Settle into your beautifully appointed suites aboard the Antara Bengal Ganga in Kolkata (a city formerly known as Calcutta”The City of Joy” founded by the British Raj in 1773), the gateway to our journey along the worlds holiest river, the sacred Ganges. Embark at the Botanical Jetty, welcomed on board with a refreshing beverage on the sun deck followed by a safety briefing .

Depending on the tide the ship starts sailing towards Phulia. Late afternoon delight yourself with a game of Tambola followed by curated dinner. Before calling it a night watch on the movie in the lounge. This evening, delight in the Cruise Director’s Gala dinner and welcome reception.

Overnight anchor in mid-river.

Start your day with Tea/Coffee on the Sun deck overlooking the flora & fauna on the banks of the river Ganges followed by breakfast. Phulia is famous as a textile weaving village known for its Tangil saris specializing in jacquard and Jamdani work. The Phulia Tangil is woven in silk as well as cotton. Enjoy lunch on board while we sail to Bansberia. On reaching Bansberia we anchor mid –stream.

Late afternoon disembark to visit Bansberia. You’ll walk 500 metres to visit the Hangseshwari temple, an octagonal pillared terra cotta work, built by Raja Nrisinghadeb in 1801. Return to the ship and sail towards Chandernagore. Evening witness the traditional Baul Singers over dinner.

Early morning Tea/Coffee served on the Sundeck overlooking French Colonial heritage. Morning at Chandernagore and explore the heritage of French architecture. Returning on board we start sailing back to Kolkata with breakfast on board. Departure and disembark from Botanical Jetty.

Antara River Sutra Cruise