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Luxury Heritage and River Exploration along the Hooghly

A five-day itinerary exploring the heritage, riverbanks, and markets of the Hooghly region in West Bengal, designed for travellers seeking a structured blend of sightseeing, shopping, and scenic boat trips.

  • 10Food stops
  • 9On the water
  • 9Markets & shops
  • 8Heritage
  • 4Stays
  • couples
  • families
  • solo
  • culture
  • river cruise
  • shopping

Day by day

Day 1

Introduction to the Hooghly Riverfront8 Activities

Start the journey with a morning river ride, a heritage site visit, market shopping, and evening views along the water.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Flurys

    08:00 – 09:00

    Eat a traditional English breakfast with hot tea and fresh pastries.

  2. 09:3010:30
    Outdoor

    Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

    09:30 – 10:30

    Board a private boat to navigate the waters of the Hooghly River and observe the riverbanks.

  3. 11:0012:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

    11:00 – 12:30

    Tour the grounds and architectural features of this restored 18th-century heritage palace.

    • entryFree
  4. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at 6 Ballygunge Place

    12:30 – 13:30

    Dine on authentic Bengali dishes served in a traditional style.

  5. 14:0015:30
    Shopping

    Shopping at Serampore Market

    14:00 – 15:30

    Browse local textiles, handicrafts, and regional produce in the busy market stalls.

  6. 16:0017:30
    Outdoor

    Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

    16:00 – 17:30

    Take an afternoon boat excursion to catch late sun reflections on the water.

  7. 18:0019:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

    18:00 – 19:15

    Return for an evening walk through the illuminated courtyard of the palace.

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  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Oh! Calcutta

    19:30 – 21:00

    Sample refined Bengali cuisine including seafood specialties.

Day 2

Markets and Architectural Heritage8 Activities

Spend day two alternating between Serampore market shopping, river cruises, and historical palace tours.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Terretti Morning Market

    08:00 – 09:00

    Try early morning street food offerings including dumplings and savory soups.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Shopping

    Shopping at Serampore Market

    09:30 – 11:00

    Explore morning market vendors selling traditional handloom items and spices.

  3. 11:1512:30
    Outdoor

    Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

    11:15 – 12:30

    Enjoy a mid-day boat cruise along the banks of the Hooghly.

  4. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at Kasturi Restaurant

    12:30 – 13:30

    Eat a traditional Dhakai Bengali meal featuring mustard fish and rice.

  5. 14:0015:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

    14:00 – 15:30

    Examine architectural details and historic artifacts inside the rajbari.

    • entryFree
  6. 16:0017:30
    Shopping

    Shopping at Serampore Market

    16:00 – 17:30

    Browse afternoon artisan displays and local brassware in the market.

  7. 18:0019:15
    Outdoor

    Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

    18:00 – 19:15

    Watch the sunset from the water during an early evening boat trip.

  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Arsalan Restaurant

    19:30 – 21:00

    Enjoy traditional Kolkata biryani and Mughlai dishes.

Day 3

Cultural Immersion and River Views8 Activities

A full day focused on touring historic estates, river boating, and market artisan stalls.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Indian Coffee House

    08:00 – 09:00

    Have coffee and simple snacks in a classic heritage dining setting.

  2. 09:3010:45
    Sightseeing

    Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

    09:30 – 10:45

    Walk through the restored temple structures and inner quarters of the estate.

    • entryFree
  3. 11:0012:15
    Outdoor

    Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

    11:00 – 12:15

    Travel by boat past local ghats and historic river structures.

  4. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at Bhojohori Manna

    12:30 – 13:30

    Savor classic regional home-style thalis and fish curry.

  5. 14:0015:30
    Shopping

    Shopping at Serampore Market

    14:00 – 15:30

    Shop for regional sweets, terracotta items, and fabric garments.

  6. 16:0017:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

    16:00 – 17:15

    Explore the expansive lawns and surrounding village path near the rajbari.

    • entryFree
  7. 17:3019:00
    Outdoor

    Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

    17:30 – 19:00

    Take a calm late afternoon ride along the river bend.

  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Peter Cat

    19:30 – 21:00

    Order the classic Cheelo Kebab in a vintage dining atmosphere.

Day 4

Riverway Navigation and Craft Markets8 Activities

Spend day four on the water and searching for local handicrafts in Serampore.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Cafe Ekante

    08:00 – 09:00

    Enjoy breakfast overlooking peaceful lake and garden surroundings.

  2. 09:3010:45
    Outdoor

    Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

    09:30 – 10:45

    Start the day with a river cruise to observe morning life along the banks.

  3. 11:0012:30
    Shopping

    Shopping at Serampore Market

    11:00 – 12:30

    Find authentic silk sarees and hand-woven cotton textiles in market shops.

  4. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at Royal Indian Hotel

    12:30 – 13:30

    Try historic Mughlai dishes like mutton chaap and roomali roti.

  5. 14:0015:30
    Sightseeing

    Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

    14:00 – 15:30

    Learn about the heritage preservation efforts undertaken at this historic site.

    • entryFree
  6. 16:0017:15
    Outdoor

    Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

    16:00 – 17:15

    Enjoy a tranquil late afternoon boat cruise on the water.

  7. 17:3019:00
    Shopping

    Shopping at Serampore Market

    17:30 – 19:00

    Pick up souvenirs and locally produced spices before evening.

  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Mocambo

    19:30 – 21:00

    Dine on continental fare and grilled dishes in a classic institution.

Day 5

Grand Heritage Finale8 Activities

Conclude the five-day journey with final visits to Bawali Rajbari, Serampore Market, and Hooghly boating.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at The Daily Cafe

    08:00 – 09:00

    Eat freshly baked breads, gourmet coffee, and seasonal fruit.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Sightseeing

    Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

    09:30 – 11:00

    Take a final morning walk through the grand corridors and gardens of the palace.

    • entryFree
  3. 11:1512:30
    Shopping

    Shopping at Serampore Market

    11:15 – 12:30

    Do final gift shopping for traditional crafts and regional foods.

  4. 12:3013:30
    Food

    Lunch at Kewpie's Kitchen

    12:30 – 13:30

    Enjoy traditional family-recipe Bengali thalis served on banana leaves.

  5. 14:0015:30
    Outdoor

    Boat Ride on the Hooghly River

    14:00 – 15:30

    Take a final afternoon boat tour along the scenic stretches of the river.

  6. 16:0017:15
    Sightseeing

    Visit the historic Bawali Rajbari

    16:00 – 17:15

    Spend a final evening relaxing in the historic rajbari setting.

    • entryFree
  7. 17:3019:00
    Shopping

    Shopping at Serampore Market

    17:30 – 19:00

    Browse late afternoon market stalls before completing your stay.

  8. 19:3021:00
    Food

    Dinner at Aminia Restaurant

    19:30 – 21:00

    Finish the trip with classic Awadhi and Bengali style biryani.

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