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India River Cruises

Embrace a culture like no other on one of our vibrant and life-affirming Indian river cruises. Showcasing the unique wildlife experiences, mesmerising culture and architectural relics of lesser-visited India, Jules Verne cruises give you a unique view of this diverse destination and will leave you feeling truly inspired.

Our collection of river cruises in India

Browse our collection of cruises in India, each one offering a different taste of this culturally rich land. Discover the banks of the Hoogly for a tranquil and rare insight into rural India away from the tourist trail.

Keen to get back to nature? Sail the Brahmaputra River from the tea plantations of Assam to the monasteries of the island of Majuli and witness wondrous wildlife at Kaziranga National Park.

India river cruises FAQs

To help you choose the right tour for you, we've covered answers to common questions we receive about India cruises. Remember that you can contact us with queries, too, or to discuss any of our itineraries in more detail.

What kind of boats are used for your Indian cruises?

Whichever Jules Verne India cruise you choose, rest assured your accommodation will be of the highest standard.

Each vessel has a traditional design with a nod to colonial elegance and is crafted for comfort with spacious public areas including lounge bars, dining rooms and sun decks.

What excursions can I do on an Indian river cruise?

No matter which India cruise you select, you'll have the opportunity for amazing excursions.
The Hoogly River connects you to forgotten monuments and rural villages where you can see artisans at work. India's colonial and Mughal history and its influence on contemporary culture can be explored on all our river cruises, in the form of city tours, museum visits, tea plantations and palaces.

Why book your India cruise with Jules Verne?

There are over 45 years of experience behind Jules Verne cruises and we believe that our India collection allows you to see the best of this diverse destination in style. Discover for yourself the Jules Verne difference that's earned us thousands of 5-star reviews from previous customers.

Select 'book tour' when you're ready to confirm your place on board one of our Indian river cruises or contact us via phone or email to discuss your choices in more detail. Exceptional service is a priority for us, which is why we match each enquiry with a Personal Travel Expert.

Along the Banks of the Hoogly - Upstream

A unique, original and exclusive cruise through rural India along the River Hoogly between Calcutta and English Bazaar

Read More 11 nights from £3945

Along the Banks of the Hoogly - Downstream

Go with the flow of the Hoogly for 250 miles from Farakka to Kolkata. This tranquil cruise is a journey through time via rural villages, rarely visited ruins, temples, palaces and Mughal gardens

Read More 10 nights from £3995

Assam & the Brahmaputra

Exclusive cruise along India’s iconic Brahmaputra River including Assam’s tea country, rural and villages, the monasteries of Majuli Island, and wonderful wildlife of Kaziranga National Park

Read More 11 nights from £4740