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13-DAY INDIA'S GOLDEN TRIANGLE & THE SACRED GANGES
River cruise and land journey from:
- From NZ$14,349 per person* (Signature Suite Main Deck)
- Please send enquiry for pricing
Destination: India
Your holiday includes:
- 13-day luxury land and river cruise journey through India
- 7-night cruise aboard the elegant Ganges Voyager II
- 2 nights at The Oberoi New Delhi (or similar)
- 1 night at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra (or similar)
- 2 nights at The Oberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur (or similar)
- Flights between Jaipur and Kolkata
- Services of an experienced Uniworld Tour Manager
- All gratuities for onboard and onshore personnel
- Complimentary Wellness Program featuring yoga-inspired experiences
Dining inclusions:
- 12 breakfasts
- 10 lunches
- 9 dinners
- Welcome Gala Dinner
- Farewell Gala Dinner
- Complimentary house wine, local spirits and beer during the cruise
- Soft drinks, tea and coffee throughout the cruise
Journey highlights:
- Explore India's famous Golden Triangle: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur
- Experience a rare opportunity to visit the Taj Mahal at both sunrise and sunset
- Discover the rich cultural and religious heritage of India
- Cruise along the sacred Ganges River
- Visit villages and destinations rarely seen by international travellers
- Explore Kolkata and historic riverside towns along the Ganges
- Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Enjoy fully hosted excursions with expert English-speaking local guides
- Experience authentic cultural enrichment throughout the journey
Travel information:
- Duration: 13 days
- Country visited: India
- 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- 10 days of guided excursions included
- Luxury cruise aboard Ganges Voyager II
- Optional pre-cruise Udaipur extension available
- Optional post-cruise Varanasi extension available
*Lead-in price is based on selected departures and double occupancy. Package includes luxury hotel stays, a 7-night Ganges River cruise, meals as specified, guided excursions, flights between Jaipur and Kolkata, onboard beverages during the cruise, gratuities and wellness experiences. Itinerary, pricing and inclusions are subject to change without notice. Terms and conditions apply.
Itinerary overview:
- Days 1-2: New Delhi
- Day 3: New Delhi to Agra
- Day 4: Agra to Jaipur
- Day 5: Jaipur
- Day 6: Fly to Kolkata and embark Ganges Voyager II
- Day 7: Kalna
- Day 8: Matiari
- Day 9: Murshidabad & Baranagar
- Day 10: Khusbagh & Mayapur
- Day 11: Mayapur & Chandannagar
- Day 12: Kolkata
- Day 13: Kolkata (Disembark)
Itineraries
Day 1
New Delhi
Arrive at New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the Oberoi New Delhi hotel.
Day 2
New Delhi
India’s sprawling capital city is colorful, confounding, and captivating. Your expertly led city tour provides an ideal first foray into this fascinating land. To cap your day taking in the sights of scenic New Delhi, relax this evening over a delicious dinner at the Oberoi.
Day 3
New Delhi, Transfer to Agra
This morning you will check out of your New Delhi hotel and head south via motorcoach to Agra, the site of Shah Jahan’s best-known building project, the exquisite Taj Mahal. You’ll visit the Taj Mahal this afternoon and stay for sunset, as the monument’s changing colors draw comparisons to the shifting mood of the late Emperor’s wife.
Day 4
Agra, Transfer to Jaipur
Is the Taj Mahal best seen at sunset or sunrise? It’s an impossible question to answer, so Uniworld guests have the rare pleasure of experiencing both. Wake up early this morning to see the white marble monument aglow with the rosy tinge of dawn. You’ll spend your next two nights at the beautiful Oberoi Rajvilas. The luxury hotel sits on 32 acres of landscaped gardens and is built around an ancient Shiva temple.
Day 5
Jaipur
Pink is the color of hospitality in Rajasthan, which gives you an idea of what to expect in the “Pink City” of Jaipur.
Day 6
Jaipur, Fly to Kolkata (Embark), Cruising the Ganges River
Settle into your beautifully appointed suite aboard the Ganges Voyager II to begin your India river cruise.
Day 7
Kalna
Kalna, once an important trade port on the river, is best known today for the magnificent Hindu temples built by the maharajas of Bardhaman— which you’ll experience today. After marveling at the astonishing Rajbari temple complex, you may opt to walk with your guide through the colorful local market.
Day 8
Matiari
Your ship serves as a time machine today, transporting you hundreds of years into the past, as we travel to the authentic artisan village of Matiari.
Day 9
Murshidabad, Baranagar
Today’s adventures take you to a duo of Bengali towns—Murshidabad and Baranagar—each one boasting surprising and beautiful architectural monuments closely linked to the ruling families of the area.
Day 10
The Ganges, Khusbagh, Mayapur
One of the world’s most sacred bodies of water, the Ganges River flows through a myriad of small villages and highly populated cities throughout India and Bangladesh. Take in the remarkable scenery as you sail and be on the lookout for a rare sighting of the endangered Ganges river dolphin.
Also today, watch as a skilled practitioner of mehndi demonstrates how the intricate henna patterns are created, and discover the meanings of the traditional motifs.
Day 11
Mayapur, Chandannagar
Few places of worship exist on such a head-spinning scale as what you will witness today in Mayapur, the center of the international Hare Krishna movement and home to the new Temple of the Vedic Planetarium, still under construction. Most students of history know a thing or two about the British colonial powers in India, but few are aware that the French had colonies here as well. You’ll visit this former French outpost today.
This evening, enjoy a Farewell dinner and take in a lively cultural dance performance, complete with music and dancing.
Day 12
Kolkata
The city of Kolkata is synonymous with the enduring legacies of Mother Teresa and the colonial-era British Raj, both of which you will get better acquainted with today.
Day 13
Kolkata (Disembark)
Your incredible Indian adventure ends early this morning, as you disembark the ship. If you have arranged a Uniworld departure transfer, you will be transferred to the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport for your flight home. Or, extend your journey with an optional extension to Varanasi.
- 13-day luxury land and river cruise journey through India
- 7-night cruise aboard the elegant Ganges Voyager II
- 2 nights at The Oberoi New Delhi (or similar)
- 1 night at The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra (or similar)
- 2 nights at The Oberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur (or similar)
- Flights between Jaipur and Kolkata
- Services of an experienced Uniworld Tour Manager
- All gratuities for onboard and onshore personnel
- Complimentary Wellness Program featuring yoga-inspired experiences
Dining inclusions:
- 12 breakfasts
- 10 lunches
- 9 dinners
- Welcome Gala Dinner
- Farewell Gala Dinner
- Complimentary house wine, local spirits and beer during the cruise
- Soft drinks, tea and coffee throughout the cruise
Journey highlights:
- Explore India's famous Golden Triangle: Delhi, Agra and Jaipur
- Experience a rare opportunity to visit the Taj Mahal at both sunrise and sunset
- Discover the rich cultural and religious heritage of India
- Cruise along the sacred Ganges River
- Visit villages and destinations rarely seen by international travellers
- Explore Kolkata and historic riverside towns along the Ganges
- Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Enjoy fully hosted excursions with expert English-speaking local guides
- Experience authentic cultural enrichment throughout the journey
Travel information:
- Duration: 13 days
- Country visited: India
- 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- 10 days of guided excursions included
- Luxury cruise aboard Ganges Voyager II
- Optional pre-cruise Udaipur extension available
- Optional post-cruise Varanasi extension available
- Travel Insurance – your North Travel consultant can provide you with a quote. Get a quote now.
- Tourism visa or transit visa if required
- Upgrades to Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class available and to be quote at the time of booking.
- Itinerary deviations (e.g. extensions or specific airline requests). This will be quoted by a North Travel consultant at the time of booking.
- Professional service fee's (if any)
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