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Brahmaputra Maximum – 11 Day India River Cruise

Brahmaputra Maximum – 11 Day India River Cruise

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This 10-night cruise starts at a river ghat between Jorhat and Dibrugarh, and terminates at Guwahati. Highlights are the old capital of the Ahom kings at Sibsagar, Majuli Island with its Hindu monasteries, Kaziranga National Park, temples at Tezpur and Madan Kamdev, and the silk weaving village of Sualkuchi.

Trip Name
Brahmaputra Maximum - 11 Day India River Cruise
Days
11
Overview
Vessel Type: River Boat Length: 44.5 metres Passenger Capacity: 18 cabins Built: 2019 ABN Charaidew II is our latest ship to join the fleet. Her length is 44.50 m and breadth is 11.00 m and she is powered by 2 engines. Her extra-shallow draught and a lower profile than conventional designs allow her to cruise faster. ABN Charaidew II has 18 cabins in total: 2 spacious deluxe cabins (350 sq. feet) and 12 spacious twin/double cabins (240 sq. feet.) are on the upper deck while 4 cabins with queen size bed (170 sq. feet) are on the main deck for which we charge no supplement. The decor reflects a sense of homecoming to Assam, with touches of colonial elegance, brought to life by traditional Assamese designs on hand-woven cotton fabrics. All standard cabins on ABN Charaidew II have French balconies, while the two deluxe cabins have a private balcony. There is a comfortable saloon and bar, dining room, a big open sundeck, gym, and a small spa onboard which offers a wide range of treatments. ONBOARD FEATURES Spacious cabins with individual climate control En suite shower/WC with Biotique toiletries Generous cupboard space and under-bed storage Hair drier in each cabin Minibar in each cabin In-room electronic safe Tea/coffee making facilities in cabins Intercommunication telephone in cabins High quality bathrobes and slippers in cabins Large sliding glass windows offering panoramic views of the river Vast sundeck both open and shaded, with sofas and sun loungers Spacious air-conditioned saloon Mini library Spa with choice of treatments In-house gym SERVICES Shore excursion program including all admissions Services of in-house guide and naturalist during excursions and onboard Cold towel service after excursions Welcome drink after excursions Shoe-cleaning after excursions Turndown service in all cabins Expertly trained culinary staff Single seating for buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner Acclaimed combination of Indian and Western cuisines Wide choice of wines, spirits and beer Complimentary tea, coffee and packaged water throughout Welcome reception Farewell reception Local on-board dance & song performances 24/7 power backup Wi-Fi internet in the saloon, sundeck; dining hall (subject to network availability) during the day time.

Itinerary



Day 1 - DAY 1 Dibrugarh
​ Arrive at Dibrugarh, a typical colonial town and major American base in WWII, then drive for 4 ½ hrs to embark on our ship at Neamati Ghat. Alternatively, arrive at Jorhat airport and drive for 1 ½ hrs to the embarkation point of Neamati Ghat.
Day 2 - DAY 2 Sibsagar
Your first excursion and experience of the rich variety of life along the Brahmaputra is Sibsagar, the one-time capital of the Ahom kings of Assam. Shan by origin but converts to Hinduism, the Ahoms ruled Assam for some 700 years until the 1820s. Their culture and architecture is a unique and intriguing amalgam of India and Southeast Asia. You’ll see temples with stupa-like profiles and palaces of distinctive form. The temple tank here is believed to be the world’s largest hand-excavated reservoir and quite the feat of engineering, as you’ll see. Lunch is taken at Horu Charai, a quintessential Assamese tea estate. Return to the ship and cruise downstream for three hours to Majuli island, one of the world’s largest river islands. ​
Day 3 - DAY 3 Majuli
A microcosm of Assamese culture, Majuli is much-photographed but little-visited. It is a stronghold of the peaceful religion of neo-Vaishnavism and the elegant island satras — some for celibate monks, some for families — showcase a unique way of life where the faithful live simply, offering worship through gayan-bayan (songs and musical instruments) and readings. You’ll visit a monastery at Auniati with its eclectic museum, then attend a dance performance at Kamalabari monastery. Later, return to the ship and cruise downstream for one or two hours.
Day 4 - DAY 4 Kaziranga National Park
​ A day spent mostly sailing languidly along the Brahmaputra, though you’ll stop for a short visit to a tribal river village. By afternoon, Kaziranga National Park will be on your left – wild elephants are sometimes visible from the boat and once, memorably, a tiger, so keep an eye out for movement on the banks.
Day 5 - DAY 5 Vishnath
This morning, you’ll arrive at the delightful temple town of Vishnath, known for its fine Ahom-period temple. Take a walk ashore to explore the architecture and village life before continuing the voyage down to a quaint mooring at Silghat, where butterflies abound in the surrounding jungle. Go on your first safari in Kaziranga National Park, a jeep ride through the woodlands, grasslands and wetlands of the Western Range. ​
Day 6 - DAY 6 Kaziranga National Park
​ Today, drive to Kaziranga’s Central Range for a morning jeep safari. Covering an area of approximately 430 sq kms, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kaziranga National Park is home to the world’s largest population of the Indian One-Horned Rhinoceros as well as the Indian Wild Water Buffalo. It has also earned the distinction of having the highest density of Royal Bengal Tigers (one every five sq. km.) making this park an incredibly rich biodiversity hotspot. With its marshy swamps and thickets of elephant grass, this park supports large populations of Indian elephants, Indian bison, swamp deer, and Capped Langurs. ​ Besides wildlife, Kaziranga National Park is also a birding paradise. A few of the bird species found here are the Oriental Honey Buzzard, Black-shouldered Kite, White-tailed Eagle, Himalayan Griffon and so on. Kaziranga National Park also frequently draws comparisons to the Serengeti in Africa due to the park's abundance of wildlife and birds. ​​ In the afternoon, go inside the Kaziranga National Park for another jeep safari.
Day 7 - DAY 7 Tezpur & Da Parbatia temple
​ Cruise downstream under the seemingly endless new bridge to dock at Tezpur. Those taking Assam Despatch 4B are transferred this morning from a Kaziranga lodge to board the ship at Tezpur in time for lunch. ​ After lunch on board, we visit the remains of the the 6th century Da Parbatia temple with its exquisitely carved portal. Board cycle rickshaws to take us through the bazaars to Cole Park with its collection of medieval stone carvings. Later, reboard our ship and cruise downstream to moor for the night near the isolated Singri Hill.
Day 8 - DAY 8 Ganesh Pahar
​ The day is spent on the river, traversing a lunar landscape of sand islands then closing in on the range of hills beyond which lies Guwahati. Moor for the night not far from Ganesh Pahar. ​
Day 9 - DAY 9 Guwahati
​ This morning’s voyage is particularly pretty, with jungle-covered hills in the south bank. Reaching Guwahati by midday, we moor opposite the city and climb up to the pretty Aswaklanta temple before driving out to the temple ruins of Madan Kamdev, their erotic carvings being an indicator of the strong tantric traditions of the area. Return to the ship and cruise downstream to Sualkuchi either this very evening or the following morning.
Day 10 - DAY 10 Sualkuchi
​ ​ Take a walk through Sualkuchi, a bustling little town and the centre of Assamese silk production. Your visit to the weaving workshops is a rare opportunity to witness the whole process of silk manufacture, from cocoon and spinning to dyeing and hand-weaving into exquisite mekhela chadars (a two-piece sari, the traditional attire of an Assamese woman). You then sail up to dock close to the great Saraighat bridge and take a tour of Guwahati, driving up Nilachal Hill to the Kamakhya temple. With its tantric rites and animal sacrifices, the more squeamish may prefer to content themselves with its exteriors. Visit the poignant Commonwealth War Graves, the museum and the colourful bazaars. ​
Day 11 - DAY 11 Guwahati
​ Disembark this morning and transfer to Guwahati airport for final departure.
Day 12 - Please Note:
This itinerary, including the cruise and approximate driving durations, is subject to river and weather conditions.​ Kaziranga National Park comprises low-lying grassland, which may not be visitable when the river is at or near flood level.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
23-04-202403-05-2024USD $2,300MAIN DECK CABIN
23-04-202403-05-2024USD $3,300UPPER DECK TWIN/DOUBLE
23-04-202403-05-2024USD $3,600UPPER DECK DELUXE DOUBLE
09-11-202419-11-2024USD $4,800MAIN DECK CABIN
09-11-202419-11-2024USD $5,600UPPER DECK TWIN/DOUBLE
09-11-202419-11-2024USD $6,100UPPER DECK DELUXE DOUBLE
07-12-202417-12-2024USD $4,800MAIN DECK CABIN
07-12-202417-12-2024USD $5,600UPPER DECK TWIN/DOUBLE
07-12-202417-12-2024USD $6,100UPPER DECK DELUXE DOUBLE
04-01-202514-01-2025USD $4,400UPPER DECK TWIN/DOUBLE
04-01-202514-01-2025USD $4,850UPPER DECK DELUXE DOUBLE
04-01-202514-01-2025USD $3,600MAIN DECK CABIN
01-02-202511-02-2025USD $4,800MAIN DECK CABIN
01-02-202511-02-2025USD $5,600UPPER DECK TWIN/DOUBLE
01-02-202511-02-2025USD $6,100UPPER DECK DELUXE DOUBLE
01-03-202511-03-2025USD $4,800MAIN DECK CABIN
01-03-202511-03-2025USD $5,600UPPER DECK TWIN/DOUBLE
01-03-202511-03-2025USD $6,100UPPER DECK DELUXE DOUBLE
29-03-202508-04-2025USD $3,600MAIN DECK CABIN
29-03-202508-04-2025USD $4,400UPPER DECK TWIN/DOUBLE
29-03-202508-04-2025USD $4,850UPPER DECK DELUXE DOUBLE
22-04-202502-05-2025USD $2,300MAIN DECK CABIN
22-04-202502-05-2025USD $3,300UPPER DECK TWIN/DOUBLE
22-04-202502-05-2025USD $3,600UPPER DECK DELUXE DOUBLE

Inclusions

    • Visit Sibsagar, the one-time capital of the Ahom kings of Assam.
    • Enjoy a safari through Kaziranga National Park.
    • Visit the remains of the the 6th century Da Parbatia temple with its exquisitely carved portal.
    • Walk through Sualkuchi, a bustling little town that is the centre of Assamese silk production.

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