Discover the cultural and natural treasures of Sri Lanka and India. Board Le Bellot in Colombo, the Sri Lankan capital located at the crossroads of the sea trade between Europe and Asia. Visit Padmanabhapuram Palace, one of the finest examples of traditional Kerala architecture, before setting sail for Cochin, a former royal town where the air is rich with the aroma of cardamom and cloves. Then discover Goa and Diu, two former colonies of the Portuguese Indies. Goa is prized for its beaches and its rich cultural heritage, in particular, a collection of late 16th-century churches and convents, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Finally, Le Bellot will call at Mumbai, India’s cultural and economic capital.

Highlights

Explore the famous Elephanta Caves a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Admire Kerala’s stunning lush landscapes
Discover the cultural heritage of Goa, a former Portuguese colony
Visit the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya Museum
Tour the temples of Colombo before your cruise, afterward discover Mumbai

Activities

Places Visited

Asia
Sri Lanka
Cochin
Colombo
Galle
Goa
India
Mumbai
Trivandrum

Trip Type:

Small Ship

Activity Level: Relaxed

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Day 1: Colombo | Embark

Ship
1 Dinner

Embarkation from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Departure at 6:00 PM

A former trading post along the Silk Route, the old quarter of Colombo offers you the fabulous sight of its picturesque streets. The city was known to Arab, Persian, and Chinese traders as early as the 8th century and this former village, nestled between two dunes, was a trading post on the mythical Spice Route. Today the economic capital of Sri Lanka, the city offers picture-postcard scenery with its beaches stretching languorously along the south-western coast of the country. Here the sand dazzles you, and the sea invites you to dream.

Day 2: Galle

Ship
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Discover Galle, one of Sri Lanka’s oldest cities. Thanks to its commercial port, from which were exported spices and precious stones, Galle was once the country’s most major city. Colonized by the Portuguese and later by the Dutch, today it still bears traces of this colonial past. When your ship calls here, have a wander around the old town and its fortifications, which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage. Built by the Portuguese at the end of the 16th century, they are perfectly preserved. To learn more about daily and rural life in Sri Lanka, do not miss the visit to the Martin Wickramasinghe Folk Art Museum in Koggala, not far from Galle.

Day 3: Trivandrum

Ship
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

The capital of the State of Kerala, Trivandrum, boasts a rich and colorful past. Constructed on seven hills, the “green city of India,” as Gandhi called it, is home to sumptuous Victorian buildings, vestiges of British colonization. Be able to admire superb examples of traditional architecture, such as Padmanabhapuram Palace. A former residence of Kerala princes, this elegant wooden palace from the 16th century is composed of three levels evoking the shape of a Far Eastern pagoda. Entering and roaming its maze of galleries, halls, and corridors is like plunging into the lavish life of the Travancore kings.

Day 4-5: Cochin

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2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners

An important port in the South-West of India, Cochin (Kochi) is one of the most beautiful on the Malabar Coast where the scent of cardamom mingles with cloves. It was here that Vasco de Gama disembarked over 500 years ago. But how many Phoenicians, Greeks, Arabs, and Romans dropped anchor before him in the turquoise waters of the Arabian Sea? So many nations, at a time when pepper from Malabar was almost as precious as gold, left these shores laden with precious spices. Today, the city, a surprising metropolis with multiple identities, has a rich cultural and natural heritage combining former colonial residences, ancestral fishing methods, and charming landscapes in the backwaters.

Day 6: At Sea

Ship
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

During your day at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call is also an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, to do some shopping in the boutique, or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment.

Day 7: Marmugao (Goa)

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1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Mormugao is a sub-district of South Goa located in the state of Goa, in India. This is where the state’s main maritime port is to be found. Renowned around the world for its climate, the beauty of its beaches, its rice paddies and its waterfalls, Goa will surprise you with the cultural and religious heritage of its old town. It has a great many 16th- and 17th-century churches, making up a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Basilica of Bom Jesus but also Hindu temples and mosques. The Goa Chitra Museum, Goa’s main ethnographic museum, is also worth a visit.

Day 8: At Sea

Ship
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Day 9: Mumbai (Ex Bombay)

Ship
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Mumbai, a fascinating city located on the Arabian Sea, will give you a real immersion in Hindu culture. Discover the Elephanta Caves that are home to a collection of rock art typical of the cult of Shiva. Don’t miss out on visiting the Gandhi Museum and House, dedicated to the memory of the man who played a vital role in the emancipation and independence of India, or the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station (formerly known as Victoria Terminus), the finest example of Victorian architecture in India. In the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya museum, you will find very fine collections of sculptures, miniatures, and portraits of the man who would become King George V.

Day 10: Mumbai | Disembark

1 Breakfast

Disembark after breakfast.

Ship/Hotel

Le Bellot

Name: Asia Cruises & Tours
Brand: Adventure Life
Rating: 4.9 (319 reviews)

Le Bellot

Experience the incomparable pleasure of an intimate cruise, with the possibility of exploring an ever-increasing range of destinations in an ethnic-chic ambiance with luxury service. Experience a luxurious setting where the accent is on authenticity and passion for travel.

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19 m² area featuring a 4m² Private balcony, individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower

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27 m² area featuring, 6m² private balcony, individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, 1 sofa, shower

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38 m² area featuring an 8m² Private balcony, individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower

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45 m² area featuring, 40m² private balcony, individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Bathtub

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Owner's Suite

45 m² area featuring an 30m² Private balcony, individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower

Notes

Cruise fares are per person and include the following:

All meals while onboard the ship
Captain’s welcome cocktail and gala dinner
Open Bar: beginning with boarding, and during the duration of the cruise, a wide selection of drinks (mineral water, soft drinks, wine, beer, Charles Heidsieck champagne, spirits, coffee, tea) is served on request and at any time of the day. Certain premium alcoholic beverages on the menu are not included in the Open Bar
Evening entertainment and events
24h Room service (special selection)
English speaking lecturer
Water sports activities (except scuba diving) using the ship’s equipment, when permitted by local authorities and confirmed by ship Master according to safety and sea conditions onsite
Highly experienced bilingual (French-English) Expedition team
Park entry fees into protected areas
Complimentary boot rental on select cruises

Cruise fares do not include:

Any ground services before and/or after the cruise other than the ones mentioned. details are available upon request
Pre or post-cruise programs, overland programs or shore excursions mentioned
Visa expenses and/or immigration reciprocity taxes if applicable
Luggage handling
Gratuities to the onboard crew, local guides, and drivers
Optional Spa package to be booked prior to your departure
Beverages other than the ones mentioned
Laundry services, hair salon, and à la carte Spa treatments
Personal expenses, onboard medical consultations and drug prescriptions
Cancellation/luggage/assistance/repatriation/medical insurance(s)

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Day 1: Colombo | Embark

Day 2: Galle

Day 3: Trivandrum

Day 4-5: Cochin

Day 6: At Sea

Day 7: Marmugao (Goa)

Day 8: At Sea

Day 9: Mumbai (Ex Bombay)

Day 10: Mumbai | Disembark

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