Kolkata to Patna
13 DAYS
Traversing the Ganges River from Kolkata up to Patna on a mesmerizing journey through different time periods – colonial, medieval and ancient and experiencing the multi-faceted cultures along the riverbank intertwined with the present.
ANTARA DESTINATION DISCOVERIES
From active or relaxing to adventurous or enriching, our inclusive and optional Destination Discoveries offer you a world of choice. Plus, Antara is the only river cruise line that allows you to select your shoreside experiences in advance, before you arrive to the ship.
EMBARKATION – KOLKATA
DAY 1
Arrival in Kolkata and transfer to the jetty to embark the ship and enjoy lunch on board. Afternoon Panoramic Tour and visit to Mother Teresa’s Home. Enjoy cultural performance onboard.
Overnight onboard Ganga Vilas
Kolkata – Kalna
DAY 2
Morning visit to the Flower Market and Kumartuli, a traditional potters’ quarter, renowned for its sculpting prowess. Afternoon sail upstream passing below the Howrah Bridge and seeing various colonial buildings along the Ganges River.
Kalna – Matiari
DAY 3
Enjoy a rickshaw ride in Kalna to visit the enchanting Rajbari Temple complex that features diverse architecture and terracotta plaques depicting themes of Hindu epics and various aspects of day-to-day life in the region. Return to the ship walking through the local market and sail onward to arrive at the shore-side village of Matiari.
Matiari - Murshidabad
DAY 4
Early this morning walk in the village to see and experience the craftsmen at work creating beautiful handcrafted brass items in their home their workshops. Sail onward to Murshidabad, a hidden architectural gem with dramatic whitewashed colonial era structures.
Overnight onboard Ganga Vilas
Murshidabad – Jangipur
DAY 5
We begin the day by visiting the Katra mosque, with its distinctive minarets. Thereafter proceed to visit the Hazarduari Palace, which dominates the waterfront. Built in the Greek “Doric” style the palace has more than a thousand real and false doors and is filled with colonial era antiques, artwork and manuscripts. Return to the ship and sail towards Jangipur
River day Jangipur – Samtaghat
DAY 6
We will cast off early in the morning to reach the historic Farakka Lock Gate. After crossing the lock we cruise through the connecting canal to the Ganges revealing vast panoramas. We continue sail towards Samtaghat.
Overnight onboard Ganga Vilas
River day Samtaghat – Bateshwarsthan
DAY 7
Today we sail full day towards Bateshwarsthan. Enjoy the amenities onboard. You will be fascinated by the passing landscape and the lively life on the river.
Bateshwarsthan – Sultanganj
DAY 8
Morning excursion to the excavation site of the 8th century Vikramshila University, which along with Nalanda, was one of the most important Buddhist centres of learning. We return to the ship and sail towards Sultanganj.
Overnight onboard Ganga Vilas
Sultanganj – Munger
DAY 9
After breakfast excursion of Sultanganj, where there are two prominent granite rock-islands in the river that are connected to the mainland by a causeway. On one island is a mosque and on the other is a 16th century Shiva Temple that will be visited. Thereafter sail towards Munger.
Overnight onboard Ganga Vilas
Munger
DAY 10
Spend the day in Munger visiting the Chandika Sthan Temple, a Shakti Peetha dedicated to Goddess Shakti, where her left eye is said to have fallen. Visit the 12th century Munger Fort and walk in the nearby local market, which is popular for fruits and vegetables and other shops of textiles and readymade garments.
Overnight onboard Ganga Vilas
Munger – Simaria
DAY 11
Today we sail full day through wonderful countryside to Patna, the capital and largest city of the State of Bihar.
Overnight onboard Ganga Vilas
River day Simaria – Patna
DAY 12
Today we sail full day through wonderful countryside to Patna, the capital and largest city of the State of Bihar.
Overnight onboard Ganga Vilas
Patna Disembark
DAY 13
Disembark the ship after breakfast and proceed for a sightseeing tour of Patna visiting the Golghar, Patna Museum and Gurudwara. Thereafter transfer to the Patna airport for your onward journey.
