Walk Through Tales ( Heritage Tour )
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $32 / person
- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Languages
- HI, EN, BN, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Trip Designer
- Meeting point
- In front of Shaheed Minar (Ochterlony Monument ) you meet with our guide
Description
Walk through the 18th - 19th Century Tales of Calcutta. Kolkata, the city of Tales, formerly Calcutta, was the capital of British India for more than a century and half and carries the old colonial legacies in many grandeurs remains at the heart of the city. Thus, once it was referred as ‘city of palaces. The English and Scot settlers called it as the ‘London of Orient’. It was “the jewel of the East” in its heyday. The tour will take you back to that heyday through allies and gullies of the stories of those remains.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 7:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 18–60)
- $32
- Senior (ages 61–85)
- $27
- Youth (ages 12–17)
- $23
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
A monument constructed in memory of an important White Mughal. Stop by to know the history of the monument.
The Calcutta high Court is one of the three High Courts in India established at the Presidency Towns by Letters patent granted by Her Majesty Queen Victoria, bearing date June 26, 1862, and is the oldest High Court in India. Stop by to know the history of the Calcutta High Court.
The oldest Office of legal practitioners. Stop by to know the history of Temple Chamber
The gigantic and colossal Victorian structure m made for British Imperial exchequer in India
Town Hall
The earliest center of Socialization for European and Indian elites of the city Stop by to know the history of the famous Town Hall.
Raj Bhavan
The first Official residence of the British Governor General and Viceroy Stop by to know the history of the monument ( Governor's House ).
An incredible collection from the postal service of India in an unique Victorian building
St. John's Church
The first Anglican Cathedral of the city bearing remains of many untold stories of 18th and 19th century of Calcutta
One of the Old telegraph office of India inside a Edwardian structure Stop by to know the history of the place.
The most debatable tale till date though originated in the pre Raj days
The site where the GPO is now located was actually the site of the first Fort William. An alley beside the post office was the site of the guardhouse that housed the infamous 1756 Black Hole of Calcutta (1756). Refreshment time - 20 minutes
What's included
Included
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
How it compares in Kolkata
- Starting price $32 is 50% below the typical $64 for tours of similar length in Kolkata
Excurgo comparison of 194 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Walk Through Tales ( Heritage Tour ) take?
Walk Through Tales ( Heritage Tour ) lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 11 stops.
How much does Walk Through Tales ( Heritage Tour ) cost?
Prices start at $32 per person for this Kolkata experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Walk Through Tales ( Heritage Tour ) run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 7:00 AM.
Can I cancel Walk Through Tales ( Heritage Tour ) for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is In front of Shaheed Minar (Ochterlony Monument ) you meet with our guide. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Walk Through Tales ( Heritage Tour ) offered in?
The experience is available in HI, EN, BN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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