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2020

Tour India by cruise between Madras, Sri Lanka and Bombay
11 Days - MDB_AIPP
# Description

Cruise

MADRAS - TRINCOMALE - COLOMBO - KOCHI - GOA - BOMBAY

Cruise to two fascinating countries and let yourself be guided on this grand tour of India and Sri Lanka. Like the great men who forged their history, you will arrive by sea to discover several Indian States: Tamil Nadu and its old trading posts, Kerala with its backwaters, Goa with its many places of worship and finally, one of the richest states—Maharashtra, with its vibrant capital city Bombay and the museum dedicated to Gandhi, known as the Father of the Nation.

Croisi +
All inclusive on board

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals
  • Refined local cuisine
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Tour leader or cruise director on board
  • Onboard activities and/or lectures
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included

HIGHLIGHTS

  • EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
  • Visits to 3 destinations listed as UNESCO world heritage sites 
    • The site of Mahabalipuram in Madras
    • The churches and convents of Goa
    • The Victorian Neo-Gothic ensembles and Elephanta Island of Bombay
  • A day in the Backwaters of Kerala
  • Colombo and its living museum that retraces the life of a traditional village
  • The museum dedicated to the life of Gandhi in Bombay
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Route

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Day 1

MADRAS (Chennai)

Your program will begin according to your time of arrival in Madras:

Passengers are welcome to board at 8:00 a.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, enjoy free time on board before lunch.

EXCURSION: Take a tour of Madras (in the afternoon). Visit the Saint Thomas cathedral, before entering the impressive Kapaleeshwarar Temple, dedicated to Shiva.

We’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. We’ll spend the night on board.

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Day 2

MADRAS (Chennai)

EXCURSION: Sanctums and forts (in the morning). Discover the superb archaeological site of Mahabalipuram, added to the UNESCO list of world heritage sites.

We’ll enjoy lunch on board. We’ll cruise to Trincomalee. We’ll have dinner and spend the night on board.

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Day 3

TRINCOMALEE (Sri Lanka)

EXCURSION: Take a tour of Trincomalee (in the afternoon). Discovery the city of Trincomalee, tour the Koneswaram temple, and stroll in the local market.

We’ll cruise to Colombo, then have dinner and spend the night on board.

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Day 4

Day at sea

Take advantage of this day at sea to enjoy easy living aboard the Belle des Océans and take part in the proposed on-board activities.

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Day 5

COLOMBO (Sri Lanka)

EXCURSION: The city of Galle and its fortifications, and panoramic tour of Colombo (full day). The city of Galle, included on UNESCO’s list of world heritage sites, is the most beautiful example of south-east Asian fortified cities. Afterwards, join us for a panoramic tour of the city of Colombo.

We’ll cruise to Kochi, then have dinner and spend the night on board.

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Day 6

Day at sea

Take advantage of this day at sea to enjoy easy living aboard the Belle des Océans and take part in the proposed on-board activities.

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Day 7

KOCHI

EXCURSION: Tour of the city of Kochi and the Backwaters of Kerala (full day). Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city, visit St. Francis Church, then continue on towards Backwaters. We’ll board elegant, thatch-roofed wooden boats and enjoy a lunch consisting of local specialties.

We’ll have dinner and spend the night on board. We’ll cruise to Goa.

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Day 8

Day at sea

Take advantage of this day at sea to enjoy easy living aboard the Belle des Océans and take part in the proposed on-board activities.

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Day 9

GOA

EXCURSION: Tour of the city of Goa (in the morning). Tour of the city and discover one of the most fascinating buildings of the city: the convent and church of St. Francis of Assisi.

We’ll enjoy lunch on board. In the afternoon we’ll cruise to Bombay. We’ll have dinner and spend the night on board.

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Day 10

BOMBAY (Mumbai)

EXCURSION: Take a panoramic tour of Bombay (in the afternoon). You’ll discover the neighborhood of Colaba with the emblem of the city: The Gateway of India and the Taj Mahal Palace, the monumental Victorian station, the university, the clock tower, and more. We’ll then visit the museum dedicated to the life of Mahatma Gandhi.

We’ll enjoy a gala dinner and spend the night on board.

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Day 11

BOMBAY

EXCURSION: Elephanta island (in the morning). Elephanta island is famous because it is home to the “city of caves”, a collection of archaeological cave temples dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.

We’ll return to the ship. We’ll enjoy lunch on board. End of our services at 2:00 p.m. 

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Dates & Prices

START IN 2020
Departure 01/11/2020
Arrival 01/21/2020
FROM $ 6,065 PP
Ship : MV La Belle des Océans Ship category : PREMIUM

* Price based on double occupancy

Sales

  • 20% discount for 1 child between 2 and 9 years old sharing a cabin with 1 adult (on the price of the cruise only - excluding supplements and service fees)
  • 30% discount for 1 child between 2 and 9 years old sharing a cabin with 2 adults (on the price of the cruise only - excluding supplements and service fees)

Formalities

Please consult the competent authorities (consulate/embassy) before your trip. The use of mosquito repellent is highly recommended.
Included :
Not included

Your cruise in the cabin category of your choice - all meals - drinks with your meals and at the bar (not including our special wine and drinks list) - all excursions mentioned in the program - emergency/repatriation insurance - all port fees.

International flights - airport/port/airport transfers - cancellation insurance / baggage fees: 3.8% of the total cost of the vacation package per person - tips for the crew, guides, and drivers.

Shore Excursions

8 Shore excursions
CLASSIC EXCURSIONS PACKAGE
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Included in tour package: Tour of Madras Sanctums and forts in Mahabalipuram Tour of Trincomalee The city of Galle and its fortifications and panoramic tour of Colombo Tour of the city of Kochi and the Backwaters of Kerala Tour of the city...
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Tour of the city of Goa

Tour one of the most attractive cities of the country: Old Goa. The Basilica of Bom Jesus is famous throughout the Catholic world because it contains the relics of Saint Francis Xavier, a Jesuit missionary charged with evangelizing the country. Then,...

Duration 3h30 Classic
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Take a tour of Trincomalee

Discovery the city of Trincomalee, the main center of Tamil culture.  Tour the Koneswaram temple, the temple of the thousand pillars. This Hindu temple is the most revered of the island and the main divinity is Shiva. Stroll in the local market...

Duration 3h00 Classic
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Tour of the city of Kochi and the Backwaters of Kerala

On the way to the lagoon, enjoy a panoramic tour of the city of Kochi. Visit St. Francis Church that was once home of the tomb of Vasco da Gama. Photo op at the famous fishing ports known to be especially picturesque, then continue on towards this la...

Duration 9h00 Classic
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Sanctums and forts in Mahabalipuram

Discover the superb archaeological site of Mahabalipuram, added to the UNESCO list of world heritage sites in 1984. Away from the hustle and bustle of Madras, a group of sanctums are sculpted directly into the bedrock, the most impressive being the &...

Duration 4h00 Classic
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The city of Galle and its fortifications, and panoramic tour of Colombo

The city of Galle was built by the Europeans in the 16th century and was included on UNESCO’s list of world heritage sites in 1988. The most beautiful example of south-east Asian fortified cities, the entire city charmingly illustrates the rich...

Duration 8h00 Classic
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Take a panoramic tour of Bombay

You’ll discover the neighborhood of Colaba with the emblem of the city: The Gateway of India and the Taj Mahal Palace, the monumental Victorian station, the university, the clock tower, and more. We’ll then visit the museum dedicated to t...

Duration 3h00 Classic
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Take a tour of Madras

Visit the Saint Thomas cathedral, built in the 16th century by the Portuguese and rebuilt in 1896 in the Neo-Gothic style. It is believed to house the tomb of Saint Thomas, the apostle who first brought Christianity to India. Then, enter the impressi...

Duration 3h00 Classic
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Elephanta island

Elephanta island is famous because it is home to the “city of caves”, a collection of archaeological cave temples dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.  This first class rupestrian site was added to UNESCO’s list in 1987 and bears...

Duration 4h30 Classic
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Ships

Several ships available for this cruise

MV La Belle des Océans
Useful information

EXCURSIONS:

  • Excursions are only available for purchase up to 15 days before your trip begins.
  • Excursions will alternate between air-conditioned buses, small local boats, or rickshaws.
  • The excursions will be narrated by a local, French-speaking tour guide, and you will have earphones for easier listening.
  • Frequent traffic jams in large Indian cities, caused by intense traffic or religious events, can disturb the sequence of certain excursions.

PRECAUTIONS

Vaccines are not mandatory for this trip. It is nevertheless advisable to be up to date with the following vaccinations: tetanus, polio, hepatitis A and B, diphtheria, and typhoid fever. The use of mosquito repellent is highly recommended.

CURRENCY EXCHANGE

The Indian and Sri Lankan rupee: please consult websites such as www.xe.com or www.oanda.com/currency/converter/.

Payment using credit or debit cards is not current practice, but you will be able to withdraw money easily. There is no currency exchange service on board.

WEATHER

In terms of weather, the best period for visiting India and Sri Lanka is from the end of November to the end of March, regardless of the region visited. This will allow you to avoid both the monsoon season and unbearable summer heat. The temperature oscillates between 15°C and 32 °C (59°- 90° Fahrenheit) in India, and in Sri Lanka, the temperature is relatively constant at this time of year: 27°C (80°F).

TIME DIFFERENCE

You can consult www.worldtimezone.com to see the time difference between your home and your destination.

Additional information

INTERNET

SATELLITE CONNECTIONS

Our ship provides Internet connection via satellite while we cruise, which is different and slower than what we are used to through our regular home or office services. We cannot guarantee connection at all times. Please keep this in mind while you are enjoying your vacation with us.

TELEPHONE SERVICE

DURING CRUISE

When we are at sea, you can connect your device(s) to the onboard GSM/3G network. Your service provider will automatically send you the terms and conditions of use for this service. You will be able to make calls, send messages, or use the Internet through this network’s roaming services. The GSM network will be turned off once the ship enters a port.

WHILE IN PORT

When the ship is in a port, you will be able to receive and make calls via your international calling/service plan according to the country you are visiting.

WATCH OUT FOR SERVICE FEES

We strongly recommend that you contact your service provider before your departure; international calls and data usage can be very costly and are almost never included in basic operator packages.

PLEASE CHECK THE SETTINGS FOR YOUR DEVICE

Once you are on board, but before you connect to the Internet, please check the settings for your device(s).  We request that you limit the downloading of videos and large-volume files. Automatic updates to your PC, tablet, and smartphones will affect the speed and cost of your connection. You probably have automatic updates for apps on your devices that you are not aware of. We recommend that you deactivate these updates while you are staying with us.

These cruises and tours are not recommended for persons with reduced mobility. You must be in good physical condition to participate as most visits are done on foot.

The captain of the ship is the sole authority who can modify the ship itinerary for safety or navigational reasons.

The excursions can be modified and the order of the visits can be reversed in the event of technical difficulties or local, cultural or sporting events. The local authorities can decide to close certain sites or museums at any time and for any reason. If this happens, we will propose an alternative. 

Alcohol can be dangerous to your health. Please drink in moderation.

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