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+44 (0)20 7752 0000PRICE INCLUDES: Economy class scheduled air travel %u2022 Three nights hotel accommodation in Kolkata on full board basis %u2022 11 nights aboard the MV Mahabaahu on full board basis %u2022 Indian wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner %u2022 Shore excursions %u2022 Noble Caledonia Tour Manager %u2022 Gratuities %u2022 Transfers %u2022 Port taxes %u2022 UK airport taxes.Not Included: Travel insurance, Indian visa, camera fees in national parks.CatCabin Description CSuperior cabin without balcony on Parshuram or Gadadhar Singha DeckBSuperior cabin with private balcony on Gadadhar Singha DeckASuite with private balcony on Gadadhar Singha DeckCSuperior cabin without balcony on Parshuram or Gadadhar Singha Deck for sole usePRICES PER PERSONBased on double occupancy%u00a36395%u00a36895%u00a37195%u00a38395%u00a36095%u00a36595%u00a36895%u00a38095BrochurePrice2026SpecialOffer Price%u00a36595%u00a37095%u00a37395%u00a38595%u00a36295%u00a36795%u00a37095%u00a38295BrochurePrice2027SpecialOffer PriceSPECIAL OFFER %u2013 SAVE %u00a3300 PER PERSON FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY Rang Ghar, Sibsagar Tea garden, Brahmaputra River Valley%u2018Chang Ghar%u2019 houses, Mishing VillageDay 10 Kaziranga National Park. Today is another early start as we head out to one of the finest examples of conservation and ecology in India, Kaziranga National Park. The sighting of one-horned rhino within the park is remarkably common and, during our two safaris, we will be given the very best chance of getting close to all of Kaziranga%u2019s endemic wildlife. While the rhinos themselves are reason enough to visit, the park is home to multiple mammals, reptiles and birds including wild elephants, hog deer, crested serpent eagles and of course, the Bengal tiger. We will explore the Central and Western Ranges with lunch in the park before returning to the ship in Silghat. Day 11 Bishwananth Ghat & Kaziranga National Park. Spend the morning at the tiny village of Bishwanath Ghat to meet the weavers, fishermen, farmers and boat makers that reside here. Take the chance to learn about life in the remote community and maybe purchase some of their wares. This afternoon we arrive at the eastern side of Kaziranga National Park and taking the Mahabaahu%u2019s two tenders, we will travel along the waterfront of Kaziranga where we will be able to explore its rich and varied wildlife. Having the vessel%u2019s tenders will afford us a further perspective of the national park as lizards, otters, birds, and larger mammals, such as water buffalo and elephant congregate along its riverbanks. Day 12 Mishing Village. The Mishing people are the second largest tribal group in northeast India, with a population of over a million in Assam alone. Today, we will pause by the banks of the river to explore a Mishing village with its characteristic %u2018Chang Ghar%u2019 houses on raised platforms. The Mishing women are expert weavers and during our time here we will be provided with a demonstration of the skill used in making typical Assamese dresses and of precisely how to don their tribal clothing. On returning to our vessel, we will enjoy a traditional Assamese evening on board. Day 13 Majuli Island. Majuli is the world%u2019s largest inhabited river island and possesses unique Hindu monasteries famed for their dance-drama performances %u2013 the whole island is now shortlisted for future UNESCO World Heritage status. On today%u2019s excursion, we will witness a traditional cultural performance before travelling to Kamalabari monastery to witness Vaishnavite priests carrying out their ritualistic ceremonies. The island also has a number of bird species with open-billed storks nesting all over the island whilst adjutant storks, whistling ducks, bar-headed geese and weaver birds may also be spotted. Day 14 Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary, Kaziranga & Sibsagar. The Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary is home to seven of India%u2019s nine primates including the only ape, the Hoollock gibbon and Northeastern India%u2019s only nocturnal primate, the Bengal slow loris. After an early breakfast we will driveto the sanctuary for a dawn safari. The upper canopy of the forest is dominated by the hoollong tree, while the nahar dominates the middle canopy and the lower canopy consists of evergreen shrubs and herbs. Together with our naturalist guides and an armed guard, we will walk through the thick evergreen forest for a couple of hours as we search for wildlife. On leaving the park those interested in history may want to visit Sibsagar, the stronghold of the Ahom Kings. We will visit the Rang Ghar used by the Royal family for enjoying buffalo fights and cultural performances and Shiva Dol, 104 feet tall and containing three Hindu temples. Afterwards, take a stroll in the market area to visit some silk shops and Assamese goldsmith shops. Alternatively, wildlife enthusiasts may wish to continue to the Eastern range of Kaziranga where an afternoon safari explores the Soholabeel, Maklung, Turturani and Dhuba areas of the park. Day 15 Assam to Kolkata. Disembark after breakfast for our flight to Kolkata. On arrival transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay. Day 16 Kolkata to London or Manchester. Depart this morning and transfer to the airport for the scheduled indirect flight, arriving in London or Manchester this evening.