Kolkata – Patna Special Cruise
Kolkata – Patna Special Cruise
Aboard MV Ganga Vilas
INCLUDES
Fine dining
Meals and complimentary beverages, daily breakfast and fine dining experience served onboard
Excursions
All excursions including exclusive use of the onboard.
Private Guide
A dedicated tour guide, whose itinerary can be tailored towards your preferences
Explore the heritage-rich landscapes of India through Kolkata, Murshidabad, Munger, and Patna with expertly curated experiences that showcase colonial architecture, sacred temples, Buddhist heritage, artisan traditions, riverside life, and the timeless beauty of the Ganges River.
Kolkata – Patna Special Cruise Itenaries
Arrival in Kolkata & Embarkation
Arrive in Kolkata and embark aboard MV Ganga Vilas. Enjoy a panoramic city tour featuring Dalhousie Square, St. John’s Church, and the iconic Victoria Memorial before settling into your luxury river voyage.
Kolkata to Kalna
Visit Kolkata’s famous Flower Market and Kumartuli artisan district before sailing upstream beneath the historic Howrah Bridge towards Kalna.
Explore Kalna & Sail to Matiari
Discover the magnificent Rajbari Temple complex and terracotta temples of Kalna before continuing towards Matiari, a riverside village known for traditional craftsmanship.
Matiari to Murshidabad
Experience local artisan workshops in Matiari where skilled craftsmen create beautiful copperware using traditional techniques. Continue sailing towards Murshidabad, famous for its Nawabi heritage and colonial architecture.
Discover Murshidabad
Explore the grand Hazarduari Palace, Katra Mosque, and scenic countryside while learning about Murshidabad’s historical significance during the Mughal and colonial eras.
Farakka Lock & River Cruising
Cruise through the historic Farakka Lock Gate and scenic feeder canals while enjoying birdwatching and panoramic river landscapes en route to Samtaghat.
Scenic Sailing to Bateshwar Sthan
Enjoy a peaceful full-day cruise through the vibrant river life and countryside scenery before arriving at Bateshwar Sthan, an important spiritual and cultural site.
Vikramshila University & Munger
Visit the archaeological ruins of Vikramshila University, one of ancient India’s renowned Buddhist learning centers, before sailing towards Munger.
Explore Munger & Sail to Simaria
Discover the sacred Chandika Sthan Temple and continue cruising along the Ganges towards Simaria while enjoying scenic countryside views.
Simaria to Patna
Experience riverside village life in Simaria before sailing towards Patna, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.
Patna Sightseeing & Disembarkation
After breakfast, visit Golghar and Takht Sri Patna Sahib Gurudwara, an important Sikh pilgrimage site, before disembarking and continuing your onward journey with unforgettable memories of India’s sacred river heritage.
Cruise Booking Form
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