Crystal Cruises write, " The wind blows warm on the Indian Ocean, fragrant with cloves and cinnamon. Fishermen sail their nimble dhows along the edge of the coral reef; the wind brings you their voices, an exotic burble of Swahili, Hindi, and Udu."

Cruises that include India are very rare and are usually segments of a World Cruise or Repositioning Cruises to or from the Far East to Africa or Europe. You're likely to find these departures in March and April. Where the cruise begins and ends depends on the ship and sailing date, but your cruise could include these countries and ports:

Cruises to that include India are at least 8 nights long. Since Bombay and Agra (home of the Taj Mahal) are not actually port cities, you might visit these popular areas by a land tour offered by your cruise line in a nearby port of call.