Ganges Discovery Voyage - Kolkata to Jaipur

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Discover the heart of the Ganges as you spend seven unforgettable days cruising along one of the world's mightiest rivers before continuing on to explore the iconic sights of India. Relax in ultimate luxury on board Haimark's brand new ship, the Ganges Voyager as you sail pass thriving cities, quiet local villages and beautiful scenery.

Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Visit the Mother Teresa house and tomb
    • Explore the well-preserved British-colonial area and visit St John’s church, the oldest Anglican church in Kolkata
    • Visit the charming village of Khushbagh and enjoy a scenic drive as you pass local farming fields
    • Explore the French-colonial buildings along the promenade
    • Discover Varanasi
    • Visit Qutab Minar
    • Wander the largest mosque in India, Jama Masjid
    • Visiting Amber Fort

What's this trip about?

    Discover the heart of the Ganges as you spend seven unforgettable days cruising along one of the world's mightiest rivers before continuing on to explore the iconic sights of India. Relax in ultimate luxury on board Haimark's brand new ship, the Ganges Voyager as you sail pass thriving cities, quiet local villages and beautiful scenery.

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Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKolkata
End CityJaipur

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • Asia
  • India

Attractions

  • Agra
  • Amber Fort
  • Delhi
  • Fatehpur Sikri
  • Jaipur
  • Jama Masjid
  • Qutab Minar
  • Red Fort
  • Taj Mahal
  • Varanasi

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • 7 nights hotel accommodation
    • 7 nights cruise accommodation
    • Breakfast daily, 15 lunches and 14 dinners
    • Join-in touring
    • Entrance fees
    • Western cruise director
    • Local english-speaking guides
    • Return transfers
    • Tips and port charges

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Kolkata

On arrival, transfer to the Ganges Voyager and settle into your luxurious suite. After lunch, visit the Mother Teresa house and tomb which is a permanent exhibition of her life and charity work in Kolkata. This evening enjoy a cocktail welcome reception and dinner while getting to know your fellow travelers and Western Cruise Director.

Day 2: Kolkata & Bandel

Enjoy an early morning city tour to explore the well-preserved British-colonial area and visit St John’s church, the oldest Anglican church in Kolkata. Continue to the Victoria Memorial Museum containing the largest collection of British-colonial history in India. Ret...

Day 3: Kalna

Discover the city center of Kalna en route to the enchanting Rajbari complex that has the highest concentration of temples in the region.

Day 4: Cruising The Ganges

Rise early to visit a shore-side bazaar at Matiari. The town is known for traditional manufacturing of beautifully handcrafted brass items. Enjoy breakfast on board as you continue sailing upstream passing the intriguing sites along the Ganges.

Day 5: Barabagar & Murshidabad

Visit the charming village of Khushbagh and enjoy a scenic drive as you pass local farming fields. Visit a well-preserved mosque complex by Nawab Ali- Wardi-Khan. Relax on board with breakfast as you continue cruising to Baranagar. Sail pass charming countryside villa...

Day 6: Mayapur

Spend the morning on deck as you sail to the village of Mayapur. Gain an understanding of the fascinating culture of the Krishna Consciousness Movement and their ornate and colorfully decorated statues within the complex.

Day 7: Chandenagor

Visit Chandenagor, which was established as a French colony in 1673 and later became a key trading port on the Ganges. Explore the French-colonial buildings along the promenade and visit the Sacred Heart Church of Chandenagor and the old French bakery still baking fresh baguettes daily. Celebrate your last evening on board with a farewell dinner and continue sailing downstream to Kolkata.

Day 8: Varanasi

Accommodation: Radisson Varanasi

Disembark Ganges Voyager and transfer to Kolkata Airport. Fly to Varanasi and transfer to your hotel, Radisson Varanasi on arrival.

Day 9: Varanasi

Accommodation: Radisson Varanasi

Discover Varanasi, the spiritual heart of India on an insightful city tour. Rise early to see pilgrims bathing in the ghats of the Ganges, and wonder the incense-filled laneways of the old city. In the evening, enjoy a sunset aarthi ceremony.

Day 10: Delhi

Accommodation: The Metropolitan

Transfer to the airport and fly to Delhi. On arrival transfer to your hotel, The Metropolitan. During the afternoon visit Qutab Minar and walk through one of Delhi’s most iconic and ancient sites and marvel at the huge red stone tower and finely preserved ruins.

Day 11: Delhi

Accommodation: The Metropolitan

Wander the largest mosque in India, Jama Masjid, and the classic Moghul-style Humayan’s Tomb. Continue to Old Delhi and explore the lively trading streets.

Day 12: Agra

HOTEL: Radisson Blu Agra

Drive to Agra and check into your hotel, Radisson Blu Agra. After lunch, explore the Red Fort with your first views of the Taj Mahal.

Day 13: Taj Mahal & Jaipur

Accommodation: Jai Mahal Palace

Visit the iconic, Taj Mahal as the magical dawn hues fall across the great marble domes. Drive to Fatehpur Sikri and enjoy a tour. Continue on to the Pink City of Jaipur and settle into your hotel, Jai Mahal Palace before enjoying dinner at the hotel.

Day 14: Jaipur

Accommodation: Jai Mahal Palace

Spend the morning visiting Amber Fort before continuing on to visit the City Palace and Observatory with free time to explore the bazaar. Enjoy a farewell dinner at Dera Amer.

Day 15: Jaipur

Enjoy free time until your departure transfer.

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Breakfast Daily, 15 Lunches and 14 Dinners

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