
MV Ganga Vilas is a luxurious river cruise that sails along the Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers in India and Bangladesh. It proudly claims the title of the longest river cruise in the world, covering roughly 3,200 kilometers through 27 river systems.
Detailed Overview:
Launch Date: January 13, 2023
Route: Varanasi (India) to Dibrugarh (Assam, India) via Bangladesh
Duration: 51 days
Stops: 50+ tourist destinations, including World Heritage sites
Capacity: 36 passengers (18 luxury suites)
Operator: Antara Luxury River Cruises
Major Attractions Along the Route:
- Varanasi (Ghats & Temples) – Starting point
- Sarnath – Buddhist heritage site
- Sundarbans – Mangrove forests in Bangladesh
- Majuli Island – World’s largest river island in Assam
- Kaziranga National Park – UNESCO-listed wildlife reserve
Ticket Price & Booking:
The cost for this luxury cruise is ₹25-50 lakhs per person (approx.), depending on the suite and package.