Gram Banglar Durga Pujo Parikrama

The Durga Puja’s at the ancient zamindar houses of Srirampur, Seoraphuli, Bansberia, and Guptipara are among the most magnificent in Bengal. These Pujas have been performed for centuries, with current residents continuing the tradition with deep devotion. Notable stops include the Goswami family’s Durga Puja in Srirampur, known as Burir Durga; the Ashtadhatu (eight-metal) Durga Idol at Seoraphuli Zamindar’s house; and the historically significant Pujas at Surendranath Banerjee’s home in Bansberia and the first Barwari Puja at Guptipara. This tour offers a unique opportunity to experience these royal family Durga Pujas in Hooghly district.

Tour Overview:

• Date: 10th October 2024 / Maha Saptami
• Destinations: Srirampur, Seoraphuli, Bansberia, Guptipara
• Departure Points:Esplanade, Kolkata at 8:00 AM

Itinerary:

10th October 2024 / Saptami

• 8:00 AM: Meet our representative at Esplanade, Kolkata

Spot 01:

• Srirampur: Visit the Goswami family’s Burir Durga Puja, one of the oldest Bonedi Durga Pujas in the area.

Spot 02:

• Seoraphuli: Explore the Seoraphuli Zamindar family’s 400-year-old Durga Puja.

Spot 03:

• Seoraphuli: Visit Surendranath Ghosh’s house, associated with Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.

Spot 04:

• Guptipara: Proceed to Guptipara, historically significant for being the origin of the Barwari Puja over 500 years ago.
• Lunch Break: Enjoy a traditional Bengali lunch in a non-AC banquet hall.

After lunch, explore the historical temples in Guptipara, including Brindaban Chandra Temple, Ramchandra Terracotta Temple, Chaitanya Temple, and Krishnachandra Temple.

Spot 05:

• Guptipara: Visit the 400-year-old Durga Puja at Kirti Chandra Sen’s Zamindar House.

Return to Kolkata:

• Start the return journey to Kolkata, concluding the tour.

Inclusions:

• Packed breakfast
• Traditional Bengali lunch
• AC Tempo Traveller / Van
• Tour Manager

Exclusions:

• Personal expenses
• Entry tickets
• Toto/Auto/Rickshaw charges
• 5% GST on tour cost

Food Menu:

Breakfast:

• Sandwich, Cake, Namkeen, Sweet, Fruit Juice, Packed Drinking Water (500 ml), Tea

Lunch:

• Rice, Dal, Beguni, Potol Chingri, Katla Kalia, Fried Rice, Chicken Kasha, Chutney, Papad, Sweets

Tour Cost:

• Per Head: ₹2890 (for ages 3 and above) + 5% GST
• For Foreigners/NRI: ₹1000 additional per person

Note: Toto/Rickshaw charges are payable directly on spot.

Confirmation/Cancellation & Refund Policy:

• Booking: 100% advance payment required for confirmation.
• Cancellation:
  • Minimum 30% cancellation charge after confirmation.
  • 50% cancellation charge if canceled 45 days before the tour.
  • No refund within 30 days of the tour.

Important Notes:

• Health: Avoid bringing sick individuals. Walking is required to reach the Puja houses from parking areas.
• Pick-Up/Drop-Off: Only from designated points. No alternate drop-off requests.
• Alcohol: Strictly prohibited during the tour.

Experience the rich traditions and cultural heritage of Bengal’s most iconic Durga Pujas with Mercury Tour Operator’s Gram Banglar Durga Puja Parikrama 2024.