Antara River Cruises has launched a season of short, themed itineraries for the festive season.
Sail on Antara Ganga Vilas and experience slow travel on the Ganga, Bengal’s historic towns, culture and nature.
Antara Ganga Vilas will offer 2, 3 and 4 night special sailings ahead of the festive season between October to December 2023.
With 10 departures scheduled for the next three months, travellers can experience an insightful discovery of Bengal from the banks of the Ganga. Enjoying the luxury of slow travel from a wide variety of itineraries on offer.
Rich in history
Rich in history and architecture, these journeys pass battlefields and erstwhile colonial palaces along the banks of the Ganga. They sail through areas where European settlers once established East Indian companies, leaving behind remnants of their settlements from the 17th-19th centuries.
Other cruises offer the experience of big skies, immense waters and the intricacy of life in the Sunderbans National Park. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to the world’s largest delta mangrove forest.
Antara Ganga Vilas‘s specially curated itineraries also leverage the power of sustainable tourism and community-driven initiatives to enhance the livelihoods of the local communities.
Designed, detailed and crafted in India, the luxury boutique river ship ship, Antara Ganga Vilas, created headlines recently. She completed the world’s longest river cruise! One that sailed 3,200 km, 27 rivers across India and Bangladesh in 51 days.
Luxurious amalgamation
Built to honour mid-20th century Modernism, the 18-suite Antara Ganga Vilas is a luxurious amalgamation of yesteryear glory and modern elegance. Each cabin is inspired by the painted and meditative colour experiments of Josef Albers and has been designed using only locally made fabrics, linen, furniture, and service ware.
Large ceiling to floor guillotine windows bring enchanting river views into the ship’s expansive living spaces. Encompassing conscious luxury, the ship promises to sail you into a world of comfort and style. Her highly-rated cuisine offerings prepared in the onboard kitchen offers specially curates menus. These keep in mind the local and regional specialities as well as popular preferences. They will ensure you have an exceptional and unforgettable experience.
History Along the River
This 2 night itinerary starts at Rupees 61,000 per person on twin sharing basis. Passengers choose from any of the three short itineraries and join Antara River Cruises on a transformational journey of discovery!
Prices are inclusive of all accommodation in a suite. They include arrival and departure transfers to and from the jetty. The fare includes excursions as detailed in the itinerary with entrances. All meals, water, tea and coffee are include as are all Waterways/Jetty Passenger fees.
History Along the River: is a 2 nights and 3 days cruise leaving Kolkata sailing to Bandel and Chandernagore before returning to Kolkata
Sailings are scheduled to begin on: 3rd November, 24th November and 1st December 2023
Europe on the Ganges: is a 3 nights and 4 days cruise leaving Kolkata sailing to Fulia, Bandel Chandernagore and Serampore then returning to Kolkata.
Sailings are scheduled to begin on: 27th October 17th November and 8th December 2023
Secrets of the Sundarbans: is a 4 nights and 5 days cruise. It leaves Kolkata sailing to Namkhana, Bhagabatpur and Bali Island before returning to Kolkata
Sailings are scheduled to begin on: 20th October and 10th November 2023