Indian Ocean cruises can offer holidaymakers the opportunity to visit exotic cities full of bold colours, exciting sounds and fragrant smells as well as the chance to explore the secluded coves of remote and mysterious tropical islands.
Cruises on India's west coast take in ports in Goa, Mangalore, Cochin, Trivandrum and the Lakshadweep Islands as well as Colombo in Sri Lanka.
Since the 1960s and the hippy invasion, Goa has been associated with a laid-back style of life, which holidaymakers will be able to discover as they relax on its beaches and stroll around its beautiful whitewashed churches. For the culture-seeking traveller, a trip to Goa's Bom Jesus Basilica – home to the remains of St Francis Xavier, the patron saint of Goa – is a must.
