Experience and relaxation go hand in hand along the coastlines of the Indian subcontinent. The churches and monasteries in the forests of Goa will never cease to surprise you, whilst in Cochin and Galle you will find reminders of colonial times. The marble splendour of the Taj Mahal is resplendent for all eternity. Unforgettable impressions rounded off by some time spent relaxing in the lagoons and on the beaches of the Lakkadives and Andaman Islands.
The cruise is fully booked.
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Combine cruises EUR1624 and EUR1625 or EUR1625 and EUR1700 and save € 1,000.
Scheduled flight Germany – Mumbai (Bombay)
Transfer to a first-class hotel, overnight stay with breakfast
Mumbai (Bombay)
City tour with lunch, followed by embarkation on the EUROPA, overnight on board
Mumbai (Bombay)/India, departure 21.00 hrs**
Marmagao (Goa), 7.00 – 14.30 hrs
Marmagao (Goa)/India
For almost 450 years, the Portuguese colonial rulers dominated India’s smallest state. Still today, there is plenty to remind you of that era and you can see its legacy in the new capital, Panaji*. In Velha Goa* as well, beautiful cathedrals and historic buildings still remain in the middle of the forest. An overland excursion lasting several days will take you to Agra, where you can see the fairy-tale majesty of the Taj Mahal* – a world-famous, marble monument to love, built by the Mughal emperor as a mausoleum for his much-loved late wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Today the colossal monument is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The Red Fort was also built according to the designs of Shah Jahan and the royal family once lived behind its fortified walls.
Agatti/Lakkadives***, 10.30 – 18.00 hrs
Agatti/Lakkadives/India
These tiny coral islands in the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean have remained little-known gems for those looking for some relaxing time away from it all. Discover the blue lagoons and fascinating underwater world and enjoy an untroubled day in paradise.
Cochin, 11.00 – 19.00 hrs
Cochin/India
The sight of the Chinese fishing nets* is as famous as it is unforgettable: they have been adorning the coastlines for centuries and show you the way to some beautiful sights. Walk through the old town of Fort Cochin*, go on a boat trip* to St. Francis Church, the oldest European church in India, and marvel at the Hindu murals in Mattancherry Palace*. The tranquil beauty of the Alleppey backwaters*, a labyrinth of lagoons, lakes and alluvial land, is like something out of a painting. Glide through the magical scenery in a local boat and learn all about the traditional lifestyles of the fishermen.
Relaxation at sea
Galle/Sri Lanka, 7.00 – 19.00 hrs [@
Galle/Sri Lanka
The thick fortified walls of the Dutch fort protect a little piece of Dutch colonial history: walk through the lovingly restored old town* and take a detour to see the curious collection in the Historical Mansion Museum*. Life along the Madu Ganga river* has changed little over the years and with luck you may see some native species of birds, as well as get some insights into traditional farming in the mangrove forests on the spice island.
Relaxation at sea
Chennai (Madras)/India, 7.00 hrs – 19.00 hrs
Chennai (Madras)/India
From an important trading post of the British East India Company, Chennai has developed into a modern city in the Tamil Nadu region. Three-wheeled tuk-tuks can be seen everywhere here and their expert drivers will take you on a tour* of the lively streets as they tell you everything you need to know. Kanchipuram* is a holy city. For more than a thousand years, Hindus have been making pilgrimages to the “city of a thousand temples” to honour the deities Shiva and Vishnu. Colonnades with fanciful sculptures and stelae, towers with artistic reliefs and ancient temples give this holy place a spectacular and enthralling kind of majesty.
Relaxation at sea
Havelock Island/Andaman Islands, 9.00 – 16.00 hrs
Relaxation at sea
Singapore, arrival 7.00 hrs
City tour with lunch, day room in a first-class hotel, transfer to scheduled flight to Germany in the evening
Arrival in Germany
* The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to changes.
** Subject to tides.
*** Subject to official approval.
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