Bengal Ganga, 7 Night Artisans of Bengal River Cruise ex Kolkata return

Day 1:
ARRIVE KOLKATA, EMBARKATION (L/D)
Arrive Kolkata in the morning and transfer to the jetty to embark the ship. Lunch onboard. Thereafter a panoramic tour of the well-preserved British colonial buildings in Dalhousie Square; St. John’s Church, and the Victoria Memorial.

Dinner & Overnight onboard Bengal Ganga

Day 2:
KOLKATA TOUR – BALLY BRIDGE (B/L/D)
After breakfast, visit the Flower Market, where you can see artists creating a variety of garlands, ornaments, and other items made of flowers and leaves for temples, weddings, and other uses. Thereafter, visit Kumartuli, a traditional potters’ quarter renowned for its sculpting prowess. Return to the ship for lunch and begin sail upstream passing below the Howrah Bridge and seeing various colonial buildings along the Ganges River to Bally Bridge.

Dinner & Overnight onboard Bengal Ganga

Day 3:
BALLY BRIDGE – BANDEL (B/L/D)
We sail further upstream to Bandel while enjoying breakfast and lunch onboard. Post lunch we visit the Hooghly Imambara, a famous Shiya pilgrimage center that provides housing for pilgrims as well as classrooms.

Dinner & Overnight onboard Bengal Ganga

Day 4:
BANDEL – KALNA (B/L/D)
We sail to Kalna enjoying breakfast and lunch onboard. Upon arrival ride e-rickshaws to visit the Rajbari temple complex. The Nabakailas temple contains 108 eight-slope-roofed shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. Other temples in the complex feature diverse architecture and terracotta plaques depicting themes of Hindu epics and day-to-day life. Return to the ship walking through the local vegetable market.

Dinner & Overnight onboard Bengal Ganga

Day 5:
KALNA – NABADWIP – MAYAPUR (B/L/D)
Today sail to Nabadwip while having breakfast and lunch. Upon arrival walk in the riverbank village known for its handloom weaving of cotton fabric, mainly saris and stole/scarves, and other activities. Ride the country boat across the river to Mayapur, the headquarters of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). Stroll in the pilgrim’s bazaar, meet Krishna followers, and visit the temple, which is comparable in size to the Vatican.

Dinner & Overnight onboard Bengal Ganga

Day 6:
MAYAPUR – GUPTIPARA – FULIA (B/L/D)
This morning a short sail brings us to Guptipara. After breakfast explore the town visiting the Vaishnav temples that contain some fantastic terracotta works. Also, visit a potter’s home to see and interact with the artisans creating various clay items. Return to ship for lunch. Thereafter sail to the opposite bank and visit the weaving village of Fulia which specializes in a combination of jacquard and jamdani saree weaving.

Dinner & Overnight onboard Bengal Ganga

Day 7:
FULIA – CHANDERNAGORE – SERAMPORE – KOLKATA (B/L/D)
Enjoying breakfast onboard, sail to Chandernagore which was established as a French colony. Upon arrival explore the colonial buildings along the promenade, including the former French governor’s residence, now converted into a museum that features items depicting life during that period. Also, visit the Sacred Heart Church. Return to the ship and sail to Serampore. Post lunch walk in the old quarters to see the Danish Tavern, St. Olav’s Church, and other Danish heritage monuments. Continue sail to Kolkata, arriving by the evening.

Dinner & Overnight onboard Bengal Ganga

Day 8:
KOLKATA DISEMBARK (B)
Following breakfast disembark the ship and transfer for your onward journey.

Important Notes:
– The itinerary maybe readjusted due to local conditions and days of the week, in order to avoid closure of monuments/museums. Last minute sailing adjustments may also occur. The schedule may shift due to the weather or to take advantage of unexpected opportunities. The exact time for each activity will be announced or posted by the onboard tour staff.
– The letters in parentheses indicate the included meal of the day B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner

Set yourself on a journey to explore the cultural background of India with Bengal Ganga. The river cruise ship was built in 2004, and the design is reminiscent of the colonial ships used by the Viceroys of British India. Keeping the royal essence preserved, the cruise will transport you into another world, not just physically but also spiritually.

It has been designed as an aesthetic replica of the colonial styled ‘Clyde’ steamers that trudged through swamps and far flung deltas of the Indian subcontinent that ruled the seas at the height of the British Empire. The ship has 28 state rooms that exude premium luxury in design and interiors, along with recreational areas and a dining room.

With the highest staff-to-guest ratio and personalised butler service, experience true Indian hospitality. Warm and friendly service which sets the stage for an unforgettable journey.

Antara River Cruises has introduced luxury river cruising across India with an exceptional attention to detail. An invitation to take you to untouched destinations bringing unmatched hospitality and immerse yourself in unforgettable experiences.

Encompassing luxury in every nook and corner, the river cruises by Antara are designed to make sure you have the most enthralling journey on our rivers. From comfortable suite accommodation to high-end amenities, the cruises are equipped with everything you might need while sailing. Come on board and have a memorable journey.

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Bengal Ganga - Main Deck

Bengal Ganga - Upper Deck

Bengal Ganga - Sun Deck

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Premier Suite

With large window balconies on the Upper Deck, our Premier Rooms are furnished with solid Burma teak floors & walls, double beds, fine indigenous textiles and original artworks. With all the modern amenities, these rooms bring you closer to experiencing India like a royal.

Deluxe Suite

Each of these rooms has an outdoor seating area, facing the river and is furnished with Burma teak floors & walls, original art and fine local textiles.

Deluxe Cabin

Signature Suite

145sqft / 14sqft