Lower Ganges Historic Hoogly River Cruise (From Farakka To Kolkata or Vice Versa) 8D7N

From A$2,700.00 Per Person, Twin Share

At a Glance

Navigate Hooghly's embrace on this unique cruise, offering a return journey by rail for a touch of nostalgia. Unravel the river's stories from Farakka to Kolkata on a spellbinding 8 day cruise odyssey along the Lower Ganges. Explore Murshidabad's Nawab history, Gaur's Islamic gems and the venerable terracotta temples of Kalna and Baranagar; testaments to the grandeur of India's treasured legacy. Submit to a journey that blends tradition and charm.

Your journey begins with a 4 hours scenic train travel from Kolkata to Farakka where the opulent ABN Rajmahal waits for your grand cruise voyage. Dive into Gaur's historical embrace, its mosques and palaces echoing tales. Cruise through mornings, explore Jangipur's soul, and uncover treasures like Hazarduari Palace and the Katra Mosque. Khushbagh's Mughal garden cradles Nawab tombs, while Baranagar's terracotta ...

Trip Highlights

  • Visit the iconic Katra Mosque and splendid Katgola Palace
  • Immerse yourself in the captivating village of Baranagar and its terracotta temples
  • Explore the rich historical heritage of Gaur under both Hindu and Muslim rule, discovering remnants of mosques and palaces
  • Visit the monumental Adina Mosque in Pandua, showcasing 14th-century brilliance
  • Sail along the meandering Lower Ganges and moor in Baranagar
  • Uncover history at the historical landmarks of Chandernagore, Dupleix Palace, and Barrackpore's cantonment
  • Enjoy the amenities of the luxury boutique ship, ABN Rajmahal, which allows you to unwind and rejuvenate in elegance befitting royalty
  • Explore Hazarduari Palace in Murshidabad with its extensive artefact collection

What's Included

  • 7 nights' accommodation on the ABN Rajmahal on a twin-share basis
  • All meals onboard
  • All excursions and entry fees
  • All transfers as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Service of an English-speaking guide onboard and during excursions

Itinerary

DAY 1 TRAIN RIDE FROM KOLKATO TO FARAKKA & BOARD YOUR LUXURY VESSEL
ABN Rajmahal
Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2 TRANQUIL VISTAS & HISTORICAL ECHOES FROM JANGIPUR TO BARANAGAR
ABN Rajmahal
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3 UNCOVER RURAL INDIA: BARANAGAR VILLAGE & TERRACOTTA TEMPLES
ABN Rajmahal
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4 TRACING BENGAL'S LEGACY
ABN Rajmahal
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5 JOURNEY TO THE HEART OF TRADITION AND SPIRITUALITY: MATIARI & MAYAPUR
ABN Rajmahal
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6 CYCLE RICKSHAWS AND UNEARTH STUNNING HISTORICAL ARCHIVES
ABN Rajmahal
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7 UNVEILING CHANDERNAGORE AND BARRACKPORE TO KOLKATA
ABN Rajmahal
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8 DISEMBARKATION AND FAREWELL TO KOLKATA
None
Breakfast

Accommodation

Dates & Prices

The price is based on the lowest cateogry cabin on the avaialble departure date (e.g. Main Deck Cabin). Please contact us for available cabin types and prices. Single supplement is available. Please contact us for group and private departures. 

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How To Get There

- The start and finish point is Kolkata

- Major commercial flights provide convenient access to Kolkata. The closest major airport is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) and is 18 km from the centre of Kolkata.

- Transfers are included from hotel or airport to the train station at Kolkata. Estimated departure time from Kolkata is 2:25PM and arrival time is approximately 6:42PM at Farakka. Cruise embarkation is at around 07:15 PM

- Disembarkation is after breakfast at around 08:30AM. The usual embarkation and disembarkation port at Kolkata usually remains River Traffic Police Jetty (also known as Outram Ghat). The jetty is at Central Kolkata, with included transfers to Kolkata central hotels which is approximately 20 minutes' drive or Kolkata Airport which is 1 hour drive.

Weather & Climate

The climate along the lower Ganges, particularly in regions like Kolkata and surrounding areas, is influenced by its proximity to the Bay of Bengal and the broader tropical climate of the Indian subcontinent. Here's a general overview:

  • Summer (March to June): Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures ranging from 30°C to 40°C (86°F to 104°F) or even higher. Humidity levels can be quite high, especially closer to the Bay of Bengal. This period can be uncomfortable for many travelers due to the intense heat.
  • Monsoon (June to September): The monsoon season brings heavy rainfall and cooler temperatures. The region receives a significant amount of rain during this period, with the monsoon winds carrying moisture from the Bay of Bengal. Flooding can occur in certain areas due to the heavy rains.
  • Post-Monsoon (October to November): After the monsoon, the weather starts to become more pleasant. Temperatures begin to drop, and the humidity decreases. This can be a good time to visit as the weather is more comfortable.
  • Winter (December to February): Winters in the lower Ganges region are mild and relatively dry. Temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). This is the peak tourist season, as the weather is pleasant and suitable for outdoor activities.

Keep in mind that weather patterns can vary from year to year, and the proximity to the Bay of Bengal can also lead to sudden weather changes.

Other Information

Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.

Payment Detail
All pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.

A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 90 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 90 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.

Single Supplement
All accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.

General Cancellation Policies
- Outside of 90 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee
- Within 90 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited
- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption
- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurance

Please Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.

Liability
The participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.

Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.

Child Policy
Please consult travel consultant on age limit.

Changes to Itineraries
Local conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.

Changes in Prices
While we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.

Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.

Cancellation by The Tour Operator
The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a tour with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the tour has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any tour up to 60 days prior to departure if the minimum number requirement is unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the tour or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.

Force Majeure
'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.

Evacuations
In rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.
In the genuine spirit of expedition travel, we encourage exploration and adventure offering flexibility in challenging environments. This itinerary is only a guide and is subject to change due to weather, sea and other conditions beyond our control.
For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.

Travel Insurance
In view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.

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