West Bengal textile tours from kolkata
Discover the threads that connect tradition, history, and artistry on this immersive Textiles Tour of West Bengal journey from Kolkata to Bagdogra. Travel through colonial towns, quiet villages, and bustling markets as you explore the rich textile heritage of West Bengal and Sikkim. From the humid plains to the cool Himalayan foothills, uncover the region’s deep-rooted weaving traditions.
Experience the true essence of a textile journey through India. Visit charming villages where you’ll witness silk being extracted from silkworm cocoons, hand-dyed using traditional techniques, and woven into exquisite sarees on age-old handlooms. Step inside artisan homes and hear their inspiring stories—from humble beginnings to supplying fabrics to renowned fashion brands. Explore the heritage town of Murshidabad and the temple city of Bishnupur, including a special visit to Baluchari sari weavers, known for their intricate silk-on-silk embroidery beloved across India. Explore Textile & Handicrafts of Bengali region with us!
Bengal rural craft & textile tours from kolkata
This textile tour of West Bengal offers an enriching journey through the region’s vibrant history and cultural heritage, with a special focus on its time-honoured textile traditions. From bustling cities to quiet villages, you’ll explore the origins and techniques behind weaving, Kantha embroidery, and other indigenous crafts.
A highlight of the tour includes visiting the textile villages around Shantiniketan, renowned for their batik work and tasar silk weaving. Witness local women skillfully creating traditional kantha embroidery on quilts, garments, and household items—each piece telling a story of rural Bengal’s artistic legacy.
Bengal Rural Craft & Textile Tours Itinerary –
Day 1: Fly to Kolkata. Afternoon visit Victoria Memorial and Park Street Cemetery.
Day 2: Kolkata Heritage Walks – Pareshnath Jain Temple, Kumartuli, BBD Bagh, Tram ride, New Market, dinner at Bengali Restaurant.
Day 3: Drive to Baharampur via textile villages like Shantipur, Phulia for silk and cotton saris, jacquards, and jamdani.
Day 4: Visit silk thread production cooperative. Afternoon tour of Murshidabad – Hazarduari, Katra Mosque, shola pith carving.
Day 5: Travel to Shantiniketan – Kantha stitch, tasar silk weaving, batik work, visit Tagore’s Visva Bharati University.
Day 6: Visit Uttarayan Complex, Vichitra Museum in Shantiniketan. Afternoon explore embossed leather goods and organic jewelry.
Day 7: Drive to Bishnupur via Bikna for Dokra metal sculpture. Tour terracotta temples – Shyama Raya, Rasa Mancha.
Day 8: Visit Bankura for Dokra, terracotta pottery. Evening visit illuminated temples in Bishnupur.
Day 9: Visit Midnapore for Patachitra paintings, Baluchari sarees, conch shell jewelry, masland grass mat weaving.
Day 10: Kolkata – Agri-Horticultural Society, Kalighat Kali Temple, Belur Math.
Day 11: Kolkata – Malik Ghat flower market, Indian Museum. Fly back to Mumbai or Delhi.
Explore Textile & Handicrafts of Bengali region Itinerary –
Day1: Meet & greet at the Hotel as we drive north we will visit a number of villages as Shantipur, known for their silk and cotton hand woven saris, dhotis, jacquards etc of their superfine texture. We will arrive in time for dinner in Baharampur where you will stay at Hotel Sunshine.
Day 2: Morning visit to one of the largest silk thread production cooperatives in India, we will watch silk being extracted from silkworm cocoons and spun into fine thread for weaving. Lunch, and then City tour .
Day 3: Morning departure for Shantiniketan, after few hours afternoon visit to some of the textile villages around Shantiniketan, including those known for elaborate batik work and tasar silk weaving.
Day 4: Morning departure Temple city Bishnupur visit to local Baluchari sari weavers, Night stay.
Day 5: Morning visit Clay model village & departure back to Kolkata
Day 6 : Kolkata city tour Lunch followed by a visit to Dakhinapan Market.
Transportation Details
Type: Private Transportation
Complimentary Sanitization Kit Zero touch with Guide & Driver We will be using a comfortable and modern Toyota Innova with AC. We will be accompanied by a hired driver throughout the tour. Please contact me in case you need a quote for a larger group.”
What’s included
All entry fees, All car parking fees & Toll taxes, All meals, All Entrance, accomodation in 3star property, Private Guide, Private Transportation, Public Transportation, Tickets.
What’s extra
Personal expenses. Any extra Food & Drinks Anything extra other than mentioned, Public Transportation, Food Drinks Snacks
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