6 days in Kolkata (Calcutta) 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.

Get outdoors at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Rabindra Sarovar. Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Sri Sri Iswar Madan Mohan Jew will appeal to history buffs. Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Park Street, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kalighat Kali Temple, enjoy some diversion at Tollygunge Club, and engage your brain at Science City.

To find photos, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Kolkata (Calcutta) vacation planner.

If you are flying in from Thailand, the closest major airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport. In December, daily temperatures in Kolkata (Calcutta) can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) so you can travel back home.