15-night Cruise & Rail – The Sacred Ganges and the Maharajas' Express

The Signature Collection – Exclusive Amenities
The Signature Collection Sailings offer Exceptional Value and Exclusive Amenities.

Cruise Inclusions

7-night cruise on the elegant Ganges Voyager II
Lavishly appointed riverview suites with private French balconies
6 nights onboard the luxury train, The Maharajas’ Express
1 night in New Delhi at The Oberoi New Delhi (or similar)
1 night in Mumbai at The Oberoi Mumbai (or similar)
All meals onboard cruise and train prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
14 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 14 dinners
Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
Complimentary house wine, local spirits and beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee will be served onboard the ship and train. Onshore lunches include complimentary coffee and tea. Onshore dinners include complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, coffee, and tea.
13 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
1 country: India
3 UNESCO World Heritage sites
Services of an experienced Uniworld Tour Manager during the cruise portion of your journey
Complimentary Wellness Program on every sailing
Cultural enrichment activities onboard
Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
Flight included between Kolkata and Mumbai
Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour

Available Add-Ons

Pre or post cruise hotel stay
Optional roundtrip airfare

Airfare Terms:
Payment in full for optional airfare booked in conjunction with a Uniworld Cruise or Cruise-Tour is required at time of booking. Upon receipt of full air payment, your airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges are final. You may cancel your air within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund of the cost of the airfare.

Destination Guide
Suggested Shore Excursions

Destination	Arrival	Departure
Kolkata Kolkata 01/18/2025 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.	01/18/2025	01/18/2025
Kalna Kalna 01/19/2025 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.	01/19/2025	01/19/2025
Matiari Matiari 01/20/2025 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.	01/20/2025	01/20/2025
Murshidabad Murshidabad 01/21/2025 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.	01/21/2025	01/21/2025
Kolkata Kolkata 01/22/2025 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.	01/22/2025	01/22/2025
Mayapur Mayapur 01/23/2025 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.	01/23/2025	01/23/2025
Kolkata Kolkata 01/24/2025 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.	01/24/2025	01/24/2025
Kolkata Kolkata 01/25/2025 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.	01/25/2025	01/25/2025
Kolkata Kolkata 01/26/2025 Settle into your cabin onboard The Maharajas’ Express as your journey by rail begins.	01/26/2025	01/26/2025
Udaipur Udaipur 01/27/2025 Sprawling across seven lakes and a range of hillsides, Udaipur has earned itself the moniker “the 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.	01/27/2025	01/27/2025
Jodhpur Jodhpur 01/28/2025 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.	01/28/2025	01/28/2025
Bikaner Bikaner 01/29/2025 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.	01/29/2025	01/29/2025
Jaipur Jaipur 01/30/2025 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.	01/30/2025	01/30/2025
Ranthambore National Park Ranthambore National Park 01/31/2025 Today you will visit stunning Ranthambore, home to a national park known for its large population of Bengal tigers.	01/31/2025	01/31/2025
Agra Agra 02/01/2025 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.	02/01/2025	02/01/2025
Delhi (New Delhi) Delhi (New Delhi) 02/02/2025 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.	02/02/2025	02/02/2025

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises: Ganges Voyager II

The ship's spacious, high-ceilinged suites are a serene sanctuary, with beautiful hand-painted murals and all the comforts of a five-star hotel. All suites have a cozy sitting area and a French balcony with floor-to-ceiling glass doors. A bed dressed in soft linens, with a choice of pillows. Your roomy bathroom has a rain shower, comfy robes and slippers, and spa-quality bath products. Other high-end amenities include a generous amount of closet space, under-bed storage, a flat-screen television with a wide selection of on-demand movies, individual climate control, bottled water replenished daily, fresh fruit and flowers upon arrival, an iPhone docking station with alarm clock, makeup mirrors and universal electrical plugs.

Ship Statistics

Maiden Voyage: 2016
Ship Length: 185
Beam: 41 ft (12.5 m)
Passenger Capacity: 56
Number of Crew: 36
Number of Suites: 28

Spa: Yes
Fitness Center: Yes
Dining / Restaurants: Yes
Kids Friendly: No
Pool: No
Coffee Shop: No

Dining

Outdoor Activities

Wellness

Shipboard Policies

Medical Emergencies
Uniworld does not employ staff doctors or nurses. Should a guest require medical attention, it will be at local facilities, at guest's expense. Uniworld is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of medical services, or for the quality of medical care or medical services received.
Smoking Policy
For the comfort of all guests, smoking is only permitted on the sundecks.
Special Dietary Needs - Advance Notice Required
Please advise the Uniworld reservation agent of any specific dietary considerations and Uniworld will do their best to accommodate the request.

Suite

Viceroy Suite (VICERYST) Call for pricing

Category: VICERYST
Upper Deck

Size: 360 sq. ft. / 33.4 sq. mt.

All suites have a cozy sitting area and a French balcony with floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
A bed dressed in soft linens, with a choice of pillows. Your roomy bathroom has a rain shower, comfy robes and slippers, and spa-quality bath products.
Other high-end amenities include a generous amount of closet space, under-bed storage, a flat-screen television with a wide selection of on-demand movies, individual climate control, bottled water replenished daily, fresh fruit and flowers upon arrival, an iPhone docking station with alarm clock, makeup mirrors and universal electrical plugs.

Signature Suite (SIGNTRST) Call for pricing

Category: SIGNTRST
Main Deck

Size: 261 sq. ft. / 24.2 sq. mt.

All suites have a cozy sitting area and a French balcony with floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
A bed dressed in soft linens, with a choice of pillows. Your roomy bathroom has a rain shower, comfy robes and slippers, and spa-quality bath products.
Other high-end amenities include a generous amount of closet space, under-bed storage, a flat-screen television with a wide selection of on-demand movies, individual climate control, bottled water replenished daily, fresh fruit and flowers upon arrival, an iPhone docking station with alarm clock, makeup mirrors and universal electrical plugs.

Maharaja Suite (MAHARJST) Call for pricing

Category: MAHARJST
Upper Deck

Size: 400 sq. ft. / 37.2 sq. mt.

All suites have a cozy sitting area and a French balcony with floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
A bed dressed in soft linens, with a choice of pillows. Your roomy bathroom has a rain shower, comfy robes and slippers, and spa-quality bath products.
Other high-end amenities include a generous amount of closet space, under-bed storage, a flat-screen television with a wide selection of on-demand movies, individual climate control, bottled water replenished daily, fresh fruit and flowers upon arrival, an iPhone docking station with alarm clock, makeup mirrors and universal electrical plugs.

Heritage Suite (HERITGST) Call for pricing

Category: HERITGST
Upper Deck

Size: 280 sq. ft. / 26 sq. mt.

All suites have a cozy sitting area and a French balcony with floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
A bed dressed in soft linens, with a choice of pillows. Your roomy bathroom has a rain shower, comfy robes and slippers, and spa-quality bath products.
Other high-end amenities include a generous amount of closet space, under-bed storage, a flat-screen television with a wide selection of on-demand movies, individual climate control, bottled water replenished daily, fresh fruit and flowers upon arrival, an iPhone docking station with alarm clock, makeup mirrors and universal electrical plugs.

Colonial Suite (COLONLST) Call for pricing

Category: COLONLST
Upper Deck

Size: 261 sq. ft. / 24.2 sq. mt.

All suites have a cozy sitting area and a French balcony with floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
A bed dressed in soft linens, with a choice of pillows. Your roomy bathroom has a rain shower, comfy robes and slippers, and spa-quality bath products.
Other high-end amenities include a generous amount of closet space, under-bed storage, a flat-screen television with a wide selection of on-demand movies, individual climate control, bottled water replenished daily, fresh fruit and flowers upon arrival, an iPhone docking station with alarm clock, makeup mirrors and universal electrical plugs.

Rates are cruise or cruise/land only, per person, based on double occupancy and include port charges and government fees/taxes. Fuel surcharges may apply. Please ask your travel counselor for details. Rates are subject to availability and may change without notice. Restrictions may apply.

All fares are per guest in US Dollars based on double occupancy unless otherwise noted. Fares are cruise or cruise/land only and include port charges and government fees/taxes. Fares listed may represent promotions or discounts which would require full payment at time of booking to qualify for the listed discounted fares. Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice. Availability of all stateroom categories cannot be guaranteed. Single Supplement applies for single accommodation. Itineraries, hotels, and vessels may change, and substitute visits to other sites may occur during your trip due to water level fluctuations and other uncontrollable factors. The order of sightseeing and docking ports are subject to change according to port authority assignments.

TRUE ALL-INCLUSIVE BOUTIQUE RIVER CRUISING™: All gratuities for all onboard and onshore services; unlimited fine wine, beer, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages; shore excursions with local experts as your guide; free Internet and Wi-Fi; and all arrival and departure day transfers.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Sun Deck