The Golden Chariot A Luxuriously-Appointed Train Making Your Sojourn Unforgettable
Experience Karnataka in a whole new way by planning a tour on the magnificent Golden Chariot. This luxury train has been especially designed to offer a royal experience to extravagant travellers where they explore Cradle of Stone Architecture and historical significance of Karnataka. Embark on this 7 nights & 8 days journey and visit the most spectacular treasure troves of India, including Mysore Palace, Srirangapatna, Nagarhole National Park, Shravanabelagola, Belur, Hampi, Halebidu, Pattadakal, Badami, Aihole and the pristine beaches of Goa.
All the rooms have been named after various dynasties that ruled Karnataka in the past like Kadamba, Rastrakota, Ganga, Hoysala, Chalukya, Adhilshahi, Bhahamani, Sangama, Yudukula, Shathavashna and Vijayanagar. Golden Chariot is a perfect exemplar of rich Indian history and modern day amenities.
The train houses two restaurants - Nala and Ruchi serving a grand menu with vegetarian and non-vegetarian culinary delights. To spend some lighter moments enjoying your favourite cocktail, visit Madira, the well-stocked bar of the train.
Golden Chariot is ideal for all kind of travellers, including leisure holidaymakers to business groups. The conference coach of the train, with an accommodation capacity of about 30 people, is perfect for conducting business meetings.
So, take this beautiful sojourn through renowned yet off beat destinations of South India in plush fashion.
Glimpses of Karnataka
Duration: 04 Days / 03 Nights
Destinations Covered: Bengaluru – Bandipur – Mysore – Hampi – Bengaluru
Day 1 (Sunday) - Bengaluru to Bandipur
Arrive at Yeshwantpur Railway Station at around 08:30 AM. Proceed on your sojourn at 09:30 AM after welcome and registration. Lunch shall be served onboard. Proceed for a game drive at Bandipur National Park from Nanjangud Town, approx. 50 km from Bandipur. Return to the train for dinner.
Day 2 (Monday) - Mysore
After breakfast onboard, proceed to visit the Mysore Palace. Return to the train for lunch. Visit Srirangapatnam as an Optional excursion. Proceed for dinner at a city hotel with cultural activities. Return to the train as it proceeds to Hampi.
Day 3 (Tuesday) - Hampi
After breakfast onboard, proceed to visit the capital of Vijayanagara kingdom – Hampi. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the ruins at Hampi tell a tale of opulence and grandeur of the kingdom. Return to the train for lunch. Visit Anegundi as an Optional excursion in the afternoon. Enjoy an Indian Evening onboard followed by dinner.
Day 4 (Wednesday) - Bengaluru
Breakfast shall be served onboard as the train arrives into Yeshwantpur Railway Station at around 11:00 AM.
Jewels of South
Duration: 07 Days / 06 Nights
Destinations Covered: (Bengaluru – Mysore – Hampi - Mahabalipuram – Thanjavur and Chettinad – Kanyakumari – Alleppey/Kumarakom – Cochin – Bengaluru)
Day 1 (Sunday) - Bengaluru to Mysore
Arrive at Yeshwantpur Railway Station around 09:00 AM. Proceed to Mysore after welcome and registration. Lunch shall be served onboard. Proceed to visit the Mysore Palace at around 3:00 PM. Return to the train for dinner as the train proceeds to Hampi.
Day 2 (Monday) - Hampi
After onboard breakfast, proceed to visit the capital of Vijaynagara kingdom – Hampi. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the ruins tell a tale of opulence and grandeur. Return to train for lunch. Evening optional excursion to Anegundi. Dinner shall be served onboard as train proceeds to Mahabalipuram
Day 3 (Tuesday) - Mahabalipuram
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast onboard as the train arrives into Chengalpattu Railway Station. Proceed to visit the UNESCO World Heritage site – Shore Temple. followed by lunch at an exclusive venue. Return to the train for dinner as the train proceeds to Thanjavur.
Day 4 (Wednesday) - Thanjavur and Chettinad
Proceed to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site - Brihadeshvara Temple. Lunch shall be served onboard as the train proceeds to Chettinad. In the evening proceed to visit the Athnagudi tile factory followed by visit to Chettinadu mansions. Dinner shall be served onboard as the train proceeds to Cochin.
Day 5 (Thursday) - Cochin
After onboard breakfast, proceed to visit the Matancherry Palace in Fort Cochin area after which witness some of the best kept dance forms of Kerala at an exclusive venue. Return to the train for lunch. Optional excursion to Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church. Enjoy an India evening onboard followed by dinner as it proceeds to Kumarakom.
Day 6 (Friday) - Kumarakom
After onboard breakfast proceed for a cruise on the backwaters followed by lunch at an exclusive venue. Return to the train as it proceeds to Bengaluru. Dinner shall be served onboard.
Day 7/Saturday (Bengaluru)
Breakfast shall be served onboard as the train arrives in Bengaluru.
Pride of Karnataka
Duration: 07 Days / 06 Nights
Destinations Covered: Bengaluru - Bandipur - Mysore - Halebidu and Chikamgaluru - Hampi - Badami - Goa - Bengaluru
Day 1 (Sun) - Bengaluru - Bandipur
Day 2 (Mon) - Mysore
Day 3 (Tue) - Halebidu and Chikamgaluru
Day 4 (Wed) - Hampi
Day 5 (Thu) - Badami
Day 6 (Fri) - Goa Day
Day 7 (Sat) - Bengaluru
The Golden Chariot Packages Tariff for Season 2020-21 AND 2021-22 (USD)
PACKAGE TARIFF IN USD FOR 2020-21 AND 2021-22
Glimpses of Karnataka (04 Days / 03 Nights) |
Jewels of South (07 Days/ 06 Nights) |
Pride of Karnataka (07 Days/ 06 Nights) |
|
Deluxe Cabin | USD 2,400 | USD 4,200 | USD 4,200 |
Single Supplement | USD 1,800 | USD 3,150 | USD 3,150 |
Months | Glimpses of Karnataka (04 Days / 03 Nights) |
Jewels of South (07 Days/ 06 Nights) |
Pride of Karnataka (07 Days/ 06 Nights) |
Deluxe Cabin | INR 1,70,930 | INR 2,99,130 | INR 2,99,130 |
Single Supplement | INR 1,28,200 | INR 2,24,350 | INR 2,24,350 |
Schedule
Departure Dates 2020-21Months | Glimpses of Karnataka (04 Days / 03 Nights) |
Jewels of South (07 Days/ 06 Nights) |
Pride of Karnataka (07 Days/ 06 Nights) |
Oct. 2020 | 18 | 11 | 4 |
Nov. 2020 | 15 | 8, 29 | 1, 22 |
Dec. 2020 | 6, 27 | 20 | 13 |
Jan. 2020 | 7 | 10, 31 | 3, 24 |
Feb. 2020 | 7, 28 | 21 | 14 |
Mar. 2020 | 28 | 21 | 14 |
Total Trips | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Months | Glimpses of Karnataka (04 Days / 03 Nights) |
Jewels of South (07 Days/ 06 Nights) |
Pride of Karnataka (07 Days/ 06 Nights) |
Oct. 2020 | 17 | 24 | 3, 31 |
Nov. 2020 | 7, 28 | 14 | 21 |
Dec. 2020 | 19 | 5, 26 | 12 |
Jan. 2020 | 9, 30 | 16 | 2, 23 |
Feb. 2020 | 20 | 6 | 13 |
Mar. 2020 | - | 6, 20 | 13 |
Total Trips | 7 | 8 | 8 |