Ganges Voyager II, 15 Night Cruise & Rail: The Sacred Ganges & the Maharajas’ Express ex Calcutta (Kolkata), India to Delhi India

Start your journey onboard the luxurious riverboat, the Ganges Voyager II. Travel to villages lining the Ganges River that only a few people get to see each year and experience our Wellness Program, centered around the destination’s ancient tradition and practice of yoga. From the awe-inspiring Hindu temple complexes of Kalna to the colorful flower markets of Kolkata, your Ganges voyage delves deeply into the myriad charms of India’s culture.

Then your travels continue onshore to explore India’s star cities by the Maharajas’ Express. This glamorous train will take you to Agra for the Taj Mahal, the Pink City of Jaipur and the Blue City of Jodhpur, the romantic “Venice of the East” Udaipur, New Delhi, and Mumbai, home to India’s famous Bollywood film industry. All this and more await on a once-in-a-lifetime voyage through India.

Note: For the January departure, the rail portion of this itinerary will begin in New Delhi and travel to Mumbai. For all other departures, the rail portion will begin in Mumbai and travel to New Delhi.

Day 1 – Kolkata (Embark)
Arrive at Kolkata Airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the Ganges Voyager II.

Day 2 – Kalna
Kalna, once an important trade port on the river, is best known today for the magnificent Hindu temples built by the maharajas of Bardhaman— which you’ll experience today. After marveling at the astonishing Rajbari temple complex, you may opt to walk with your guide through the colorful local market.

Day 3 – Matiari
Your ship serves as a time machine today, transporting you hundreds of years into the past, as we travel to the authentic artisan village of Matiari.
* This evening, following dinner onboard, take in a lively Bollywood-style show, complete with music and dancing.

Day 4 – Murshidabad, Baranagar
Today’s adventures take you to a duo of Bengali towns—Murshidabad and Baranagar—each one boasting surprising and beautiful architectural monuments closely linked to the ruling families of the area.

Day 5 – Cruising the Ganges, Khusbagh
One of the world’s most sacred bodies of water, the Ganges River flows through a myriad of small villages and highly populated cities throughout India and Bangladesh. Take in the remarkable scenery as you sail and be on the lookout for a rare sighting of the endangered Ganges river dolphin.
* Wellness: You may choose to relax and unwind with a body massage or treatment onboard at the soothing Voyager Spa.

Day 6 – Mayapur, Chandannagar
Few places of worship exist on such a head-spinning scale as what you will witness today in Mayapur, the center of the international Hare Krishna movement and home to the new Temple of the Vedic Planetarium, still under construction. Most students of history know a thing or two about the British colonial powers in India, but few are aware that the French had colonies here as well. You’ll visit this former French outpost today.

Day 7 – Kolkata
The city of Kolkata is synonymous with the enduring legacies of Mother Teresa and the colonial-era British Raj, both of which you will get better acquainted with today.

Day 8 – Kolkata (Disembark), Fly to Mumbai
Disembark the ship for your flight to Mumbai. Take the afternoon at leisure to rest at your hotel, The Oberoi Mumbai, which is situated right on the coast of the Arabian sea.

Day 9 – Mumbai (Embark)
Settle into your cabin onboard The Maharajas’ Express as your journey by rail begins.

Day 10 – Udaipur
Sprawling across seven lakes and a range of hillsides, Udaipur has earned itself the moniker “the Venice of the East.” It is certainly amongst the most scenic locales in all of India, and a highlight of our adventures in this many splendored country. During your explorations of Udaipur today, sit for lunch at a local spot in town.

Day 11 – Jodhpur
Having seen India’s “Pink City” already, now it’s time for you to visit the “Blue City” of Jodhpur. Swaths of brightly painted blue houses can be found throughout the city’s streets. Once an indication that a Brahmin—a member of India’s priestly class—inhabited a dwelling, the blue color later became emblematic of the city itself and a popular choice amongst its residents.
* Later this evening, enjoy dinner off the train at an exclusive venue.

Day 12 – Bikaner
Gaze out at the countryside while you enjoy breakfast onboard. In the 15th century, what was once a barren desert gave rise to a princely city carved of red sandstone. This city, Bikaner, is the site of your explorations today. Enjoy some free time in the morning to explore on your own or relax onboard before our afternoon explorations. Tonight, a special dinner experience awaits in the deserts outside the city.

Day 13 – Jaipur
Pink is the color of hospitality in northwestern India, which gives you an idea of what to expect in the “Pink City” of Jaipur. Spend the morning visiting the city’s famous Amber Fort, and the evening enjoying dinner out at an exclusive venue.

Day 14 – Ranthambore, Fatehpur Sikri
Today you will visit stunning Ranthambore, home to a national park known for its large population of Bengal tigers.

Day 15 – Agra, New Delhi (Disembark)
Start the day early with a visit to the majestic Taj Mahal, then return to the train as you head towards New Delhi where you will disembark the train and transfer to your luxury hotel, The Oberoi New Delhi.

Day 16 – New Delhi
Check out of your hotel. If you have arranged a Uniworld departure transfer, you will be transferred to the airport in New Delhi for your flight home.

The ship’s spacious suites are a serene sanctuary, with beautiful hand-painted murals and all the comforts of a five-star hotel. All suites have a cozy sitting area and a French balcony with floor-to-ceiling glass doors. A bed dressed in soft linens, with a choice of pillows. Your roomy bathroom has a rain shower, comfy robes and slippers, and spa-quality bath products. Other high-end amenities include a generous amount of closet space, under-bed storage, a flat-screen television with a wide selection of on-demand movies, individual climate control, glass bottled water replenished daily, fresh fruit and flowers upon arrival, makeup mirrors, and universal electrical plugs.

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Ganges Voyager II - Main Deck

Ganges Voyager II - Upper Deck

Ganges Voyager II - Sun Deck

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Maharaja Suite

Maharaja Suite (400 sq ft – 37.2 sq m)
Note that the Maharaja Suite has a fixed four-poster bed that cannot be separated
Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship

Viceroy Suite

Viceroy Suite (360 sq ft – 33.4 sq m)
Note that Viceroy Suites have a fixed four-poster bed that cannot be separated
Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship

Heritage Suite

Heritage Suite (280 sq ft – 26 sq m)
Note that Heritage Suites have a fixed four-poster bed that cannot be separated
Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship

Colonial Suite

Colonial Suite (261 sq ft – 24.2 sq m)
Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship

Signature Suite

Signature Suite (261 sq ft – 24.2 sq m)
Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship