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Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Travelmarvel's 11 Day Authentic India - Lower Ganges Cruise (Downstream). Explore India’s beautiful West Bengal region on a premium Travelmarvel holiday. Cruise the Lower Ganges in style on a fascinating return trip from Kolkata.
Itinerary
On arrival at the airport, be met and transferred to your premium hotel, the Taj Bengal. Stay Two Nights: Kolkata, Taj Bengal
Insider Experience: Enjoy an indulgent stay at the Taj Bengal Hotel in Kolkata.
Insider Experience: Enjoy an indulgent stay at the Taj Bengal Hotel in Kolkata.
Today you will embark on a sightseeing tour to take in some of Kolkata's famous landmarks, including the vibrant Mullik Ghat Flower Market. Other highlights include the Howrah Bridge and ‘Nirmal Hriday”, most commonly known as Mother Teresa's House. Later this evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner at your hotel. (B/D)
Today you will be transferred to a local train for the colourful and rustic journey from Kolkata to Farakka. Make your way past bellowing food hawkers and over-laden porters to your rail carriage. Once you've settled into your seat, watch the landscapes of India unfold before you. Upon arrival in Farakka, you will be transferred to your river ship for your incredible seven-night cruise. Stay Seven Nights: Lower Ganges River, RV Rajmahal (B/L/D)
Discover the city of Gaur. This quiet, deserted place was once one of India's great cities, first under the Hindus and then as the Muslim capital of Eastern India from the 14th to 16th centuries. The city is strewn with ancient monuments and the remains of mosques. Rejoin the ship near Jangipur. Set sail down the Lower Ganges and moor at Baranagar for the night. (B/L/D)
This morning, take a stroll through the fields of Baranagar. Here, visit three miniature terracotta temples before continuing down the Lower Ganges. Continue cruising downstream to Murshidabad where the Hazarduari Palace dominates the waterfront. Later, see the Katra Mosque before visiting Kathgola Palace. (B/L/D)
Sail downstream a short distance before a visit to the Khushbagh garden. Continue cruising to a rural mooring close to the battlefield of Plassey, where a 1757 battle changed the course of Indian history. (B/L/D)
Explore the riverside village of Matiari, then it's onwards through the countryside to Mayapur. See the ISKCON temple, which dominates the town's skyline. As the headquarters for the Hare Krishna movement, the temple receives over a million singing and dancing devotees a year from around the world. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: In Matiari, see first-hand how locals beat brass to make water pots and other utensils, while learning the heritage behind the workmanship.
Insider Experience: In Matiari, see first-hand how locals beat brass to make water pots and other utensils, while learning the heritage behind the workmanship.
Discover Kalna today, and visit its famous terracotta temples, as well as the unique Shiva temple, with concentric rings make up of 108 shrinelets. Sail on to Hooghly to visit the imposing Imambara and then on to Chandannagar. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: Embark on a traditional rickshaw ride through the town of Kalna and take in all its main sights.
Insider Experience: Embark on a traditional rickshaw ride through the town of Kalna and take in all its main sights.
At Chandannagar, a French possession until 1950, visit the 18th-century French church and the Dupleix's House. Continue cruising to Barrackpore and take a walk through the cantonment, and see the Semaphore Tower, Government House and Flagstaff House. Subject to river tide, cruise under the Howrah Bridge to reach central Kolkata. (B/L/D)
Disembark this morning in Kolkata. Visit Victoria Memorial and St Paul's Cathedral. Tonight, enjoy a delicious Farewell Dinner at Sonargaon Restaurant. Stay: Kolkata, Taj Bengal (B/L/D)
Your holiday comes to an end today. Spend the morning at your leisure before being transferred to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Enjoy an indulgent stay at the Taj Bengal in Kolkata
- Unlock the secrets of Murshidabad's mysterious Hazarduari Palace
- 3 nights in premium accommodation
- Seven-night Lower Ganges cruise on the RV Rajmahal
- Services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director
- Airport transfers, port charges and tipping
- 27 meals - 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 9 dinners
- All meals, plus local beers and regional wines included with lunch and dinner on board your river ship
- Itinerary and inclusions may be subject to change
- Low or high water levels may cause disruption to cruising
Deck Plans
Category B
Double Stateroom
Double Stateroom
Category C
Single Stateroom
Single Stateroom
Category A
Double Stateroom
Double Stateroom
Category A+
Double Stateroom
Double Stateroom
Cabins
Category C (Single Stateroom)
- 169 sq ft/ 15.7 sq m
- Large sliding glass windows
- High quality bathrobes, slippers and hair dryer
- Individual climate control
- En suite shower/WC with Boutique toiletries
- Minibar and in-room electronic safe
Category B (Double Stateroom)
- 204 sq ft/ 19 sq m
- Large sliding glass windows
- High quality bathrobes, slippers hair dryer
- Individual climate control
- En suite shower/WC with Boutique toiletries
- Minibar& in-room electronic safe
Category A & A+ (Double Stateroom)
- 204 sq ft/ 19 sq m
- Large sliding glass windows
- High quality bathrobes, slippers hair dryer
- Individual climate control
- En suite shower/WC with Boutique toiletries
- Minibar& in-room electronic safe
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Prices & Dates
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Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Travelmarvel. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Travelmarvel. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Travelmarvel. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Travelmarvel. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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