ITINERARIES

Our itineraries show visitors
South Asia in a new light

Explore its ancient culture. The astonishing wildlife. The people and places. On a slow float past bustling settlements and through the deep, mysterious bends of the river, you begin to understand how it connects history, faith, craft, trade and the people that are nurtured by it. Our itineraries take a deep dive into this philosophy

On Antara’s river cruises, on our ships or catamarans, you’ll explore colonial architecture and ancient temples, photograph sleepy fishing villages amid mustard fields, and shop at artisan colonies. Celebrate local festivals at the holy ghats of Varanasi, eat regional delicacies in Bihar and see Bengal weavers producing fine fabrics in their homes. Traverse the vivid mangrove ecosystem at the mouth of the sprawling Ganges delta that hides crocodiles and tigers in its tangled heart.

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FEATURED ITINERARIES

Antara’s curated journeys offer culture, leisure, nature – and perspectives of life on the river to
intrigue and rejuvenate you. And within each featured itinerary, experiences can be customized by
duration, theme or interest. Craft your special or intimate experience on Antara River Cruises with
our Bespoke Journeys.
As you plan your journey with us, please review our Terms and Conditions here.
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MV Bhitarkanika & MV Mahanadi

Cruising in Bhitarkanika​

Lying on the coast of Bay of Bengal in Odisha, Bhitarkanika National Park, popularly called the mini-Amazon, is the second largest Mangrove ecosystem of our country after the Sundarbans. Traverse the estuarine region of the Brahmani – Baitarani River systems with a chance to walk through mangrove forest to the Habalikathi beach.

Duration: 3 Nights & 4 Days Every Monday
Departure: 20-Jan-2025 | 27-Jan-2025 | 03-Feb-2025 | 10-Feb-2025 | 17-Feb-2025 | 24-Feb-2025 | 03-Mar-2025 | 10-Mar-2025 | 17-Mar-2025 | 24-Mar-2025 | 31-Mar-2025 | 07-Apr-2025 | 14-Apr-2025 | 21-Apr-2025 | 28-Apr-2025
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MV Bhitarkanika & MV Mahanadi

Amazon of the East​

Lying on the coast of Bay of Bengal, Bhitarkanika, popularly referred to as the mini-Amazon, is the second largest Mangrove ecosystem of our country after the Sundarbans. Bhitarkanika originates from a blend of two Odia words – Bhitar which means interior inside and Kanika that translates to exceptional beauty.

Duration: 2 Nights & 3 Days Every Thursday and Saturday
Departure: 16-Jan-2025 | 18-Jan-2025 | 23-Jan-2025 | 25-Jan-2025 | 30-Jan-2025 | 01-Feb-2025 | 06-Feb-2025 | 08-Feb-2025 | 13-Feb-2025 | 15-Feb-2025 | 20-Feb-2025 | 22-Feb-2025 | 27-Feb-2025 | 01-Mar-2025 | 06-Mar-2025 | 08-Mar-2025 | 13-Mar-2025 | 15-Mar-2025 | 20-Mar-2025 | 22-Mar-2025 | 27-Mar-2025 | 29-Mar-2025 | 03-Apr-2025 | 05-Apr-2025 | 10-Apr-2025 | 12-Apr-2025 | 17-Apr-2025 | 19-Apr-2025 | 24-Apr-2025 | 26-Apr-2025
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MV Ganges Voyager

Princely Murshidabad​

Explore the rich history and colonial heritage of Bengal from where the British Raj took root and spread through much of South Asia. Nawabs, princes, battlefields, temples, tombs, mosques and churches, quaint riverside villages and grand palaces – all to explore in this cruise.

Duration: 7 Nights & 8 Days
Departure: 01-Oct-2025 | 27-Nov-2025
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MV Ganges Voyager

Artisans of Bengal​

A themed cruise exploring the cultural heritage of Bengal along with different traditions of textile weaving and indigenous crafts combined with an insight into erstwhile colonies like French Chandernagore and Danish Serampore. From historical shiya centre and terracotta temples to the modern ISKCON temple; this cruise offers all and more!

Duration:
Departure: 08-Feb-2025 | 04-Mar-2025 | 28-Mar-2025
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MV Bengal Ganga

Varanasi: A Mystical Journey - 4 days​

Banaras, Kashi, Varanasi, many names, one soul, the world’s oldest living city associated with Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. “Death here brings salvation” makes it a major centre for pilgrimage. Set out to experience the many facets of this city from the ghats and temples to shopping for the famous banarasi silk. 

Duration: 3 Nights & 4 Days
Every Friday
Departure: 28-Feb-2025 | 07-Mar-2025 | 14-Mar-2025 | 21-Mar-2025 | 28-Mar-2025 | 04-Apr-2025 | 11-Apr-2025 | 18-Apr-2025 | 25-Apr-2025
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MV Ganga Vilas

Kolkata to Varanasi Upstream​

Following the river’s course upstream from the Hooghly in Kolkata through several tributaries to reach the holy city of Varanasi. A journey traversing through historical, archaeological, and cultural sites.

Duration: 19 Nights & 20 Days
Departure: 05-Dec-2025
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MV Ganga Vilas

Varanasi to Kolkata Downstream​

Sailing downstream from the holy city of Varanasi to the colonial heritage of Kolkata, a journey through time and tide, features different cultures, history, and heritage. 

Duration: 19 Nights & 20 Days
Departure: 25-Dec-2025
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MV Ganga Vilas

Treading the Buddha’s Trail​

Embark the Ganga Vilas and set out to explore some historical sites associated with the life of Buddha along with a journey through Magadha, (modern day Bihar), which was the centre of politico-cultural power and a haven of learning since ancient times. Combined with a land tour of Nalanda, Bodhgaya, and Varanasi.

Duration: 10 Nights & 11 Days
Departure: 10-Dec-2025
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MV Bengal Ganga

Varanasi: An Insight - 3 Days​

Banaras, Kashi, Varanasi, many names, one soul, the world’s oldest living city associated with Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. “Death here brings salvation” makes it a major centre for pilgrimage. Set out to experience the many facets of this city from the ghats and temples to shopping for the famous banarasi silk. 

Duration: 2 Nights & 3 Days
Every Mondays & Wednesdays
Departure: 03-Mar-2025 | 05-Mar-2025 | 10-Mar-2025 | 12-Mar-2025 | 17-Mar-2025 | 19-Mar-2025 | 24-Mar-2025 | 26-Mar-2025 | 31-Mar-2025 | 02-Apr-2025 | 07-Apr-2025 | 09-Apr-2025 | 14-Apr-2025 | 16-Apr-2025 | 21-Apr-2025 | 23-Apr-2025 | 28-Apr-2025 | 30-Apr-2025
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MV Bengal Ganga

Kumbh Festival Varanasi
3 Days​

Banaras, Kashi, Varanasi, many names, one soul, the world’s oldest living city associated with Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. “Death here brings salvation” makes it a major centre for pilgrimage. Set out to experience the many facets of this city from the ghats and temples to shopping for the famous banarasi silk. 

Duration: 2 Nights & 3 Days
Every Mondays & Wednesdays
Departure: 13-Jan-2025 | 15-Jan-2025 | 20-Jan-2025 | 22-Jan-2025 | 27-Jan-2025 | 29-Jan-2025 | 03-Feb-2025 | 05-Feb-2025 | 10-Feb-2025 | 12-Feb-2025 | 17-Feb-2025 | 19-Feb-2025 | 24-Feb-2025 | 26-Feb-2025
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MV Ganges Voyager

Artisans of Bengal
2025-26​

A themed cruise exploring the cultural heritage of Bengal along with different traditions of textile weaving and indigenous crafts combined with an insight into erstwhile colonies like French Chandernagore and Danish Serampore. From historical shiya centre and terracotta temples to the modern ISKCON temple; this cruise offers all and more!

Duration:
Departure: 13-Dec-2025 | 21-Dec-2025 | 07-Jan-2026 | 31-Mar-2026 | 07-Apr-2026 | 23-Apr-2026
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MV Bengal Ganga

Kumbh Festival Varanasi
4 Days​

Banaras, Kashi, Varanasi, many names, one soul, the world’s oldest living city associated with Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. “Death here brings salvation” makes it a major centre for pilgrimage. Set out to experience the many facets of this city from the ghats and temples to shopping for the famous banarasi silk. 

Duration: 3 Nights & 4 Days
Every Friday
Departure: 17-Jan-2025 | 24-Jan-2025 | 31-Jan-2025 | 07-Feb-2025 | 14-Feb-2025 | 21-Feb-2025
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MV Ganga Vilas

The Call of the Mangroves
5 Days​

Venture into the wetlands of Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage site and Ramsar wetland. This unique sanctuary is a haven for over 370 species of birds, along with various reptiles and mammals. Birdwatching and boat tours offer the chance to observe wildlife in their natural surroundings, while interactions with local communities provide a deeper understanding of conservation practices in this vital ecosystem

Duration: 4 nights / 5 days
Departure: 21-Mar-2025
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MV Ganga Vilas

The Call of the Mangroves
7 Days​

Delve into the mangrove forests of Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage & Ramsar site. This unique ecosystem is a tiger reserve and home to a variety of migratory and local birds, reptiles, invertebrate species, including the estuarine crocodiles. Creek cruises and watchtowers give opportunities of viewing nature at its best while interaction with tribal communities gives insights on wildlife preservation.

Duration: 6 nights / 7 days
Departure: 21-Mar-2025
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MV Bengal Ganga

Artisans of Bengal​ 2025-2026​

A themed cruise exploring the cultural heritage of Bengal along with different traditions of textile weaving and indigenous crafts combined with an insight into erstwhile colonies like French Chandernagore and Danish Serampore. From historical shiya centre and terracotta temples to the modern ISKCON temple; this cruise offers all and more!

Duration: 7 Nights & 8 Days
Departure: 14-Sep-2025 | 30-Sep-2025 | 16-Oct-2025 | 09-Nov-2025 | 18-Nov-2025 | 04-Dec-2025 | 20-Dec-2025 | 13-Jan-2026 | 21-Jan-2026 | 06-Feb-2026 | 22-Feb-2026 | 02-Mar-2026 | 18-Mar-2026 | 03-Apr-2026 | 19-Apr-2026
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MV Bengal Ganga

Artisans of Bengal​ 2026-2027​

A themed cruise exploring the cultural heritage of Bengal along with different traditions of textile weaving and indigenous crafts combined with an insight into erstwhile colonies like French Chandernagore and Danish Serampore. From historical shiya centre and terracotta temples to the modern ISKCON temple; this cruise offers all and more!

Duration: 7 Nights & 8 Days
Departure: 14-Sep-2026 | 30-Sep-2026 | 18-Oct-2026 | 03-Nov-2026 | 19-Nov-2026 | 05-Dec-2026 | 21-Dec-2026 | 14-Jan-2027 | 30-Jan-2027 | 07-Feb-2027 | 15-Feb-2027 | 03-Mar-2027 | 19-Mar-2027 | 04-Apr-2027 | 20-Apr-2027
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