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Scene of River Ganges of Varanasi at early morning.
River Cruise

 Kolkata, Varanasi and Lower Ganges Cruise

2025 - 2026

River Cruise

Kolkata, Varanasi and Lower Ganges Cruise

Kolkata, Varanasi and Lower Ganges Cruise

Soak in the rich culture of magnificent India on a 12-day adventure featuring an immersive seven-night cruise along the Lower Ganges aboard the Ganges Voyager. Explore Kolkata, delight in high teas and delve into the spiritual heritage of the spectacular country.

KolkataVaranasi
12 Days River Cruise

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Itinerary

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Kolkata to Varanasi

12 days / 11 night River Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Kolkata

Day 2

Kolkata

Signature Experience

Day 3

Kolkata, Embark Ship

Freedom of Choice

Day 4

Kolkata, Bandel, Kalna

Day 5

Kalna, Matiari

Day 6

Matiari, Khushbagh

Day 7

Khushbagh, Baranagar, Murshidabad

Signature Experience

Day 8

Murshidabad, Mayapur

Day 9

Chandannagar

Day 10

Disembark Ship, Varanasi

Signature Experience

Day 11

Varanasi

Signature Experience

Day 12

Depart Varanasi

Cruise
Cruise Stay (no. of nights)
Flight (included)
Stay/Stop name (no. of nights)

Trip Inclusions

Be immersed in incredible Signature Experiences, a wide array of Freedom of Choice inclusions and more on your tour. Every detail is taken care of.

Experiences in 10 destinations
Freedom of Choice inclusions in two locations
Locally inspired dining – a total of 28 meals
Seven nights aboard the Ganges Voyager
Four nights’ luxury accommodation
Set out on a privately chartered heritage tram ride as you explore some of the most picturesque sights of Kolkata
Indulge in a delectable high tea at Glenburn Penthouse and learn all about Kolkata during a fascinating talk from a local resident
Delight in Indian high tea in the grounds of the four-storeyed Kathgola Palace

What's On Board

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Come aboard the Ganges Voyager

Explore the rarely travelled Lower Ganges River and experience the real India in absolute comfort and style on an unforgettable cruise aboard the stylish Ganges Voyager.

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Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions, and pricing are subject to change 

  • Prices include airport transfers, port charges, porterage, and gratuities 

  • Flights should arrive in Kolkata before 4pm on Day 1 

  • Internal flights Kolkata to Varanasi are included with 25 kgs of luggage allowance. Excess charges are incurred for weights above the limit 

  • Disruptions to cruising and touring may occur due to operational issues including high or low water levels, and unforeseen weather conditions 

  • Some port stops may have physical conditions that prevent some guests from going ashore

  • Prices are for land/rail only. International Flights are not included unless specified 

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