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Kolkata, India Trip Cost & Itinerary — Tripazai AI

South Asia

Kolkata, India

The closest major international city -- culture, food and easy overland access.

80% Budget Match৳61,1285 days · 61.1% of budget

Estimated Cost Breakdown

Flight Estimate

ESTIMATE৳25,000

Stay (mid)

ESTIMATE৳10,000

Food

ESTIMATE৳9,000

Local Transport

ESTIMATE৳4,000

Activities

ESTIMATE৳7,000

Visa / Entry

ESTIMATE৳1,600

Safety Buffer

ESTIMATE৳4,528

Estimated Total৳61,128

Remaining Budget৳38,872

Figures are planning estimates, not live prices. Verify current fares, rates, and visa rules before booking.

Why This Trip Fits Your Budget

AI Researched

Getting there৳25,000

Flights and cross-border buses are affordable; visa and transport costs are modest for South Asia.

Accommodation৳10,000

Kolkata offers some of the cheapest quality stays in India, from hostels to heritage luxury.

Food৳9,000

Street food and local eateries are extremely cheap; Bengali sweets and rolls are a highlight.

Activities৳7,000

Most sights, museums and temples charge very low entry fees, making sightseeing budget-friendly.

In short: Kolkata is one of the most affordable big-city destinations for Bangladeshi travellers.

Amounts are from Tripazai’s budget engine; the notes are AI-researched context.

Getting There & Around

AI Researched

Getting there: Direct buses and trains (Maitree Express) run from Dhaka and Kolkata is also a short 1-hour flight away.

Typical routing: Direct 1-hour flights Dhaka to Kolkata; buses and Maitree train also available (~1h flying time)

Local transport: Metro, trams, yellow taxis, app cabs (Ola/Uber) and auto-rickshaws make getting around cheap and easy.

Best Areas to Stay

AI Researched

Park Street

Central, walkable, best restaurants and nightlife nearby

Typical rate:: ৳3500-9000/night
Stays:: 3-star hotels, heritage guesthouses, boutique stays
Best for:: Central sightseeing and dining
Getting around:: Metro and taxis at doorstep
Nearby:: Maidan, Victoria Memorial, St Paul's Cathedral
Trade-off:: Can be noisy and pricey

Salt Lake

Planned, quieter, near airport and IT offices

Typical rate:: ৳3000-7500/night
Stays:: 3-star hotels, serviced apartments, guesthouses
Best for:: Quiet comfortable base
Getting around:: Buses and app cabs, metro nearby
Nearby:: Nicco Park, Science City, Salt Lake Stadium
Trade-off:: Far from central sights

Sudder Street

Backpacker hub with cheap eats and guesthouses

Typical rate:

Hotels to Consider

AI Researched

The Oberoi Grand

Luxury

Chowringhee

Iconic colonial-era luxury hotel, superb service and central location

Typical: ৳18000-35000/nightLuxury travellers, couplesOpposite New Market, near Park Street

The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata

Luxury

Dalhousie Square

Heritage property, excellent dining, central business district

Typical: ৳14000-28000/nightBusiness and leisure travellersNear Howrah Bridge and BBD Bagh

Hotel Hindusthan International

Mid-range

AJC Bose Road

Reliable mid-range comfort with pool and central access

Typical: ৳5000-9000/nightFamilies, business travellersNear Park Street and Maidan

The Astor Hotel

Places to Visit

AI Researched

Victoria Memorial

৳500

Maidan

Grand marble monument and museum honouring Queen Victoria

~2h visitIconic architecture and lush gardens

Howrah Bridge

Howrah

Massive cantilever bridge over Hooghly river, no pillars

~1h visitEngineering marvel and bustling views

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

Dakshineswar

Historic riverside temple dedicated to goddess Kali

~2h visitSpiritual atmosphere and riverside setting

Indian Museum

৳500

Park Street

Oldest and largest museum in India with diverse collections

~3h visitRich artifacts and natural history

Kalighat Temple

Kalighat

Ancient Shakti Peeth temple, one of Kolkata's holiest sites

Things to Do

AI Researched

Hooghly River Cruise

2h · Families and couples

৳800

Tram Ride on Heritage Route

1h · Budget travellers and history buffs

৳20

Kumartuli Pottery Workshop

3h · Art enthusiasts and culture seekers

৳1,500

College Street Book Shopping

2h · Book lovers and students

৳500

Evening Aarti at Dakshineswar

1.5h · Spiritual travellers

What to Eat

AI Researched

Macher Jhol

Lunch

Bengali fish curry with light spicy gravy

৳200-400Local Bengali restaurants in Bhowanipore

Kathi Roll

Snack

Paratha wrap with egg, chicken or mutton fillings

৳80-200Paramount in College Street

Rosogolla

Dessert

Spongy cottage cheese balls in sugary syrup

৳20-60K.C. Das in Esplanade

Shorshe Ilish

Dinner

Hilsa fish in pungent mustard gravy, seasonal delicacy

৳300-600Oh! Calcutta in Park Street

Puchka

Snack

Crispy hollow puris filled with tangy water and potatoes

Food Budget

AI Researched

Breakfast৳80–৳200 / person

Lunch৳150–৳400 / person

Dinner৳200–৳600 / person

Snacks / drinks৳30–৳100 / person

Per person / day৳460–৳1,300

Whole trip (2 travellers × 5 days)৳4,600–৳13,000

Calculated by Tripazai from per-meal ranges. The Estimated Cost Breakdown above uses a single planning figure within this band.

Weather & What to Pack

AI Researched

Typical weather: Hot humid summers (Mar-Jun), monsoon (Jun-Sep), pleasant winters (Nov-Feb).

Rain risk: High during monsoon months June to September; occasional showers in October.

Best time to visit: October to February for pleasant weather and Durga Puja festivities.

Pack: Light cottons for summer, umbrella and raincoat for monsoon, light woollens for winter.

Seasonal pattern — not a live forecast. Check a forecast close to travel.

Daily Itinerary

Day 1 — Arrival and easy Park Street evening

৳28,600

Based in Park Street

Morning: Arrive in Kolkata and check in around Park Street, then take a short slow walk to get oriented.
Afternoon: Rest at the hotel and stroll Park Street for a gentle first look at the neighbourhood.
Evening: Take a short Hooghly River Cruise near the Park Street side to see the riverfront at dusk.

Breakfast: Light hotel breakfast near Park Street.
Lunch: Kathi Roll from a Park Street food counter.
Dinner: Chicken Chaap at a Park Street restaurant.

Day 2 — Museums and colonial Park Street

৳6,000

Based in Park Street

Morning: Visit the Indian Museum on Park Street and explore its galleries.
Afternoon: Continue to Victoria Memorial and walk its gardens and galleries.
Evening: Ride the Tram on Heritage Route through central Kolkata and return to Park Street.

Breakfast: Rosogolla and tea at a Park Street sweet shop.

Important Travel Notes

AI Researched

Carry passport and visa copy at all times; police checks are common.
Book Maitree Express or buses well in advance during Durga Puja season.
Use app cabs or prepaid taxis to avoid overcharging by drivers.
Avoid drinking tap water; stick to bottled or filtered water.

Visa / Entry Information

Apply online e-visa or at Indian High Commission; carry passport and photo.

Estimated fee: ৳800 per traveller · ৳1,600 for 2 travellers

Verify current visa rules and fees with Indian High Commission Dhaka.

Entry and visa rules change often. Verify with the relevant embassy / official authority before booking.

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Researched 10 Sept 2026 via DeepSeek. AI-generated planning guidance from model knowledge — not live prices or availability.

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Estimated Cost Breakdown

Flight Estimate

ESTIMATE৳25,000

Stay (mid)

ESTIMATE৳10,000

Food

ESTIMATE৳9,000

Local Transport

ESTIMATE৳4,000

Activities

ESTIMATE৳7,000

Visa / Entry

ESTIMATE৳1,600

Safety Buffer

ESTIMATE৳4,528

Estimated Total৳61,128

Remaining Budget৳38,872

Figures are planning estimates, not live prices. Verify current fares, rates, and visa rules before booking.

Why This Trip Fits Your Budget

AI Researched

Getting there৳25,000

Flights and cross-border buses are affordable; visa and transport costs are modest for South Asia.

Accommodation৳10,000

Kolkata offers some of the cheapest quality stays in India, from hostels to heritage luxury.

Food৳9,000

Street food and local eateries are extremely cheap; Bengali sweets and rolls are a highlight.

Activities৳7,000

Most sights, museums and temples charge very low entry fees, making sightseeing budget-friendly.

In short: Kolkata is one of the most affordable big-city destinations for Bangladeshi travellers.

Amounts are from Tripazai’s budget engine; the notes are AI-researched context.

Getting There & Around

AI Researched

Getting there: Direct buses and trains (Maitree Express) run from Dhaka and Kolkata is also a short 1-hour flight away.

Typical routing: Direct 1-hour flights Dhaka to Kolkata; buses and Maitree train also available (~1h flying time)

Local transport: Metro, trams, yellow taxis, app cabs (Ola/Uber) and auto-rickshaws make getting around cheap and easy.

Best Areas to Stay

AI Researched

Park Street

Central, walkable, best restaurants and nightlife nearby

Typical rate:: ৳3500-9000/night
Stays:: 3-star hotels, heritage guesthouses, boutique stays
Best for:: Central sightseeing and dining
Getting around:: Metro and taxis at doorstep
Nearby:: Maidan, Victoria Memorial, St Paul's Cathedral
Trade-off:: Can be noisy and pricey

Salt Lake

Planned, quieter, near airport and IT offices

Typical rate:: ৳3000-7500/night
Stays:: 3-star hotels, serviced apartments, guesthouses
Best for:: Quiet comfortable base
Getting around:: Buses and app cabs, metro nearby
Nearby:: Nicco Park, Science City, Salt Lake Stadium
Trade-off:: Far from central sights

Sudder Street

Backpacker hub with cheap eats and guesthouses

Typical rate:

Hotels to Consider

AI Researched

The Oberoi Grand

Luxury

Chowringhee

Iconic colonial-era luxury hotel, superb service and central location

Typical: ৳18000-35000/nightLuxury travellers, couplesOpposite New Market, near Park Street

The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata

Luxury

Dalhousie Square

Heritage property, excellent dining, central business district

Typical: ৳14000-28000/nightBusiness and leisure travellersNear Howrah Bridge and BBD Bagh

Hotel Hindusthan International

Mid-range

AJC Bose Road

Reliable mid-range comfort with pool and central access

Typical: ৳5000-9000/nightFamilies, business travellersNear Park Street and Maidan

The Astor Hotel

Places to Visit

AI Researched

Victoria Memorial

৳500

Maidan

Grand marble monument and museum honouring Queen Victoria

~2h visitIconic architecture and lush gardens

Howrah Bridge

Howrah

Massive cantilever bridge over Hooghly river, no pillars

~1h visitEngineering marvel and bustling views

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

Dakshineswar

Historic riverside temple dedicated to goddess Kali

~2h visitSpiritual atmosphere and riverside setting

Indian Museum

৳500

Park Street

Oldest and largest museum in India with diverse collections

~3h visitRich artifacts and natural history

Kalighat Temple

Kalighat

Ancient Shakti Peeth temple, one of Kolkata's holiest sites

Things to Do

AI Researched

Hooghly River Cruise

2h · Families and couples

৳800

Tram Ride on Heritage Route

1h · Budget travellers and history buffs

৳20

Kumartuli Pottery Workshop

3h · Art enthusiasts and culture seekers

৳1,500

College Street Book Shopping

2h · Book lovers and students

৳500

Evening Aarti at Dakshineswar

1.5h · Spiritual travellers

What to Eat

AI Researched

Macher Jhol

Lunch

Bengali fish curry with light spicy gravy

৳200-400Local Bengali restaurants in Bhowanipore

Kathi Roll

Snack

Paratha wrap with egg, chicken or mutton fillings

৳80-200Paramount in College Street

Rosogolla

Dessert

Spongy cottage cheese balls in sugary syrup

৳20-60K.C. Das in Esplanade

Shorshe Ilish

Dinner

Hilsa fish in pungent mustard gravy, seasonal delicacy

৳300-600Oh! Calcutta in Park Street

Puchka

Snack

Crispy hollow puris filled with tangy water and potatoes

Food Budget

AI Researched

Breakfast৳80–৳200 / person

Lunch৳150–৳400 / person

Dinner৳200–৳600 / person

Snacks / drinks৳30–৳100 / person

Per person / day৳460–৳1,300

Whole trip (2 travellers × 5 days)৳4,600–৳13,000

Calculated by Tripazai from per-meal ranges. The Estimated Cost Breakdown above uses a single planning figure within this band.

Weather & What to Pack

AI Researched

Typical weather: Hot humid summers (Mar-Jun), monsoon (Jun-Sep), pleasant winters (Nov-Feb).

Rain risk: High during monsoon months June to September; occasional showers in October.

Best time to visit: October to February for pleasant weather and Durga Puja festivities.

Pack: Light cottons for summer, umbrella and raincoat for monsoon, light woollens for winter.

Seasonal pattern — not a live forecast. Check a forecast close to travel.

Daily Itinerary

Day 1 — Arrival and easy Park Street evening

৳28,600

Based in Park Street

Morning: Arrive in Kolkata and check in around Park Street, then take a short slow walk to get oriented.
Afternoon: Rest at the hotel and stroll Park Street for a gentle first look at the neighbourhood.
Evening: Take a short Hooghly River Cruise near the Park Street side to see the riverfront at dusk.

Breakfast: Light hotel breakfast near Park Street.
Lunch: Kathi Roll from a Park Street food counter.
Dinner: Chicken Chaap at a Park Street restaurant.

Day 2 — Museums and colonial Park Street

৳6,000

Based in Park Street

Morning: Visit the Indian Museum on Park Street and explore its galleries.
Afternoon: Continue to Victoria Memorial and walk its gardens and galleries.
Evening: Ride the Tram on Heritage Route through central Kolkata and return to Park Street.

Breakfast: Rosogolla and tea at a Park Street sweet shop.

Important Travel Notes

AI Researched

Carry passport and visa copy at all times; police checks are common.
Book Maitree Express or buses well in advance during Durga Puja season.
Use app cabs or prepaid taxis to avoid overcharging by drivers.
Avoid drinking tap water; stick to bottled or filtered water.

Visa / Entry Information

Apply online e-visa or at Indian High Commission; carry passport and photo.

Estimated fee: ৳800 per traveller · ৳1,600 for 2 travellers

Verify current visa rules and fees with Indian High Commission Dhaka.

Entry and visa rules change often. Verify with the relevant embassy / official authority before booking.

Prefer an agency to arrange this trip?

Compare real, verified partner agency packages for this destination — with their own confirmed hotels and pricing.

Explore Partner Options

Researched 10 Sept 2026 via DeepSeek. AI-generated planning guidance from model knowledge — not live prices or availability.

Kolkata, India

Estimated Cost Breakdown

Why This Trip Fits Your Budget

Getting There & Around

Best Areas to Stay

Park Street

Salt Lake

Sudder Street

Hotels to Consider

The Oberoi Grand

The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata

Hotel Hindusthan International

The Astor Hotel

Places to Visit

Victoria Memorial

Howrah Bridge

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

Indian Museum

Kalighat Temple

Things to Do

Hooghly River Cruise

Tram Ride on Heritage Route

Kumartuli Pottery Workshop

College Street Book Shopping

Evening Aarti at Dakshineswar

What to Eat

Macher Jhol

Kathi Roll

Rosogolla

Shorshe Ilish

Puchka

Food Budget

Weather & What to Pack

Daily Itinerary

Day 1 — Arrival and easy Park Street evening

Day 2 — Museums and colonial Park Street

Important Travel Notes

Visa / Entry Information

Estimated Cost Breakdown

Why This Trip Fits Your Budget

Getting There & Around

Best Areas to Stay

Park Street

Salt Lake

Sudder Street

Hotels to Consider

The Oberoi Grand

The Lalit Great Eastern Kolkata

Hotel Hindusthan International

The Astor Hotel

Places to Visit

Victoria Memorial

Howrah Bridge

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

Indian Museum

Kalighat Temple

Things to Do

Hooghly River Cruise

Tram Ride on Heritage Route

Kumartuli Pottery Workshop

College Street Book Shopping

Evening Aarti at Dakshineswar

What to Eat

Macher Jhol

Kathi Roll

Rosogolla

Shorshe Ilish

Puchka

Food Budget

Weather & What to Pack

Daily Itinerary

Day 1 — Arrival and easy Park Street evening

Day 2 — Museums and colonial Park Street

Important Travel Notes

Visa / Entry Information

Hotel Galaxy

Science City

Chicken Chaap

Where to Eat

Park Street