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Day by Day Summary and Map
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Saturday - Dec 6, 2025
Day 1
Kolkata, India
Arrive at Kolkata Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the Ganges Voyager II.
Sunday - Dec 7, 2025
Day 2
Kalna, India
Kalna, once an important trade port on the river, is best known today for the magnificent Hindu temples built by the maharajas of Bardhaman - which you'll experience today. After marveling at the astonishing Rajbari temple complex, you may opt to walk with your guide through the colorful local market. ... Read More
Monday - Dec 8, 2025
Day 3
Matiari, India
Your ship serves as a time machine today, transporting you hundreds of years into the past, as we travel to the authentic artisan village of Matiari.
Tuesday - Dec 9, 2025
Day 4
Murshidabad, India
Badanagar, India
Today's adventures take you to a duo of Bengali towns-Murshidabad and Baranagar-each one boasting surprising and beautiful architectural monuments closely linked to the ruling families of the area.
Wednesday - Dec 10, 2025
Day 5
Khushbagh, India
One of the world's most sacred bodies of water, the Ganges River flows through a myriad of small villages and highly populated cities throughout India and Bangladesh. Take in the remarkable scenery as you sail and be on the lookout for a rare sighting of the endangered Ganges river dolphin.
Thursday - Dec 11, 2025
Day 6
Mayapur, India
Chandannagar, India
Few places of worship exist on such a head-spinning scale as what you will witness today in Mayapur, the center of the international Hare Krishna movement and home to the new Temple of the Vedic Planetarium, still under construction. Most students of history know a thing or two about the British colonial powers in India, but few are aware that the French had colonies here as well. You'll visit this former French outpost today. ... Read More
Friday - Dec 12, 2025
Day 7
Kolkata, India
The city of Kolkata is synonymous with the enduring legacies of Mother Teresa and the colonial-era British Raj, both of which you will get better acquainted with today.
Disembark the ship for your flight to Mumbai. Take the afternoon at leisure to rest at your hotel, The Oberoi Mumbai, which is situated right on the coast of the Arabian sea, or join us for a visit to the Prince of Wales Museum.
Settle into your cabin onboard the Maharajas' Express as your journey by rail begins.
Land Segment of Itinerary
Monday - Dec 15, 2025
Day 10
Udaipur, India
Train Travel
Sprawling across seven lakes and a range of hillsides, Udaipur has earned itself the moniker "Venice of the East". It is certainly amongst the most scenic locales in all of India, and a highlight of our adventures in this many-splendored country. During your explorations of Udaipur today, sit for lunch at a local spot in town. ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Tuesday - Dec 16, 2025
Day 11
Jodhpur, India, India
Train Travel
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. Once an indication that a Brahmin-a member of India's priestly class-inhabited a dwelling, the blue color later became emblematic of the city itself and a popular choice amongst its residents. ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Wednesday - Dec 17, 2025
Day 12
Bikaner, India
Train Travel
Gaze out at the countryside while you enjoy breakfast onboard. 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. Enjoy some free time in the morning to explore on your own or relax onboard before our afternoon explorations. Tonight, a special dinner experience awaits in the deserts outside the city. ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Thursday - Dec 18, 2025
Day 13
Jaipur, India
Train Travel
Pink is the color of hospitality in northwestern India, which gives you an idea of what to expect in the "Pink City" of Jaipur. Spend the morning visiting the city's famous Amber Fort, and the evening enjoying dinner out at an exclusive venue.
Land Segment of Itinerary
Friday - Dec 19, 2025
Day 14
Ranthambore National Park, India, India
Land Travel
Fatehpur Sikri, India
Today you will visit stunning Ranthambore National Park, known for its large population of Bengal tigers.
Land Segment of Itinerary
Saturday - Dec 20, 2025
Day 15
Agra, India
Train Travel
New Delhi, India, India
Start the day early with a visit to the majestic Taj Mahal, then return to the train as you head towards New Delhi. Later, join us on a panoramic tour of the city that includes a visit to Humayun's Tomb. Next, you will disembark the train and transfer to your luxury hotel, The Oberoi New Delhi.
Land Segment of Itinerary
Sunday - Dec 21, 2025
Day 16
New Delhi, India, India
Check out of your hotel. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to the airport in New Delhi for your flight home.
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