Taking you on a journey beyond the regular travel routine, Heritage River Cruises is proud to introduce the all-suite, Bengal Ganga. This colonial cruise, built in the year 2004, is a replica of the luxury ships that were used by a succession of important officials and celebrities of the day, most notably by the Viceroys of India and the Prince of Wales.
This all-suite luxury river cruise ship has been designed to take you on a journey along one of the most beautiful river routes in India. You experience the rich Indian traditions through cultural interactions at different halts on the way. But there are also ample things to do on board.
Exceptional Service
With the highest staff-to-guest ratio among all Indian river lines, and professionals chosen for the expertise and friendly demeanor, our genuine hospitality sets the stage for a journey beyond compare.
Eat.Drink.Love
Fresh ingredients, Michelin inspired menus, paired with choicest of wines take you on a culinary sojourn when you sail on Antara Cruises.
RESTAURANT
Enjoy delicious food with an inspiring view of the Ganges in our elegant dining room. It has been designed in the lines of a fine dining restaurant with lovely teak furniture, a Streamline Moderne Buffet Counter and luxurious carpets.
LOUNGE
The curved Saloon is much more than a regular bar. It is a cozy space for drinks, conversations, lectures and film screenings. So, before retiring to your rooms, spend some time here and engage in great stories and experiences at the Saloon.
LOUNGE
The curved Saloon is much more than a regular bar. It is a cozy space for drinks, conversations, lectures and film screenings. So, before retiring to your rooms, spend some time here and engage in great stories and experiences at the Saloon.
CUISINE
Freshest of the ingredients, local delicacies , regionally inspired menus are guiding principles for our chefs that work tirelessly to offer you the best of local and internal cuisine.
Luxurious Accomodation
Divided into 2 categories, the rooms at Bengal Ganga exhibit a familiar colonial ambience with Burma teak floorings. Your sojourn is complemented with large window panels to witness the breath-taking views outside while sailing on the Ganges. After a long excursion that sometimes lasts the entire day in and around various destinations on the way, our rooms welcome you to their plush comfort.
DELUXE ROOMS
We have 16 Deluxe Rooms on the Upper Deck and 10 on the Main Deck. Each of these rooms has an outdoor seating area, facing the river and is furnished with Burma teak floors & walls, original art and fine local textiles.
PREMIER ROOMS
With large window balconies on the Upper Deck, our Premier Rooms are furnished with solid Burma teak floors & walls, double beds, fine indigenous textiles and original artworks. With all the modern amenities, these rooms bring you closer to experiencing India like a royal.
Immersive Experiences
Soak in the Antara River Experience on holy rivers of India and witness a showcase of cultural. Enjoy immersive exploration on the riverside aligned with enriching pursuits on board.
SUN DECK
Relax and lounge on our sundeck with crisp fresh air and sun for company.
EXCURSIONS
In order to acquaint you with the beautiful journey of India’s past, we take you to a tour of historical monuments. These include British colonial buildings, Mother Teresa’s memorial home, Murshidabad’s Palace & Chandernagore’s French colonial buildings to name a few.
EXCURSIONS
In order to acquaint you with the beautiful journey of India’s past, we take you to a tour of historical monuments. These include British colonial buildings, Mother Teresa’s memorial home, Murshidabad’s Palace & Chandernagore’s French colonial buildings to name a few.
CULTURAL PROGRAMS
After spending the day in off-board excursions, enjoy cultural dance performances within the premises of the cruise. These folk dance forms offer a glimpse into India’s rich heritage and culture through their synchronized moves and attire.
Relax and Rejuvenate
Immerse yourself in the ritual of relaxation at the Antara Spa, which finds a natural home on the rivers of India, There is no better place to experience yoga than on the sacred rivers of India where it was born.
SPA
The Sun Deck houses an air-conditioned Spa where you can unwind with a variety of treatments. Choose from our impressive line-up of Ayurvedic massages and beauty treatments, and our expert therapists will make sure that you have a relaxing experience.
YOGA
The spacious lounge area on the Sun Deck is designated for your session of morning yoga. You can follow your own Yoga regimen and continue with the daily routine or join a group that performs various Yoga activities under the guidance of a trainer.
FEATURED VOYAGES
Offering more than a mere journey, we take you on an experiential voyage into luxury, art, culture, history, spirituality and much more. Every little detail on Antara Cruises has been carefully assimilated to make it a journey of a lifetime.
Exclusive
EUROPE ON THE GANGES
DURATION 4 DAYS
FARE FROM
Rs 75,000
Per Person
Exclusive
TEMPLES, TIGERS & TREASURES
DURATION 8 DAYS
FARE FROM
Rs 1,75,000
Per Person
Exclusive
SECRETS OF SUNDERBANS
DURATION 5 DAYS
FARE FROM
Rs 1,00,000
Per Person
Exclusive
RIVER SUTRA
DURATION 3 DAYS
FARE FROM
Rs 15,000
Per Person
Exclusive
INCREDIBLE BENARAS
DURATION 4 DAYS
FARE FROM
Rs 1,12,000
Per Person
Exclusive
AMAZON OF THE EAST
DURATION 4 DAYS
FARE FROM
Rs 22,500
Per Person
KOLKATA – DHAKA
DURATION 12 DAYS
FARE FROM
Rs 437,250
Per Person
KOLKATA – BENARAS
DURATION 12 DAYS
FARE FROM
Rs 437,250
Per Person
KOLKATA – MURSHIDABAD ROUNDTRIP
DURATION 8 DAYS
FARE FROM
Rs 292,875
Per Person
TESTIMONIALS
A very worthwhile cruise and it was made totally enjoyable by the expert and friendly crew staff. Wonderful week.
“Everything of highest possible standard!”
“Never been on other ship where all crew members were so exceptional. Special thanks to Rahul in the dining room. Also greatly appreciated to our housekeeping”
“Thank you to all the cabin crew and staff for looking after us all so well. We wish you all the very best and every success in life!“