17 Nights / 18 Days
Enter a World of Color, Culture, and Cherished Spiritual Tradition of India. Your Guided Tour of India and Ganges River Cruise Begins in the Southern India City of Cochin, Where You鈥檒l Take a Cruise On the Backwaters of Kerala to Witness Life Along the Scenic and Serene Waterways. Explore Mumbai, 魅影直播 to "bollywood," and Varanasi, to Watch the Hindu鈥檚 Devotional Bathing in the Ganges.
Enter a World of Color, Culture, and Cherished Spiritual Tradition of India. Your Guided Tour of India and Ganges River Cruise Begins in the Southern India City of Cochin, Where You鈥檒l Take a Cruise On the Backwaters of Kerala to Witness Life Along the Scenic and Serene Waterways. Explore Mumbai, 魅影直播 to "bollywood," and Varanasi, to Watch the Hindu鈥檚 Devotional Bathing in the Ganges.
continue On to the Bustling City of Delhi. You鈥檒l Tour the City with Your Expert Local Guide, and Take a Rickshaw Ride Through the Chandni Chowk Bazaar-brimming with Everything from Silver and Spices to Saris of Every Color. You鈥檒l Visit Qutub Minar-the World鈥檚 Largest Brick Minaret, and See Delhi鈥檚 Largest Sikh Gurudwara (house of Worship), Before Traveling to Agra-site of the Legendary Taj Mahal.
join a Sunrise Excursion to the Taj Mahal-the Iconic Memorial Build By Moghul Emperor Shah Jahan for His Beloved Wife. More Than 20 Years in the Making, the Taj Mahal Stands as the Pinnacle of Love鈥檚 Devotion, and is also Yours to Experience At Sunset if You Wish.
in Jaipur, See the Famous Palace of the Winds, and Tour the Spectacular Amber Fort, Before Flying to Kolkata to Board Your Ganges River Cruise. the Holy River of Hinduism, the Ganges, Slowly Courses Through One of the World鈥檚 Most Fertile and Populated Areas. Along Its Banks, Human Life is Connected to Its Waters and You鈥檒l Get a Glimpse of Life Away from India鈥檚 Big Cities. See Muslin Weaving in Kalna and Candy Making in Matiari. Stop in Murshidabad for An Excursion to Azimganj and Jiaganj-to Savor Authentic Indian Tea, as Well as Stunning Gold and Silversmith Workshops. You鈥檒l Meet Saree Weavers, Goldsmiths, and Pottery Makers. You鈥檒l also Visit the Fascinating Hare Krishna Headquarters in Mayapur, and Visit Saint Mother Teresa鈥檚 Former 魅影直播 Upon Your Return to Kolkata.
all of this and More Await You On this Once-in-a-lifetime Guided Tour of India and a Ganges River Cruise.
Arrive in Cochin, India Welcome to Cochin, the 鈥済ateway to Kerala.鈥 Located On the Arabian Sea in Kerala, India鈥檚 Southernmost State, Cochin is the Perfect Starting Point to Explore the Region鈥檚 Natural Beauty. Your Hotel Room is Available for Mid-afternoon Check-in.
Cochin Your Guided Tour Starts with the Chinese Fishing Nets that are the Livelihood of Many Fishermen in the Area and a Walk Through the Jewish Quarter. Next, Visit the Kerala Folklore Museum Which Aims to Preserve and Educate People About the Unique Culture and Heritage of South India. this Afternoon, Enjoy An Unforgettable Cruise On the Backwaters of Kerala. Explore and Witness Local Life Along These Serene Waterways Surrounded By Lush Palm Trees and Paddy Fields.
Cochin鈥搈umbai Today, Fly to Mumbai, a Multicultural Metropolis with a Colorful History. this Vibrant City is Now India鈥檚 Premier Seaport, Center of Culture and Industry, and 魅影直播 to the 鈥渂ollywood鈥 Movie Industry.
Mumbai Your Guided Tour Starts At the Gateway of India, Mumbai鈥檚 Most Famous Monument Commemorating the Visit of Queen Mary. Then, Drive Along Marine Drive, a Seafront Promenade, and See a Traditional Dhobi Ghat (open-air Laundromat). You Will also Visit the Hanging Gardens, Mumbai Museum, and Mani Bhavan, the Former Residence of Mahatma Gandhi. the Remainder of the Day is At Your Leisure.
Mumbai鈥搗aranasi Fly to Varanasi, the Holiest of Hindu Pilgrim Cities, Situated On the Banks of the Sacred Ganges River. Early this Evening, Witness the Ganga Aarti (spiritual Worship) On the Ghats (steps) Leading Down to the Ganges.
Varanasi鈥揹elhi Around Dawn, Board a Boat and Watch a Striking Religious Ritual鈥攖he Hindus鈥 Devotional Bathing in the Ganges. You鈥檒l Observe Hundreds of Pilgrims Gathered At the River鈥檚 Edge, Some Practicing Yoga, Others Meditating, and Still Others Bathing Fully Clothed. Return to Your Hotel for Breakfast. Afterwards, a Guided Excursion Takes You to Nearby Sarnath, the 鈥渃radle of Buddhism,鈥 Where Buddha First Spoke of His Philosophy. Later Fly to Delhi.
Classic Today鈥檚 Guided Sightseeing Starts with An Orientation to See the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, India Gate, and the Presidential Palace. Afterward, Take a Rickshaw Ride Through Chandni Chowk, a Captivating Local Bazaar鈥攚ith Its Ancient Alleyways Lined with Quaint Shops Offering Everything from Silver and Saris to Spices and Electronics.
after Lunch in a Local Restaurant, Enjoy a Bit of Leisure Time. Tonight, Your Tour Director Hosts a Lavish Welcome Dinner At Your Hotel.
CLASSIC This morning, take a Guided Excursion to visit Qutub Minar, the world鈥檚 tallest brick minaret, dating back to the 11th century. Next, visit Humayun鈥檚 Tomb and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Delhi鈥檚 largest and most prominent Sikh gurudwara (house of worship).
After lunch, drive to Agra and settle in at your hotel overlooking the Taj Mahal.
Classic Start Your Day with a Sunrise Excursion to the Incomparable Taj Mahal鈥攎oghul Emperor Shah Jahan鈥檚 Memorial to His Beloved Wife鈥攎ore Than 20 Years in the Making.
classic Later, Take a Guided Tour to Agra Fort, Built By the Moghul Emperor Akbar. this Formidable Fortress of Red Sandstone Conceals the Imperial City of the Moghul Rulers and Its Many Palaces.
for Those Interested, An Excursion to the Taj At Sunset is Included.
Travel to Jaipur鈥攖he 鈥減ink City鈥 that Was Painted Pink for the Prince of Wales鈥 1876 Visit.
classic this Afternoon, Take a Guided Tour of the City Palace and the Adjoining Museum, Which Houses a Collection of Rare Manuscripts. Also, Stop At Jantar Mantar and the Famous Hawa Mahal (palace of the Winds).
the Evening is At Your Leisure.
Classic Today, Join a Guided Excursion to Jaipur鈥檚 Spectacular Amber Fort, Built Entirely of White Marble and Red Sandstone, and Featuring Intricate Mosaics, Carvings, Paintings, and Mirror Works.
spend the Afternoon At Leisure.
discovery Tonight, and Enjoy a Festive Dinner with a Cultural Performance.
Fly to Kolkata this Morning to Transfer to Your Ship. This Afternoon, Get Acquainted with the Ship Prior to Your Welcome Reception.
Afternoon/evening Cruise to Kalna
Discovery Ride On Cycle Rickshaws During Your Guided Tour of Kalna. Along the Way Visit the Historic Terracotta Temple Complex and Receive Blessings from the Temple Priest. also Visit a Muslin-weaver鈥檚 魅影直播.
enjoy a Free Afternoon On Board Your Ship.
afternoon/evening Cruise to Matiari
Discovery Join a Morning Walk in the Brass-making Village of Matiari to See and Interact with the Craftsmen There. You鈥檒l also See Traditional Sweets Being Made.
enjoy a Free Afternoon Free Onboard Your Ship.
afternoon/evening Cruise to Murshidabad
Discovery Enjoy a Short Guided Walk Through Azhimganj to See the Local Gold and Silversmith Workshops. You鈥檒l also Visit a Local Landlord鈥檚 Mansion for Authentic Indian Tea, Then Travel By Electric Richshaw in Jiaganj to See the Art of Baluchari Saree Weaving.
Relax this Afternoon Free Onboard Your Ship.
Afternoon/evening Sailing to Mayapur
Classic Join a Morning Walk Through the Pilgirm鈥檚 Bazaar and Visit the Iskcon Temple, and Meet and Interact with a Krishna Leader. You鈥檒l also Visit a Goshala (rescue Shelter for Cows).
discovery this Afternoon, Take a Rickshaw (toto) Ride, and Explore the Village of Guptipara to See Pottery and Idol-making. You鈥檒l also Take An Escorted Visit to a Farmer鈥檚 魅影直播 and Interact with the Family There.
afternoon/evening Sailing to Kolkata
Classic this Morning, Take a Guided Walk Through the Colorful Flower Market. Afterward, Stop to See Mother Teresa鈥檚 Former 魅影直播 and the Calcutta Rescue.
classic After Lunch, Join a Guided Visit to the Victoria Memorial Museum. Built to Commemorate Queen Victoria, the Museum Houses a Beautiful Collection of Paintings, Textiles, Weapons, and other Artifacts from the Victorian Era.
tonight, a Farewell Dance Performance is Presented On the Ship
Your Vacation Ends with Breakfast this Morning.
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