::Overview::
Gangasagar Tour Fair is the second biggest congregation of Hindu pilgrims after the Kumbha Mela. The Gangasagar Mela is observed annually and only on Sagardwip (Sagar Island). Every year during Makar Sankranti pilgrims from all over the country come to take a holy dip at the confluence of the river Ganges and Bay of Bengal, followed by offering prayers at the Kapil Muni Temple. This temple is immersed in legendary tales and is highly revered among devotees.
Sagar Island or Gangasagar is an island in the Ganges delta, lying on the continental shelf of the Bay of Bengal about 100 km south of Kolkata. Gangasagar is a charming tourist destination, which attracts both pilgrims and adventure lovers. Located on an island in the Sundarbans, Gangasagar offers the charms of an un-spoilt beach on the estuary of the river Ganges. Gangasagar offers acres of silver sand and clear blue sky and the calm sea for visitors who would like to spend their weekend in tranquillity.
This island has acres of dazzling silver sand and clear blue sky, Gangasagar is still relatively unknown and thus, unexploited. Gangasagar also finds itself in the poetry of Rabindranath Tagore. The lighthouse at Gangasagar has great views of this beach and is perfect for watching the sunrise and sunset.
::Tour Itinerary::
:: Day 1 ::
Kolkata To Ganga Sagar One Day Round Trips ::
With pure sweet heart, the process to explore the famous Hindu pilgrim halt of India – GangaSagar, on Sagar Island on the outside of Kolkata, it is the place of confluence of Ganga with the Bay of Bengal. Enjoy a boat ride to reach the desired destination. A guide will help you cross the river & visit the famous temple of God Kapil Muni Ji. Ganga Sagar hosts a huge fair, Ganga Sagar Mela in mid-January which sees thousands of pilgrims.
::Included::
- Both sides private vehicles.
- Up and down ferry tickets (Govt. ferry sharing basis).
- Gangasagar Local Guide(help you cross the river)
- All parking fees & driver allowance.
::Excluded::
- Air Fare / Train fare/Rickshaw fare.
- Airport & Train Station Parking fees.
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, portage.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance Fees & Guide charges, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc. (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to an increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Service Tax.
- Insurance.
- Anything which is not included in the inclusion
::Tour Highlights::
- The ferocious cruise of the Ganges is Sea Island.
- Visit the Kapil Muni Temple, the Hindu sage Kapil Muni homage pay where Hindus.
- Contribution of the selfless sees sebasrama Association of India, the Ramakrishna Mission, and the boost omkaranatha Humanity.
- An expert guide will help you see the places.
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