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Colours of South India & Luxury Lower Ganges River Cruise

Name: Colours of South India & Luxury Lower Ganges River Cruise
Brand: Scenic
Price: 11240 USD
Availability: InStock

Discover the colours, flavours and traditions of South India on an ultra-luxury journey from Kochi and Kerala’s backwaters to Madurai, Chettinad, Puducherry and Chennai before joining your luxury Indian river cruise.

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Voyage Overview

Destinations

Asia Ganges India Ganges River

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Before the cruise

Day-by-day stops

Attend a private Bharatanatyam classical dance performance and dinner at a Scenic Enrich event
Watch a traditional Kathakali dance performance in Kochi
Private boat cruise on Lake Periyar in Periyar National Park, renowned for its wildlife
Visit a family-owned spice plantation and enjoy a home-cooked meal
Stay in restored heritage properties reflecting the period architecture of South India
2 exclusive Scenic Enrich experience
1 Scenic Special Stay
Your choice of 17 Scenic Freechoice excursions and dining
65 meals – 23 breakfasts (B), 21 lunches (L), 21 dinners (D)
Scenic Cruise Director and Tour Director with expert local guides
Intimate small group touring with a maximum of 25 guests
Complimentary international beverages all day throughout your river cruise
Resort style pool & yoga classes on Scenic Aura
Wellness Centre and fitness area on Scenic Aura
Self-service laundry facilities on Scenic Aura
Complimentary Wi-Fi on Scenic Aura
All tipping and gratuities
Return airport transfers upon arrival and departure

Ship

Scenic Aura

Scenic

Scenic's Indian River cruises take place aboard Scenic Aura, a 213-foot vessel that was launched in 2016 and can accommodate 44 passengers in 22 one-bedroom balcony suites, as well as 35 crew members. The Scenic Aura, which offers an almost 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio, is equipped with a sleek swimming pool, a steam sauna, and an open-air cinema, among other amenities. Following a full interior re-imagining, she begins her inaugural Lower Ganges season in October 2027, sailing the Hooghly River through the cultural heartland of West Bengal.

Passengers44

Built2016

Decks5

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Current Offers

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Booking & Cancellation Policies

Children Policy

River cruises: minimum age 12 (younger guests considered case-by-case). Scenic Eclipse expedition voyages: minimum age 8 (12 for Antarctic and remote polar regions). All guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Third Person Policy

Selected suite categories accommodate a third guest (sofa-bed configuration in Owner's Penthouse on Eclipse). Third guest fare is typically 50% of the per-person twin-share rate. Subject to availability. Child discount: 50%

Cancellation Policy

150+ days before departure: 3000 USD penalty 121–149 days before departure: 50% penalty 0–120 days before departure: 100% penalty Loss of Booking Deposit of USD 1,000 and remaining Booking Deposit granted as FutureTravel Credit. Name change fee: $250 USD

Gratuities

All gratuities for the ship's crew, expedition team and shore-side guides are included in your fare. Additional tipping is entirely at your discretion and never expected. Spa, salon and other personal services are not all-inclusive — discretionary tipping applies if desired.

Insurance Requirements

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all voyages. Mandatory for Scenic Eclipse polar / expedition voyages — must include trip cancellation, medical evacuation (USD 100,000 minimum), repatriation and pre-existing condition coverage. Proof of insurance required prior to embarkation.

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Colours of South India & Luxury Lower Ganges River Cruise

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Voyage Overview

Destinations

Day-by-Day Itinerary

International flights

Kochi

Kochi

Kochi > Kumarakom

Kumarakom

Kumarakom > Periyar National Park

Periyar National Park > Madurai

Madurai

Madurai > Chettinad

Chettinad

Chettinad > Trichy

Trichy > Tanjore > Puducherry

Puducherry

Puducherry > Chennai

Chennai

Chennai > Kolkata

Serampore > Chinsura

Mayapur

Murshidabab > Baranagar > Azimganj

Khushbagh > Plassey

Matiari

Kalna > Phulia

Chandernagore

Kolkata

Kolkata

International flights

Ship

Scenic Aura

Current Offers

Super Earlybird Fares — pay in full & save

Ultimate Voyage — 10% off combined consecutive journeys

Solo Traveler Fares — reduced single supplement

Military & First Responder Savings — $150 per person

Booking & Cancellation Policies

Children Policy

Third Person Policy

Cancellation Policy

Gratuities

Insurance Requirements

Cabin Categories

Balcony Suite

Deluxe Suite

Grand Deluxe Suite

Royal Panorama Suite

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