Viking has announced that its first planned river voyages in India will take place on the Viking Brahmaputra, a new 80-guest vessel designed specifically for the Brahmaputra River. The Viking Brahmaputra is now under construction and scheduled to debut in late 2027.
The Viking Brahmaputra represents a new standard for modern river voyages in India and will sail between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat in the northeastern state of Assam. Guests aboard the vessel will sail Viking’s new 15-day itinerary, Wonders of India.
The eight-day river voyage includes a fully-guided land program with overnights in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.
Torstein Hagen is the Chairman and CEO of Viking
Torstein Hagen is the Chairman and CEO of Viking and he said “With its rich heritage, deep cultural traditions and fascinating natural wonders, India is a vast and vibrant country that has captured the imagination of explorers for centuries.”
The Chairman and CEO of Viking added “In recent years, our guests have particularly enjoyed visiting Indian ports on our ocean itineraries. We are now delighted to introduce a new way for curious travelers to explore the heart of this phenomenal country, in-depth and in Viking comfort.”
The Viking Brahmaputra Sets The Standard
The new Viking Brahmaputra is being built to accommodate 80 guests in 40 outside staterooms. The ship mirrors all of Viking’s other world-class vessels in featuring the signature Scandinavian design for which the company is known, and all staterooms and suites will have floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with a veranda.
Guests aboard the three-deck Viking Brahmaputra will enjoy an extensive range of amenities, including a Spa & Fitness Center and an open-air Sky Bar on the Upper Deck.
The Wonders of India Await
The 15-day Wonders of India itinerary will operate roundtrip from Delhi, with hotel stays in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur that bracket an eight-day Brahmaputra River voyage, sailing either east or west. A total of 13 tours are included.
Guests will be immersed in India’s cultural treasures and will have the opportunity to experience as many as 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Along the way Viking 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 gazing upon Jaipur’s ornate Palace of Winds.
While sailing the Brahmaputra River, guests will see Guwahati’s temple, encounter thriving villages along its banks, search for the legendary one-horned rhinos and buffalos of Kaziranga National Park, and enjoy 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 the Wonders of India itinerary. These include Delhi (two nights), Dubai (three nights; fully guided), Kathmandu (four nights; fully guided), and Cochin & Mumbai (five nights; fully guided).
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