ANTARA FLAGSHIP EXPEDITIONS · THE SACRED WATERWAYS COLLECTION · 8 NIGHTS / 9 DAYS
Upper Assam
Cruise
Aboard MV Ganga Vilas. Experience the Upper Assam luxury river cruise from Nimati to Guwahati, exploring Kaziranga National Park, Majuli Island, and Assam’s heritage towns while enjoying premium onboard hospitality.
- HISTORIC BRAHMAPUTRA EXPEDITION
- ONLY 18 BOUTIQUE SUITES
FARES
FROM
$6640
/ guest
THE CURATED PASSAGE
The Warmth of Indian Hospitality along
Storied Waters
Experience the Upper Assam luxury river cruise from Nimati to Guwahati, exploring Kaziranga National Park, Majuli Island, and Assam’s ancient heritage towns while enjoying the unmatched comforts and regal service of MV Ganga Vilas.
An extraordinary passage charting 8 nights and 9 days along the Brahmaputra—where UNESCO world heritage sanctuaries, living neo-Vaishnavite monasteries, and the ruins of the mighty Ahom kingdom reveal themselves in utmost tranquility.
CARTOGRAPHIC STUDY
The Upstream Trajectory
Dibrugarh
Dibrugarh (Assamese) is a city in the Indian state of Assam,
located 435 km east of the state capital Dispur.
It serves as the headquarters of the ,Dibrugarh district
in Upper Assam. Dibrugarh also serves as the headquarters
of the Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council, which is
the governing council of the Sonowal Kachari tribe
(found predominantly in the district). wikipedia
Nimati Ghat
Nimati Ghat is not a traditional cruise port but
a significant river jetty on the mighty Brahmaputra
River in the state of Assam, India. It serves as
a vital artery for river travel and is the main gateway
for visiting the famous Majuli, the world's largest river
island. wikipedia
Kaziranga
Kaziranga National Park is a national park in the
Golaghat, Sonitpur, Biswanath and Nagaon districts of
the state of Assam, India. KNP has 5 ranges. The park,
which hosts two-thirds of the world's Indian rhinoceroses,
is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.[2] According to a
March 2018 census conducted jointly by the Forest
Department of the Government of Assam and some
recognized wildlife NGOs wikipedia
Guwahati
Guwahati (Assamese ) is the largest city of the
Indian state of Assam, and also the largest metropolis
in northeastern India. Dispur, the capital of Assam, is
in the circuit city region located within Guwahati and
is the seat of the Government of Assam. The Lokpriya
Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is the 10th
busiest in India, and the busiest in the North-East
of the country.wikipedia
THE ANTARA STANDARD
Inclusive Expedition Privileges
Every nuance of your voyage is discreetly orchestrated by our bespoke hospitality guild.
Chef-Curated Fine Dining
DAILY CHAMPAGNE & CELLAR SELECTION
Private & Curated Excursions
VIP ACCESS • ZERO CROWDS
Dedicated Historian & Guide
TAILORED PACING & DEEP CONTEXT
THE CULTURAL TAPESTRY
Sanctuaries Along The Current
Dibrugarh & Nimati Ghat
EMBARKATION POINT
Majuli Island & Sibsagar
SPIRITUAL EPICENTER
Kaziranga National Park
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE
Guwahati & Pandu Port
DISEMBARKATION
CHRONICLE OF PASSAGE
THE ITINERARY
DAY 1
Arrive Dibrugarh / Nimati Ghat, Embarkation
Arrive at the Dibrugarh airport and transfer to Nimati Ghat (approx. 4-hrs drive) for embarking the ship.
Welcome onboard followed by a Safety Briefing and Lunch.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 2
Nimati Ghat – Sibsagar – Nimati Ghat
Today we drive in motor vehicles for about an hour to explore Sibsagar, which was the capital of the Ahom Kingdom. Visit the Shiva Dol temple, Talatal Ghar, an 18th century palace and military base; and the Rang Ghar, the royal sports-pavilion.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 3
Nimati Ghat – Majuli
Today we sail to Majuli, a river island in the Brahmaputra. It is the abode of the Assamese neo-
Vaishnavite culture. We explore two notable monasteries, called Satras at Majuli – the Kamalabari Satra,
which is a centre of art, and classical studies; and the Auniati Satra, which has a unique museum. These
monasteries are also famous for their dance drama performances.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 4
River day Majuli – Dhansiri Mukh
Today we sail full day downstream to Dhansiri Mukh, the confluence where the Dhansiri river meets the Brahmaputra.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 5
Dhansiri Mukh - Biswanath Ghat - Silghat
Morning sail to Biswanath Ghat, popularly called Gupta Kashi due to the cluster of temples of different gods. Visit the Biswanath Temple, located at the confluence of Bridhaganga river with Brahmaputra. Return to the ship and sail to Silghat, enjoying lunch onboard
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 6
Silghat - Kaziranga - Silghat
Spend the full day in the Kaziranga National Park, a World Heritage Site with morning and afternoon jeep safaris and lunch at a local restaurant.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 7
Silghat - Tezpur
This morning sail to Tezpur, which is one of the largest cities on the north bank of the Brahmaputra River. Afternoon walk to visit the Cole Park that was established in 1906. It features two massive ornamented stone pillars and other sculptural remnants of the 9th and 10th centuries.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 8
River day Tezpur – Mayong – Guwahati
Today we sail full day downstream to towards Mayong and onward to Guwahati, anchoring en route.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 9
Guwahati Disembarkation
A further sail in the morning sail brings us to the Pandu Port in Guwahati. Disembark the ship and proceed to visit the Kamakhya Temple (from outside) and the Assam State Museum. Thereafter transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
- Breakfast
CHRONICLE OF PASSAGE
MV Ganga Vilas
62.5 Meters
LENGTH OVERALL
18 Suites
MAX 36 GUESTS
French Balconies
EVERY SUITE
Ayurvedic Spa
WELLNESS DECK & GYM
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