Tour The Easter Cruise

Transport

Included transportation: Ganges Voyager •Transfers to/from Jetty/Airport for embarkation/disembarkation. •Shore Excursion Program Series including All Admissions •Local transport, Private Motor Coach on All Excursions where applicable.

Others

All sightseeing and activities stated as included.

Meals

Indulge in gourmet gastronomy in the dining room using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking methods. Included Dining & Entertainment: •Expertly Trained Culinary Team providing Buffet Breakfast, Buffet Lunch & Seated Multiple Course Dinner. •Special meal requests like vegan, gluten/lactose free etc. can be arranged with advance information at time of booking / of at least 30 days notice. •Complimentary Indian brand Mineral Water, Tea, Coffee, Fruit Juices & Soft Drinks. •Series of Cultural Performances, Educational Talks, Cooking Classes, Movie Shows and Ship Tour. •Welcome & Farewell Receptions •Spacious Air-conditioned Lounge. •Indoor Board Games and Books to read in the Lounge. •Gym facilities.

Guide

Excursion Amenities: •Shore excursion programme series including all admissions. •Shoe cleaning after excursions. •Welcome drink and cold towel service following excursions. •Individual VOX listening devices throughout the cruise shore excursion program. •Maximum 20-24 guests per guide on all excursions

Accommodation

Handcrafted the all-suite vessel offering privileged access to hidden peoples and landscapes inaccessible by land. There is a place where luxury is comfortable, simplicity is elegant, and supreme indulgence creates a sense of well-being. The day breaks with enchanting views here, and the night falls into a dreamy slumber in your beautifully spacious suite. Accommodations: •1 Maharaja Suite with panoramic French Balcony (400 sq. feet/37 sq. meters). •2 Viceroy Suites with panoramic French Balcony (360 sq. feet/33.4 sq. meters). •6 Colonial Suites with French Balcony (261 sq. feet/24 sq. meters). •6 Signature Suites with French Balcony (261 sq. feet/24 sq. meters). •Maharaja and Viceroy Suites feature a fixed King Bed. •Colonial and Signature Suites offer two twin-size beds that can be converted to one Queen-size bed. •Luxury Honeycomb Spa Robes with Slippers. •All-Natural Spa-quality Bath Amenities. •In-room Electronic Safe & Individual Climate Control. •High-quality linens with Duvet and Premium Mattresses. •Bottled Water Replenished Daily. •Welcome Flower Arrangement and fresh Fruit Upon Arrival. •Complimentary Wireless Internet in All Public Areas. •Make-up Mirror & Hair Dryer. •Alarm Clock & Multi-Configuration Plugs. •Generous Closet Space and Under-Bed Storage. •Flat Screen LCD Television with Movie System. •Mini Bar. •Tea/Coffee Maker in premium suites Viceroy and Maharaja. Additional amenities for Maharaja & Viceroy Suite Guests; Butler Service to Include: •Nightly Turndown Service. •Assistance with Pillow Menu Selection. •Presentation of Spa-quality Bath Amenities. •Entertainment System Assistance. •Ensures Accommodations are Immaculate. •Polish and Condition Shoes Upon Request. •Refreshes Ice Bucket.

Not included:

Flights

Flights are not included.

Others

Taxes GST, subject to revision. Waterways/Jetty Passenger Service Fees. Airfare to/from Destination. Specialty Coffees, Wines, Beer & Spirits. Shipboard Gratuities. All Incidentals / expenses of a personal nature.

Optional

Available on chargeable basis: •Specialty Coffees. •Alcoholic beverages / Full service Bar with Indian and imported liquor (wine, beer, spirits). •Spa Facilities. •Boutique. •Laundry.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Day 1 Sat, 30 Mar 2024 Arrive Kolkata - Embarkation (L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 Arrive Kolkata - Embarkation (L/D)

EMBARKATION: 12:00 HRS

Arrive in Kolkata and transfer to the jetty to embark on the ship. Lunch onboard. Thereafter a Panoramic Tour of Dalhousie Square’s heritage buildings; St. John’s Church and the Victoria Memorial.

Dinner & overnight onboard Ganges Voyager
Day 2 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 Kolkata Tour – Bally Bridge (Easter) (B/L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 Kolkata Tour – Bally Bridge (Easter) (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 ship for lunch. 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.

Celebrate Easter on board with festive decorations and activities.

Dinner & overnight onboard Ganges Voyager
Day 3 Mon, 1 Apr 2024 Bally Bridge – Bandel (B/L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Mon, 1 Apr 2024 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 Ganges Voyager
Day 4 Tue, 2 Apr 2024 Bandel – Kalna (B/L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tue, 2 Apr 2024 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 Ganges Voyager
Day 5 Wed, 3 Apr 2024 Kalna – Nabadwip – Mayapur (B/L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Wed, 3 Apr 2024 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 Ganges Voyager
Day 6 Thu, 4 Apr 2024 Mayapur – Guptipara – Fulia (B/L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thu, 4 Apr 2024 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 Ganges Voyager
Day 7 Fri, 5 Apr 2024 Fulia – Chandernagore – Serampore – Kolkata (B/L/D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fri, 5 Apr 2024 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 Ganges Voyager
Day 8 Sat, 6 Apr 2024 Kolkata Disembark (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Sat, 6 Apr 2024 Kolkata Disembark (B)

DISEMBARKATION: 09:00 HRS

Following breakfast disembark the ship and transfer for your onward journey.

Important Note:

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. The onboard tour staff will announce or post the exact time for each activity.

The letters in parentheses indicate the included meal of the day B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner.

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The Easter Cruise

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Itinerary of your trip The Easter Cruise

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 Arrive Kolkata - Embarkation (L/D)

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 Kolkata Tour – Bally Bridge (Easter) (B/L/D)

Mon, 1 Apr 2024 Bally Bridge – Bandel (B/L/D)

Tue, 2 Apr 2024 Bandel – Kalna (B/L/D)

Wed, 3 Apr 2024 Kalna – Nabadwip – Mayapur (B/L/D)

Thu, 4 Apr 2024 Mayapur – Guptipara – Fulia (B/L/D)

Fri, 5 Apr 2024 Fulia – Chandernagore – Serampore – Kolkata (B/L/D)

Sat, 6 Apr 2024 Kolkata Disembark (B)

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