The definitive 4-day driving itinerary connecting NH16, Kolaghat food halts, serene Shankarpur stays, and scenic excursions to Udaipur beach.
A driving holiday from Kolkata down the Digha highway is a rite of passage for Bengal road trippers. This comprehensive 4-day itinerary gives you the perfect balance of road excitement and relaxed seaside luxury.
Day 1: Drive from Kolkata via Vidyasagar Setu and NH16. Stop at Kolaghat for legendary hot chai and kachoris. Arrive at Sanchita Hotel in Shankarpur by 1:30 PM. Spend the afternoon resting, followed by a sunset beach walk.
Day 2: Coastal exploration. Visit the Shankarpur fishing harbour at dawn, followed by breakfast. Drive 15 minutes to Digha's Marine Aquarium and Udaipur beach on the Odisha border. Return to Sanchita for an evening seafood feast.
Day 3: Wellness and slow living. Read a book in our casuarina garden, cycle down the coastal trail, and enjoy an evening beach bonfire arranged by our team.
Day 4: Morning swim or stroll, check out after breakfast, and leisurely drive back to Kolkata with jars of local cashew nuts and fresh coastal souvenirs.
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Debolina Roy
Purba Medinipur Coastal Guide
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200 meters from Shankarpur Beach with authentic Bengali seafood and comfortable AC rooms.