This story is from September 28, 2020

Now, experience the heritage of Kolkata on a 90-minute Hooghly cruise at just Rs 39

A cruise on the Hooghly fascinates every visitor to the city. Most of these were being run by private operators at expensive rates so far. However, now, state transport undertaking West Bengal Transport Corporation has decided to offer the same at just Rs 39 for 90 minutes from October 1.
Now, experience the heritage of Kolkata on a 90-minute Hooghly cruise at just Rs 39
A cruise on the Hooghly fascinates every visitor to the city.
KOLKATA: A cruise on the Hooghly fascinates every visitor to the city. Most of these were being run by private operators at expensive rates so far. However, now, state transport undertaking West Bengal Transport Corporation has decided to offer the same at just Rs 39 for 90 minutes from October 1.
“It is a busy riverine route for ferrying passengers and cargo and leisure trips are rare, except for a few operated by private players.
These are good, but quite expensive,” an official said.
River water cruises are very across the world. Whether it is London River Cruise or Singapore Boat Ride — they are loved by locals and tourists alike. Something similar is being planned for Hooghly.The vessel for the cruise will reflect the eclectic culture of Kolkata. “The idea is to make heritage river-cruise experience affordable and popular among the youth”, said MD of WBTC Rajanvir Singh Kapur. Traditional Bengali music will be played during the cruise. The trip will start and end at Millenium Park jetty.
Guests will have the comfort of a cruise café that will serve snacks and tea/coffee. There will also be selfie booths. A free tour guide will help guests identify the various attractions on the way and explain the history behind those spots.
Complimentary heritage navigation brochures, listing the landmarks, will be given to each guest as a souvenir . The cruise will operate daily from Millenium Park at 4pm and 6pm. On Holidays and weekends, it will have two additional slots at 12pm and 2pm.
There would be special booking arrangements for educational tours in the future. Proper sanitization protocols are being followed for safety by theWBTC. With social distancing norms, a maximum of 150 people would be accommodated in one ride of the cruise.
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