{"product_id":"travel-with-leica-life-and-light-in-kolkata-with-shivam-pandey","title":"Travel with Leica: Life and Light in Kolkata with Shivam Pandey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eJoin a winter journey through the layered streets of Kolkata with Shivam Pandey for Travel with Leica: Life and Light in Kolkata. Designed for photographers seeking intimacy, observation, and storytelling, this 5D4N workshop explores the city’s quiet mornings, fading colonial textures, bustling markets, tramlines, and human moments shaped by winter light. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eShooting alongside Shivam and his Leica \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eM11 approach to street photography, participants will learn to slow down, anticipate emotion, and photograph with intent. More than a photo tour, this is an immersive experience into rhythm, culture, and the poetry of everyday life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDates:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e26 – 29 September 2026 (4 Days, 3 Nights)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. of Participants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eMinimum of 5 confirmed guests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItinerary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eSix different photography excursions across a variety of locations in Kolkata, combined with daily image review and editing sessions designed to refine storytelling, composition, and personal visual style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1 - 2 December\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eArrival in Kolkata before 11pm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eAirport transfer to hotel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eCheck in at The Lalit Great Eastern Hotel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 2 - 3 December\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e6am - 9.30am - Old Kolkata and Flower market\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e9.30am - 1.30pm - Breakfast and break\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1.30pm - 5.30pm - Kumartuli (Potter’s lane)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 3 - 4 December\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e6am - 9.30am - Maidan Grounds, Howrah Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e9.30am - 10.30am - Breakfast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e11am - 12.30pm - Editing and Review with Shivam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e1.30pm - 5.30pm - Koley Market and Koley Vegetable Market\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 4 - 5 December\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e6am - 9.30am - Akhara (traditional wrestling) along the banks of Hooghly River\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e9.30am to 10.30am - Breakfast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e11am - 12.30pm - Editing and Review with Shivam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e2.30pm to 5.30pm - Local train in Kolkata, followed by ferry journey across Hooghly River\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 5 - 6 December\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBreakfast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCheckout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Activities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eExclusive photography session with traditional Indian wrestlers at a local Akhara.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eDocumentary photography session aboard Kolkata’s iconic local trains and ferries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eGuided photowalk through vibrant local markets and the historic colonial streets of Kolkata.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eMorning photowalk at the Maidan Grounds, capturing everyday life, sports culture, and atmospheric street scenes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eAccommodation with Breakfast:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eSingle occupancy accommodation per guest for 4 nights in a 5-star hotel in central Kolkata. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003e(Check-in - 30th November, 2026 \u0026amp; Check out - 4th December, 2026).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eHotel Name - The Lalit Great Eastern Hotel (5-star)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eIndividual Airport pickup and drop for all guests on arrival and departure at Kolkata Airport.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eFull-day availability of a Mini Bus (Urbania Traveller) for touring around Locations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocal Train ticket and Ferry tickets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGratuities for the shooting session wrestlers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasional gratuities on the streets for group photos as and when required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater \u0026amp; snacks incurred during the workshop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShivam Pandey - Photography and workshop instructor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eCosts Not Included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eLunch and Dinner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eEarly check-in at the hotel (prior to 13:00 hours on 30th November).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eIndian SIM Card.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eInternational flights to India and return.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eEntry Visa to India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eComprehensive Travel Insurance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eIncidental tips (baksheesh) paid to our drivers, hotel staff, guide etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eAny beverages beyond those provided during included meals and activities. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003ePersonal expenses, eg, laundry, medication, snacks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eAny additional transport outside of expedition routes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTravel Information\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eKL to Kolkata - AirAsia AK65 (8.45pm - 10.20pm), AK64 (11.05pm - 5.35AM)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eKL to Kolkata (layover in Changi Airport) - Singapore Airlines SQ8583\/SQ516 (6.15pm-10.25pm), SQ517\/SQ104 (11.40pm-8.15am)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eSG to Kolkata - Singapore Airlines SQ516 (8.40pm-10.25pm), SQ517 (11.40pm-6.15am)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThings to note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eWe will conduct a workshop briefing prior to the tour to answer questions and confirm all important details with participants.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eParticipants are required to bring their own cameras — all camera systems and experience levels are welcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003ePlease wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and extended time outdoors. During November and December, Kolkata experiences mild winter weather with average temperatures ranging between 15°C and 22 °C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eParticipants are encouraged to bring their own iPads or laptops for image review, editing sessions, and group discussions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eWe reserve the right to cancel the workshop if the minimum number of participants is not met. In such an event, all payments made towards the workshop will be fully refunded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eHotel accommodations are based on single occupancy rooms with a king-size bed, including daily buffet breakfast at the hotel restaurant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eThis experience is proudly presented in collaboration with Leica Akademie Malaysia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellation Policy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe understand that plans can change, and while we hope you can join us, the following cancellation policy applies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eBy\/Before 31 July 2026 : You’ll receive a 50% refund. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eAfter 1 Aug 2026: Unfortunately, no refunds can be offered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eIf we must cancel the event: You will receive a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-MY\"\u003eAbout the instructor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShivam Pandey is an Indian street, travel, and documentary photographer based in Kolkata. 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