From Kolkata to Mumbai · Europe (River) · 15 nights
The beautiful, colonially-inspired Ganges Voyager II carries just 56 lucky guests along India’s most sacred river.
One of the few ultra-luxury ships operating on the Ganges, this
intimate vessel accommodates just a handful of guests in spacious
suites with high ceilings, French balconies and elegant interiors.
The luxurious amenities include soft linens, rain showers and
interactive flat-screen TVs.
Formerly known as Calcutta, Kolkata was the capital of British India, and is now the capital of West Bengal. During the British colonial era, frenzied building took place, with strong European influences - British, but also Portuguese and French. The City of Palaces boasts palatial mansions on every corner, most sadly now in various stages of impressive decay. The city boasts numerous museums and libraries, as well as number of lavish administrative buildings and grand hotels, clubs, statues and memorials - all remnants of its colonial past. Alongside these, vibrant temples provide an exciting contrast.
Kalna, also known as Ambika Kalna, is a city on the banks of the Bhagirathi river in West Bengal, renowned for its complex of magnificent 19th century terracotta temples dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.
Murshidabad is a city rich in history, formerly the capital of Bengal under the Mughal emperors and an important administrative centre for the British Raj. Key sights include the sprawling neoclassical Hazarduari Palace, the most visible reminder of British rule, and the remarkable 18th-century Katra Mosque.
Formerly known as Calcutta, Kolkata was the capital of British India, and is now the capital of West Bengal. During the British colonial era, frenzied building took place, with strong European influences – British, but also Portuguese and French.
Mayapur is the headquarters of the ISKCON, better known as the Hare Krishna movement, and the colourful Krishna temple is a must-visit. The city is considered the birthplace of the 15th century mystic Lord Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, who first popularised the chanting of the Hare Krishna mantra.
Formerly known as Calcutta, Kolkata was the capital of British India, and is now the capital of West Bengal. During the British colonial era, frenzied building took place, with strong European influences – British, but also Portuguese and French.
Formerly known as Bombay, this amazing city is larger than life and packed to bursting with things to see and do. Here people of all religions and nationalities live cheek by jowl, thriving communities from all over the world with the foods, smells, languages and rituals maintained at top volume.
