- Duration
- 1 day
- Group size
- Private or small group options available
Overview
The host of this evening is an art curator and raconteur. He shares stories about his life and travels, art, and Kolkata's heritage, including polo matches at Christmas and dinner dances in the 1960s.
Dinner is a lavish Bengali spread: luchis, aloo dum, mustard fish, kosha mangsho, fresh chutney and more.
The route
Day by day, at a glance
Day 1 · Kolkata
A Bengali Feast with a Storyteller
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 1 · Kolkata
A Bengali Feast with a Storyteller
Join your host for an evening of stories followed by a traditional Bengali dinner.
How it works
Made to order
- Every Tourcan trip is built by a specialist, not a template — the route, hotels, and pace are tuned to how you want to travel.
- Dates are flexible. There are no fixed departures; we plan around your calendar.
- Quotes and bookings happen by phone and email with your specialist — no automated checkout, just a real conversation.
What's included
Inclusions and exclusions
Included
- Hosted dinner
Not included
- International flights
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the price of any Tourcan itinerary. We strongly recommend comprehensive coverage for trip cancellation, trip interruption, medical expenses, and baggage.
Photos
From the road
Your specialists
Plan this trip with Dinesh, Mukesh, and Crista
Dinesh Sapra
Senior Travel Consultant
Senior Travel Consultant specializing in Europe, Asia and the South Pacific.
Mukesh Sharma
Senior Travel Consultant
Senior Travel Consultant specializing in Asia and the South Pacific.
Crista Bongais
Tours Coordinator - Asia
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