MV Ganga Vilas is the world’s longest cruise which was inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 13 January 2023 on the banks of river Ganga in Varanasi. This luxuriant cruise will start its journey from Varanasi and it will travel around 3200 km in its 51 days journey. Ganga Vilas will go through 27 river systems and two countries. The cruise will start from Varanasi and will reach Dibrugarh via Bangladesh in its journey. This amazing journey will give tourists an opportunity to experience the local cultures of India and indulge themselves in the art, culture, history, and spirituality of Both India as well as Bangladesh.
About MV Ganga Vilas Cruise
MV Ganga Vilas is 62 meters long and 12-meter-wide ship that has three decks. It has 18 suites with a total capacity of 36 passengers except for crew members. This cruise has all the amenities which will provide travellers with a luxurious experience.
This cruise will play a vital role in improving the living standards of local people from where it passes. It will provide ample opportunities to farmers, horticulturists, and artisans who were living around the Ganga Ghat.
Destination Covered By Ganga Vilas Cruise
This cruise will start from the world’s oldest city Varanasi and it will sail through India’s and Bangladesh’s 50 world heritage sites which will come on its way. On its 51-day long journey, this ship will pass through some famous cities such as-
1- Bodhgaya – One of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. A place Buddha got enlightened under the Bodhi tree.
2- Patna – Capital city of Bihar
3- Nalanda – This city is home to one of the oldest universities in the world named Nalanda Vishwavidyalaya whose ruins are still there.
4- Murshidabad – A town in West Bengal that was famous for its silk during the British era.
5- Kolkata – Former capital of India and main hub of the British empire. Also, one of the cities which is famous for its culture, ethnicity, and food.
6- Dhaka – Capital city of Bangladesh, Dhaka is famous for Malmal which is fine quality silk that is famous across the globe.
7- Guwahati – Capital city of Assam which is famous for Kamakhaya temple and Kaziranga National Park which is another UNESCO World Heritage site.
8- Majauli Island – Majauli is the world’s largest river island which is located on river Brahmaputra. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site that is inhabited by local tribes.
9- Dibrugarh – On the 51st day of its journey the cruise will reach its final destination which is home to Bogibeel bridge and is commonly known as the Tea city of India.
Fare of MV Ganga Vilas Cruise
MV Ganga Vilas Has been fixed for Indian as well as foreigners. The per day cost per person is USD300 which is around (RS.24692). After covering a destination of 3200 km in the next 52 days, the total cost would be somewhat around USD 15,300 (RS. 12.58lakh INR).
