# Kolkata to Gangasagar Tour Package

> Same-day Gangasagar pilgrimage tour from Kolkata with private AC car and home pickup, ferry from Namkhana to Benuban, local transport on Sagar Island, pure veg lunch, darshan at Kapil Muni Ashram and a holy dip at the Sangam.

- Page: https://holidaysevatours.com/tours/kolkata-to-gangasagar-tour-package
- Operator: Holiday Seva Tours, Kolkata. Phone / WhatsApp: +91 98839 20141
- Price per person: ₹1,749 to ₹3,749 (depends on group size)
- Duration: 1 Day (same day)
- Pickup and drop: South Kolkata / Howrah Station / Sealdah Station (prices valid from these points only)
- Route: Kolkata → Namkhana → Benuban → Kapil Muni Ashram
- How to book: Book online on the page (pay in full or a 20% / 30% / 40% advance by UPI or card; a booking confirmation PDF is emailed), or call +91 98839 20141. Bookings close at 8 PM the day before travel.
- Last updated: 8 October 2026

## About this tour

A sacred day at Gangasagar, with every transfer handled for you.

This **Kolkata to Gangasagar tour package** takes you from your home to Sagar Island and back in a single day. You travel by **private AC car to Namkhana**, cross the Muriganga by ferry to Benuban, and drive the short way to the **Kapil Muni Ashram** and the Sangam, where the Ganga meets the Bay of Bengal.

Ferry tickets both ways, local transport on the island, a **pure veg lunch**, parking, toll tax and driver allowance are all included. Prices are per person and depend on your group size, from 2 to 12 people. Bigger groups pay less per person.

Gangasagar is about 120 to 130 km from Kolkata, roughly 4 to 5 hours each way including the ferry. The tour suits families, elderly parents, couples and groups. Prefer to stay the night? We have our own rooms on Sagar Island.

## Highlights

- Kapil Muni Ashram darshan
- Holy dip at the Gangasagar Sangam
- Ferry across the Muriganga river
- Private AC car with home pickup
- Pure veg lunch at Gangasagar
- Ashrams near the beach

## Price per person by group size

| Group size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 2 people | ₹3,749 |
| 3 people | ₹2,599 |
| 4 people | ₹2,125 |
| 6–7 people | ₹1,749 |
| 8 people | ₹1,799 |
| 12 people | ₹1,849 |

## Day-by-day itinerary

### Day 1: Kolkata to Gangasagar and back

- **5:00 AM** Pickup in Kolkata — From your home, hotel or railway station (South / Central Kolkata area).
- **8:15 AM** Reach Namkhana — About 105 km by private AC car, with a tea break. We handle the ferry tickets.
- **8:45 AM** Ferry to Benuban — About 70 minutes across the Muriganga to Sagar Island.
- **10:00 AM** Kapil Muni Ashram darshan — A short island drive of about 12 km to the ashram.
- **11:00 AM** Holy dip at the Sangam — Where the Ganga meets the Bay of Bengal.
- **1:00 PM** Pure veg lunch — Rest before the return journey.
- **2:45 PM** Ferry back to Namkhana — Drive to Benuban and take the afternoon ferry.
- **7:30 PM** Drop in Kolkata — Evening drop at your Kolkata address, usually 7:30–8:30 PM.

_Times are typical. The Namkhana–Benuban ferry runs to tide-based timings and can pause in fog or rough weather, so your driver adjusts the plan on the day._

## Included

- Private AC vehicle (pickup & drop)
- Ferry tickets (up & down)
- Local transport on Gangasagar Island
- Pure veg lunch at Gangasagar
- Parking, toll tax & driver allowance
- Tour assistance throughout

## Not included

- Personal expenses
- VIP darshan charges
- Extra ferry / boat charges (if upgraded)
- Rickshaw fare on the island
- Puja items, offerings and donations
- Optional add-ons such as a private ferry or guide
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions

## How to reach Gangasagar from Kolkata

There is no bridge to Sagar Island, so every route includes a river crossing. This package uses the Namkhana–Benuban route. The other common route is Lot 8 (Harwood Point, Kakdwip) to Kachuberia, then about 30 km by road.

| Stage | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Kolkata to Namkhana | ~105 km | 3–3.5 h |
| Ferry, Namkhana to Benuban | River | ~70 min |
| Benuban to Kapil Muni Ashram | ~12 km | ~20 min |
| **Kolkata to Gangasagar** | **~120–130 km** | **4–5 h** |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does a Kolkata to Gangasagar tour package cost?

Per-person fares start from ₹1,749 for a group of 6 to 7 and go up to ₹3,749 for a private couple tour. There are 6 packages for groups of 2 to 12 people, and bigger groups pay less per person. Optional add-ons such as a private ferry or a guide cost extra.

### What is included in the Gangasagar tour package?

Every package includes a private AC vehicle for pickup and drop, ferry tickets both ways, local transport on Gangasagar Island, a pure veg lunch, parking, toll tax and driver allowance, and tour assistance throughout.

### How far is Gangasagar from Kolkata?

Gangasagar is about 120 to 130 km from Kolkata. Our route goes about 105 km by road to Namkhana, then roughly 50 minutes by ferry across the river to Benuban on Sagar Island, then about 12 km by road to Kapil Muni Ashram. Allow 4 to 5 hours each way.

### How do I reach Gangasagar from Kolkata?

There is no bridge to Sagar Island, so every route includes a river crossing. The two usual routes are Kolkata to Namkhana and the ferry to Benuban, or Kolkata to Lot 8 (Harwood Point, Kakdwip) and the vessel to Kachuberia followed by about 30 km by road. Our package uses the Namkhana to Benuban route and includes the car, ferry tickets and island transport.

### How long is the Gangasagar tour from Kolkata?

It is usually a same-day trip: early morning pickup from Kolkata, a drive to Namkhana, a ferry across the Muriganga, darshan at Kapil Muni Ashram, a holy dip at the Sangam, and an evening return to Kolkata.

### Can I book the Gangasagar tour online?

Yes. Choose your group size, pay a small token online by UPI (or card and netbanking via Razorpay), and receive an instant booking confirmation by email. You can also call or WhatsApp +91 98839 20141.

### What is the booking cutoff time?

Bookings for a travel date close at 8:00 PM the day before travel.

### Which vehicle is used for the Gangasagar tour?

The vehicle depends on group size: a Dzire for 1 to 4 people, an Ertiga or Kia for 5 to 6, and a Tempo Traveller for 10 or more, with an Indigo or Sumo used on Gangasagar Island.

### When is Gangasagar Mela 2027?

Gangasagar Mela 2027 is held around Makar Sankranti in mid-January 2027. Makar Sankranti begins on the evening of 14 January 2027 and the main holy dip is expected on 15 January 2027. The West Bengal government announces the final Mela dates.

### What is the best time to visit Gangasagar?

October to March is the most comfortable time to visit Gangasagar. January is the busiest month because of the Mela. During the monsoon, from June to September, ferry services can be delayed or suspended in rough weather.

### Is the Gangasagar tour suitable for senior citizens?

Yes. You travel in a private AC car with door-to-door pickup, and our team helps elderly pilgrims at the ferry ghat. Cars can only go up to the parking area near the temple; cycle vans or e-rickshaws are available from there to the bathing spot for anyone who prefers not to walk.

### Can I stay overnight at Gangasagar?

Yes. We have our own rooms on Sagar Island, so you can stay for the evening aarti and a sunrise snan. Call or send an enquiry for overnight prices.