Assam Cruise Tour aboard MV Mahabaahu

Arrive at Kolkata Airport, where our representative will assist you with a smooth private transfer to your hotel. Kolkata is a city layered with colonial architecture, intellectual legacy and vibrant street culture. After check-in, the rest of the day is kept free to unwind after your journey. Depending on arrival time, you may enjoy a gentle walk along the Hooghly River, explore colonial neighbourhoods near Dalhousie Square, or relax at the hotel. Food lovers may sample Kolkata’s celebrated cuisine, known for its Bengali flavours and colonial influences.

This relaxed introduction allows you to acclimatise before beginning your luxury river journey into Northeast India.

Overnight stay in Kolkata.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Guwahati, the gateway to Assam and the Brahmaputra Valley. On arrival, proceed to the river jetty to board the luxury MV Mahabaahu Cruise, one of the finest river cruise experiences in India and a highlight of premium Assam tour packages.

After check-in, settle into your elegantly designed cabin and familiarise yourself with the ship’s facilities, including open decks, lounges and dining areas. As the cruise begins sailing upstream towards Kiriakara>, enjoy sweeping views of the Brahmaputra’s vast channels, river islands and fishing settlements.

Evening onboard is relaxed, with refreshments served as the river landscape slowly unfolds. Dinner is enjoyed onboard as the vessel glides past quiet riverbanks under changing twilight skies.

Overnight onboard MV Mahabaahu.

Arrive near Tezpur, a historic Assamese town set against the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas. Disembark for a guided shore excursion exploring riverside areas, temples and heritage zones associated with Assamese mythology and early settlements.

Tezpur is often linked with ancient legends and archaeological remains and is an important cultural stop on many Northeast India tour packages. The visit provides insight into how religion, folklore and geography have shaped Assam’s cultural identity.

Return to the cruise and continue sailing towards Silghat, enjoying tea on the deck and scenic views of rural river life.

Overnight onboard MV Mahabaahu.

This day is dedicated to relaxed cruising along the Brahmaputra River, one of Asia’s great waterways and the lifeline of Assam. As the ship moves towards Silghat, landscapes shift between fertile floodplains, agricultural fields, sandbars and forested stretches.

After reaching Silghat, the cruise will drop its anchor. Soak in the beauty of nearby tea estates and breathe in the fresh aroma of tea leaves, and feel refreshed. Enjoy strolling through the manicured gardens and behold the sight of tea leaf pickers at work.

Guests may enjoy onboard leisure—open-deck relaxation, quiet reading corners or photography sessions. Depending on river and docking conditions, short shore walks or informal village interactions may be arranged, adding depth to your Brahmaputra river cruise experience.

The day offers a peaceful balance before upcoming wildlife encounters.

Overnight stay onboard MV Mahabaahu.

Early morning, disembark for a jeep safari at Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of India’s most significant wildlife reserves. Kaziranga is renowned for protecting nearly two-thirds of the world’s one-horned rhinoceroses and also supports elephants, wild buffalo, swamp deer and extensive birdlife.

The safari traverses tall elephant grass, wetlands and forest corridors, offering excellent wildlife sightings depending on season and movement. After the safari, return to the cruise and continue sailing towards Bishwanath Ghat.

The breakfast is followed by reaching the Kohora Gate for embarking upon a Jeep Safari to traverse the length and breadth of the national park. Spot rare species of flora and fauna.

The ship resumes sailing towards the Biswanath Chariali, the city which houses the first ‘Clock Tower’ of Assam, followed by the clock tower of Dibrugarh. Ride in small boats to reach the amazing town.

The Bishwanath Ghat is an important pilgrimage town on the northern bank of the Brahmaputra, known for its ancient Shiva temple and spiritual significance. Evening is spent relaxing on board amid river views.

Overnight onboard MV Mahabaahu.

In the morning, explore Bishwanath Ghat, observing temple rituals and daily riverfront life. The cruise then resumes towards Majuli Island, the world’s largest river island and a cultural cornerstone of Assam.

As the vessel approaches Majuli, the scenery opens into wide river channels and fertile floodplains. Majuli is celebrated for preserving Assamese Vaishnavite traditions and is a highlight of immersive Majuli Island tours.

Evening onboard offers uninterrupted views of the river encircling the island.

Overnight onboard MV Mahabaahu near Majuli.

Disembark for a guided exploration of Majuli Island, focusing on its renowned Satras—Vaishnavite monasteries that preserve centuries-old traditions of devotional music, dance, mask-making and storytelling.

You will also visit local villages to understand daily island life shaped by the Brahmaputra’s seasonal rhythms. These experiences add cultural depth to your Assam cultural tour.

Return to the cruise by evening for leisure time and dinner onboard.

Overnight onboard MV Mahabaahu.

Disembark at Nimati Ghat and proceed by road to Sivasagar, the former capital of the Ahom Kingdom. Visit historic monuments such as Rang Ghar, Talatal Ghar and the vast Sivasagar Tank, reflecting advanced engineering and royal architecture.

These sites provide historical context that complements the wildlife and river experiences of the journey and are often included in extended Assam heritage tours.

After sightseeing, return towards Nimati or continue with planned cruise or accommodation arrangements.

Overnight onboard / at designated accommodation.

After breakfast, disembark at Jorhat, Assam’s tea capital and a major centre of Assamese culture. Surrounded by expansive tea estates, Jorhat serves as the conclusion point for many Assam tea tourism experiences.

Transfer to Jorhat Airport or Railway Station for onward travel.

Your Assam Cruise Tour aboard MV Mahabaahu concludes with lasting memories of river landscapes, wildlife encounters, spiritual centres and the cultural richness of Northeast India.