ANTARA FLAGSHIP. THE REGAL SANCTUARY. 3 NIGHTS / 4 DAYS

Kolkata – Nabadwip

(Mayapur) Upstream

KOLKATA ✦ BALLY BRIDGE ✦ BANDEL ✦ KALNA ✦ NABADWIP / MAYAPUR

Aboard MV Bengal Ganga • Sacred Riverbank Odyssey from Uttarpara Jetty to Nabadwip Dham

FARES
FROM $1510 / guest

VOYAGE CARTOGRAPHY

Sailing the Sacred
Bhagirathi-Hooghly

A brief and profound insight into the illustrious cultural heritage of Bengal. Voyage upstream along the sanctified Bhagirathi-Hooghly artery, visiting the historical 19th-century Shiya center of Hooghly Imambara, the majestic concentric terracotta shrines of Kalna, and the grand spiritual heart of Nabadwip Dham.

From the colonial European docks of Bally and Bandel to the handloom artisan quarters where heritage cotton sarees are spun, every bend of the river unveils royal dynasties, monastic sanctuary, and architectural grandeur preserved across centuries.

CARTOGRAPHIC STUDY

The Upstream Trajectory

THE ANTARA STANDARD

Inclusive Expedition Privileges

Every nuance of your passage is delicately orchestrated, allowing you to dwell fully within the unfolding landscapes.

Chef-Curated Fine Dining

Meals and complimentary beverages, daily breakfast, and sumptuous fine dining experiences served onboard reflecting authentic Bengali culinary traditions and continental refinement.

DAILY CHAMPAGNE & CELLAR SELECTION

Curated
Excursions

All shore excursions including exclusive guided access to the Nabakailas Temple Complex, Hooghly Imambara tower, and direct meetings with master handloom cotton weavers along the shore.

VIP ACCESS • ZERO CROWDS

Dedicated Historian & Guide

A dedicated scholar and resident tour guide accompanies your voyage, bringing context to riparian antiquities and tailoring excursions towards your personal intellectual interests.

TAILORED PACING & DEEP CONTEXT

HISTORIC PORTS OF CALL

Portraits of Sacred Bengal

From French and Portuguese river bastions to 108 Shiva terracotta shrines, discover the vibrant riparian life along the holy Ganges.

Kolkata

Capital of West Bengal, historic riverfront docks, and grand monuments standing along the Hooghly.

WEAVING & POTTERY

Bandel

Founded by Portuguese settlers in 1660, home to the Hooghly Imambara with its monumental 20kg clock key.

COLONIAL WATERFRONTS

Ambika Kalna

The royal Rajbari precinct featuring 108 Shiva temples in two concentric circles of exquisite carved brick.

CITY OF PALACES

Mayapur & Nabadwip

Birthplace of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and seat of the Sena Kings, renowned for intricate handloom weaving.

CITY OF PALACES

CHRONICLE OF PASSAGE

THE ITINERARY

Four unhurried days along sacred waters, designed with royal comfort, authentic riverboat pacing, and immersive daily shore landings.

DAY 1

Kolkata Embark Tour-
Bally Bridge

Upon arrival in Kolkata, meet and greet and transfer to the Uttarpara Jetty for embarking the ship. Welcome onboard followed by a safety briefing and lunch. We moor for the night on the outskirts of Kolkata city near the Bally Bridge. Overnight onboard MV Bengal Ganga

DAY 2

Bally Bridge - Bandel

This morning we set sail upstream to Bandel, meaning port in Bengali was founded by Portuguese settlers who built the Church and a Monastery around 1660.

In the late afternoon, we visit the Hooghly Imambara, one of the famous Shiya pilgrimage centres in West Bengal, built in 1841 by Haji Mohammad Mahasin. The two-story building and surrounding rooms provid housing for pilgrims as well as classrooms, or Madrasa that teach the Koran. The structure contains a Victorian-
era clock with a winding key weighing 20kg.

Overnight onboard MV Bengal Ganga

DAY 3

Bandel - Kalna

Today we sail further upstream to the temple town of Kalna, arriving by afternoon. Post lunch, ride electric rickshaws to the enchanting Rajbari Temple Complex, which has the highest concentration of temples in the region. Visit the Nabakailas Temple, built in 1809 by the Bardhaman Maharaja, which contains 108 eight slope-roofed shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. Other temples in the complex feature diverse architecture and terra cotta plaques depict themes of Hindu epics, mythical life of Sree Chaitanya, images of Durga, and various aspects of day-to-day life in the region. Return to the ship walking through the local market selling different kinds of seasonal vegetable and fruits.

Overnight onboard MV Bengal Ganga

DAY 4

Kalna – Nabadwip (Mayapur) Disembark / Kolkata Departure (B)

Overnight onboard MV Bengal Ganga

THE FLAGSHIP VESSEL

MV Bengal Ganga

Recently renovated, the gleaming, well-polished Burmese teak and large balconies of the original combine with eclectic 1970s decor that features wood, metal and leather in various combinations, as well as repurposed teak. Large windows, curved motifs, rounded edges and striking colours create a fresh, stylish and restful feel.

54.84 Meters

LENGTH OVERALL

20 Suites

MAX 40 GUESTS

Sun Deck

360-DEGREE SUNSET VIEWINGS

Ayurvedic Spa

WELLNESS DECK & GYM

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