Considered by the Hindi people as the holiest river in the world, India's Ganges river serves as a sacred shrine, a place of worship and a source of sustenance for many millions of people.

Cruising the Ganges by boat allows you to witness the river in action and to see many sites that can often be difficult to access by road. There is so much to take in ' local communities going about their daily life, people washing in and worshipping the river's holy waters, ancient architectural sites that dot the banks of the river, and local wildlife including Gangetic dolphins.

One highlight of any any cruise on the Ganges is a visit to Varanasi, regarded as one of the holiest places in India. Our Ganges itineraries include a 2 night stop in Varanasi, including a memorable journey by boat to observe the famous Ghats at sunrise.

The lesser known Hooghly river is a tributary of the Ganges. It can be explored in combination with a Ganges river cruise or as a stand-alone itinerary. Along the river are many fascinating colonial settlements, building, gardens, as well as Georgian era palaces.

We offer a selection of Ganges river cruises that depart in October 2016, an ideal time of year to travel to this part of India. We offer a longer 18 day itinerary which combines both the Ganges add the Hooghly rivers. Alternatively, you may be shorter on time and may wish to opt for one of the shorter itineraries.

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