Luxury Expedition Cruises in Undiscovered India

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1 Luxury Expedition Cruises in Undiscovered India EXCLUSIVELY BY Assam and the mighty Brahmaputra River plus The Golden Triangle, Wildlife touring & Bhutan

2 The Brahmaputra River Starting from close to the holy Lake of Mansarovar, located in the shadows of Mount Kailash, in the mystical land of Tibet, is the world s third greatest river - variously called the Tsangpo in Tibet, the Siang in, the Brahmaputra in Assam and the Padma in Bangladesh. The Brahmaputra in Assam spans from 3 to 40 km across, flowing under the shadows of the eastern Himalayas with mountains reaching a height of over 7400m. The world s largest river island, Majuli, is located in its midst. The area along the river is a true natural history paradise. Here you find over 850 different species of birds, freshwater dolphins, and four national parks with abundant elephants, wild buffalo and one-horned Rhinos in the UNESCO World Heritage site, Kaziranga National Park. This leisurely boat journey down the fast-flowing Brahmaputra River in far north-east India is bound to open your eyes and mind to life-changing sights and spell-binding experiences, delivering tranquility and adrenaline in equal measures. Tricia Welsh, Freelance Journalist Pakistan Arabian Sea Jaipur Mumbai Delhi Pench Agra Fatehpur Sikri Kanha India Nepal Bishwanath Bhutan Ghat Majuli Paro ssam Punakha Bay of Kaziranga Nat.Park Your Cruise on the Brahmaputra River Jorhat Thailand South Sea Learn about the great cultures of India and cruise - for an Experiential Journey on the Brahmaputra, one of the great rivers of India - onboard the luxury expedition vessel, MV Mahabaahu. Mahabaahu have won numerous awards, here are just a few: National Tourism Award (015-16) Category: Ministry Of Tourism for Best Adventure Tour Operator Travel Award 015, Category: CNBC Awaaz for Best Luxury Cruiseline National Tourism Award (011-1): Category - Most Innovative Tour Operator for MV Mahabaahu. India is a land of great monuments and over 1. billion people, where every religion prospers in harmony in 19 languages and over 1600 dialects. The people and the cultures of the country offer a diversity of experiences, colours and lifestyles, which is continental in nature. Over the years we ve walked off many a beaten path: Untouched and little-explored regions along the river Brahmaputra while on a luxury cruise, next to the tribal heartlands of and Nagaland in the mystical North East. Viewing the grand monuments of the Golden Triangle, like the Taj Mahal (a great monument to love), the Mughal and Rajput Forts and Palaces. Into the Indian countryside, to experience the tribal and rural life where 70% of India still lives. A journey through the picturesque kingdom of Bhutan, one of the last Shangri-las. This Himalayan kingdom is a preserve of the living history of the Lamaistic Buddhist culture.

3 India Brahmaputra River cruise onboard MV Mahabaahu plus Tour Bhutan Embark Mahabaahu Assam Meghalaya Bishwanath Ghat Majuli Kaziranga National Park Nagaland Jorhat Disembark Mahabaahu This itinerary combines the best of two worlds the great cultural experience of and the soft adventure of a river cruise on the Brahmaputra River, onboard the MV Mahabaahu. INCLUSIONS All transfers throughout night 5-star hotel stay at the Oberoi Grand, with breakfast Sightseeing in Indian domestic flights as per the itinerary below CRUISE INCLUSIONS 7 night cruise aboard MV Mahabaahu from to Buffet breakfast, buffet lunch and sit down dinner 1 cocktail drink with each dinner onboard Arrival welcome glass of Champagne glasses of domestic beer/wine during your welcome dinner 1 cocktail and glasses of domestic beer/wine with farewell dinner Tea/coffee maker in all cabins plus complimentary cookies Entrance fees/national Park permits All excursions, performances & activities (see highlights) with bottled water English-speaking guides- Complimentary towels and juice after each excursion Complimentary shoe cleaning after each excursion ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive Transfer to hotel Day Sightseeing in (B) Day 3 Transfer to airport Fly to Transfer to ship Visit Kamakhya Temple & Peacock Island (B,L,D) Day 4 Village Visit (B,L,D) Day 5 Jute Mill visit (B,L,D) Day 6 Kaziranga National Park safari Weavers Village Bishwanath Ghat (B,L,D) Day 7 River boat safari searching for wildlife (B,L,D) Day 8 Mishing Village Visit (B,L,D) Day 9 Visit to Kamlabari Satra/Luit River for Visha story performance (B,L,D) Day 10 Disembark Transfer to Jorhat Haruchiari Tea Estate Fly to. (B,L) *Subject to weather & river conditions. Detailed itinerary & information available upon request. Bangladesh 9 NIGHTS Departure dates Sep, 1 Oct, 6 Oct, 7 Dec Departure dates Mar, 1 Apr, 11 Oct, 5 Oct, 8 Nov, Nov Departure dates Jan, 31Jan, 14 Feb, 8 Feb, 13 Mar, 7 Mar, 4 Apr Manipur Flight River Cruise Drive HIGHLIGHTS Visit Victoria Memorial, 's best known monument Explore the Indian Museum in Visit Eastern India's Largest Flower market in See St Paul's Cathedral, the first Episcopal Church of the East Pay a visit to Mother Teresa's house The Goddess of Desire's Kamakhya Temple Spectacular bird & wildlife viewing on the Brahmaputra River catch a glimpse of the Gangetic dolphins Enjoy a meal at the Haruchirai Tea Estate near Jorhat and learn about the colonial history of tea Take a jeep safari to Kaziranga National Park^, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to 180 different animals, including elephants, deer, bison, birds and the greater one-horned Indian rhinoceros Search for tigers on an elephant safari^ in Kaziranga National Park Take a boat safari where the Dhansari & Brahmaputra Rivers converge Learn the stories of Lord Vishnu enacted by the students of Gemur Satra near the Luit River Meet the Mishing people in their village See 's Shiva Temple, constructed in the year 1734, believed to be the highest Shiva temple in India Visit Peacock Island to see Golden Langurs - found only in Assam 3 The cruise also operates in reverse (downstream). Please enquire for prices - multiple departure dates available. Category River View Balcony Twin Suite Single River View AUD pp from* $4,985 $5,595 $6,675 $8,765 (prices based on Sep18-Apr19 departures. Contact us for 019/00 season prices)

4 Brahmaputra River cruise onboard MV Mahabaahu plus Bhutan Tour This fascinating tour takes you on a journey through the beautiful and picturesque kingdom of Bhutan, one of the last Shangri-las of the world. Temples and monasteries abound in this beautiful land. Explore the glorious Indian state of Assam as you cruise along the Brahmaputra River, with visits to tea plantations, Kaziranga wildlife sanctuary, temples and monasteries. INCLUSIONS All transfers throughout night pre-cruise and 1 night post-cruise hotel stay at the Oberoi Grand, with breakfast Sightseeing in 7 night cruise aboard MV Mahabaahu from to. (See page 3 for cruise inclusions) Indian domestic flights & flight to Bangkok as per the itinerary opposite 5 night Bhutan post-cruise extension including private touring & accommodation at Thimphu, Punakha & Paro with all meals, transport & sightseeing HIGHLIGHTS Visit Victoria Memorial, the Indian Museum and St Paul's Cathedral in Pay a visit to Mother Teresa's house Explore Eastern India's Largest Flower market in See the Goddess of Desire's Kamakhya Temple Spectacular bird & wildlife viewing on the Brahmaputra River - Catch a glimpse of the Gangetic dolphins Enjoy a meal at the Haruchirai Tea Estate near Jorhat and learn about the colonial history of tea Take a jeep safari to Kaziranga National Park^, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to 180 different animals, including elephants, deer, bison, birds and the Greater One-horned Indian Rhinoceros Search for tigers on an elephant safari in Kaziranga National Park^ Take a boat safari where the Dhansari & Brahmaputra Rivers converge Learn the stories of Lord Vishnu enacted by the students of Gemur Satra near the Luit River Meet the Mishing people in their village See 's Shiva Temple, constructed in the year 1734, believed to be the highest Shiva temple in India Visit Peacock Island to see Golden Langurs - found only in Assam Fly over the Himalayas, the world's highest peaks Visit Tashichhodzong, a medieval fortress & monstery See Thimphu's School of Arts & Crafts plus the Tango Gompa and National Library Take a picture of the famous Tigers Nest Monastery Drive the dramatic Wang Chhu & Paro Chhu river valleys See Ta Dzong's National Museum and Fortress of the Heap of Jewels plus much more... 4 Nepal India ITINERARY Punakha 1 Paro Bhutan Bishwanath Ghat Majuli Thimphu Assam Embark Mahabaahu Kaziranga National Park Jorhat Nagaland Meghalaya Disembark Mahabaahu Bangladesh Flight to Bangkok Day 1 Arrive Transfer to hotel Day Sightseeing in (B) Day 3 Transfer to airport Fly to Transfer to ship Visit Kamakhya Temple & Peacock Island (B,L,D) Day 4 Village Visit (B,L,D) Day 5 Jute Mill visit (B,L,D) Day 6 Kaziranga National Park safari Weavers Village Bishwanath Ghat (B,L,D) Day 7 River boat safari searching for wildlife (B,L,D) Day 8 Mishing Village Visit (B,L,D) Day 9 Visit to Kamlabari Satra/Luit River for Visha story performance (B,L,D) Day 10 Disembark Transfer to Jorhat Haruchiari Tea Estate Fly to. Transfer to hotel (B,L) Day 11 Fly to Paro Transfer to Thimphu hotel (B,L,D) Day 1 Thimphu sightseeing (B,L,D) Day 13 Transfer to Punakha Sightseeing Punakha (B,L,D) Day 14 Transfer to Paro Sightseeing (B,L,D) Day 15 Sightseeing Paro (B,L,D) Day 16 Transfer to airport, Fly to Bangkok (B) 15 NIGHTS Departure dates Sep, 1 Oct, 6 Oct, 7 Dec Departure dates Mar, 1 Apr, 11 Oct, 5 Oct, 8 Nov, Nov Departure dates Jan, 31Jan, 14 Feb, 8 Feb, 13 Mar, 7 Mar The cruise also operates in reverse (downstream). Please enquire for prices - multiple departure dates available. Manipur Category Myanmar River View Balcony Twin Suite Single River View Flight River Cruise Drive AUD pp from* $1,995 $13,610 $14,675 $19,645 (prices based on October 018 departures only - other dates at varying prices - please contact us for details)

5 Brahmaputra River cruise onboard MV Mahabaahu plus Golden Triangle Tour Punjab Delhi Jaipur NepaUttar 1 Agra This tour offers you an itinerary with a difference, combining a visit to some of the iconic monuments of the Golden Triangle with a cruise on the Brahmaputra River. INCLUSIONS All transfers throughout 5 nights of private car touring from Delhi - Agra - Jaipur including luxury hotel stays with breakfasts and private English-speaking guides. 7 night cruise aboard MV Mahabaahu from to (see page 3 for cruise inclusions) Indian domestic flights as per the itinerary opposite HIGHLIGHTS Enjoy a bicycle rickshaw ride as part of your tour in Old and New Delhi Take a sunset tour of the Taj Mahal Vist the famous Red Fort of Agra, Fatehpur Sikri enroute to Jaipur & The Palace of the Winds See the Goddess of Desire's Kamakhya Temple Spectacular bird & wildlife viewing on the Brahmaputra River - Catch a glimpse of the Gangetic dolphins Enjoy a meal at the Haruchirai Tea Estate near Jorhat and learn about the colonial history of tea Take a jeep safari to Kaziranga National Park^, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to 180 different animals, including elephants, deer, bison, birds and the greater one-horned Indian rhinoceros Search for tigers on an elephant safari in Kaziranga National Park^ Take a boat safari where the Dhansari & Brahmaputra Rivers converge Learn the stories of Lord Vishnu enacted by the students of Gemur Satra near the Luit River Meet the Mishing people in their village See 's Shiva Temple, constructed in the year 1734, beleived to be the highest Shiva temple in India Visit Peacock Island to see Golden Langurs - found only in Assam 5 India ITINERARY Embark Mahabaahu Bhutan Bishwanath Ghat Majuli Assam Kaziranga National Park Meghalaya Bangladesh Manipur Nagaland Jorhat Flight River Cruise Drive Day 1 Arrive Delhi Transfer to hotel Day Sightseeing in Old & New Delhi (B) Day 3 Drive to Agra Red Fort & Taj Mahal (B) Day 4 Drive to Jaipur via Fatehpur Sikri Dinner with local family (B,D) Day 5 Sightseeing of Jaipur includes Palace of Winds (Photo Stop), Amber Fort, City Palace and Jantar Mantar (Observatory) (B) Day 6 Transfer to airport Fly to Transfer to ship Visit Kamakhya Temple & Peacock Island (B,L,D) Day 7 Village Visit (B,L,D) Day 8 Jute Mill visit (B,L,D) Day 9 Kaziranga National Park safari Weavers Village Bishwanath Ghat (B,L,D) Day 10 River boat safari searching for wildlife (B,L,D) Day 11 Mishing Village Visit (B,L,D) Day 1 Visit to Kamlabari Satra/Luit River for Visha story performance (B,L,D) Day 13 Disembark Transfer to Jorhat Haruchiari Tea Estate Fly to. (B,L) *Subject to weather & river conditions. Detailed itinerary & information available upon request. 1 NIGHTS Departure dates Sep, 9 Oct, 3 Oct, 4 Dec Departure dates Apr, 8 Oct, Oct, 5 Nov, 19 Nov Departure dates Jan, 8 Jan, 11 Feb, 5 Feb, 10 Mar, 4 Mar Category The cruise also operates in reverse (downstream). Please enquire for prices - multiple departure dates available. River View Balcony Twin Suite Single River View Disembark Mahabaahu AUD pp from* $6,85 $6,895 $7,975 $10,65 (prices based on Sep18-Apr19 departures. Contact us for 019/00 season prices)

6 Wildlife Safari by Land & River India Embark Mahabaahu Bishwanath Bhutan Ghat Majuli Assam Kaziranga National Park Jorhat Disembark Mahabaahu Meghalaya Nagaland Punjab Delhi 1 Uttar 3 Bandhavgarh 3 Kanha INCLUSIONS Jabalpur All transfers throughout Nagpur 3 Pench 1 night Delhi stay with breakfast 3 night Bandhavgarh National Park stay at the King's Lodge with all ITINERARY meals & 5 game park drives (non AC) 3 night Kanha National Park stay at the Kanha Earth Lodge with all meals & 5 game park drives (non AC) 3 night Pench National Park stay at the Pench Tree Lodge with all meals & 3 game park drives (non AC) night hotel stay at the Oberoi Grand, with breakfast Sightseeing in 7 night cruise aboard MV Mahabaahu from to (see page 3 for cruise inclusions) Indian domestic flights as per the itinerary opposite SOME HIGHLIGHTS Explore 3 Indian National Parks (Bandhavgarh, Kanha & Pench) Take part in 13 game park safari drives Support the efforts of the Indian Government to protect endangered tigers in the wild by visiting Tiger Reserve parks. Enjoy delicious local cuisine Search for deer, antelope, bison, leopard, sloth bear, birds, wild boar and much more... Visit Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum & St Paul's Cathedral in Pay a visit to Mother Teresa's house The Goddess of Desire's Kamakhya Temple Enjoy a meal at the Haruchirai Tea Estate Take a jeep safari to Kaziranga National Park^, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to 180 different animals, including elephants, deer, bison, birds and the greater one-horned Indian rhinoceros Search for tigers on an elephant safari in Kaziranga National Park^ Take a boat safari where the Dhansari & Brahmaputra Rivers converge to see spectacular bird & wildlife Visit Eastern India's Largest Flower market in Watch enacted stories of Lord Vishnu Meet the Mishing people in their village See 's Shiva Temple Visit Peacock Island to see Golden Langurs - found only in Assam 6 Nepal Bangladesh Manipur Flight River Cruise Drive Day 1 Arrive Delhi Transfer to hotel Day Fly to Jabalpur Transfer to Bandhavgarh (B,D) Day 3 Bandhavgarh - game drives (B,L,D) Day 4 Bandhavgarh - game drives (B,L,D) Day 5 Bandhavgarh am game drive Transfer to Kanha (B,L,D) Day 6 Kanha - game drives (B,L,D) Day 7 Kanha - game drives (B,L,D) Day 8 Kanha am game drive Transfer to Pench (B,L,D) Day 9 Pench - Morning game drive (B,L,D) Day 10 Pench - game drives (B,L,D) Day 11 Transfer to Nagpur Fly to Transfer to hotel (B) Day 1 Sightseeing in (B) Day 13 Transfer to airport Fly to Transfer to ship Visit Kamakhya Temple & Peacock Island (B,L,D) Day 14 Village Visit (B,L,D) Day 15 Jute Mill visit (B,L,D) Day 16 Kaziranga National Park safari Weavers Village Bishwanath Ghat (B,L,D) Day 17 River boat safari searching for wildlife (B,L,D) Day 18 Mishing Village Visit (B,L,D) Day 19 Visit to Kamlabari Satra/Luit River for Visha story performance (B,L,D) Day 0 Disembark Transfer to Jorhat Haruchiari Tea Estate Fly to. (B,L) *Subject to weather & river conditions. Detailed itinerary & information available upon request. 19 NIGHTS Departure dates 018 Oct, 16 Oct, 7 Nov Departure dates Apr, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 9 Oct, 1 Nov Departure dates 00 7 Jan, 1 Jan, 4 Feb, 18 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar The cruise also operates in reverse (downstream). Please enquire for prices - multiple departure dates available. Category River View Balcony Twin Suite Single River View AUD pp from $11,85 $11,895 $1,965 $16,655 (prices based on October 018 departures only - other dates at varying prices - please contact us for details)

7 Gadadhar Singha Shower Cubical Wash room Wash room Wash room 3 TWIN & DOUBLE CABINS Suites with balcony (6.3m ) 9 Superior s with balcony ( m ) 1 Superior s without balcony (14m ) FEATURES Satellite TV, safe, mini-bar, in-house phone and ensuite bathroom. Airconditioned cabins and restaurant/lounge areas. Elevator connects all decks, except stairs to sundeck. 30 staff/crew. Local and Continental menus using locally-sourced ingredients, served in the main restaurant. Please advise any dietary requirements. supervised excursion tenders ferry guests safely to and from the vessel. All shore excursions are escorted. Currency on board is Indian Rupees only. All major credit cards are accepted. All cruising during daylight hours to take advantage of the spectacular scenery Features a swimming pool,steam & sauna room, Jacuzzi and hair salon Tailor onboard (extra cost) s Suites with private balcony 9 Superior with private balcony 1 Superior without balcony ADVENTURE RESORTS & Cruises M.V. Mahabaahu Deck Plan Store Store Lift Wheel House Sun Deck Deck II Pool Lift Deck I Rudra Singha Dining Galley Pantry Pantry Bakery Soma Lounge Entrance Reception Lift Entrance Buffet Buffet Boat Station Restaurant Muster Exit Fo c sle Station Mungri Mungram Boat Station Main Deck 7 Engine Room Auxiliary Machine Room Shower + Changing Cubical + Washroom Store Jacuzzi Lift Sauna Spa Ojas Steam Massage Room Store Lower Deck

8 For reservations please contact your cruise agent: T: F: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this brochure, Cruise Traveller cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Itineraries, dates and pricing were correct at the time of printing and are subject to change or may be withdrawn at any time. Special conditions apply. All rates converted from INR/USD and subject to currency fluctuation until paid in full. A good level of mobility is required in order to fully enjoy this holiday experience. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia.Travel insiurance is required and not included.far Horizons and Cruise Traveller reserve the right to change, correct errors, withdraw from sale any or all fares, itineraries and fees. ^Kaziranga National Park is open from 1st Nov-30th Apr. There are no elephant-safari or jeep safaris between May and October. Boat safaris will be offered instead during these months. 1485/0118