Authentic Durga Pujo Walking Tour in Kolkata
Experience Kolkata’s biggest cultural festival from an authentic, local perspective. Guided by Soham—a 5th-generation Kolkata local and founder of Calcutta Capsule—this 4-hour immersive walking tour takes you deep into the heart of Old Kolkata away from commercial tourist buses and crowded VIP lines.
Tour Highlights & Inclusions
- 4 Iconic Pandals: Visit 4 distinct temples/pandals in Old and North Kolkata, each unique in art, architectural style, and historical significance.
- Kumartuli Artisan Village: Explore the famous sculptor village to witness artisans hand-crafting the iconic clay idols of Goddess Durga.
- Mythology & Art Interpretations: Learn to interpret the artistic themes, mythological stories, and cultural heritage directly from a 5th-generation local guide.
- Photographer’s Paradise: Capture unbelievable shots of Indian art, religion, rituals, devotion, neighborhood decorations, and festive lighting.
- Local Food: Experience Local street food and a sumptuous Traditonal Bengali Dinner at an iconic place
Tour Details
- Duration: 4 Hours (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
- Price: ₹8,000 INR per adult
- Host: Soham (Founder, Calcutta Capsule)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How is this tour different from commercial Durga Puja bus tours?
A: Unlike commercial bus packages that remain stuck in traffic and view pandals from a distance, our tour is an authentic 4-hour walking experience through Old Kolkata’s heritage lanes. We travel on foot and use local transport to explore neighborhood pandals and artisan quarters like a local.
Q: Is this walking tour suitable for photographers and solo travelers?
A: Yes! This walk offers incredible opportunities for street photography, culture enthusiasts, and solo travelers looking for a deep, safe, and meaningful local experience during Durga Puja.
Q: Who guides the tour?
A: The walk is hosted by Soham, founder of Calcutta Capsule and a 5th-generation Kolkata resident with extensive knowledge of the city’s living history.
Durga Pujo Walk
Experience Calcutta’s Biggest Festival Like a Local
14th -19th October 2026
Learn to maneuver the crowd and make the most of the festivities. Indulge in interpreting the art and what the artist has to say. Discover and experience Durga pujo like a true local and make memories for a lifetime. A photographers Paradise , Calcutta during Durga Puja offers unbelievable shots of Indian art, religion, rituals, Devotion , decoration and lighting. This Tour is a walk through the most celebrated and famous areas of Old Calcutta that have stood the test of time and have been local favorites among thousand of others. This tour is not an Air conditioned bubble with VIP access to tick off a bucket list of temples, but a very honest attempt to portray how locals enjoy the festival through temple visits, food, friends and rituals. Traveling through various local transport modes, talking about mythology, art, history and indulging in great street food, this tour gives you an authentic Durga Pujo experience like a Local.
Hosting this tour will be Soham, the founder of Calcutta Capsule; Calcutta’s Highest rated walking tour company.
Inclusions:
*Visit to 4 Iconic temples( pandals ) of old/ North Calcutta each different from the last in terms of art, style, historical and cultural significance.
*The Experience of celebrating India’s Biggest festival not like a tourist but like a local
*Stories of Mythology and Hinduism
*Kumartuli:Village of sculptors where they make the clay idols of the goddess.
Duration: 4 hours
Price: 8000 INR
Timing: 4-8 pm
Calcutta’s version of the festival of lights Diwali is also a Local festival called Kali Puja. Amidst the rituals and firecrackers is a world of heritage and traditions that people wait for the entire year. The tour dives into such places that enable our guests to make the most of being in Calcutta during Diwali. Be it on the streets, in the markets, secret rooftop or watching an annual lantern festival.
Special tour for 31st October 2024 for Diwali/ Kali Puja :
It will involve
*Pandal hopping
( visiting makeshift temples – 2-3 temples)
*Rituals for the festival
* Overview of the festival with mythological and historical narrative of the festival
*Watching the celebration of the festival in 2 different neighborhoods involving 2 different communities.
* Snacks
- Full Refund till 48 Hours before tour start time.
- Please reach tour starting point on time. Tour party will not wait for anyone after the tour start time. Reaching the start point late may lead to cancellation of ticket.
