Artisans of Bengal

Arrive Kolkata in the morning and transfer to the jetty to embark the ship. Lunch onboard. Thereafter a
panoramic tour of the well-preserved British colonial buildings in Dalhousie Square; St. John's Church,
and the Victoria Memorial.

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After breakfast, visit the Flower Market, where you can see artists creating a variety of garlands,
ornaments, and other items made of flowers and leaves for temples, weddings, and other uses.
Thereafter, visit Kumartuli, a traditional potters’ quarter renowned for its sculpting prowess. Return to
the ship for lunch and begin sail upstream passing below the Howrah Bridge and seeing various colonial
buildings along the Ganges River to Bally Bridge.

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We sail further upstream to Bandel while enjoying breakfast and lunch onboard. Post lunch we visit the
Hooghly Imambara, a famous Shiya pilgrimage center that provides housing for pilgrims as well as
classrooms.

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We sail to Kalna enjoying breakfast and lunch onboard. Upon arrival ride e-rickshaws to visit the Rajbari
temple complex. The Nabakailas temple contains 108 eight-slope-roofed shrines dedicated to Lord
Shiva. Other temples in the complex feature diverse architecture and terracotta plaques depicting
themes of Hindu epics and day-to-day life. Return to the ship walking through the local vegetable
market.

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Today sail to Nabadwip while having breakfast and lunch. Upon arrival walk in the riverbank village
known for its handloom weaving of cotton fabric, mainly saris and stole/scarves, and other activities.
Ride the country boat across the river to Mayapur, the headquarters of the International Society for
Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). Stroll in the pilgrim’s bazaar, meet Krishna followers, and visit the
temple, which is comparable in size to the Vatican.

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This morning a short sail brings us to Guptipara. After breakfast explore the town visiting the Vaishnav
temples that contain some fantastic terracotta works. Also, visit a potter’s home to see and interact with
the artisans creating various clay items. Return to ship for lunch. Thereafter sail to the opposite bank
and visit the weaving village of Fulia which specializes in a combination of jacquard and jamdani saree
weaving.

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Enjoying breakfast onboard, sail to Chandernagore which was established as a French colony. Upon
arrival explore the colonial buildings along the promenade, including the former French governor's
residence, now converted into a museum that features items depicting life during that period. Also, visit
the Sacred Heart Church. Return to the ship and sail to Serampore. Post lunch walk in the old quarters to
see the Danish Tavern, St. Olav's Church, and other Danish heritage monuments. Continue sail to
Kolkata, arriving by the evening.

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Following breakfast disembark the ship and transfer for your onward journey.

Important Note: The itinerary may be readjusted due to local conditions and days of the week, to avoid
closure of monuments/museums Last-minute sailing adjustments may also occur. The onboard tour staff
will announce or post the exact time for each activity.