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  • Abundant wildlife

    India's central parks are home to a vast range of species - on any game drive you might see spotted and barking deer, sloth bears, Indian gazelle, numerous bird species and of course the majestic tiger. But India can boast a lot more than this - visitors to the Chambal Sanctuary might spot the rare Gangetic dolphin and the elusive Asiatic lion can be found at Sasan Gir.

    Abundant wildlife

  • Colours

    Whether it's the bright saris and traditional jewellery worn by Indian women, the colourful mounds of spices adorning market stalls, or the soft, pastel pink of a sunset over Agra, every way you turn in India you are confronted by vivid and beautiful colours.

    Colours

  • Delicious food

    As Brits we are famously fond of a curry, but anyone who has been to India will tell you that traditional Indian food is in many ways very different. The subtle and expertly blended herbs and spices create an incredibly tasty meal and the variation of flavours and ingredients between each region is remarkable.

    Delicious food

  • Diverse landscapes

    India has perhaps the greatest diversity of landscape of any country; from the mighty Himalaya range to arid lunar landscapes in Ladakh, forested foothills, tea and spice plantations, deserts, mangrove forests, vast plains, tropical backwaters and remote islands. You won't have to travel far to feel like you are in a completely different world.

    Diverse landscapes

  • Forts and palaces

    From the Mughal forts of Jodhpur and Gwalior to the palaces of Jaipur and Udaipur, there are majestic buildings in every major city. There are also numerous smaller forts and palaces which have been carefully restored, providing an excellent place to stay and experience regal Indian life as it once was.

    Forts and palaces

  • Religious buildings

    India is the meeting place of several different world religions. We can suggest the most important places to visit to enjoy the beauty of ancient Buddhist sculptures or marvel at Hindu temples adorned with the pantheon of colourful gods. Our guides will point out the intricacies of mosque design or explain the meaning of a ceremony in a Sikh gurdwara.

    Religious buildings

  • Train journeys

    Any trip to India should include at least one journey by train. Rail travellers will experience a glimpse of a bygone era, and an overnight journey offers the excitement of waking in your private car to a new and vibrant landscape beyond the window.

    Train journeys

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Excursions in India: Calcutta Walking Tour

Calcutta Walks is a company run by three young men who love Calcutta and are keen to introduce others to the heart of the city that the tourist doesn't usually see.

Religious sculptures on Potters Lane, Calcutta
Victoria Memorial, CalcuttaFlower Market, CalcuttaReligious sculptures on Potters Lane, CalcuttaPotters Lane, CalcuttaFlower MarketFish market, CalcuttaStatue of a goddess ready for painting, Potters Colony, CalcuttaFish market, Calcutta, India

Calcutta Walking Tour

Calcutta, India
  • Culture & History
  • Food & Wine
  • Walking & Biking

Calcutta Walks is a company run by three young men who love Calcutta and are keen to introduce others to the heart of the city that the tourist doesn't usually see.

They run a number of different walks each exploring a different area; the beauty of these walks is that there is no fixed route or length so if something catches your eye, your guide will be more than happy to explore with you.

Your guide will meet you at your hotel for your walk; times are arranged locally, there is no fixed departure time. Early morning is a great time to get out and explore Calcutta on foot because the traffic is light so you can walk around without too many vehicles whizzing past you, though it is possible to do the walks at other times of day too.

There are plenty of chances to savour some typically Bengali morsels along the way on all walks; food is just as important as the history and culture in this city!

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