Ganges River Cruises

Covering more than 2,500 kilometres and flowing through four countries and eleven Indian states, the River Ganges is often referred to as the beating heart of India. Viewed as sacred by many, hundreds of millions of people and a huge range of wildlife rely on this dominating river that dissects northern and eastern India. Dotted with remote riverside villages, historic palaces and forts, crumbling temples and important cities, the Ganges offers the perfect opportunity for off-the-grid exploration and delving deep into rural Indian culture. A river cruise is a great way to experience the great Ganges where different sections can be explored, such as the Lower Ganges, more commonly known as the Hooghly River, and the Upper between Farakka and Patna. An extended cruise can also be taken from the vibrant and historic Kolkata to the holy city of Varanasi or combined with the mighty Brahmaputra in northeastern India.