The Goddess Beckons Tour
If you have been amazed at the amazingly beautiful idols you see during the Bengali festivals like Durga Puja and Kali Puja and always wanted to get behind the scenes then you will love this tour. This tour takes you to the traditional potters’ quarter in the north of the city where these potters were forced to move when the British East India Company decided to build the new settlement and separate districts were allotted to the Company’s workmen. With the Pujas becoming grander every year these potters have moved from dubious existence to a sought after profession. Not only does this neighbourhood supply gods and goddess to the city but many of their creations are exported. It has been termed as one of the seven wonders of Calcutta and thus being in the city you surely cannot give it a miss.
Book this tour to discover nuances of this amazing art and document it with amazing photographs!
Recommended start times:
All year : 8.00 a.m.
Can however be scheduled throughout the day till about 5.00 p.m. This tour is available throughout the year, however there are some periods of low activity.
Duration of tour:
Approximately 3 hours.
Meeting point:
Kumortuli Ghat. See map below.
Tariff:
Shared tour: INR 2,000 (adults) & INR 1,200 (children below 12 years)
Pickup and drop off (within city limits): INR 1,000 extra per person
Private tour: INR 4,000 (adults) & INR 2,400 (children below 12 years)
Pickup and drop off (within city limits): INR 1,000 extra per person
Minimum pax requirement: 2 adults
Cancellation policy: Full refund 1 week prior. No refund if less notice is given.
Note: A shared tour is one which may have more people from other groups joining in while a private tour will be limited to your own group.
Shared tours could have up to 10 plus people. If you want to experience the tour at your own pace or are looking to photograph exclusively then we recommend a private tour. A private tour is subject to availability.
Inclusions:
Water, some local snacks and all entries.
Itinerary:
We will be spending most of our time in the artisans’ neighbourhood and the river ghat and seeing the artisans create the world famous idols.
Special Instructions:
Wear comfortable, covered footwear since the neighbourhood could be dirty and slushy. Only carry equipment which you are sure to take care of.
If you are interested in this tour please use the form to contact us. Alternatively, you could also email us or use the contact us page.
Please let us know the total number of people interested in the tour, the preferable dates (give us options so we can best accommodate you), whether you require pick up and where you are staying here in Calcutta.
We shall share booking details and payment options once the tour is confirmed.