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Cox and Kings Cruising the Lower Ganges

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Sail the sacred Ganges on a seven-night cruise aboard the luxurious ABN Rajmahal. Journey through remote riverside towns, timeless villages, and ancient temples, with plenty of time to relax on deck and admire the ever-changing scenery. Along the way, explore centuries-old mosques, colonial-era palaces, and other historic landmarks that reflect the rich cultural heritage of West Bengal. Each evening, retreat to one of the vessel’s 22 elegant cabins for a peaceful night on the river.

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Accommodation, itinerary & meal basis as described
Local Transfers in a private chauffeur-driven vehicle
The support (if required) of an English speaking local representative
Local guides & entrance fees where applicable
International flights (and domestic flights if applicable)
UK departure and overseas airport taxes

Observe Indian life along the river banks in rural India
Wander through the fields of sleepy Barangar, an idyllic rural village
Witness the traditional process of brass-working in Matiari
Visit the headquarters of the Hari Krishna movement in Mayapur

Day 1 | Fly to Kolkata
Overnight flight from the UK to Kolkata.

Day 2 | Kolkata
Arrive in Kolkata and transfer to the Taj Bengal. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Taj Bengal, Kolkata • Breakfast

Day 3 | Kolkata • Chandernagore
Board the ABN Rajmahal by midday and begin your cruise along the Hooghly River. En route, pass the former Danish colony of Serampore before exploring Barrackpore’s historic cantonment and continuing to Chandernagore.
ABN Rajmahal • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 | Chandernagore • Kalna
Visit Chandernagore’s French colonial landmarks, including Dupleix Palace and the Sacred Heart Church, before exploring the Imambara at Hooghly. Continue cruising to Kalna.
ABN Rajmahal • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 | Kalna • Matiari
Explore Kalna’s remarkable terracotta temples and a traditional muslin-weaving centre before visiting the impressive ISKCON temple at Mayapur. Cruise overnight to Matiari.
ABN Rajmahal • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 | Matiari • Khushbagh
Visit the brass-working village of Matiari, then continue to the historic battlefield of Plassey before mooring near Khushbagh.
ABN Rajmahal • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 | Khushbagh • Baranagar
Explore the Mughal gardens of Khushbagh, the magnificent Hazarduari Palace, Katra Mosque and the elegant Kathgola Palace before overnighting at Baranagar.
ABN Rajmahal • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 | Baranagar • Farakka
Walk through the peaceful village of Baranagar to its terracotta temples before cruising through the scenic lower Ganges to Farakka.
ABN Rajmahal • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9 | Gaur
Full-day excursion to the atmospheric ruins of Gaur, once the medieval capital of eastern India, before rejoining the ship.
ABN Rajmahal • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 | Farakka • Kolkata
Disembark and travel by train to Kolkata for an overnight stay at the Taj Bengal.
Taj Bengal, Kolkata

Day 11 | Fly to the UK
Transfer to the airport for your flight home. • Breakfast

ABN Rajmahal ship

ABN Rajmahal is a 50m long and powered by 3 engines; her extra-shallow draught and a lower profile than conventional designs allow her to cruise further upstream than any of her competitors. ABN Rajmahal has 22 cabins: 14 spacious twin/double cabins on the upper deck; 4 twin/double cabins on the main deck; and 4 single cabins for which we charge no supplement. The décor is stylish and fresh with touches of colonial elegance, brought to life by traditional Indian-inspired designs on hand-blocked cotton fabrics.

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