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Bengal Ganga, 3 Night Varanasi Special River Cruise ex Varanasi return

Cruise Bengal Ganga, 3 Night Varanasi Special River Cruise ex Varanasi return
Cruise Line Antara
Ship Bengal Ganga
Destination India Rivers
Brief Description 3 Night Varanasi Special River Cruise ex Varanasi return onboard Bengal Ganga
Type of Cruise River
Departure Date 25 Nov 2024
Cruise Description Day 1: EMBARKATION: 12:00 PM
ARRIVE VARANASI, EMBARKATION (L/D)
Varanasi is considered the holiest city in Hinduism and Jainism. It also played an important role in the development of Buddhism. In the evening ride the country boat to the Dashashwamedh Ghat to see the “Ganga Aarti” performed by a group of priests lined up on the riverbank chanting mantras and performing the prayer ritual with lamps, incense, and traditional instruments to honor the river.

Day 2: VARANASI – CRUISING DOWNSTREAM (B/L/D)
After breakfast stroll in the Vishwanath Gali (street), and experience the hustle and bustle of devotees and road side vendors. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple for “Darshan” and offering prayers to Lord Shiva, the presiding deity of the city. Return to the ship by midday and begin cruising downstream viewing the countryside and enjoying lunch onboard.

Day 3: VARANASI – CRUISING UPSTREAM (B/L/D)
After breakfast we sail upstream towards Varanasi, arriving by midday at Ravidas Ghat. Post lunch visit to Sarnath the seat where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment in Bodhgaya. Visit the local bazaar for shopping the famous “banarasi” silk, muslin, perfumes, and other handicrafts that Varanasi is famous for.

Day 4: DISEMBARKATION TIME: 08:00 AM
Following breakfast disembark the ship and transfer on your onward journey.

Important Note:
- The itinerary may be readjusted due to local conditions and days of the week, in order to avoid closure of monuments/museums. Last-minute sailing adjustments may also occur.
- As per government restrictions in Varanasi, liquor and non-vegetarian food will not be served onboard.
- Satellite phones & drone cameras are not allowed in Varanasi, please ensure the same, while traveling.
Sailing Dates
18 Nov 2024
22 Nov 2024
25 Nov 2024
29 Nov 2024
02 Dec 2024
06 Dec 2024
09 Dec 2024
13 Dec 2024
16 Dec 2024
20 Dec 2024
23 Dec 2024
27 Dec 2024
30 Dec 2024
03 Jan 2025
06 Jan 2025
10 Jan 2025
17 Jan 2025
20 Jan 2025
24 Jan 2025
27 Jan 2025
31 Jan 2025
03 Feb 2025
07 Feb 2025
10 Feb 2025
14 Feb 2025
17 Feb 2025
21 Feb 2025
24 Feb 2025
28 Feb 2025
03 Mar 2025
07 Mar 2025
10 Mar 2025
14 Mar 2025
17 Mar 2025
21 Mar 2025
24 Mar 2025
28 Mar 2025
31 Mar 2025
04 Apr 2025
07 Apr 2025
11 Apr 2025
14 Apr 2025
18 Apr 2025
21 Apr 2025
25 Apr 2025
28 Apr 2025
Pricing
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Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
25 Nov 2024 Varanasi
26 Nov 2024 Varanasi
27 Nov 2024 Varanasi
28 Nov 2024 Varanasi
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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