By Wendy Byard
Travel Advisor for solo women travellers

Days 1–2 – Delhi
Arrive in India’s vibrant capital and settle into the Oberoi New Delhi. Explore Old and New Delhi, from the Red Fort to Humayun’s Tomb, with a rickshaw ride through the lively bazaars of Chandni Chowk.
Day 3 – Agra
Stay at the Oberoi Amarvilas, where every room has a view of the Taj Mahal. Witness this marble masterpiece at sunset — one of the world’s great travel moments.
Day 4 – Agra to Jaipur
Rise early for a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal. Then travel to Jaipur, the “Pink City,” and check into the Oberoi Rajvilas.
Day 5 – Jaipur
Visit the Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar Observatory, and explore Jaipur’s palaces, temples, and colourful streets.
Day 6 – Kolkata & Embarkation
Fly to Kolkata and board the elegant Ganges Voyager II, your home for the next 7 nights.
Days 7–12 – Sacred Ganges Cruise
Sail to Kalna, Matiari, Murshidabad, Mayapur and Chandannagar. Visit ornate temples, artisan villages, historic mosques, and colonial sites. Onboard, enjoy yoga sessions, wellness classes, and fine dining. Watch daily life unfold along the sacred riverbanks.
Day 13 – Kolkata
Disembark and explore the city’s colonial architecture, Mother Teresa’s home, and the colourful flower markets before your flight home.
Optional Extension – Varanasi
Add three extra days to visit India’s spiritual heart. Witness sunrise and sunset ceremonies on the Ganges, take a boat ride along the ghats, and soak in one of the world’s most profound cultural experiences.