West Bengal Tour Packages

Explore our West Bengal tour packages that include this state as part of a wider journey across India. Located in eastern India, West Bengal is known for its cultural heritage, river plains, hill regions, and wildlife areas. Journeys across the state connect Kolkata with destinations such as Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Sundarbans National Park, and Digha Beach. The state is shaped by the Ganges delta, Himalayan foothills, and coastal areas that define its travel experience. Visits include colonial architecture, hill towns, mangrove forests, and coastal stretches, offering a mix of culture, nature, and wildlife. West Bengal can be explored through state-focused tours or as part of extended journeys across East India. Tours include stays in selected accommodations, guided visits, and smooth travel between destinations. Book or customize your preferred tour now.
Explore our West Bengal tour packages that include this state as part of a wider journey across India. Located in eastern India, West Bengal is known for its cultural heritage, river plains, hill regions, and wildlife areas. Journeys across the state connect Kolkata with destinations such as Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Sundarbans National Park, and Digha Beach. The state is shaped by the Ganges delta, Himalayan foothills, and coastal areas that define its travel experience. Visits include colonial architecture, hill towns, mangrove forests, and coastal stretches, offering a mix of culture, nature, and wildlife. West Bengal can be explored through state-focused tours or as part of extended journeys across East India. Tours include stays in selected accommodations, guided visits, and smooth travel between destinations. Book or customize your preferred tour now.
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Northeast India and Bhutan Cultural Trail

duration 14 Days
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Starts In: Kolkata , India | Ends In: Paro , Bhutan
Destinations: Kolkata, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Gangtok, +6 More
Starts From USD 3,800

Northeast India with Bhutan and Nepal Tour

duration 17 Days
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Starts In: Kolkata , India | Ends In: Kathmandu , Nepal
Destinations: Bagdogra, Bhaktapur, Boudhanath, Darjeeling, +12 More
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On the Footsteps of Buddha with Northeast Wonders

duration 21 Days
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Starts In: New Delhi , India | Ends In: New Delhi , India
Destinations: Bagdogra, Bodhgaya, Darjeeling, Gangtok, +15 More
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USD 3,500 Save 12%
USD 3,080

Special India Tour from Kolkata to Mumbai

duration 19 Days
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Starts In: Kolkata , India | Ends In: Mumbai , India
Destinations: Agra, Bandhavgarh National Park, Bhubaneswar, Chilika Lake, +9 More
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North East India Tour with Bhutan

duration 12 Days
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Starts In: Bagdogra , India | Ends In: Paro , Bhutan
Destinations: Darjeeling, Gangtok, Kalimpong, Paro, +5 More
Starts From USD 2,500

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Enjoyed a nice Holi festival tour in India

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It has been amazing tour

It has been amazing tour, we got super lucky with two sightings of the snow leop... It has been amazing tour, we got super lucky with two sightings of the snow leopard, next time we will need a bigger lens to take photos but a great trip !! And truly our driver has been amazing super lovely and kind.

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Beautifully organized our first trip to India!

Team Alkof holidays, beautifully organized our first trip to India. Special than... Team Alkof holidays, beautifully organized our first trip to India. Special thanks to Mr. Avinash.

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Austria

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The tour was really outstanding.

The tour was really outstanding. I am very grateful to Mr Kumar from Alkof Holid... The tour was really outstanding. I am very grateful to Mr Kumar from Alkof Holidays, who was super helpful by making my wishes of adaptations of the programm possible and always strove for my wellbeing and comfort. I only can recommend the agency and their employees and will use them again in the future.

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Private Taj Mahal at Sunrise and Agra Day Tour From Delhi

We had a memorable time in Delhi and Agra, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience... We had a memorable time in Delhi and Agra, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience of seeing the city and the countryside as we traveled between the two cities. The sites were amazing, as expected, and our guides were able and helpful in explaining what we were seeing and answering our many questions. They did a great job of ensuring we were able to get great photos as well along the way.

Hermine Schmidt

Austria

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We had a fantastic experience during our Northeast India with Kolkata and Bhutan!

Alkof Holidays was a very good choice for arranging an individual journey throug... Alkof Holidays was a very good choice for arranging an individual journey throughout Darjeeling, Sikkim and Bhutan in November 2025. The planning via e-mail was easy and turned out to be perfect. The whole tour was professionally organized and included all important points of interest as well as our individual preferences. The guides and drivers in Darjeeling/Sikkim as well as in Bhutan were very nice, helpful and competent. Mr. Sanjeev Kumar himself was at all times very polite, kind and accommodating. Thank you! I can highly recommend Alkof Holidays!

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Austria

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First, I want to highlight that ALKOF HOLIDAYS truly deserves more than 5 stars!... First, I want to highlight that ALKOF HOLIDAYS truly deserves more than 5 stars! When my friend Elisabeth and I decided to take this trip, Mr. Sanjeev Kumar contacted us — and that turned out to be the best choice we could have made! He suggested different hotels, recommended excursions, and always ensured we had options that met our expectations and complete satisfaction. He customized the tour according to our wishes in the best possible way. He arranged highly competent, pleasant, friendly, and helpful guides and drivers with excellent cars. They always accepted all our ‘extra wishes,’ such as photo stops or changes in the planned schedule, and were always exactly on time. Mr. Gurvinder Singh gave us a wonderfully informative tour in Kolkata. During our days in Darjeeling, we had Mr. Amid Gurung, who was extremely caring, helpful, and always adjusted the excursions—especially those involving many steps or steep climbs—to my age (79). He supported me with great caution by holding my arm or hand whenever needed. Our driver, Mr. Binai, was the best driver you could imagine, especially considering the road conditions—landslides, rocks, roadwork, heavy traffic—but he handled everything perfectly and calmly! In Bhutan, our guide Mr. Sungay was such a pleasant companion and shared a lot about the country, its people, religion, and lifestyle. Our driver Ellis was also very kind, but Elisabeth somehow did not feel comfortable with his driving (although I did not agree!). So, we changed to Mr. Rimchen, another extremely kind, helpful, charming, pleasant, and excellent driver. We had a wonderful and very interesting trip with extraordinary views of mountains, monasteries, temples, tea estates, forests, rivers, flowers, and beautiful houses. We met unforgettable, kind people — and to top it all, we enjoyed blue skies and warm sunshine every single day! Mr. Sanjeev Kumar was always reachable whenever needed. Even when we returned to Delhi, he accompanied us to an extraordinary fabric factory that my friend wanted to visit. He arranged a car for the visit and organized a bigger vehicle for our return to the airport to accommodate all our luggage. Thanks to ALKOF HOLIDAYS, and especially to Mr. Sanjeev Kumar — who spent so much time and effort arranging our reservations, visas, and all the special extras — we look back on a wonderful trip we will never forget. We will continue to enjoy all the photos we took! We will certainly recommend ALKOF HOLIDAYS to all our friends and family who are interested in tours to Southeast Asia. Once again, my sincere thanks and best regards to Alkof Holidays! Sylvia Veronika Lukas

Steven Zhong

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Thank you for organizing a wonderful trip to Rajasthan.

Driver Suresh did good service. All the tour guides are knowledgeable and speaki... Driver Suresh did good service. All the tour guides are knowledgeable and speaking good English. The Hotel and food are good. Thank you for organizing a wonderful trip to Rajasthan. I will Plan to come again to India next year.

Ellen B

Australia

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It was a great experience visiting Rajasthan, Varanasi, and Nepal.

It was a great experience visiting Rajasthan, Varanasi, and Nepal. My family, an... It was a great experience visiting Rajasthan, Varanasi, and Nepal. My family, and I enjoyed it. Thanks.

Johan

Australia

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Saw a lot of Rhinos in Kaziranga

I had a solo trip to India, and I saw a lot of Rhinos in Kaziranga. It was a suc... I had a solo trip to India, and I saw a lot of Rhinos in Kaziranga. It was a successful trip, thanks to alkof holidays team for arranging everything for me.

West Bengal Travel FAQs

October to March offers the most comfortable weather for West Bengal travel. Winters are mild with temperatures around 15-25°C, perfect for Kolkata sightseeing and Darjeeling hill station visits. The monsoon season from June to September brings heavy rainfall, particularly affecting the Sundarbans and northern districts. December and January are ideal for wildlife spotting in the Sundarbans when tigers are more active.

Yes, West Bengal is generally safe for foreign travelers, known for its hospitality and vibrant culture. For a smoother and more enriching experience, consider booking a guided tour. A guided tour provides local expertise and support, ensuring a memorable and hassle-free trip.

West Bengal packages typically combine Kolkata's colonial architecture and cultural sites with the Darjeeling hill station known for tea gardens and Himalayan views. The Sundarbans mangrove forests offer tiger safaris and boat journeys through tidal waterways. Many tours also cover Kalimpong for mountain landscapes and Shantiniketan, the university town founded by Rabindranath Tagore.
Sundarbans National Park is West Bengal's most significant wildlife destination, famous for royal Bengal tigers that swim between mangrove islands. Safari permits and boat arrangements are required for tiger reserve visits. Neora Valley National Park in the northern districts protects red panda habitat, while Buxa Tiger Reserve near Bhutan offers elephant sightings and diverse bird species.
West Bengal tours can be tailored around specific interests like cultural heritage in Kolkata, tea plantation experiences in Darjeeling, or wildlife photography in the Sundarbans. Packages can emphasize literary sites connected to Rabindranath Tagore, focus on Bengali cuisine and cooking experiences, or combine mountain railways with tiger safaris. The itinerary structure adapts to whether you prefer urban exploration, hill station relaxation, or wilderness adventures.

Yes, you can upgrade to 4 star or 5 star hotels, or select your preferred properties. We will customize your accommodation to match your comfort and travel style. Please contact us to share your preferences.

A comprehensive West Bengal tour requires 8 to 12 days to cover the main regions effectively. This allows 3 days in Kolkata, 3-4 days in Darjeeling and nearby hill stations, and 2-3 days for Sundarbans wildlife experiences. Shorter 5-6 day packages focus on either Kolkata with Darjeeling or Kolkata with Sundarbans, depending on your interests in mountains or mangrove wildlife.
Most West Bengal tours use private vehicles for flexibility between destinations. Kolkata to Darjeeling involves a 7-hour drive through plains and foothills, with some packages including the historic toy train from New Jalpaiguri. Reaching Sundarbans requires road travel to jetty points followed by boat transfers into the mangrove channels. Flights connect Kolkata to Bagdogra for quicker access to northern hill stations.
West Bengal has varied climates across its regions. Kolkata experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters, with monsoon rains from June to September. Darjeeling and hill stations remain cooler year-round, with winter temperatures dropping to 5°C and occasional snowfall. The Sundarbans coastal region stays warm and humid, with cyclone risks during monsoon months affecting boat safari schedules.
Bengali cuisine features fish, rice, and sweets as staples throughout West Bengal. Kolkata offers street food like kathi rolls and phuchka, plus famous sweets including rasgulla and sandesh. Darjeeling provides Tibetan-influenced momos and thukpa alongside traditional Bengali meals. Most tour packages include hotel dining, with opportunities to experience local restaurants and tea garden meals during hill station visits.
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