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23 Day 10. Matiari, Mayapur. Like a Local – visit the brass-working village of Matiari. Here, learn about the process of brass beating and the heritage of this skill in such a rural area. Later, you'll reach Mayapur, a place of sacred significance to followers of the Hindu faith, as the birthplace of an important Hindu saint who promoted the worship of Krishna. See the new ISKCON temple, an impressive structure that dominates the skyline of this spiritual town – currently being built by followers of the Krishna movement. BLD Day 11. Kalna. Cruise to the country town of Kalna, more commonly known as Ambika Kalna. Named for the Hindu goddess Kali, the surrounding area is home to many historical monuments, including more than 100 Shiva temples. Like a Local – enjoy a cycle rickshaw tour to discover these sites and admire some of Bengal's most unique temples. After, continue to the magnificent Muslim shrine of Imambara. BLD Day 12. Chandannagar, Barrackpore. Pass the old Dutch settlement at Chinsura then arrive at Chandannagar. Here, you'll visit the 18th-century French church and Dupleix's House, now re-purposed as a museum. Continue to Barrackpore and disembark for a walk past the Semaphore Tower, Government House and Flagstaff House. BLD Day 13. Kolkata, Disembark Cruise. Arrive in Kolkata and be amazed by the bustling Mullik Ghat Flower Market. Afterwards, head to the home of the late Mother Teresa, before visiting the poignant Victoria Memorial. Sit down to a fabulous lunch at your hotel and then take time out for an afternoon at leisure. Special Stay – experience a night at the magnificent Taj Bengal. Stay: Kolkata, Taj Bengal. BL Day 14. Depart Kolkata. Like a Local – enjoy a privately chartered tram ride through the city. After dinner, it's off to the airport for your onward flight. BD Experience the hustle and bustle of daily life in India Chandannagar Kalna Mayapur Matiari Murshidabad Farakka Rajmahal Bhagalpur Monghyr Nalanda Patna Kolkata INDIA Lower Ganges River Cruise No. of nights stay RV Rajmahal 2 12 1 EARLYBIRD SPECIALS SEE PAGE 7 FOR DETAILS 2016/17 DATES & PRICES (A$) 14 Days – Patna to Kolkata (TIN14) 2016 per person Twin Share Solo Trav. Oct. 7. $5,495 $7,945 Nov. 4. $5,995 $8,695 Dec. 2. $5,995 $8,695 2017 per person Twin Share Solo Trav. Jan. 6. $7,195 $10,745 Feb. 3. $7,195 $10,745 Mar. 3. $7,195 $10,745 Oct. 13. $6,695 $9,995 Nov. 10. $7,195 $10,745 CRUISE UPGRADES – RV RAJMAHAL Twin Share prices based on Cat. B (Double Stateroom) on the Main Deck. Solo Traveller prices based on Cat. C (Single Stateroom) on the Main Deck. See page 37 for deck plans. To upgrade, add per person from: Cat. Balcony Type Deck Twin Share A Panoramic Upper $395 A+ Panoramic Upper $595 Category A+ available from 6 January 2017. TOUR NOTES Prices include airport transfers, port charges, tipping and sundries. Low or high water levels may cause disruption to cruising, see pages 38-39 for details. See Kolkata's exquisite Victoria Memorial EXTEND YOUR HOLIDAY Extend your journey with a two-night stay in Varanasi. See page 34 for details.