VARANASI TO KOLKATA DOWNSTREAM CRUISE
Ganga Vilas is a luxurious, handcrafted river cruise launched in 2022, featuring just 18 elegant suites for an exclusive journey of unmatched comfort and personalized service. Designed with vibrant 1950s-inspired décor and sustainable technology, the ship offers panoramic lounges, a sun deck, spa, gym, fine dining, and attentive butler service for up to 36 guests.
The vessel sails the world’s longest river cruise, covering nearly 3,200 km across 27 rivers in India and Bangladesh, connecting the Ganges and Brahmaputra river systems. The route explores the Gangetic and Bengal plains, the Sundarbans, and the Assam Valley—regions rich in culture, wildlife, heritage, and spirituality.
Highlights include witnessing the Ganga Aarti in Varanasi, exploring Sarnath, spotting wildlife in the Sundarbans and Kaziranga National Park, visiting mystical Mayong, and discovering Majuli, the world’s largest river island.
River Cruise The Upper Ganges River To Kolkata
Day 1 – Arrive Kolkata
Arrive in Kolkata, transfer to jetty, embark ship. Lunch onboard. Panoramic tour of Dalhousie Square, St. John’s Church & Victoria Memorial.
Overnight onboard
Day 2 – Kolkata Sightseeing | Sail to Bally Bridge
Visit Flower Market and Kumartuli. Lunch onboard. Sail past Howrah Bridge to Bally Bridge.
Overnight onboard
Day 3 – Bally Bridge to Bandel
Sail upstream with meals onboard. Visit Hooghly Imambara.
Overnight onboard
Day 4 – Bandel to Kalna
Sail upstream enjoying onboard meals. Explore Kalna temples.
Overnight onboard
Day 5 – Kalna | Nabadwip | Mayapur
Sail to Nabadwip, visit riverside weaving village. Boat ride to Mayapur, ISKCON headquarters and temple visit.
Overnight onboard
Day 6 – Mayapur | Guptipara | Fulia
Sail onward visiting riverside towns and local heritage.
Overnight onboard
Day 7 – Chandernagore | Serampore | Kolkata
Explore French heritage at Chandernagore. Visit Danish landmarks at Serampore. Sail back to Kolkata.
Overnight onboard
Day 8 – Kolkata
Disembark after breakfast and transfer onward.
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