Private Day Day Trip To Bishnupur From Kolkata

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Tour Information

Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Hotel pickup Available
  • Free Cancellation
  • Duration: 8 Hrs
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    8:30 AM
  • Departure Details :
    Your hotel in Kolkata
  • Return Details :
    Returns to original departure point
  • Cancellation Policy :
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Enjoy this 8-hour private excursion to Bishnupur, known for its unique terracotta temples. Visit several of the 30 temples dating from 17th and 18th century, which display an exquisite art form and each more beautifully embellished than the other. See the Jogesh Chandra museum to get a taste of music tradition, archaeological findings, and handicrafts which include pottery and weaving. Professional guide, hotel pickup, entrance fees and buffet lunch is included.

Highlights

  • Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
  • Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver
  • Day trip (destination A to B)
  • Informative, friendly and professional guide
  • Know More about this tour

    Upon meeting your guide at your hotel at 8:30am, board your vehicle and embark on a private full-day excursion to Bishnupur. The 100-mile (160-kilometer) scenic drive will take about 4 hours from Kolkata. Upon arrival into Bishnupur, begin with a visit of the most notable temples: Radhamadhab Temple built in 1737 CE by Shiramonidevi, Kalachand Temple built in 1656 CE, Radhagovinda Temple, and Nandalal Temple. In these temples, notice the treasure-trove of terracotta sculptures especially those related to, Krishna, an incarnation of Vishnu and his love Radha which are depicted in most all of the temples.

    After enjoying a buffet lunch, continue the tour to see the performance stage, Rashmancha, built in 1600 CE. Then, visit Jogesh Chandra museum to get a taste of art and archeology. See tools from the Mesolithic and Paleolithic era, terracotta sculptures, and ornaments made of metal. View contemporary art, paintings, and rare photographs as well as a section of the museum dedicated to musical culture which includes instruments and photographs. To end the tour, visit Jor Bangla Temple and the Malla King's fort which lies in partial ruins.

    After the tour, you will be dropped back offto your hotel in Kolkata.

    Inclusions

    Hotel pickup and drop-off

    Bottled water

    Professional art historian guide

    Lunch - Buffet lunch

    Transport by private vehicle

    Exclusions

    Gratuities

    Food and drinks, unless specified

    Additional Info

    Confirmation will be received at time of booking

    A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

    Minimum age is 15 years

    Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

    A maximum of 8 people per booking

    This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund