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21 Night Jewels of North India and Luxury Lower Ganges River and Land Tour

From Delhi to Kolkata
  • Scenic Aura
  • Vitality Pool & Bar
  • Grand & Deluxe Suites
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  • Cruise #: 14356152
  • Departs: Tue, Nov 30, 2027
  • Returns: Tue, Dec 21, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Nov 30, 2027
    Day
    1
    Delhi, India
    • Delhi, India
    Be welcomed to North India with a traditional floral garland and red tikka before arriving at your hotel for the next two nights, the luxurious Imperial New Delhi. A Grand Dame of the East, this iconic heritage hotel, opened in 1936, evokes the opulence of a 19th-century palatial estate with its blend of Victorian, Art Deco, and Lutyens's architecture. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Dec 1, 2027
    Day
    2
    Delhi, India
    • Delhi, India
    Explore Old Delhi, beginning with India's largest mosque, Jama Masjid. Savor the sights, sounds, and aromas on a rickshaw ride past the Red Fort and through Khari Baoli, Asia's largest wholesale spice bazaar within the bustling Chandni Chowk market and some of Delhi's oldest streets. Later, visit Humayun's Tomb, built in 1570 as the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent and an architectural inspiration for the Taj Mahal. Then drive along New Delhi's ceremonial boulevard past India Gate and Presidential Avenue on your way back to the hotel. This evening, enjoy a special Welcome Dinner. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Dec 2, 2027
    Day
    3
    Delhi, India
    • Delhi, India
    • Air Travel
    • Varanasi, India
    Fly to Varanasi, North India's holiest Hindu city on the banks of the Ganges and check in for two nights at the Taj Ganges Varanasi hotel. Scenic Enrich: For your Scenic Enrich event, enjoy a rickshaw ride to the riverfront ghats. Cruise the Ganges at dusk to the sounds of traditional Indian music, release sacred offerings into the water, and witness the magical evening Aarti ceremony. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Dec 3, 2027
    Day
    4
    Varanasi, India
    • Varanasi, India
    At sunrise, drift slowly along the Ganges and watch the ghats come to life with pilgrims, priests, and daily rituals. Afterwards, stroll along the ghats and through the laneways of Varanasi's Old City. This afternoon, journey to nearby Sarnath, where Gautama Buddha began his teaching. Spend time at Deer Park, one of Buddhism's most important sites, where Lord Buddha first expounded the Dharma. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Dec 4, 2027
    Day
    5
    Varanasi, India
    • Varanasi, India
    • Air Travel
    • Khajuraho, India
    Scenic Freechoice: This morning, choose between two Scenic Freechoice excursions. Take a yoga lesson or visit a Shiva temple to observe Rudrabhisheka, a ritual to appease the God Shiva. Fly to Khajuraho, famous for its magnificent UNESCO World Heritage-listed temples, and enjoy a two-night stay at The Oberoi Rajgarh Palace, a lovingly restored 350-year-old palace overlooking Panna National Park. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Dec 5, 2027
    Day
    6
    • Khajuraho, India
    Begin the day with a curated tiger safari in Panna National Park, renowned for its dramatic landscapes and diverse wildlife. Return to the hotel for lunch before visiting the exquisitely sculpted sandstone temples of Khajuraho, built between the 9th and 10th centuries by the Chandela dynasty. Marvel at carvings depicting deities, warriors, dancers, musicians, animals, and exotic Kama Sutra scenes. This evening, watch a sound and light show at the Western Group of Temples, a 45-minute spectacle using projection and 3D effects to bring Khajuraho's history and legends to life. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Dec 6, 2027
    Day
    7
    • Khajuraho, India
    • Bus Travel
    • Orchha, India
    • Bus Travel
    • Jhansi, India
    • Train Travel
    • Agra, India
    Drive to the heritage town of Orchha for a walking tour through its historic streets, lined with 16th-century temples, forts, and palaces. Continue to Jhansi and board a train to Agra, arriving in the late afternoon at your luxurious Scenic Special Stay, The Oberoi Amarvilas, located just 600 meters from the Taj Mahal. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Dec 7, 2027
    Day
    8
    Agra, India
    • Agra, India
    Rise early to witness the breathtaking Taj Mahal at sunrise, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and enduring symbol of love built by Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Return to the hotel for breakfast before visiting Agra Fort, built in the 16th century primarily by Emperor Akbar. Once the main residence of the Mughal emperors, it showcases remarkable Islamic architecture and includes the balcony where Shah Jahan was later imprisoned, gazing towards the Taj Mahal. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure at your hotel before your evening function. Scenic Sunset Drinks: Gather for evening drinks to admire the Taj Mahal at sunset from the close proximity of your hotel. Scenic Freechoice Dining: This evening, choose your Scenic Free dining experience from the following options, Indian BBQ at Bon Barbecue Restaurant, Chinese at C'est Chine at the Hotel Jaypee Palace, or enjoy a buffet meal of Asian and Western cuisine at the Bellevue Restaurant at your hotel. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Dec 8, 2027
    Day
    9
    Agra, India
    • Agra, India
    • Bus Travel
    • Bharatpur, India
    • Train Travel
    • Ranthambore National Park, India, India
    Scenic Freechoice: This morning, choose from two Scenic Freechoice experiences exploring Agra by bicycle or tuk tuk, either through the surrounding countryside or the city's vibrant streets. Afterwards, drive to Bharatpur for lunch and then board a train to Ranthambore National Park, one of North India's most renowned tiger reserves. Settle into your two-night stay at the Taj Sawai Ranthambore. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Dec 9, 2027
    Day
    10
    Ranthambore National Park, India, India
    • Ranthambore National Park, India, India
    Once the private hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park is now one of India's key tiger conservation areas. Accompanied by an expert wildlife naturalist, set out on private morning and afternoon game drives in search of the elusive Bengal tiger and other wildlife that inhabit this rugged landscape. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Dec 10, 2027
    Day
    11
    Ranthambore National Park, India, India
    • Ranthambore National Park, India, India
    • Bus Travel
    • Abhaneri, India
    • Bus Travel
    • Kanota, India
    • Bus Travel
    • Jaipur, India
    Travel to the Pink City of Jaipur, stopping en route at Abhaneri village to visit the remarkable Chand Baori stepwell, one of the largest and oldest in the world, dating back over 1,000 years. Continue to Castle Kanota for lunch, the filming location of the Viceroy Club in The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. On arrival in Jaipur, discover the iconic Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds), famed for its intricate honeycomb facade of 953 windows designed to capture cooling breezes. Stay for two nights at Jai Mahal Palace, an authentic luxury palace built in 1745 and now a lovingly restored Rajasthani landmark set amid 18 acres of landscaped gardens. This evening, enjoy a cultural show at the hotel. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Dec 11, 2027
    Day
    12
    • Jaipur, India
    This morning, visit the Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century astronomical observatory and UNESCO World Heritage Site. From here take a short walk to the City Palace, home to the rulers of Jaipur and its museum. Enjoy lunch in a restaurant attached to the City Palace before returning to your hotel. Later in the afternoon, visit the magnificent Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed hilltop fortress located just outside Jaipur. Explore its opulent palaces, richly decorated with intricate carvings, mirrored halls, and exquisite artwork, before dining at the Restaurant 1135 AD at Amber Fort, located at the top of the complex with commanding views over the fort and countryside. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Dec 12, 2027
    Day
    13
    • Jaipur, India
    • Air Travel
    • Kolkata, India

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 13 - Sunday - Dec 12, 2027
    Day
    13
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Kolkata, India
    Fly to the vibrant city of Kolkata to continue your West Bengal river journey. You will be warmly welcomed at the airport and transferred to the wharf to board Scenic Aura. Settle into your luxurious surroundings before joining your fellow guests for an elegant Welcome Dinner.
    Monday - Dec 13, 2027
    Day
    14
    • Serampore, India
    • Chinsurah, India
    After an early morning visit to Kolkata's flower market, one of the largest in India, step ashore at Serampore to explore one of Bengal's most intriguing Danish colonial settlements, once described as the best-kept European town in India. A Danish enclave from 1755 until 1845, when it was sold to the British East India Company, the town still retains many buildings recently restored through the combined efforts of the National Museum of Denmark and the Government of West Bengal. Visit the historic St. Olav's Church, built in 1806, along with the Governor's House and the Denmark Tavern, where you can pause for a morning refreshment. Each site offers a fascinating window into Bengal's European past. This afternoon, Scenic Aura calls at Chinsura, where you will visit the iconic Hooghly Imambara, one of West Bengal's most revered Shia pilgrimage centers. Constructed in 1861, it features a sundial and an imposing clock tower acquired in 1852 from the London-based manufacturer who created 'Big Ben'. ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 14, 2027
    Day
    15
    • Mayapur, India
    Today, Scenic Aura arrives at Mayapur, the global spiritual headquarters of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) and one of the 20 most visited and sacred places in the world. Admire the nearly completed Temple of the Vedic Planetarium, part funded by Alfred Ford and due for completion in November 2027, with opening celebrations planned through to March 2028. Engage with the welcoming Hare Krishna community and stroll through the vibrant pilgrims' bazaar, a sensory celebration of color, fragrance, and devotion. ...
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    Wednesday - Dec 15, 2027
    Day
    16
    • Murshidabad, India
    • Azimganj, India
    • Badanagar, India
    This morning, arrive in Murshidabad, once the powerful seat of the Nawabs of Bengal and the region where the British East India Company began its expansion in India. It remained the capital of Bengal until it was moved to Calcutta (Kolkata) in 1773. Marvel at Hazarduari Palace, known as the Palace of a Thousand Doors, of which 100 are false. Built in 1837 and designed by Duncan Macleod, it is now one of the largest site museums under the Archaeological Survey of India. Travel in timeless style by toto (electric rickshaw) to the grand Katra Masjid. Built between 1723 and 1724 by Nawab Murshid Quli Khan, Katra Masjid is a significant religious site showcasing a unique blend of Indo-Islamic architecture. Scenic Enrich: Visit the exquisite Kathgola Palace, where a signature Scenic Enrich High Tea awaits within its storied walls. Surrounded by lush gardens and water features, this elegant palace showcases the influence of Greek, Roman, and Indian architectural styles. A walk through its corridors will transport you back to the days of opulence and grandeur. This afternoon, the ship will move to Azimganj and Baranagar, smaller cities in the municipality in Murshidabad district. In Azimganj visit the serene Jain temples, offering a captivating introduction to the influence of the wealthy merchant families of the region and the intricate temples of the Jainism, an ancient Indian religion centered on spiritual purity, self-discipline, and disciplined nonviolence (ahimsa) to all living creatures. In Baranagar visit the 260-year-old ornate terracotta Char Bangla Temples, a unique complex of four terracotta temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. ...
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    Thursday - Dec 16, 2027
    Day
    17
    • Khushbagh, India
    • Plassey Landing, India
    Step ashore to explore the tranquil village of Khushbagh, known as the "Gardens of Happiness" where history and rural life intertwine. A serene early morning journey past farmland leads to a beautifully preserved mosque complex built by Nawab Alivardi Khan, where the Nawab, his family, and his grandson Siraj-ud-Daulah are laid to rest. Nearby lies the historic site of the Battle of Plassey (1757), fought on the banks of the Hooghly River. This victory by the British East India Company under Robert Clive marked a turning point, leading to British control of Bengal. ...
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    Friday - Dec 17, 2027
    Day
    18
    • Matiari, India
    Today's destination is the village of Matiari, renowned for its long-standing tradition of copper and brass craftsmanship. Watch master artisans transform recycled metals into beautifully handcrafted pots, platters, and decorative pieces using techniques passed down through generations. This visit offers an authentic glimpse into a living cultural tradition. ...
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    Saturday - Dec 18, 2027
    Day
    19
    • Kalna, India
    • Phulia, India
    Arrive this morning in the 'City of Temples', Kalna, which flourished in the late 18th century under the patronage of the Maharajas of Bardhaman. Explore the Rajbari complex, home to several remarkable temples, including the Lalji Temple built around 1739, the Krishna Chandra Temple with its 25 decorated spires, the Vijay Vaidyanath Temple dedicated to Shiva, and the intricately detailed Pratapeshwar Temple. Nearby is the Naba Kailash Complex, built in 1809, featuring 108 Shiva temples arranged in two concentric circles, with alternating black-and-white lingas in the outer ring and white lingas in the inner circle. Spend the afternoon at Phulia (Fulia) weaving village where artisans craft hand-woven cotton and silk saris. The weaving history of the town is inextricably linked to the settlement of skilled refugees from Bangladesh who came down here after India's Partition. It is famous for its Phulia Tangail saris, similar to the Dhakai Jamdani in technique with the motifs spaced out, but softer in feel. The Phulia Tangail incorporates vibrant colors and large, intricate designs woven in double jacquard. Apart from cotton, these saris are also woven in mulberry and tussar silk. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 19, 2027
    Day
    20
    • Chandannagar, India
    Today's call at Chandernagore transports you to a beautifully preserved corner of French colonial India. It was first established as a French colony in 1673 on the bank of the Hooghly River, when the French obtained permission from Ibrahim Khan, the Nawab of Bengal, to establish a trading post. Since that time the town has changed hands with Britain in 1757, 1794, and then given back to the French control in 1815. There it remained until 1950 after the French Government recognized the right to determination of the Indian people of the French Settlements in India. Stroll the elegant riverside promenade, lined with French colonial buildings. Visit the Dupleix Palace, the former French Governor's residence and now a museum, and the Sacred Heart Church, a fine example of French Gothic design built in 1691. Visit the former Hotel de Paris built in 1878, now the sub-Divisional Court and a reminder of the town's colonial past. ...
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    Monday - Dec 20, 2027
    Day
    21
    Kolkata, India
    • Kolkata, India
    Your final full day returns you to the captivating streets of Kolkata. Visit Mother Teresa's Mother House of the Missionaries of Charity before embarking on a private heritage tram tour, a nostalgic way to glide through the city. Continue to Tipu Sultan Masjid and the Victoria Memorial and Gardens before returning to the ship for lunch. Scenic Freechoice: The afternoon is yours to enjoy with a selection of Scenic Freechoice excursions. Choose from a visit to Kumartoli, the traditional potters' quarter, and the Parshwanath Jain Temple, or undertake a tour of 'Colonial Kolkata' including Dalhousie Square, the Writers' Building, College Street (Boi Para and Indian Coffee House). Alternatively, visit the Indian Museum and South Park Street Cemetery. This evening, enjoy your farewell onboard with your fellow guests and crew. ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 21, 2027
    Day
    22
    Kolkata, India
    • Kolkata, India
    This morning, disembark Scenic Aura in Kolkata and transfer to the airport or hotel for your onward journey.; Notes: This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for changes in river conditions, ad hoc local government regulations, or festivities. Please refer to Scenic's terms and conditions for further information. Hotels are indicative and subject to change. Please note: Preview itinerary subject to change. ...
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