Name: India's Golden Triangle and Ganges River Cruise
Brand: Riviera Travel

Riviera Travel

Riviera Travel is one of the oldest and most reliable river cruise operators in the world, with 40 years of experience running guided and escorted tours, a land and water all around the world, including river cruises.

Riviera Travel operates a unique cruising experience, partnering with local guides and experts to create a programme of guided tours and river cruises, bringing like-minded travellers together and offering a selection of authentic and bespoke travel experiences.

The operator runs river cruises on European waterways like the Danube, Rhine and Douro, but also the Nile, Mekong and Yangtze. Championing escorted tours and guided holidays, Riviera Travel line also specialises in solo travel, providing a safe, friendly and social environment for travellers going it alone.

Cruise Itinerary

Days 1-3

Delhi

Day 4

This West Bengal town sits on the western bank of the Hooghly River, a distributary of the Ganges. Once a French settlement, it became an important centre for trading indigo, silk and rice. Today, traces of European influence remain. Along the riverside strand, colonial architecture still stands, such as the Sacred Heart Church.Bengali culture, however, is what defines the town in the 21st century. The Nandadulal Temple, for example, is a focal point. Chandannagar is also known for its traditional cuisine, which offers another window into its character.

Day 5

Amber Fort

Days 6-8

Kolkata (ex Calcutta)

Day 9

Bandel

Day 10

Kalna

This ancient city has flourished for over a thousand years, on the banks of a branch of the Ganges known as the Bhagirathi River.During its long and storied history, it has become one of the most sacred sites in West Bengal, earning the moniker ‘the city of temples’. Travellers from far and wide come to see Naba Kailash Mandir, a Shiva temple constructed in 1809, which is structured as two concentric circles. Others come for the Rajbari Complex, known for its terracotta ornamentation depicting scenes from Hindu mythology.

Day 11

Nabadwip

Day 12

Guptipara

Day 13

Chandannagar

Day 14

Kolkata (ex Calcutta)

Days 1-3

Delhi

Day 4

Delhi

Day 5

Amber Fort

Days 6-8

Kolkata (ex Calcutta)

Day 9

Bandel

Day 10

Kalna

Day 11

Nabadwip

Day 12

Guptipara

Day 13

Chandannagar

Day 14

Kolkata (ex Calcutta)

Passengers

Crew

2004

Launched

60m

Length

11m

Width

Decks

RV Bengal Ganga

Inspired by traditional Burmese river vessels and colonial-era steamships, the MV Bengal Ganga offers a unique blend of heritage charm and contemporary flair.

Originally built in 2004 and recently refreshed, the ship now features an eclectic 1970s-inspired décor that brings together wood, metal, and leather to complement the gleaming Burmese teak floors and decks.

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Customer reviews

Reviews

Burgundy,RiverRhone & Provence

Not having river cruised for over ten years ,&with two other companies. This was a truly good holiday. Organisation, staff & ambience all excellent. Food was delicious with wide variety of choice too & service in dining room very good . Thank you to Riviera for this memorable trip.

Riviera Travel MS Lord Byron

Reviews

Fantastic

Great ship made very welcome by the crew Well planned and informative tours

Riviera Travel MS Robert Burns

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Christmas starts here

A Rhine river cruise to the Christmas markets. Riviera take the strain out of travelling then you step aboard and drop all your cares. The ships are extremely comfortable and the service efficient but not intrusive. The cabins are basically hotel rooms that float! So nice to lie in bed and watch Germany pass by. The food was of a very high standard, well presented and the accompanying wines and drinks were fantastic.Riviera can always be trusted to organise excursions well and their tour managers are always prepared to go that extra mile to ensure your trip is perfect! Give them a try.

Riviera Travel MS Thomas Hardy

Reviews

Absolutely brilliant, beautiful ship and excellent staff.

As above: excursions extremely interesting, with extremely knowledgeable guides,who made the history of their country come alive. Food consistently excellent and housekeeping staff always smiling and polite. When things didn't go to plan there was always an alternative which was well thought out and put into action.

Riviera Travel MS Riviera Radiance

Reviews

2023-09-20 12:18:09

I'm partly disabled, but the crew was fantastic, and had help where I needed it, instantly. This was my third time with Rivera Travel and I've loved everyone, looking forward to next year's cruise with Rivera Travel on the Rhine to Switzerland. You just unpack your case the once, and your clothes and bedroom go with you to see many different places, it's lovely waking up to a new view from your room. so relaxing. The ship was lovely a clean, and the food was to die for, no disappointment at all. By the second day, the crew could remember your name, even what drinks you liked to drink, nothing was too much bother. Lovely friendly atmosphere, I'm so pleased I chose to travel with Rivera Travel, looking forward to next year. See you soon, Margaret

Riviera Travel MS Douro Splendour

Reviews

2023-06-02 12:58:10

Xmas cruise on Danube was fine for us but our companion , a single elderly lady , was not catered for on excursions at all

Riviera Travel MS William Shakespeare

Reviews

2023-02-15 21:56:05

Riviera Travel MS Oscar Wilde

Reviews

2022-11-09 17:52:56

A fantastic cruise, great crew, wonderful inclusive shore trips. The only problem was a school minibus to take 14 of us from Lisbon airport to Porto, there was not enough space for the luggage, so we ended up with 8 cases in the aisle between the seats. Once we got to the vessel the welcome made up for the journey.

Riviera Travel MS Douro Elegance