5 days in Kolkata (Calcutta) & Pattaya Itinerary

Nestled on the banks of the Hooghly River, Kolkata is a booming metropolis, India's second largest city, and the country's cultural hub, known for being the birthplace of major artistic and literary movements.

Kolkata (Calcutta) is known for museums, historic sites, shopping, parks, and childrens museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: examine the collection at Victoria Memorial Hall, make a trip to Dakshineswar Kali Temple, explore the activities along Rabindra Sarovar, and hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Kolkata (Calcutta) road trip app .

If you are flying in from India, the closest major airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport. In June, daily temperatures in Kolkata (Calcutta) can reach 41°C, while at night they dip to 31°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can travel to Pattaya.

Famous for its nightlife and activity-filled seafront, Pattaya remains a major party destination for tourists and expats in Thailand.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Mon): take in nature's colorful creations at Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden and then step off the mainland to explore Koh Lan (Coral Island). On the 25th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: don't miss a visit to The Sanctuary Of Truth (Prasat Sut Ja-Tum), then push the limits with an extreme tour, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Big Buddha, and finally don't miss a visit to Walking Street Pattaya.

To find maps, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Pattaya route website .

Do a combination of flight and bus from Kolkata (Calcutta) to Pattaya in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time (IST) to Indochina Time (ICT) is 1 hour. While traveling from Kolkata (Calcutta), expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Pattaya, ranging from highs of 37°C to lows of 31°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can travel back home.