Pandaw Launches New Short Cruise on Hooghly Ganges
“If you’re planning a journey through India, why stop at the places everyone knows?”
Pandaw’s new flexible Hooghly Ganges River cruises make it easy to add Bengal to a wider itinerary. Beginning and ending in Kolkata, they’re designed for travellers who want to experience one of India’s most historic waterways while leaving plenty of time to explore other regions of the country.
“Whether you’re continuing to Darjeeling, Assam, Kerala, or beyond, a few days on the Hooghly Ganges brings a deeper connection to local culture and access to a side of India that many visitors never discover.”
Kolkata to Murshidabad Short Cruise
Discover Bengal in Just 3 or 4 Nights
From $1,440* USD per person
For centuries, the Hooghly Ganges River was the lifeblood of Bengal, carrying merchants, rulers, and travellers between the former capital of Murshidabad and the bustling port of Kolkata. Cruise past riverside villages where life continues much as it has for generations, explore the terracotta temples of Kalna, meet the brass craftsmen of Matiari, and wander through the palaces, mosques, and gardens of Murshidabad. Along the way, discover the stories that shaped one of India’s most influential regions.
Overview
Sail from Kolkata to Baranagar and back on this most enchanting of rivers. This adventure captures the essence of the real India: lovely countryside, magnificent palaces, mystical temples and artisanal villages not to mention very friendly folk.
The itinerary also includes two nights in Kolkata allowing passengers two full days sight-seeing in the former capital of the Indian Raj, with its huge museum, 18th century churches, temples, mosques and architectural splendours.
Late check out on the 10th day enables passengers to stay on board, with full board, as most international flights from India depart at night. Currently with Indian hotels competing with London or Paris in costliness, a ten-day itinerary such as this offers travellers real value as the cruise becomes a stand-alone Pandaw India trip which means that pre and post cruise hotels in Kolkata are not required.
(Pandaw Launches New Short Cruise on Hooghly Ganges)
