The Golden Chariot
The Golden Chariot
The Golden Chariot
The Golden Chariot is a luxurious and opulent train that epitomizes elegance and grandeur as it traverses through the enchanting landscapes of South India. The Golden Chariot not only showcases the rich cultural heritage of South India but also pampers its guests with world-class amenities, gourmet dining, and meticulously designed itineraries that take passengers on a captivating voyage through the historical and natural wonders of this captivating region.
Destinations Covered : Bengaluru → Nanjangud → Mysore→ Halebidu → Chikamgaluru → Hospet → Goa → Bengaluru
Duration : 5 Nights / 6 Days
Detailed iternerary
Day -1 Bengaluru – Nanjangud
Registration and Check in at Yashwantpur Railway Station from 0830 hrs onwards Morning departure from YPR (09:45 hrs) Lunch onboard as train arrives into Nanjangud (13:30 hrs) Proceed to Bandipur Wildlife sanctuary at 14:45 hrs (1 hr 30 minutes drive) Evening Safari (16:30 hrs to 18:30 hrs) Return to train by 20:15 hrs. and dinner onboard as train proceeds to Mysore. Overnight on the train at Mysore.
Day - 2 In Mysore
Breakfast onboard.
Proceed to visit Mysore Palace
Return to train for lunch after which optional visit to Srirangapatnam
Dinner onboard as train proceeds to Banavar (20:00 hrs), watering and fuelling.
Day - 3 Halebidu and Chikmagalur
Breakfast onboard
Visit Halebidu from Banavar Railway Station
Lunch onboard as train proceeds to Chikmagalur
Evening visit to Coffee Plantation followed by cultural activities and dinner at Chikmagalur
Return to train as it proceeds to Hospet.
Day - 4 In Hospet (310 km)
Breakfast onboard.
Visit Hampi ruins
Return to train for lunch onboard.
Evening free
Dinner onboard.
Train proceeds to GOA.
Day - 5 Goa
Arrive Karmali.
Post breakfast, visit the churches of North Goa. Deboard at 09:00 and return at 12:00 noon.
Lunch onboard as train proceeds to Madgaon.
Evening Gala Dinner activity at a hotel in South Goa.
Train proceeds to Bengaluru. (22:30 hrs).
Day - 6 YPR
Breakfast onboard.
Deboard at Bengaluru (YPR)
Schedule
| Month Of Travel /Journey | Departure Dates |
|---|---|
| October, 2023 | 28 |
| November,2023 | 25 |
| December,2023 | 23 |
| January,2024 | 20 |
| February,2024 | 17 |
| March,2024 | – |
| October,2024 | 19 |
| November,2024 | 16 |
| December,2024 | 14 |
| January,2025 | 4 |
| February,2025 | 1 |
| March,2025 | 1 |
Tariff
2023-24 & 2024-25 (USD)
| Rooming | Deluxe Cabin |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Cabin | $4740 |
| Single Supplement | $3560 |
Information:
- All prices are in US Dollars.
- All prices are per person per journey on twin sharing basis.
- Prices are subject to change in case of any change or amendment in the routing, itineraries, inclusions etc.
- Government taxes extra as applicable.
- Itineraries, destinations, venues and scheduled departures are subject to change without prior notice.
- Supplement may apply for Signature Journeys, special occasions such as New Year, Christmas etc.
Inclusions:
- Accommodation in double / twin bedded cabins with en suite bathrooms.
- All meals, soft beverages, house brands of Indian wines, beer and spirits.
- Butler service.
- Guided off train excursions as illustrated in the journeys inclusive of entrance fees, still camera fee, transport and services of a guide.
- Complimentary tea, coffee and packaged drinking water on board.
- Porterage at stations.
- Services of Paramedic On-board.
Exclusions:
- Any optional tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Taxes, Insurance, Gratuities.
- Telephone calls, laundry, alcoholic beverages (apart from the house brands of wines, spirits, beer served in the restaurants, bar and of board excursions).
- Video, film and professional still camera fees.
- Arrival and departure transfers.
- International and domestic air tickets.
- Pre and post tour accommodation and any tour extensions are not included unless specifically mentioned as part of the journeys.
Destinations Covered : Bengaluru – Mysore – Kanchipuram – Mahabalipuram – Thanjavur – Chettinad/Karaikudi – Cochin – Chertala/Maraikulam – Bengaluru
Duration : 5 Nights / 6 Days
Detailed iternerary
Day -1 Bengaluru – Mysore
Registration and Check in at Yashwantpur Railway Station from 08:30 hrs onwards Departure from YPR (09:45 hrs) Lunch onboard as train arrives into Mysore (14:15 hrs) Proceed to Visit Mysore Palace at 15:00 hrs Return to train as train proceeds to Chengalpattu (CGL) Dinner onboard.
Day - 2 Kanchipuram-Mahabalipuram
Breakfast onboard as train arrives into Chengalpattu Raiway Station Forenoon optional excursion to Kanchipuram Lunch onboard. Visit to Mahabalipuram Monuments Dinner at a beachfront hotel. Return to train and Train proceeds to Thanjavur
Day - 3 Thanjavur-Chettinad/Karaikudi
Breakfast onboard. Deboard at 0900 Visit Brihadeshvara Temple. Lunch onboard as train proceeds to Chettinad. Visit the Athnagudi tile factory and Chettinad mansions. Return on train for Dinner onboard. Train proceeds to Cochin
Day - 4 Cochin
Breakfast onboard as train arrives at Cochin Harbour Terminus Visit Matancherry Palace in Fort Cochin followed by Dance performances of Kerala. Return to train for Lunch Deboard for optional activities to Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church. Dinner onboard and train proceeds to Kumarakom.
Day - 5 Chertala / Maraikulam
Onboard breakfast. Houseboat cruise with lunch at an exclusive venue. Return to the train by evening. Dinner onboard.
Day - 6 YPR
Breakfast onboard. Deboard at Bengaluru (YPR)
Schedule
| Month Of Travel /Journey | Departure Dates |
|---|---|
| October, 2023 | 7 |
| November,2023 | 4 |
| December,2023 | 2,30 |
| January,2024 | 27 |
| February,2024 | 24 |
| March,2024 | – |
| October,2024 | 5 |
| November,2024 | 2,30 |
| December,2024 | 21 |
| January,2025 | 18 |
| February,2025 | 15 |
| March,2025 | 15 |
Tariff
2023-24 & 2024-25 (USD)
| Rooming | Deluxe Cabin |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Cabin | $4740 |
| Single Supplement | $3560 |
Information:
- All prices are in US Dollars.
- All prices are per person per journey on twin sharing basis.
- Prices are subject to change in case of any change or amendment in the routing, itineraries, inclusions etc.
- Government taxes extra as applicable.
- Itineraries, destinations, venues and scheduled departures are subject to change without prior notice.
- Supplement may apply for Signature Journeys, special occasions such as New Year, Christmas etc.
Inclusions:
- Accommodation in double / twin bedded cabins with en suite bathrooms.
- All meals, soft beverages, house brands of Indian wines, beer and spirits.
- Butler service.
- Guided off train excursions as illustrated in the journeys inclusive of entrance fees, still camera fee, transport and services of a guide.
- Complimentary tea, coffee and packaged drinking water on board.
- Porterage at stations.
- Services of Paramedic On-board.
Exclusions:
- Any optional tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Taxes, Insurance, Gratuities.
- Telephone calls, laundry, alcoholic beverages (apart from the house brands of wines, spirits, beer served in the restaurants, bar and of board excursions).
- Video, film and professional still camera fees.
- Arrival and departure transfers.
- International and domestic air tickets.
- Pre and post tour accommodation and any tour extensions are not included unless specifically mentioned as part of the journeys.
Destinations Covered : Bengaluru – Nanjangud – Mysore – Hospet – Bengaluru
Duration : 3 Nights / 4 Days
Detailed iternerary
Day -1 Bengaluru – Nanjangud
Registration and Check in from 0830 hrs onwards Morning departure from YPR (09:45 hrs) Lunch onboard as train arrives into Nanjangud (13:30 hrs) Proceed to Bandipur Wildlife sanctuary at 14:45 hrs (1 hr 30 minutes drive) Evening Safari (16:30 hrs to 18:30 hrs) Return to train by 20:15 hrs. and dinner onboard as train proceeds to Mysore. Overnight on the train at Mysore.
Day - 2 Mysore
Breakfast onboard. Proceed to visit Mysore Palace Return to train for lunch after which optional visit to Srirangapatnam Dinner onboard as train proceeds to Hospet (20:00 hrs), watering and fuelling.
Day - 3 Hospet
Breakfast onboard. Visit Hampi ruins Lunch onboard. Evening free Dinner onboard. Train proceeds to Bengaluru
Day - 4 YPR
Breakfast onboard. Deboard at Bengaluru (YPR)
Schedule
| Month Of Travel /Journey | Departure Dates |
|---|---|
| October, 2023 | 14 |
| November,2023 | 11 |
| December,2023 | 9 |
| January,2024 | 6 |
| February,2024 | 3 |
| March,2024 | 2 |
| October,2024 | 12 |
| November,2024 | 9 |
| December,2024 | 7,28 |
| January,2025 | 25 |
| February,2025 | 22 |
| March,2025 | 22 |
Tariff
2023-24 & 2024-25 (USD)
| Rooming | Deluxe Cabin |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Cabin | $3160 |
| Single Supplement | $2370 |
Information:
- All prices are in US Dollars.
- All prices are per person per journey on twin sharing basis.
- Prices are subject to change in case of any change or amendment in the routing, itineraries, inclusions etc.
- Government taxes extra as applicable.
- Itineraries, destinations, venues and scheduled departures are subject to change without prior notice.
- Supplement may apply for Signature Journeys, special occasions such as New Year, Christmas etc.
Inclusions:
- Accommodation in double / twin bedded cabins with en suite bathrooms.
- All meals, soft beverages, house brands of Indian wines, beer and spirits.
- Butler service.
- Guided off train excursions as illustrated in the journeys inclusive of entrance fees, still camera fee, transport and services of a guide.
- Complimentary tea, coffee and packaged drinking water on board.
- Porterage at stations.
- Services of Paramedic On-board.
Exclusions:
- Any optional tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Taxes, Insurance, Gratuities.
- Telephone calls, laundry, alcoholic beverages (apart from the house brands of wines, spirits, beer served in the restaurants, bar and of board excursions).
- Video, film and professional still camera fees.
- Arrival and departure transfers.
- International and domestic air tickets.
- Pre and post tour accommodation and any tour extensions are not included unless specifically mentioned as part of the journeys.