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Luxury Lower Ganges River Cruise & Ultimate Sri Lanka
Scenic Aura, Scenic River Cruises
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Scenic Aura
Departure: 15/11/2027
Duration: 23 Days
Kolkata (ex Calcutta) to Colombo
Price reflects the best available for this sailing. For a personalised quotation, please contact our cruise specialists.
Itinerary
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Day 1 Kolkata (ex Calcutta), India 15 Nov 2027 (Monday)
Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, India, is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage, colonial architecture, and intellectual dynamism. Often called the "City of Joy," Kolkata blends the old and new, featuring landmarks like the Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, and Indian Museum alongside bustling markets and modern malls. The city's literary and artistic legacy is celebrated through numerous festivals, theaters, and galleries. Renowned for its culinary delights, Kolkata offers a diverse cuisine, from street food to Bengali sweets. Home to notable figures like Rabindranath Tagor... See more
- Day 2 Serampore, India 16 Nov 2027 (Tuesday)
- Day 2 Chinsurah, India 16 Nov 2027 (Tuesday)
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Day 3 Mayapur, India 17 Nov 2027 (Wednesday)
Mayapur, located in West Bengal, India, is a spiritual haven renowned as the birthplace of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, the founder of the Gaudiya Vaishnavism tradition. Situated at the confluence of the Ganges and Jalangi rivers, Mayapur is a global center for the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). The town attracts devotees and tourists with its serene ambiance, the grand ISKCON Chandrodaya Temple, and vibrant religious festivals. The peaceful environment, devotional music, and lush greenery make Mayapur a sacred destination for those seeking spiritual growth and tranquility,... See moreMayapur, located in West Bengal, India, is a spiritual haven renowned as the birthplace of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, the founder of the Gaudiya Vaishnavism tradition. Situated at the confluence of the Ganges and Jalangi rivers, Mayapur is a global center for the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). The town attracts devotees and tourists with its serene ambiance, the grand ISKCON Chandrodaya Temple, and vibrant religious festivals. The peaceful environment, devotional music, and lush greenery make Mayapur a sacred destination for those seeking spiritual growth and tranquility, offering a deep connection to the rich traditions of Hinduism.
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Day 4 Murshidabad, India 18 Nov 2027 (Thursday)
Murshidabad, located in West Bengal, India, is a historic city steeped in rich cultural heritage and architectural grandeur. Once the capital of Bengal during the Mughal era, it is home to the stunning Hazarduari Palace, known for its thousand doors, and the majestic Katra Mosque. The city's landscape is adorned with splendid nawabi architecture, gardens, and ancient tombs. Murshidabad's vibrant history is reflected in its bustling markets and traditional silk weaving industry. The serene banks of the Bhagirathi River add to its charm, making Murshidabad a captivating destination for history b... See moreMurshidabad, located in West Bengal, India, is a historic city steeped in rich cultural heritage and architectural grandeur. Once the capital of Bengal during the Mughal era, it is home to the stunning Hazarduari Palace, known for its thousand doors, and the majestic Katra Mosque. The city's landscape is adorned with splendid nawabi architecture, gardens, and ancient tombs. Murshidabad's vibrant history is reflected in its bustling markets and traditional silk weaving industry. The serene banks of the Bhagirathi River add to its charm, making Murshidabad a captivating destination for history buffs and cultural enthusiasts alike.
See less - Day 4 Baranagar, India 18 Nov 2027 (Thursday)
- Day 4 Azimganj, India 18 Nov 2027 (Thursday)
- Day 5 Palashi, India 19 Nov 2027 (Friday)
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Day 6 Matiari, India 20 Nov 2027 (Saturday)
Matiari is a quaint village in West Bengal, India, renowned for its traditional craftsmanship and serene rural charm. Known particularly for its exquisite brass and copperware, Matiari is a hub for skilled artisans who create intricate handmade items, reflecting the region's rich cultural heritage. The village's picturesque landscape, dotted with lush fields and small water bodies, provides a tranquil backdrop to its vibrant local culture. Matiari offers a glimpse into the timeless traditions and simple, harmonious lifestyle of rural Bengal, making it a unique destination for those interested... See more
Matiari is a quaint village in West Bengal, India, renowned for its traditional craftsmanship and serene rural charm. Known particularly for its exquisite brass and copperware, Matiari is a hub for skilled artisans who create intricate handmade items, reflecting the region's rich cultural heritage. The village's picturesque landscape, dotted with lush fields and small water bodies, provides a tranquil backdrop to its vibrant local culture. Matiari offers a glimpse into the timeless traditions and simple, harmonious lifestyle of rural Bengal, making it a unique destination for those interested in folk art and the serene beauty of the Indian countryside.
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Day 7 Kalna, India 21 Nov 2027 (Sunday)
Kalna, also known as Ambika Kalna, is a picturesque town in West Bengal, India, renowned for its stunning terracotta temples and historical significance. Nestled on the banks of the Bhagirathi River, Kalna showcases a rich blend of culture and history. Key attractions include the Rajbari complex, which houses exquisite temples like the 108 Shiva Temples and the intricate Terracotta Temples. The town is also famous for its beautiful gardens and serene riverbanks. Kalna's vibrant local festivals and traditional crafts reflect its deep-rooted heritage, making it a fascinating destination for hist... See moreKalna, also known as Ambika Kalna, is a picturesque town in West Bengal, India, renowned for its stunning terracotta temples and historical significance. Nestled on the banks of the Bhagirathi River, Kalna showcases a rich blend of culture and history. Key attractions include the Rajbari complex, which houses exquisite temples like the 108 Shiva Temples and the intricate Terracotta Temples. The town is also famous for its beautiful gardens and serene riverbanks. Kalna's vibrant local festivals and traditional crafts reflect its deep-rooted heritage, making it a fascinating destination for history enthusiasts and cultural explorers.
See less - Day 7 Phulia, India 21 Nov 2027 (Sunday)
- Day 8 Chandannagar, India 22 Nov 2027 (Monday)
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Day 9 Kolkata (ex Calcutta), India 23 Nov 2027 (Tuesday)
Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, India, is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage, colonial architecture, and intellectual dynamism. Often called the "City of Joy," Kolkata blends the old and new, featuring landmarks like the Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, and Indian Museum alongside bustling markets and modern malls. The city's literary and artistic legacy is celebrated through numerous festivals, theaters, and galleries. Renowned for its culinary delights, Kolkata offers a diverse cuisine, from street food to Bengali sweets. Home to notable figures like Rabindranath Tagor... See moreKolkata, the capital of West Bengal, India, is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage, colonial architecture, and intellectual dynamism. Often called the "City of Joy," Kolkata blends the old and new, featuring landmarks like the Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, and Indian Museum alongside bustling markets and modern malls. The city's literary and artistic legacy is celebrated through numerous festivals, theaters, and galleries. Renowned for its culinary delights, Kolkata offers a diverse cuisine, from street food to Bengali sweets. Home to notable figures like Rabindranath Tagore, the city remains a hub of education, politics, and culture.
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Day 10 Kolkata (ex Calcutta), India 24 Nov 2027 (Wednesday)
Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, India, is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage, colonial architecture, and intellectual dynamism. Often called the "City of Joy," Kolkata blends the old and new, featuring landmarks like the Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, and Indian Museum alongside bustling markets and modern malls. The city's literary and artistic legacy is celebrated through numerous festivals, theaters, and galleries. Renowned for its culinary delights, Kolkata offers a diverse cuisine, from street food to Bengali sweets. Home to notable figures like Rabindranath Tagor... See moreKolkata, the capital of West Bengal, India, is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage, colonial architecture, and intellectual dynamism. Often called the "City of Joy," Kolkata blends the old and new, featuring landmarks like the Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, and Indian Museum alongside bustling markets and modern malls. The city's literary and artistic legacy is celebrated through numerous festivals, theaters, and galleries. Renowned for its culinary delights, Kolkata offers a diverse cuisine, from street food to Bengali sweets. Home to notable figures like Rabindranath Tagore, the city remains a hub of education, politics, and culture.
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Day 10 Colombo, Sri Lanka 24 Nov 2027 (Wednesday)
Sri Lanka's capital and largest city, Colombo offers fine restaurants, a buzzing nightlife scene, and good museums, parks, and beautiful Buddhist temples that are all worth visiting. The beach resort of Mt. Lavinia is only a short taxi ride from the downtown area and offers a golden, sandy beach and sunset views to die for. As an exciting blur of colors and cultures, Colombo presents a neatly packaged microcosm of this island nation.Sri Lanka's capital and largest city, Colombo offers fine restaurants, a buzzing nightlife scene, and good museums, parks, and beautiful Buddhist temples that are all worth visiting. The beach resort of Mt. Lavinia is only a short taxi ride from the downtown area and offers a golden, sandy beach and sunset views to die for. As an exciting blur of colors and cultures, Colombo presents a neatly packaged microcosm of this island nation.
See less - Day 10 Negombo (Sri Lanka), Sri Lanka 24 Nov 2027 (Wednesday)
- Day 11 Negombo (Sri Lanka), Sri Lanka 25 Nov 2027 (Thursday)
- Day 12 Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka 26 Nov 2027 (Friday)
- Day 12 Pinnawala, Sri Lanka 26 Nov 2027 (Friday)
- Day 12 Negombo (Sri Lanka), Sri Lanka 26 Nov 2027 (Friday)
- Day 13 Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka 27 Nov 2027 (Saturday)
- Day 14 Polonnaruwa (Sri Lanka), Sri Lanka 28 Nov 2027 (Sunday)
- Day 14 Minneriya National Park, Sri Lanka 28 Nov 2027 (Sunday)
- Day 15 Dambulla (Sri Lanka), Sri Lanka 29 Nov 2027 (Monday)
- Day 15 Kandy, Sri Lanka 29 Nov 2027 (Monday)
- Day 16 Kandy, Sri Lanka 30 Nov 2027 (Tuesday)
- Day 17 Kandy, Sri Lanka 01 Dec 2027 (Wednesday)
- Day 17 Hatton, Sri Lanka 01 Dec 2027 (Wednesday)
- Day 18 Hatton, Sri Lanka 02 Dec 2027 (Thursday)
- Day 19 Hatton, Sri Lanka 03 Dec 2027 (Friday)
- Day 19 Balapitiya, Sri Lanka 03 Dec 2027 (Friday)
- Day 20 Balapitiya, Sri Lanka 04 Dec 2027 (Saturday)
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Day 20 Galle, Sri Lanka 04 Dec 2027 (Saturday)
Galle is the administrative capital of the Southern Province in Sri Lanka. The city has a beautiful tropical setting with Dutch-colonial architecture. Explore the maritime museums, try some of the delicacies and explore the shops for souvenirs.Galle is the administrative capital of the Southern Province in Sri Lanka. The city has a beautiful tropical setting with Dutch-colonial architecture. Explore the maritime museums, try some of the delicacies and explore the shops for souvenirs.
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Day 21 Galle, Sri Lanka 05 Dec 2027 (Sunday)
Galle is the administrative capital of the Southern Province in Sri Lanka. The city has a beautiful tropical setting with Dutch-colonial architecture. Explore the maritime museums, try some of the delicacies and explore the shops for souvenirs.Galle is the administrative capital of the Southern Province in Sri Lanka. The city has a beautiful tropical setting with Dutch-colonial architecture. Explore the maritime museums, try some of the delicacies and explore the shops for souvenirs.
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Day 22 Galle, Sri Lanka 06 Dec 2027 (Monday)
Galle is the administrative capital of the Southern Province in Sri Lanka. The city has a beautiful tropical setting with Dutch-colonial architecture. Explore the maritime museums, try some of the delicacies and explore the shops for souvenirs.Galle is the administrative capital of the Southern Province in Sri Lanka. The city has a beautiful tropical setting with Dutch-colonial architecture. Explore the maritime museums, try some of the delicacies and explore the shops for souvenirs.
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Day 22 Colombo, Sri Lanka 06 Dec 2027 (Monday)
Sri Lanka's capital and largest city, Colombo offers fine restaurants, a buzzing nightlife scene, and good museums, parks, and beautiful Buddhist temples that are all worth visiting. The beach resort of Mt. Lavinia is only a short taxi ride from the downtown area and offers a golden, sandy beach and sunset views to die for. As an exciting blur of colors and cultures, Colombo presents a neatly packaged microcosm of this island nation.Sri Lanka's capital and largest city, Colombo offers fine restaurants, a buzzing nightlife scene, and good museums, parks, and beautiful Buddhist temples that are all worth visiting. The beach resort of Mt. Lavinia is only a short taxi ride from the downtown area and offers a golden, sandy beach and sunset views to die for. As an exciting blur of colors and cultures, Colombo presents a neatly packaged microcosm of this island nation.
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Day 23 Colombo, Sri Lanka 07 Dec 2027 (Tuesday)
Sri Lanka's capital and largest city, Colombo offers fine restaurants, a buzzing nightlife scene, and good museums, parks, and beautiful Buddhist temples that are all worth visiting. The beach resort of Mt. Lavinia is only a short taxi ride from the downtown area and offers a golden, sandy beach and sunset views to die for. As an exciting blur of colors and cultures, Colombo presents a neatly packaged microcosm of this island nation.Sri Lanka's capital and largest city, Colombo offers fine restaurants, a buzzing nightlife scene, and good museums, parks, and beautiful Buddhist temples that are all worth visiting. The beach resort of Mt. Lavinia is only a short taxi ride from the downtown area and offers a golden, sandy beach and sunset views to die for. As an exciting blur of colors and cultures, Colombo presents a neatly packaged microcosm of this island nation.
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What's Included:
- Included in your Scenic River Cruise is the following:
- Truly all-inclusive experience – no hidden costs, ensuring complete peace of mind.
- Luxurious suites with butler service for personalised comfort.
- All meals and unlimited premium beverages included.
- Exclusive Scenic Enrich cultural experiences and Scenic Freechoice excursions tailored to guests’ interests.
- Onboard wellness facilities, including a gym, walking track, and Salt Therapy Lounge (on most European ships).
Suites
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Balcony Suite
Suite Inclusions
- Luxury queen size slumber bed with pillow menu
- Scenic Sun Lounge
- Complimentary mini bar
- Complimentary movies on demand
- Hairdryer, alarm clock, telephone, In room safe
- International power sockets
- Luxury bathroom amenities, produced using local ingredients
- Luxury bathrobe and slippers
- Nordic walking sticks and Umbrellas
- Butler service
- Free use of on board guest laundry facilities
- Shoeshine service
- Early morning tea/coffee service
- Beverage service in your private suite
- Individual climate control
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Beverage and meal service in your private suite
Balcony Suite
Balcony Suite
Balcony Suite
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Deluxe Suite
Suite Inclusions
- Luxury queen size slumber bed with pillow menu
- Scenic Sun Lounge
- Complimentary mini bar
- Complimentary movies on demand
- Hairdryer, alarm clock, telephone, In room safe
- International power sockets
- Luxury bathroom amenities, produced using local ingredients
- Luxury bathrobe and slippers
- Nordic walking sticks and Umbrellas
- Butler service
- Free use of on board guest laundry facilities
- Shoeshine service
- Early morning tea/coffee service
- Beverage service in your private suite
- Individual climate control
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Beverage and meal service in your private suite
Deluxe Suite
Deluxe Suite
Deluxe Suite
Deluxe Suite
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Grand Deluxe Suite
Suite Inclusions
- Luxury queen size slumber bed with pillow menu
- Scenic Sun Lounge
- Complimentary mini bar
- Complimentary movies on demand
- Hairdryer, alarm clock, telephone, In room safe
- International power sockets
- Luxury bathroom amenities, produced using local ingredients
- Luxury bathrobe and slippers
- Nordic walking sticks and Umbrellas
- Butler service
- Free use of on board guest laundry facilities
- Shoeshine service
- Early morning tea/coffee service
- Beverage service in your private suite
- Individual climate control
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Beverage and meal service in your private suite
- Morning delivery of newspaper service
- Daily delivery of fruit skewers in the afternoon
- Daily delivery of canapés and petit fours
- Pressing of 2 pieces of clothing each day
- Breakfast served in Suite
Grand Deluxe Suite
Grand Deluxe Suite
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Royal Panorama Suite
Suite Inclusions
- Luxury queen size slumber bed with pillow menu
- Scenic Sun Lounge
- Complimentary mini bar
- Complimentary movies on demand
- Hairdryer, alarm clock, telephone, In room safe
- International power sockets
- Luxury bathroom amenities, produced using local ingredients
- Luxury bathrobe and slippers
- Nordic walking sticks and Umbrellas
- Butler service
- Free use of on board guest laundry facilities
- Shoeshine service
- Early morning tea/coffee service
- Beverage service in your private suite
- Individual climate control
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Beverage and meal service in your private suite
- Unlimited complimentary laundry service
- Daily delivery of fruit skewers in the afternoon
- Daily delivery of canapés and petit fours
- Complimentary bottle of Champagne
- Morning delivery of newspaper service
- Outdoor Jacuzzi
- Outdoor day bed
- 150AUD per cabin Wellness centre credit
- Pressing of 2 pieces of clothing each day
- Full size bath tub
- Breakfast served in Suite
Royal Panorama Suite
Royal Panorama Suite
Royal Panorama Suite
Royal Panorama Suite
Royal Panorama Suite
Scenic Aura – Royal Panorama Suite
Royal Panorama Suite
Royal Panorama Suite
Royal Panorama Suite
Royal Panorama Suite
Royal Panorama Suite
Restaurants
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Crystal Dining Restaurant
Our spacious main restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Award-winning chefs prepare buffet, while regional wines are hand picked by our sommelier.
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River Cafe
The River Café provides you with a wonderful range of complimentary delicious light meals, snacks and refreshments that you can take anywhere at any time.
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In-Suite Dining
- Dine in the comfort of your suite enjoying the views
- Room service is available, and included throughout your cruise
Deckplans
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Sun Deck
- Sun Deck
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Diamond Deck
- Vitality Pool & Bar
- Royal Panorama Suite
- Grand Deluxe Suite
- Deluxe Suite
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Sapphire Deck
- Outdoor Lounge
- Scenic Lounge
- River Café
- Deluxe Suite
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Jewel Deck
- Galley
- Crystal Dining
- Gift Shop
- Reception
- Foyer Stairwell
- Deluxe Suite
- Balcony Suite
- Galley
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Gem Deck
- Guest Laundry
- Gym
- Wellness Centre
- Foyer Stairwell
- Guest Laundry
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