ANTARA FLAGSHIP EXPEDITIONS · EASTERN WATERWAYS HERITAGE · 10 NIGHTS / 11 DAYS
Patna – Kolkata
Special Downstream Cruise
- HISTORIC GANGES DOWNSTREAM
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THE CURATED PASSAGE
Where Sacred Currents
Meet Living History
Follow the Ganges river’s timeless course downstream from ancient Patna through monumental tributaries to reach the Hooghly in Kolkata. A journey traversing through millennial historical landmarks, sacred archaeological shrines, and vibrant craft hamlets.
As the river deepens, discover centuries of spiritual and imperial civilization: from the Buddhist monastic grounds at Vikramshila to the opulent 18th-century Nawabi mansions of Murshidabad and the exquisite terracotta temples of Kalna.
A slow voyage designed for discerning travelers who crave intimate access to verdant riverine sanctuaries and unhurried cultural immersion.”
CARTOGRAPHIC STUDY
The Downstream Trajectory
Kolkata
Kolkata, also known as Calcutta
(its official name until 2001), is the
capital and largest city of the Indian state of
West Bengal. It lies on the eastern bank of
the Hooghly River, 80 km (50 mi) west of the
border with Bangladesh. wikipedia
Kalna
Kalna or Ambika Kalna is a town in the Purba
Bardhaman district of West Bengal, India. It is
the headquarter of the Kalna subdivision, situated
on the western bank of the Bhāgirathi river. The
town is more popularly known as Ambika Kalna,
named after the goddess Kali,Maa Ambika.wikipedia
Matiari
Matiari is a census town and a gram panchayat
in the Kaliganj CD block in the Krishnanagar Sadar
subdivision of the Nadia district in the state of
West Bengal, India. wikipedia
Murshidabad
Murshidabad ,is a town in the
Indian state of West Bengal. This
town is the headquarters of Lalbag subdivision
of Murshidabad district. It is located on the
eastern bank of the Bhagirathi River. During the
18th century, Murshidabad was a prosperous and
cosmopolitan town. wikipedia
Farakka
Farakka is a town, with a police station and
a post office, not identified in 2011 census as a
separate place, in the Farakka community development
block in the Jangipur subdivision of Murshidabad
district in the state of West Bengal, India. It is also
known as the northernmost point of Ganga Delta.
wikipedia
Bateshwar Sthan
Bateshwar Sthan ( Sanskrit: बटेश्वर स्थान ) is an ancient site
related to the Vedic sage Brahmarshi Vashishtha at
Kahalgaon in Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
It is believed as the Taposthali ( penance place ) of the
sage Vashishtha where he established Shivlinga known
as Bateshwar Nath Mahadeva. wikipedia
Munger
Munger, formerly spelt as Monghyr,is a twin city
and a Municipal Corporation situated in the Indian
state of Bihar. It is the administrative headquarters of
Munger district and Munger. Division. Munger was one
of the major< cities in Eastern India and undivided
Bengal during Mughalperiod and British Raj. wikipedia
Patna
Patna (Hindi: Paṭanā, pronounced, historically known
as Pāṭaliputra,is the capital and largest city of the
Indian state of Bihar. According to the United
Nations, as of 2018,Patna had a population of
2.35 million, making it the 19th largest city
(97 sq mi) and over 2.5 million people wikipedia
THE ANTARA STANDARD
Inclusive Expedition Privileges
Every nuance of your passage is discreetly arranged 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
Eight monumental stops across Bihar and West Bengal, each steeped in sovereign chronicles and spiritual devotion.
Patna
Ancient Pataliputra, the monumental Golghar granary and Takht Sri Patna
DAY 1–2
Munger
DAY 3–4
Bateshwar Sthan
Ancient Taposthali of sage Vashishtha and gateway to Vikramshila Buddhist
DAY 5
Farakka
DAY 6
Murshidabad
Nawabs’ cosmopolitan center with the iconic Hazarduari Palace of 1,000 doors.
DAY 7–8
Matiari
Riverside artisan village where master craftsmen shape recycled copper and
DAY 9
Kalna
Enchanting 108 Shiva Temple complex with exquisite terracotta plaques of
DAY 10
Kolkata
The oldest living city. Experience private dawn boats, Manikarnika Ghat,
DAY 11
CHRONICLE OF PASSAGE
THE ITINERARY
DAY 1
Arrive Patna, Embarkation
Arrival in Patna after midday and transfer to the jetty for embarking MV Ganga Vilas. Welcome on board followed by safety briefing.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 2
Patna – Simaria
After breakfast, visit the Golghar, a large beehive-shaped granary that was built for the prevention of famine in 1784 by Warren Hastings, the British Governor General of India. Also visit the Takht Sri Patna Sahib Gurdwara that was built to commemorate the birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru of the Sikhs. Return to the ship and begin sailing downstream to Simaria enjoying lunch onboard.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 3
Simaria – Munger
We sail full day to Munger enjoying our breakfast and lunch onboard and viewing the riverine countryside. We arrive in Munger by evening.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 4
Munger – Bateshwarsthan
After breakfast visit the Chandika Sthan Temple, which is dedicated to Goddess Shakti. It is one of the fifty-one Shakti Peethas, associated with the legend of Lord Vishnu who to save the world from Lord Shiva’s wrath, cut into pieces the corpse of Devi Sati that Shiva was carrying. Return to ship and sail towards Bateshwarsthan, anchoring en route.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 5
Bateshwarsthan – Samtaghat
After breakfast drive in cars to the archaeological site of Vikramshila University and walk around the ruins. It was an important Buddhist center of learning. Later sail towards Samtaghat enjoying breakfast and lunch onboard. We arrive by late evening at Samtaghat.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 6
Samtaghat – Farakka - Jangipur
Enjoying breakfast onboard we sail in the morning to cross the historic Farakka Lock Gate, which was built during the years 1963-75. After crossing the Lock Gate, we cruise through the connecting canal to the Hooghly River, the lower Ganges and continue sail towards Jangipur.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 7
Jangipur – Murshidabad
We sail full day towards Murshidabad enjoying breakfast and lunch onboard, arriving by the evening. Murshidabad is a hidden architectural gem with dramatic whitewashed colonial era structures.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 8
Murshidabad – Matiari
After breakfast ride the Toto (e-rickshaw) through the countryside to visit the Katra mosque that has distinctive minarets. Thereafter 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 in the vast corridors and is filled with colonial-era antiques. Return to the ship for lunch and sail towards the shore-side village of Matiari
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 9
Matiari – Kalna
Early this morning walk in the village to see and experience the craftsmen at work. These master craftsmen utilize recycled copper to create exquisite pots, platters, and more from their workshops in the village. Return to ship for breakfast and sail onward to Kalna, arriving by the evening.
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 10
Kalna – Kolkata
After breakfast ride e-rickshaws to visit the enchanting Rajbari Temple complex of Kalna. The Nabakailas Temple here contains 108 eight-slope-roofed shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. Other temples in the complex feature diverse architecture. Return to the ship walking through the local market and sail onward to Kolkata
Overnight onboard MV Ganga Vilas
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
DAY 11
Disembark Kolkata
Breakfast onboard the ship and transfer to the airport / hotel for onward journey.
- Breakfast
CHRONICLE OF PASSAGE
MV Ganga Vilas
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