’re the kind of person that nerds out on that stuff, this trip was awesome!
Anirban was a great and knowledgeable host, eating lunch with him over his explanation of Bengali culture was a particular highlight.
I was extremely glad I took the tour, 5/5 would recommend.
事業者からの返答
I am glad you enjoyed the Slice of Europe with Anirban. I agree about the nerds! Thanks for taking the time to review this tour. It was our pleasure hosting you.
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Taylor_B
August 12, 2025
For the nerds out there.
It’s amazing, but it’s for a very specific clientele. If you’re ready to nerd out on the European history of the Hooghly, this tour is absolutely for you. If not, hard pass, you’ll be bored out of you mind.
Anirban is an excellent guide, and O really enjoyed his insight on Bengali culture over the included lunch, which was delicious and perfectly spicy.
事業者からの返答
I am glad you enjoyed the Slice of Europe. Thanks for taking the time to review this tour. It was our pleasure hosting you.
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Ami2265
December 30, 2024
Boring and unexciting
The guide and driver were very nice and professional. However, there is hardly anything to see. The trip was boring and unexciting. The roads were dirty and congested with no real sight to see. However, that was no fault of the driver or the guide
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Fatima_B
November 22, 2024
Visit places not in most commonly tours lists
An opportunity to see how other countries influenced India. Very interesting and educational. My guide and driver were amazing. Getting to meet Dr Mukharjee at Serampore College was a one in life time experience
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Roving04215908140
October 20, 2024
Colonial history of Bengal
The slice of Europe is a fascinating tour of colonial Bengal. Our guide Anirban was wonderful and helped us understand the impact of the various European powers on Bengal. There were fascinating monuments designed in European style and we also had a lovely local Bengali lunch. Highly recommened.
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Paulina_F
September 30, 2024
Very interesting tour of colonial history!!
Excellent tour if you want to know more about the colonial history of this part of the country. Anirban was amazing!!! He was very knowledgeable and kind, and he made sure we all had a great time. I definitely recommend taking this tour! Also, not to miss the food recommendations from Anirban. Good way to approach Bengali food!
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