Overview
Finish:Varanasi, India
Travel Period
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.
Be immersed in the mesmerising, age-old tradition of aarti. Take your private seat and witness the sacred ritual as priests and devotees offer fire and chant mantras, accompanied by music, in a nightly display of respect and worship to the Ganges.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of an early sunrise cruise along the Ganges. Board a decorated boat as the river comes to life, accompanied by the soothing sounds of traditional tabla and sitar, creating a truly serene and unforgettable atmosphere.
Savour a delicious high tea in the four-storey Kathgola Palace. Surrounded by lush gardens, this palatial building has an impressive ornamental facade and is situated in the historical city of Murshidabad in West Bengal.
Enjoy an e-rickshaw ride through town to explore Bengal’s unique terracotta temples, including the stunning Rajbari royal palace complex and the striking Shiva temples, each showcasing the region's rich cultural heritage and architectural beauty.
What's Included
- 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
Dates & Pricing
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