Ganga Vilas, 22 Night Indo Bangladesh River Cruise ex Kolkata to Guwahati

Day 1:
Arrive Kolkata, Embarkation (L/D)
Arrive in Kolkata in the morning and transfer the jetty for boarding the ship. Welcome onboard followed by a Safety Briefing and Lunch. Post lunch Immigration formalities. In the evening enjoy cultural performance onboard.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 2:
Kolkata – Namkhana (B/L/D)
Morning after breakfast, visit Kolkata’s Flower Market and the potters’ quarter Kumartuli. Return to ship for lunch. Thereafter visit Mother Teresa’s Home. Return to the ship and based on tide situation we will sail towards the fishing port of Namkhana.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 3:
Namkhana – Bhagabatpur – Bali (B/L/D)
Arrive in the Sundarbans and proceed to visit Bhagabatpur Island which is known for its crocodile project that has a hatchery and sanctuary of the estuarine crocodiles. Continue sail to Bali Island cruising through the creek.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 4:
Bali Island (B/L/D)
Early this morning ride in the country boat through the narrow creeks to climb the Dobanki Watchtower and enjoy a canopy walk to view the riveting flora and fauna. Return to the ship for lunch. Thereafter enjoy a walk in the village of Bali and interact with the villagers engaged in creating handicrafts and witness a tribal dance.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 5:
River day Bali Island – Hemnagar (B/L/D)
We sail full day towards Hemnagar, the check-post for Customs & Immigrations in India.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 6:
River day Hemnagar (India) – Antihara (Bangladesh) (B/L/D)
Today we sail through the wildlife area of the Sundarbans down towards the Bangladeshi side of the Sundarbans to arrive in Antihara village, which is the check post for the Immigration & Custom formalities of Bangladesh.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 7:
Antihara – Mongla (B/L/D)
Today we sail towards Mongla town, the gateway to the Sundarbans on the Bangladesh side. In the afternoon drive to Bagerhat and visit the Sixty Domed Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The mosque is locally known as the ‘Shat Gombuj’, which in Bangla literally means Sixty Domes.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 8:
Mongla – Karamjol – Kaukhali (B/L/D)
Today we sail to Karamjol. Ride the country boat to the Forest Reserve Centre, which protects a vast range of mammals, bird, reptiles, and fish. Wildlife enthusiasts can look forward to viewing Gangetic River dolphins, salt-water crocodiles, and other fauna. Return to the ship for lunch and sail onward to Kaukhali, anchoring en route.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 9:
Kaukhali – Barisal (B/L/D)
Arrive in Kaukhali, a small riverine village, which has a launch & steamer station dating to the British period. Explore the village visiting a potters colony, the local market, and a Hindu Vaishnavite temple. Sail onward to Barisal, which is fondly called the Venice of Bengal.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 10:
Barisal (B/L/D)
Morning, visit a Floating Market, which is renowned for its fruits. Return to ship for lunch. Thereafter visit the Oxford Epiphany Church, which is one of the oldest and arguably the second largest church in Asia.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 11:
River day Barisal – Mawa (Dhaka) (B/L/D)
Today we sail full day to Dhaka viewing the picturesque countryside. Arrive at the Mawa jetty, a busy ferry ghat near Dhaka, the Capital of Bangladesh.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 12:
Dhaka & Sonargaon (B/L/D)
After breakfast proceed for a Panoramic drive tour of Dhaka’s heritage buildings like: Dhaka University, Curzon Hall; Old High Court; Dhakeswari Temple. Also visit Sonargaon, the “Golden City.”

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 13:
River day Mawa – Aricha – Tangail (B/L/D)
We sail full day upstream to Aricha river port, which is a prime spot for catching the renowned Hilsha fish and onward to Tangail.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 14:
Arrive Tangail (B/L/D)
Further upstream sailing brings us to Tangail, an important handloom centre. Post lunch we visit the 17 th century Atia Mosque, that was built in the in honour of a prominent Sufi saint. It is dubbed the 10 Taka Mosque after the Bangladesh government issued a 10 Taka banknote which had its image in the obverse.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 15:
Tangail – Sirajganj (B/L/D)
Today we sail towards Sirajganj, an important jute centre. In the afternoon visit the Hatikumrul Navaratna Temple, adorned with nine spires, giving it its name Nava (nine) ratna (jewels).

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 16:
River day Sirajganj – Chandan Boisha (B/L/D)
Today we sail full day further up the river towards the Indo-Bangladesh border that touches the north-eastern region of India.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 17:
Chandan Boisha – Chilmari (B/L/D)
A further sail brings us to the Chilmari River Port, located in a beautiful scenic bank of the Teesta and Jamuna rivers. Immigration & Custom formalities of Bangladesh will be done at Chilmari.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 18:
Chilmari – Rangpur – Chilmari (B/L/D)
Today after breakfast full day trip to Rangpur, the “City of Colour.” We will visit the domineering Tajhat Palace, Rangpur Museum; Dimla Kali Temple, and Carmichael College.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 19:
Chilmari (Bangladesh) – Dhubri (India) (B/L/D)
Today we sail upstream crossing the international border and arrive at Dhubri in the Northeast State of Assam on the bank of the mighty Brahmaputra (as the Jamuna River is known on the Indian side). Immigrations and Customs of India will be done here.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 20:
Dhubri – Goalpara (B/L/D)
Morning after breakfast explore Dhubri town visiting the Gurdwara Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib and a Pottery village notable for its traditional craft of terracotta. Return to the ship and sail onward to Goalpara, located at the foothills of the Garo Hills.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 21:
Goalpara – Sualkuchi (B/L/D)
After breakfast today we set out to visit Sri Surya Pahar, a significant archaeological site, which has the distinction of possessing valuable cultural remains of Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism. Return to the ship and sail further upstream to Sualkuchi, fondly called the “Manchester of Assam.”

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 22:
Sualkuchi – Guwahati (B/L/D)
This morning we visit the silk weaving village, which is renowned notably for the Muga silk. This silk is known for its glossy, fine texture and durability. After the excursion we sail upstream and arrive at the Pandu Port in Guwahati.

Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas

Day 23:
Guwahati Disembarkation (B)
After breakfast disembark the ship and proceed to visit the Kamakhya Temple (from outside) and the Assam State Museum. Thereafter transfer to the Guwahati airport for onward journey.

Important Notes:
The itinerary may be readjusted due to local conditions and days of the week, to avoid closure of monuments/museums. Last-minute sailing adjustments may also occur.

Antara Ganga Vilas is a celebration of India’s post-independence design and a tribute to its innovations. Each room is inspired by Josef Albers’ paintings which are experiments in the perception of color as well as tantra and its quest to perceive the many parts of the universe in its wholeness. Pioneered by Mr. Raj Singh, Antara Luxury River Cruises is a rapidly growing boutique cruise brand that is bringing travelers to India’s majestic waterways and have them sail in luxury to find adventure and pleasure. Charting the legendary waters of the Ganga and Brahmaputra, Raj Singh built for the first time in India, a fleet of luxurious river ships that offer plush accommodations while also bringing regenerative experiences to both travelers and local communities.

Operating successfully since 2009, the Antara Fleet has sailed the Indo-Bangladesh protocol route, touched the ghats of holy Varanasi, meandered through the sleepy towns of Bengal and explored the gorgeous Sunderbans among its many destinations.

Ganga Vilas, resplendent in its design, sails the ancient river, glowing through day and night. Guests sail and watching people on the banks gaze back at the slow movement of its crisp and radiant colours. The changing light reflects on the water and plays into the suites. The jewel tones of Varanasi’s Himalayan Buddhist Gyasar textiles, the soft curves of mid-century Indian teak furniture, original contemporary art, handmade tiles, wooden hallways and staircases – the ship is altogether chic, meditative and sumptuous. Each day brings with it a hand-crafted food and beverage menu, showcasing the specialties of the land. Each day also allows the guests to explore off shore experiences with an in-house expert guide taking them through the stories of India on and off board.

This unique ship and its immersive itinerary is designed to engage the intellect and the senses as one experiences the many imaginations of India in the comfort of a luxurious cruise.

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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Ganga Vilas - Main Deck

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Main Deck Front Suite

Main Deck Front Suite. 255 SQ FT/ 24 SQ M.

Main Deck Suite

Main Deck Suite. 255 SQ FT/ 24 SQ M.

Upper Deck Front Suite

Upper Deck Front Suites. 255 SQ FT/ 24 SQ M.

Upper Deck Suite

Upper Deck Suites. 255 SQ FT/ 24 SQ M.