The Sacred Ganges & the Maharajas' Express - Kolkata to New Delhi (15 nights) | 05 Dec 2026 | Ganges Voyager II

Your Itinerary

Timeline List

Kolkata, India Sat 05 Dec 2026

Upon arrival, transfer to the port and embark the 56-guest 6★ Ganges Voyager II for your seven night all-inclusive river cruise

Kalna, India Sun 06 Dec 2026

After marvelling at the Rajbari temple complex, walk with your guide through the colourful local market

★Featured Excursion: India’s “Temple City”

Matiari, India Mon 07 Dec 2026

★Featured Excursion: Matiari master craftsmen with an introduction to brass

Murshidabad – Baranagar, India Tue 08 Dec 2026

★Featured Excursion: Visit Murshidabad City, ride by buggy to Katra Mosque and visit Baranagar village

★The Ganges★ – Khusbagh, India Wed 09 Dec 2026

Take in the remarkable scenery as you sail and be on the lookout for a rare sighting of the endangered Ganges river dolphin

★Featured Excursion: Khusbagh Walk

Mayapur – Chandannagar, India Thu 10 Dec 2026

Few places of worship exist on such a head spinning scale as what you will witness today in Mayapur

★Featured Excursion: Hare Krishna complex and Temple of the Vedic Planetarium & India’s French colonial heritage

Kolkata, India Fri 11 Dec 2026

The city of Kolkata is synonymous with the legacies of Mother Tereswa and the colonial era British Raj, both of which you will get better acquainted with today

★Featured Excursion: Kolkata city tour with visit to the Flower Market, and Kumortuli visit (Potter’s colony) and colonial site

★Featured Excursion: NGO’s “Calcutta Rescue” visit OR Mother Teresa’s home and tomb

Kolkata, India - Mumbai, India Sat 12 Dec 2026

Disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to Mumbai. Upon arrival, transfer to The Oberoi Mumbai hotel for your overnight stay

Mumbai, India ★Maharajas’ Express★ Sun 13 Dec 2026

Today, board one of the most opulent trains in the world, the Maharajas’ Express to begin your six night rail journey

Udaipur, India ★Maharajas’ Express★ Mon 14 Dec 2026

Sprawling across seven lakes and a range of hillsides, Udaipur has earned itself the moniker “the Venice of the East”

★Featured Excursion: Lake Pichola Boat Ride and City Palace

Jodhpur, India ★Maharajas’ Express★ Tue 15 Dec 2026

Having seen India’s “Pink City” already, now it’s time for you to visit the “Blue City” of Jodhpur. Swaths of brightly painted blue houses can be found throughout the city’s streets. Later this evening, enjoy dinner off the train at an exclusive venue

★Featured Excursion: Mehrangarh Fort & Clock Tower Market

Bikaner, India ★Maharajas’ Express★ Wed 16 Dec 2026

Gaze out at the countryside while you enjoy breakfast on board. In the 15th century, what was once a barren desert gave rise to a princely city carved of red sandstone. This city, Bikaner, is the site of your explorations today. Tonight, a special dinner experience awaits in the deserts outside the city

★Featured Excursion: Junagarh Fort and Exclusive Barbeque Evening on the Sand Dunes

Jaipur, India ★Maharajas’ Express★ Thu 17 Dec 2026

Spend the morning visiting the city’s famous Amber Fort, and the evening enjoying dinner out at an exclusive venue

★Featured Excursion: Amber Fort Visit

Ranthambore ★Safari★ – Fatehpur Sikri, India ★Maharajas’ Express★ Fri 18 Dec 2026

★Featured Excursion: Fatehpur Sikri

★Featured Excursion: Safari at Ranthambore National Park

The park is a sanctuary for many wild species, including Bengal tigers, deer, nilgai antelope, gazelles, wild boar, sloth bears, hyenas, jackals, and leopards. Join an open-vehicle safari drive through the park’s jungle environment during this essential experience for nature lovers

Agra ★Taj Mahal★ – New Delhi, India ★Maharajas’ Express★ Sat 19 Dec 2026

Start the day early with a visit to the majestic Taj Mahal, then return to the train as you head towards New Delhi where you will disembark the train and transfer to your luxury hotel, The Oberoi New Delhi

★Featured Excursion: The Taj Mahal at Sunrise

New Delhi, India Sun 20 Dec 2026

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to London

What's included *

Elegantly appointed riverview staterooms and suites with luxurious amenities from Hermes and L’Occitane en Provence
In-suite butler service on all ships in Europe (not available in Russia & Portugal)
Stays at luxurious and centrally located five-star hotels where applicable
All gratuities on board and ashore including local guides and bus drivers (gratuities included vary in Russia and Asia)
All transportation throughout the trip
All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
Unlimited beverages on board including local fine wines, sparkling wines and champagne, handmade cocktails, craft beer and premium spirits (inclusions vary for Russia and Asia)
A variety of on board dining experiences with open seating and a casual-elegant dress code
Local entertainment & insightful lectures on board
Ship-wide Wi-Fi access (excludes Asia)
Fully escorted excursions with English-speaking local guides
Services of a dedicated Uniworld Cruise/Tour Manager
Book with ROL Cruise and earn exclusive Cruise Miles® + your River Heritage Club rewards with Uniworld
We offer Interest Free Payment Plans, please contact us for more information (please note these are only available for sailings outside the balance due date)
Plus, book an Ocean View or above by 8pm 31st January 2026 and receive a FREE John Lewis gift card worth up to £75

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What plug sockets are in my cabin on a Uniworld cruise ship?

Europe and Russia sailings: The European standard 220 volts with a 110v outlet in every stateroom and suite. ROL Cruise recommends taking an adapter plug with you.

Egypt and Peru sailings: Voltage is 220V/50HZ on board the ship and in hotels. You will need a three-pin adapter and possibly a voltage converter.

India sailings: Voltage is 220V/50HZ on board the ship and in hotels. On board the ship outlets that accommodate both 110V and 220V appliances are available in the suites. In the hotels you will need a three-pin adapter and possibly a voltage converter.

Vietnam and Cambodia: Voltage is 220V/50HZ on board the ship and in hotels. On board the ship outlets that accommodate both 110V and 220V appliances are available in the suites. In the hotels you will need a three-pin adapter and possibly a voltage converter. In Cambodia you will need a two-round-pin-type adapter plug and a three-flat-pin-type adaptor plug in Vietnam.

What language is spoken on board a Uniworld cruise?

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Is there a dress code onboard a Uniworld cruise?

The dress code on board is smart casual.

On shore, comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended.

Clothing will be determined by the climate and shore excursions. Please be advised that some shore excursions will visit temples or holy sites – guests will need to cover their shoulders and knees.

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Peru sailings: Complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee will be served on board between 6am and 11pm throughout the cruise.

Vietnam and Cambodia sailings: Complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee will be served throughout the cruise.

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