Luxury Heritage and River Experiences in Bāli

Begin your journey along the historic banks of the Hooghly River with market visits, heritage sight-seeing, and private boat rides.

1. 08:00|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Flurys Ballygunge

   08:00 – 09:15

   Enjoy a traditional European-style breakfast with fresh pastries and tea.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Serampore Market

   09:30 – 11:00

   Browse fine silks, local textiles, and artisanal crafts in the historic market district.

3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   11:15 – 12:30

   Take a private morning cruise along the river to view historic riverfront architecture.

4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at 6 Ballygunge Place

   12:45 – 14:00

   Savour authentic Bengali delicacies in a restored colonial mansion.

5. 14:15|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

   14:15 – 16:00

   Explore the courtyards and grand architecture of this 300-year-old heritage palace.

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6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Serampore Market

   16:15 – 17:30

   Visit boutique stalls for brassware and regional souvenirs.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   17:45 – 19:15

   Enjoy a sunset boat journey with tea service on board.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Baan Thai

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on fine Thai cuisine in an elegant setting.

Spend the day exploring colonial trade history, river navigation, and local artisan markets.

1. 08:00|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at The Daily Cafe

   08:00 – 09:15

   Start the day with gourmet coffee, sourdough toasts, and fresh juices.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

   09:30 – 11:00

   Walk through the estate gardens and private museum collection.

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3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Serampore Market

   11:15 – 12:30

   Shop for handloom sarees and custom textiles.

4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Aaheli

   12:45 – 14:00

   Taste upscale traditional thalis served on silver platterware.

5. 14:15|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   14:15 – 16:00

   Cruising past historic temples and old ghats along the riverbanks.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

   16:15 – 17:30

   Attend a guided heritage walkthrough focusing on regional history.

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7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   17:45 – 19:15

   Relax on an evening water excursion with live classical music.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Peshawri

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy North-West Frontier cuisine featuring roasted kebabs and dal bukhara.

Discover architectural traditions and scenic views along the Hooghly corridor.

1. 08:00|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Paris Cafe

   08:00 – 09:15

   Sample French crêpes, omelettes, and artisan hot chocolate.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   09:30 – 11:00

   Embark on an early river trip to observe morning riverfront activity.

3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

   11:15 – 12:30

   Photograph the neo-classical facade and central courtyard.

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4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Kewpie's Kitchen

   12:45 – 14:00

   Enjoy home-style family recipes served on traditional banana leaves.

5. 14:15|16:00
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Serampore Market

   14:15 – 16:00

   Explore specialized spice and handicraft stalls.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   16:15 – 17:30

   Take a calm boat trip along quiet stretches of the riverbank.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

   17:45 – 19:15

   Experience twilight lighting across the historical Rajbari pavilions.

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8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Dum Pukht

   19:30 – 21:00

   Indulge in slow-cooked Awadhi royal biryani and succulent kebabs.

Immerse in local textile craftsmanship and afternoon river excursions.

1. 08:00|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at The French Loaf

   08:00 – 09:15

   Order freshly baked croissants, quiches, and coffee.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Serampore Market

   09:30 – 11:00

   Find rare handwoven fabrics and custom leather goods.

3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   11:15 – 12:30

   Sail under historic bridges along the river fairway.

4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Oh! Calcutta

   12:45 – 14:00

   Dine on mustard fish curries and smoked prawns.

5. 14:15|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

   14:15 – 16:00

   Explore the vintage library and private antique displays.

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6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Serampore Market

   16:15 – 17:30

   Select traditional sweets and terracotta items to take home.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   17:45 – 19:15

   Enjoy a late afternoon river cruise with light refreshments.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Zen

   19:30 – 21:00

   Savour contemporary Japanese sushi and Pan-Asian specialties.

Deepen your understanding of regional royal history and artisan markets.

1. 08:00|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Ekante

   08:00 – 09:15

   Dine overlooking scenic water views with local breakfast offerings.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

   09:30 – 11:00

   Tour the quiet private verandahs and historic temple shrine.

   • entryFree
3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   11:15 – 12:30

   Navigate mid-river currents while observing coastal birdlife.

4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Kasturi Restaurant

   12:45 – 14:00

   Sample Dhakai-style Bengali dishes and signature fish specialities.

5. 14:15|16:00
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Serampore Market

   14:15 – 16:00

   Browse vintage jewelry shops and local craft stalls.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

   16:15 – 17:30

   Revisit the estate for a photography session around the heritage ponds.

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7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   17:45 – 19:15

   Take an early evening boat trip with views of lit riverfront buildings.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Pan Asian

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy Chinese, Thai, and Vietnamese delicacies prepared by master chefs.

Combine daytime market shopping with peaceful water rides along the Hooghly.

1. 08:00|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Roastery Coffee House

   08:00 – 09:15

   Enjoy specialty pour-over coffee and fresh breakfast bowls.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   09:30 – 11:00

   Cruise past former Danish and European trading posts.

3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Serampore Market

   11:15 – 12:30

   Pick up handcrafted wooden items and traditional pottery.

4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Bhojohori Manna

   12:45 – 14:00

   Taste traditional Bengali fish curries and rice dishes.

5. 14:15|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

   14:15 – 16:00

   Enjoy an afternoon walk through the preserved architectural corridors.

   • entryFree
6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Serampore Market

   16:15 – 17:30

   Final chance to buy specialty textiles and local gift items.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   17:45 – 19:15

   Watch the sunset from the comfortable deck of your private vessel.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Vintage Asia

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on elevated Chinese and South-East Asian regional cuisine.

Conclude your journey with a final day of shopping, palace touring, and river cruising.

1. 08:00|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Craft Coffee Experience Centre

   08:00 – 09:15

   Savor single-origin coffee and artisanal breakfast platters.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Serampore Market

   09:30 – 11:00

   Complete last-minute purchases of fine textiles and local art.

3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

   11:15 – 12:30

   Take a final morning stroll through the palace grounds and hall rooms.

   • entryFree
4. 12:45|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Sonargaon

   12:45 – 14:00

   Enjoy a farewell meal of fine Indian regional specialties in a luxury venue.

5. 14:15|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   14:15 – 16:00

   Enjoy a leisurely afternoon cruise past riverfront landmarks.

6. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

   16:15 – 17:30

   Say goodbye to the Rajbari with late afternoon tea on the estate grounds.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

   17:45 – 19:15

   Final evening river ride offering panoramic views of the water.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at The Bridge

   19:30 – 21:00

   Celebrate the end of your trip with a global buffet overlooking the river.