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.
Day 01 Arrive Kolkata (L-D) (By Flight)
On the first day we arrive on-board. In the afternoon we visit Mother Teresa’s home, memorial and the Missionaries of Charity orphanage that she founded. This is followed by a cultural performance in the evening.
Day 02 Kolkata – Bandel – Kalna (B-L-D) (By Ship)
The second day starts with an early morning city-tour of the well-preserved British colonial buildings in Kolkata, including Victoria Memorial Museum. Then, we sail upstream through the European East India Company’s route of the 17th & 19th centuries accompanied by a visit to the Bandel’s Imambara, a colonial-era Islamic school and pilgrim rest house on the riverbank.
Day 03 Kalna – Matiari (B-L-D) (By Ship)
On the third day, enjoy a cycle rickshaw ride to the Rajbari temples in Kalna, built in the 19th century that are adorned with intricate terracotta reliefs of the gods and humans.
Day 04 Matiari – Khushbagh (B-L-D) (By Ship)
The fourth day starts with an early morning walk on the shore side village of Matiari, which is famous for its handcrafted brass and copperware.
Day 05 Khushbagh – Baranagar -Murshidabad (B-L-D) (By Ship)
On the fifth day, we visit Khushbagh, a tomb complex set in scenic fields, built by a local ruler; and the village of Baranagar with its beautiful terracotta temples, built by a rich woman who made her wealth in the colonial trade. Take a walk through local villages and sail to Murshidabad. We walk to the vast Neo-Classical Hazarduari Palace built in the 19th century by a British architect.
Day 06 Murshidabad – Mayapur (B-L-D) (By Ship)
After sailing in the morning, we stop in the village of Mayapur, the headquarters of the ISKCON movement with a new temple comparable in size to the Vatican and largely funded by Alfred B. Ford, the great grandson of car maker Henry Ford. Meet Krishna followers and walk through the pilgrims’ bazaar.
Day 07 Mayapur -Chandernagore – Kolkata (B-L-D) (By Ship)
Day seven starts with a visit to Chandernagore, once a French colony, and explore the French colonial buildings along the promenade. After that, we return to the ship and continue our journey downstream to Kolkata.
Day 08 Kolkata – Depart
Disembark after breakfast and proceed to the Kolkata airport for onward travel.
• Welcome on arrival with fresh flower garlands.
• Meet to attend airports / hotels by our office representative.
• 07 nights in accommodation as per the program.
• Daily breakfast, Lunch and dinners.
• Transfers to / from Jetty for Embarkation / disembarkation
• Sightseeing with an on board guide
• Bottle of wine in your suite on arrival
• All suite river cruise with personalized butler service
• Access to the lounge
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Entrance fees to the monuments.
• Local mineral water
• All taxes.
• International flights
• Laundry
• Port dues ( if Levied)
• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tipping for local guides, bus drivers, boat operators .
• Fuel surcharge
• All beverages except local mineral water
• Travel Insurance.
• Visa If any.
• Accommodation in good hotels.
• Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
• Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost. – Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
• A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
• If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
• Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
• In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
• In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
• While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
• Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
• In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.
