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Day 1
UK - Kolkata (India)
Fly from the UK to Kolkata.
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Day 2
Kolkata
A representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel for a 2-night stay. (B)
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Day 3
Kolkata
Visit the famous Victoria Memorial (closed Mondays) which houses the iconic Rosewood piano, before continuing to the impressive St Paul's Cathedral and Mother Teresa's house. You'll also visit Shishu Bhawan, the children's home she opened in 1955. (B)
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Day 4
Jorhat
Fly to Jorhat via Guwahati and transfer to Neamati Ghat to embark your ship MV Mahabaahu. Look for Gangeatic Dolphins then enjoy a Welcome Dinner tonight and a talk about Sibsagar and the Ahom people of Assam. (B,L,D)
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Day 5
Sibsagar
Enjoy a day trip to the ancient city of Sibsagar, home to the tallest Shiva temple in India, the Palace of the Ahom Kings and the Rang Ghar amphitheatre. Take a traditional Assamese lunch at a tea estate with a family who have been tea-making for over a century. (B,L,D)
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Day 6
Majuli Island
Enjoy a yoga lesson or a walk along the swamps to see birds including owls, kingfishers and eagles. Sail to Majuli Island during breakfast and see the Satras, ancient monasteries that preserve antiques such as weapons, utensils and jewellery. Enjoy a performance by Satriya singers and dancers then meet the Mishing people in their village. On board tonight there is a talk on Assam's locations and importance. This evening will be spent under the stars on an isolated island. (B,L,D)
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Day 7
Dhansiri Boat Safari
After yoga and an early morning walk on a deserted island, take a river safari in the tender boats to spot the varied wildlife along the water’s edge. This afternoon there is an on-board cooking demonstration by the chef and a talk on Tea, Silk and Jute in Assam. This evening gather around a bonfire on shore. (B,L,D)
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Day 8
Bishwanath Ghat - Silghat
After yoga or a walk on a deserted island, enjoy a talk on Kaziranga and the wildlife of India this morning then explore the village of Bishwanath Ghat to visit the Shiva Dol and see the village women weaving cotton and silk in their homes. Sail to Silghat and visit the Kaliabore tea estate to see the tea-pickers and learn more about the process of producing Assam tea. Visit a jute mill to see how the fibre is made into eco-friendly bags then return to the ship for a cultural evening on board. (Please note the tea factory is not open between mid-December and mid-February). (B,L,D)
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Day 9
Kaziranga National Park
Set off early this morning for an unforgettable jeep safari through the Kaziranga National Park, home to animals including the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros, wild elephants and a wide variety of birds, with breakfast at a resort in the park. On board tonight there is a talk on Kamakhaya, the Occult and Peacock Island followed by a traditional Assamese dinner. (B,L,D)
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Day 10
Peacock Island
After yoga on board, visit a village on an island that is involved in extensive farming then sail to Peacock Island, renowned for its endangered Golden Langurs. Farewell Dinner on board tonight. (B,L,D)
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Day 11
Guwahati - UK
Disembark RV Mahabaahu this morning and visit the Kamakhya Temple which is devoted to the goddess of desire. Transfer to the airport for the return flight to the UK. (B,L)
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Day 12
UK
Arrive back in the UK.
