Duration3 Days 2 Nights
LocationBabughat, Kolkata to Gangasagar
Group sizeUp to 26 people
LanguagesBengali, English, Hindi
Overview
A Kolkata-to-Gangasagar pilgrimage package for Makar Sankranti combining a planned river journey from Babughat with road transfers, local assistance, Gangasagar sightseeing and optional accommodation. A mostly local team with 15+ years of experience of the island, ferry routes and Mela conditions. Suits families, groups and older travellers.
Tour highlights
- Babughat departure option
- Cruise or private vessel, as confirmed
- Private AC car transfer
- Gangasagar Sangam visit
- Makar Sankranti Punya Snan assistance
- Kapil Muni Temple darshan
- Local guide and Gangasagar transport
- Pure vegetarian food options
Itinerary
Day 1: Babughat to Gangasagar
Board the river journey, continue by private vehicle after reaching Sagar Island, check in, visit Mela areas as conditions allow.
Day 2: Sangam, Punya Snan & Kapil Muni Temple
Holy bath if the date allows, then Kapil Muni Temple, Gangasagar Beach and selected Mela areas.
Day 3: Gangasagar to Kolkata
After breakfast and any remaining darshan, return to Kolkata with drop at hotel, airport or station.
Included
- Babughat departure assistance
- Cruise or private vessel service, as selected
- Private AC vehicle
- Ferry-point and island transfers
- Gangasagar local sightseeing
- Accommodation and meals per selected package
- Local guide / tour coordinator
- Driver allowance, toll and parking
Not included
- Train or flight tickets
- Special puja, Havan or Pandit charges
- Personal and shopping expenses
- Porter charges
- Medical expenses and travel insurance
- Private charter ferry unless specifically included
- Room upgrades
Good to know
Cruise route, timing and vessel depend on tide, weather, river conditions, security and official permissions; the final schedule is confirmed before departure.