Tour to Kumartuli in Kolkata

Tour to Kumartuli in Kolkata Overview

If you are in Kolkata , love arts & crafts and want to know how the mesmerising idols of goddess Durga are made then this activity is traditionally designed to satisfy your curiosity.
Kumartuli is a traditional potter's quarter in northern kolkata ,west bengal,india. The city is renowned for its sculpting prowess .It not only manufactures clay idols for various festivals but also regularly exports them even across the world!
Kumartuli, more than 300 years old,has about 150 potters and 550 craft workshops.
Your activities will start from 9 am.
As you will arrive at kumartuli and your guide will meet with you,who will take you through the noisy alleys of the city and assist you in contacting local artisans.
Most of the idols are made with clay straw and bamboo sticks and the decorations are made with colours, clothes and spongewood.The detailed huge statues will surely surprise you.
Take some time to chat with local artisans and learn about their work and inherited skills.This four hours long tour will be a lifetime experience for you.

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Tour to Kumartuli in Kolkata FAQs

What is the best time to visit the kumartuli in Kolkata?

One can visit the kumartuli in Kolkata throughout the year but to get the actual essence of the area one should come here during the time of pre durga puja,from the month of September to early october.

how to reach kolkata

To reach kolkata one can take flight directly from anywhere.Or can take a train to Howrah station,or Sealdah railway station.

Confirmation Policy

Upon booking, the traveller will receive a confirmation voucher via email, within 24 hours.
In the special cases of slots not being available, feasible alternatives will be provided to the customer, in regards to the customer’s preference. In such cases, a new voucher would be sent via email, consisting of the new travel details.

Cancellation Policy

Any cancellation made 20 days prior to the date of departure, would levy a 30% of total tour cost as cancellation charges.
Any cancellation made within 7-20 days prior to the date of departure, would levy a 60% of total tour cost as cancellation charges.
Any cancellation made within 0-7 days prior to the date of departure, would levy a 100% of total tour cost as cancellation charges.
Due to any restrictions such as sudden government policies or regulations, health hazards, medical emergencies, or unprecedented weather conditions, activities and tours may be nonoperational and be cancelled. In cases such as these, operators will attempt to cater to the traveller an alternate, which is feasible in nature. However, any refund would not be catered.