Cruises in these waters offer more than the enchanting traditions and savory cuisine of India. Though P&O Cruises calls at Cochin, the center of a bustling spice trade, and cosmopolitan Mumbai, the largest city in India, the region's star attractions lie in the Seychelles, the Maldives and the crystal-clear waters in between these destinations.

This is an ideal cruising region. Visitors stroll near turquoise lagoons, while tropical flora can be found on a wilderness hike. Colonial architecture shows an outside influence in the Seychelles, but an easygoing atmosphere proves that an island lifestyle and its many amenities are still a priority here. Sparkling Mauritius -- where strict building codes protect the island's unmatched natural beauty -- is close at hand, too. For detailed information about any Indian Ocean port, click on the port name below.