India's Golden Triangle & the Sacred Ganges (2025) (New Delhi to Kolkata, 2025)

Traveler Reviews

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  Kerry

  December 25th, 2025
  3
  Disappointing. Air quality terrible. Meals we had to purchase limited to hotel, very expensive $20 sandwich, $45 very...
  Disappointing. Air quality terrible. Meals we had to purchase limited to hotel, very expensive $20 sandwich, $45 very low quality pizza. Part felt like shopping tour, visit the rug makers, the jewelry factory, the marble carving. Most of the tours were very good. The accommodation was excellent. The cruise itself was excellent apart from air quality, staff were always there for any assistance and couldn't do enough to help. All in all a big step down from last years european tour.Show more
  Traveled in November 2025
  

  Reply from: Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection

  Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that some aspects of your trip did not meet your expectations. We appreciate you highlighting the positive experiences as well, including the accommodations, and helpful staff. If you would like to provide additional details or discuss your experience further, please feel free to email us at customerservice@uniworld.com. Thank you again for your feedback.

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  Ian

  December 19th, 2025
  3
  Uniworld Ganges River Cruise – Mixed Experience We chose the Uniworld Ganges River cruise to explore a lesser-known...
  Uniworld Ganges River Cruise – Mixed Experience We chose the Uniworld Ganges River cruise to explore a lesser-known part of India, particularly Bengal. The trip also included the Golden Triangle, with stays at Oberoi hotels. While the properties were beautiful, service was inconsistent, except at the Oberoi Delhi, which was excellent. A few meals were included at the Oberoi hotels, but drinks were limited to two per person. This felt unnecessary for a trip at this price point. Guests booking luxury travel are unlikely to take advantage, and the restriction detracted from the experience. The wine offered was basic local Indian wine rather than premium international brands. If cost was the issue, I believe most guests would have happily paid a little more for a fully inclusive, higher-quality offering. Not all meals were included during the Golden Triangle portion, which was disappointing, as shared meals would have offered more opportunity to connect with fellow travellers. The biggest issue by far was the air quality. AQI levels were extremely high everywhere we went, including along the Ganges. I only became fully aware of this shortly before travelling. Had I known this was a serious and regular issue at this time of year, I would not have booked then. When raised, we were told air quality would be low, which was not the case. Thankfully, I had brought FFP2 masks. Uniworld should have been upfront at the time of booking so guests could make an informed decision. At Agra, the early morning Taj Mahal tour was outstanding. After breakfast, there was an optional shopping excursion that could easily have taken place the previous afternoon. We chose not to attend, which delayed our onward journey, meaning we didn’t reach Jaipur until the evening and had to rush for scheduled entertainment. It would have been far better to depart straight after breakfast. The river cruise itself was good but not exceptional. Onboard service lacked consistency. Some events were held outdoors, which we missed due to air-quality concerns, despite seeing similar events held indoors on other sailings. Meal times, particularly breakfast, were rigid, even for guests not joining excursions. A small buffet option would have improved flexibility. Food on board was very good, but the wine selection was underwhelming for a five-star cruise. Communication from the tour director was substandard. Airport arrival instructions were unclear, with no obvious meeting point. We left the baggage area looking for representatives and were unable to return. Less experienced travellers could easily have found this very stressful. Clearer direction would have avoided unnecessary anxiety. We also experienced an Indigo airline strike that cancelled our flight. To Uniworld’s credit, this was handled very well, with alternative flights and additional accommodation arranged in Delhi. Overall, the trip was okay but fell short of expectations for a luxury experience. The Oberoi hotels were beautiful, and the river cruise had potential, but communication and transparency—particularly regarding air quality—need significant improvement. Would I book with Uniworld again? No.Show more
  Traveled in December 2025
  

  Reply from: Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection

  Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate your thought comments and are sorry to hear that several aspects of the journey did not meet your expectations. If you would like to speak further with our team about your experience, please feel free to email us at customerservice@uniworld.com. Thank you again for your feedback.

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  NicoleHunter

  September 23rd, 2019
  5
  This was my first trip to India and it was amazing. We first started with the Golden Triangle staying in Oberoi...
  This was my first trip to India and it was amazing. We first started with the Golden Triangle staying in Oberoi hotels along the way. Amazing hotels, food, service and locations are the best in each city. Then we traveled to Kolkata where we boarded our ship for a 7 night Ganges cruise. Wonderful staff, the food was amazing, great rooms and public spaces. Just an amazing trip of a lifetime. I would go back in a heartbeat.Show more
  Traveled in December 2018
  

  Reply from: Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection

  Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're grateful for customers like you. We hope to see you again soon!

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  LisaW

  September 20th, 2019
  5
  This was my second trip to India, and by far it was the absolute best way to experience this magical country. It was...
  This was my second trip to India, and by far it was the absolute best way to experience this magical country. It was a perfect balance of 5 star luxury with an authentic connection to the culture and local people. Every day brought delightful surprises. From the visits to the Taj Mahal at sunset and sunrise when it was not crowded, to experiencing all the small villages and towns along the way with their gracious, curious residents. The Ganges Voyager ll ship and staff were outstanding as were the accommodations on land at the Oberoi Hotels. The dining far exceeded my expectations, and so did the local guides with their knowledge and passion.Show more
  Traveled in December 2018
  

  Reply from: Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection

  Thank you so much for your review, and we're thrilled that you found your experience to be perfect. I hope we have another opportunity to welcome you aboard again soon.

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  Nigel

  February 11th, 2019
  3.5
  Me to We part was excellent. However, the communication re flights before was poor. The internal flights were badly...
  Me to We part was excellent. However, the communication re flights before was poor. The internal flights were badly planned. Leaving Udaipur at 3pm and arriving in Kolkata hotel at 3am to leave again at 9.30 am was ridiculous. Boat was excellent, but a lot of people got upset stomachs. No Indian spices in the curries!Show more
  Traveled in January 2019
  

  Reply from: Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection

  Thank you for the review. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your cruise, but we’re sorry there were aspects of it that could be improved. I’ve shared your comments with our management team for them to review. If you have additional comments about your experience please contact us at customerservice@uniworld.com.

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