- Howrah Bridge - Howrah station and Howrah bridge are a “real life spectacle” not to be missed by any visitor to Calcutta. And what better way to experience this spectacle it than by ferry and foot, joining the throng of daily commuters, vacationing families, railway porters, tea vendors, fruit sellers, et al. It doesn’t get more real than this!
- Round-trip hotel transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary two 250ml water bottles per guest
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Included ferry tickets
- All taxes covered
- Gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
- Any service not listed in the inclusions
- US$ 20 extra fee for pick-up from hotels outside the radius of 5 Kms from the city center.
The rail terminus for the east Indian railway is at Howrah. An estimated two million people (yes! you heard right!) pour into/out of Howrah station each day. To get to Calcutta, they walk or drive through the Howrah bridge, or take local ferries. For millions of people, Howrah bridge represents the quintessential image of Calcutta, the first thing they see when they arrive here. The area around Howrah station has grown into a self-contained mini-universe, catering to the needs of a huge floating population.
At the base of the Howrah bridge, on the Calcutta side, is the city’s bustling wholesale flower market. Flowers are an essential part of life in the city, they are bought not just for temple prayers but also for wedding decorations, events and festivals. Each god or goddess has their own favourite flowers and leaves. Walking through the flower market is a colourful, fragrant experience.
- Children below age 10 years are not allowed
- Maximum vehicle size is 6 passengers
- If you have limited mobility, please let us know in advance
- Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time
- Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation
- This activity is subject to cancellation based on inclement weather
- Guided Language tours are available at a supplement
- You must contact Le Passage to India at least 24 hours before your activity date to confirm your reservation and arrange transportation. Use the contact and email details on the voucher/ticket.
- Upon pickup, please present your printed voucher and photo ID in exchange for your activity. Le Passage to India will respond within 24 hours to confirm your pickup time
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
