Ganges River Cruise with Women's Travel Network
Oct 23 - Nov 02, 2025
11 days | India | Womens Travel Network
The name Ganges conjures all of India’s exotic fascination. Considered a living goddess in the Hindu religion, the Ganges is also the daily lifeblood that provides food, water, and transportation to millions who live along its banks. Now you can travel this extraordinary river in considerable comfort on a truly unforgettable river cruise.
We have exclusively chartered the 28-cabin R/V Bengal Ganga for this very special voyage. Based on a traditional 19th century British design, the river cruiser blends beautifully with the timeless landscape. Enjoy ample covered outdoor space, a cozy lounge, fine Indian and western cuisine, and warm hospitality onboard your floating hotel. Burma teak wood, fine textiles, and private bathrooms create a comfortable retreat.
Meet in Kolkata, India’s intellectual, artistic, and cultural capital before embarking our cruise through the lush countryside of West Bengal. Every day, we’ll be ashore making new discoveries in riverside towns; visiting ancient temples, splendid garden-tombs, and vestiges of India’s rich colonial past as we observe the enduring rituals of daily life along ‘Mother Ganga’.
This is an experience for the culturally curious, for photographers of unforgettable landscapes, and for adventurous travellers who relish authentic moments. The experience of the Ganges River is beguiling, complex, infinite, and profound.
Join us and share in the excitement of this delightful mixed company tour to India.
Special Offer
Book by Aug 30, 2024 and save US$500 per cabin!
Tour Cost (per person):
US$5995 - 6875 depending on cabin, incl. taxes & gratuities
Group Size:
Limited to 48 participants
What’s included: Airport transfers; accommodation based on double occupancy in hotels and in selected cabin on board the Bengal Ganga; most meals; all internal transportation by private, air-conditioned coach; sightseeing with qualified English-speaking guides; all activities and entrance fees; taxes and gratuities; services of your Tour Host Debbie Ross.
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Tour the Bengal Ganga
"Our lovely elegant colonial-style riverboat took us gliding in luxury through a gorgeous panorama of temples, vibrant colours, incredible scenery and waving children." - Quest traveller
"We saw many faces of India on this trip." - Leo P.
"Impeccable and attentive staff [on-board]." - Quest traveller
Itinerary at a Glance
Day | Activity |
1 | Meet in Kolkata |
2 | Kolkata: Temple, History and Culture |
3 | Visit the Mullik Ghat Flower Market and botanical gardens, embark our ship |
4 | Visit Serampore and Chandernagore colonial outposts |
5 | Learn about Bengali cuisine on-board, visit Shantipur, famous for its handlooms |
6 | Ride rickshaws to the enchanting Rajbari Temple Complex |
7 | Mayapur, headquarters of the ISKCON (Int'l Centre for Krishna Consciousness) |
8 | Guptipara's terracotta temples dating from the 17th and 18th centuries |
9 | Ride cycle rickshaws to the Basilica of Our Lady of Bandel |
10 | Disembark in Kolkata |
11 | Depart Kolkata |
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Ship Information
Built in Myanmar in 2004 as a replica of the colonial Clyde steamers, the modern R/V Bengal Ganga has 28 outside staterooms. Brass and teak feature prominently in the colonial style. Staterooms are approximately 15 square metres large, have air conditioning and are equipped with twin beds, safe, hair dryers, and bath robes but do not have mini-bars, TVs or phones. Internet access is provided on two computers.
Fine Indian and European cuisine, excellent service, and a hospitable and caring on board team contribute to making this a very special experience. Passengers often describe feeling as if they were guests on a private motor yacht rather than passengers on a cruise ship. Although all staterooms are very comfortable and roomy, most passengers prefer to spend their time outside on the deck, observing the fascinating scenes and scenery along the Ganges River.
Every stateroom has an outdoor seating area, Burma teak floors and walls, and original art and fine local textiles.
Your Tour Leaders
Debbie Ross, founder of Womens Travel Network has been providing travel services to her customers for over 30 years. Her travel around the globe has been extensive. Be it relaxing holidays, trekking or sports related, she has first hand knowledge of many varied travel experiences.
Lewie Gonsalves, our peripatetic president, has over 40 years’ experience researching and organizing trips throughout the world. As well as designing and leading our President’s Tours, Lewie is also chief designer of our Private Journey collection of tailored tours.