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Today enjoy a cycle-rickshaw visit to the Khushbagh and Murshidabad.
Khushbagh is a peaceful garden surrounding the tombs of Siraj-ud-Daulah and his family.
In Murshidabad, visit the Nawab's great Hazarduari Palace, built by an English architect in 1837.Inside the palace one can observe a wide collection of pictures, china, weapons and other objects. Other places to visit are Katra Mosque, Nashipara Palace and Katgola Palace.
Stay overnight at the lodge.
Day 6: Baranagar
Embark on a visit to Baranagar and later cruise up to Hugli.
Baranagar boasts of three stunning miniature terracotta temples. This is rural India at its idyllic best. The route to Hugli from here is a charming waterway twisting and turning between banks lined with jute fields and mango orchards.
Stay on board overnight.
Day 7: Gaur
Reach and visit Gaur near Malda town and explore the remains of mosques and palaces there.
Gaur was once one of India's great cities. Historical relics of 14th and 15th century Bengal particularly worth seeing here are the Bara Sona Mosque, Dakhil Darwajah (built in 1425), Qadam Rasul Mosque, Lattan Mosque and the ruins of the extensive fortification. One can also enjoy the vividly enameled tiles on the Gomti Gate and Firoz Minar.
Stay on board overnight.
Day 8: Departure Transfer
In the early morning you will be transferred to Kolkata after a 5 hr train journey from Jangipur. Around noon, will be transferred to the train station or airport for final departure.
Hugli Upstream Bonanza Cruise ends
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