Viking has announced new dates for its India river voyages in 2027, 2028 and 2029, which are now open for booking, available from £11,595 for 15 days and 13 guided tours included.
*All details correct at time of publish (26 March 2026)
These additional dates include sailings on the Viking Ganges, a new vessel designed specifically for the Brahmaputra River. Currently under construction and scheduled to debut in 2028, the Viking Ganges will join her sister ship, the Viking Brahmaputra, which is set to begin operations in late 2027.
Both ships will sail between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat in the northeastern state of Assam as part of Viking’s new 15-day itinerary, Wonders of India. In addition to an eight-day river voyage, the itinerary includes a fully guided land programme.
“Since announcing our new river voyages in India, we have seen strong interest from guests eager to explore this remarkable region,” said Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO of Viking.
“By adding a second ship on the Brahmaputra River in 2028 and opening 2029 departure dates now, we look forward to inviting even more curious travellers to explore India in Viking comfort in the years to come.”
The Viking Ganges and the Viking Brahmaputra
The Viking Ganges and the Viking Brahmaputra are sister ships that will host 80 guests in 40 staterooms. Featuring the elegant Scandinavian design for which Viking is known, all staterooms and suites will have floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with a veranda.
Wonders of India
The 15-day Wonders of India itinerary will operate round-trip from Delhi, with hotel stays in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur that bracket an eight-day Brahmaputra River voyage, sailing east or west.
With 13 included tours, guests will be immersed in India’s cultural treasures and will have the opportunity to experience as many as 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Guests will delve into the rich history of India’s Golden Triangle, exploring Agra’s fabled Taj Mahal, strolling through Old Delhi’s winding streets and glimpsing Jaipur’s ornate Palace of Winds.
While sailing the Brahmaputra River, guests will see Guwahati’s temple, encounter the thriving villages along its banks, search for the one-horned rhinos and buffalo of Kaziranga National Park and discover the cultures of Majuli, one of the world’s largest river islands.
For additional immersion opportunities, Viking is also offering a variety of new pre and post-land extensions for Wonders of India, including Delhi (two nights), Dubai (three nights; fully guided), Kathmandu (four nights; fully guided) and Cochin & Mumbai (five nights; fully guided).
Price starts from £11,595 for 15 days, 13 guided tours. What’s included: flights & overseas ground transfers, onboard meals with wine and beer at lunch and dinner, an included excursion at almost every port of call, onboard WiFi, gratuities and more.
To make a booking or for more information, call 0800 458 69 00 or go to www.viking.com
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