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Home :: Luxury Trains in India :: Deccan Odyssey Train

Deccan Odyssey Train (8 Days)

Mumbai | Jaigadh | Ganapatipule | Ratangiri | Sindhudurg | Tarkarli | Sawantwadi | Goa | Kolhapur | Pune | Aurangabad | Ajanta | Nashik | Mumbai

Deccan Odyssey TrainAs the wind whispers through the halo of legends crowning the land of the mighty Marathas, a lone majestic whistle blows its salutation of honour as it gracefully traverses this land of fantastic fantasy. Welcome to the mesmerizing Maharashtra experience aboard the luxurious DECCAN ODYSSEY.
The weeklong Deccan Odyssey tour includes several exotic destinations covering the vast expanse of Maharashtra and a pinch of Goa - Mumbai, Ganpatipule, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Goa, Pune, Aurangabad, Ajanta and Ellora. Experience the finest and the best of train journeys of the world. The Deccan Odyssey is much more than a mere luxury train cruise. It's a 'classical odyssey' of time beyond the realms of the present. Welcome aboard!

Coaches :
The Deccan Odyssey has 21 coaches out of which 11 are passenger cars with 4 coupes each. There are 2 Presidential Suite Cars with 2 coupes each car. The train also has a conference car (can be redesigned as dance floor in the night) and two restaurant cars. There is also a lounge/bar car and one surprising addition is a Spa Car. Apart from the above there are generator cars with luggage store and staff car or spare car.
Facilities :
Conference Room with capacity to host 50 guests with facility for satellite communication, Internet, computer with printer and fax, and telephone exchange
Deccan Odyssey - Bar» Library
» Bar
» Channel Music
» Ayurvedic Massage Centre
» Steam Bath
» Gymnasium
» Beauty Parlour
» Business Centre
» Special Suite for Physically challenged
» Fully loaded mini pantry in each coach
» Telephone in each saloon
» Television in each coach
» Plasma TV in Lounge Car
» PA System/ 6 Channel Music System
» Lounge in each passenger car

Months of Operation :
September till April next year

The Deccan Odyssey Tour starts on every Wednesday of the week* from Mumbai.
(As this palatial train requires a lot of renovation and maintenance. The Train thus does not operate in the months of May, June, July & August.)

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01 : Wednesday - Mumbai
Deccan Odyssey - DinningDeparture in the evening from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Mumbai...
The time has come for you to undertake a journey way back in time. Welcome to Mumbai, a city of dreams that 300 years ago was an agglomeration of seven islands. Modern, yet preserving its antiquities, a short drive through the city will reveal this inherent truth. Board the train in the evening at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, undoubtedly one of the famous Gothic buildings and an integral part of Mumbai's skyline. Wine and dine in the luxurious comforts of this train and whistle off on your royal voyage...

Day 02 : Thursday - Jaigadh, Ganapatipule, Ratangiri
Morning - Arrival at Bhoke Railway Station. Reach Rai Bhatgaon Jetty by AC bus for Back Water Cruise up to historical fort Jaigad. Board the bus to explore finest beach along the Konkan coast. Free time & lunch at Ganapatipule beach resort. Noon board the bus for sight seeing tour of Ratnagiri town. Visit to Ratnadurg Fort, Lokmanya Tilak Smarak and free time in Ratnagiri Bazar. Board the train at Ratnagiri Railway station
Day 03 : Friday - Sindhudurg, Tarkarli, Sawantwadi
Morning - Arrival at Sindhudurg Nagari Railway station. Departure by AC Bus to Malvan Jetty to witness Sindhudurg Sea Fort. From jetty proceed to Tarkarli beach resort for lunch & free time. After lunch Back Water Cruise through the Tarkarli creek up to Kalse Jetty followed by visit to Sawantwadi town by bus to witness fabulous lacquer handicrafts, paintings and furniture at the "Shilpagrama" in the town. Late in the evening board the train at Sawantwadi railway station

Day 04 : Saturday - Goa
Sinquerim Beach - GoaMorning arrival at Karmali - Goa. The most frequented tourist spots in India. Board the bus to reach Old Goa to witness; Basilica De Born Jesus, Se Cathedral, Se Cathedral and the Church of St. Francis of Assisi, that began as a mosque but now is an archaeological museum for Goan antiques. Proceed to Panjim by bus.

Day 05 : Sunday - Kolhapur, Pune
Morning - Arrival at Kolhapur City, known as Karveer or Dakshin Kashi of Maharashtra. Situated on the banks of river Panchaganga. Board the bus to visit; New Palace, a royal palace partly converted into museum, Bhawani Mandap (The Town Hall) witness traditional Martial Art locally known as "Mardani Khel", An exquisitely carved Mahalaxmi Temple a temple of goddess Ambabai visited by millions pilgrims, Shalini Palace built of intricately carved black stone & Italian Marble stands on the west side of lake Rankala, watch cultural programme and visit to handicraft stalls for perfect memorabilia.

Day 06 : Monday - Aurangabad
Morning Arrival at Aurangabad station. Proceed by road to witness; Historical fort Daulatabad.
Ellora caves, a World Heritage site, having 34 cave temples dedicated to three different religion- Hinduism, Buddhism & Jainism
Day 07 : Tuesday - Ajanta & Nashik
Alight at Jalgaon railway station and travel to Fardapur resort. After a royal break fast depart for T-Junction in a luxury AC bus. Board the MSRTC eco-friendly bus and it's time to travel back in time. Soon, you will find yourself surrounded by dramatic views of the Waghora valley where the Ajanta Caves are located. Older than the Ellora caves (200 BC to 650 AD) they are also cut from the volcanic lava of the Deccan Trap in a steep crescent shaped hillside. Lost to the world after the 7th century it was discovered by accident in 1819, by a party of British officers on a hunting expedition.

Day 08 : Wednesday - Mumbai
Morning - Arrival at CST - Mumbai. Journey Ends. Enjoy the breakfast on board as the sun rises over the commercial capital of India. Alight at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in the morning enriched with the rich legacy of this land. The royal journey is over, but the memory of which, will live on forever.

End of a memorable tour !!!


Tariff Chart :
October till March : High Season tariff Applicable
April & September : Lean Season Discounted tariff Applicable.

(As this palatial train requires a lot of renovation and maintenance. The Train thus does not operates in the months of May, June, July & August).

Oct 2008 to March 2009
Occupancy Type Per night
(per person)
Total for 7 nights
(per person)
Single occupancy US $ 540 US $ 3780
Double occupancy US $ 390 US $ 2730
Triple occupancy US $ 320 US $ 2240
Presidential Suite
Single occupancy US $ 950 US $ 6650
Double occupancy US $ 700 US $ 4900
Triple occupancy US $ 285 US $ 1995

(Half fare for children between 5 and 12 years)
Any leg of minimum of 3 nights subject to availability will be given at the above-mentioned rates. Thus Mumbai-Goa and Goa-Mumbai sector will be sold as available segments to clients.
If however, the client undertakes the day programme at Goa & Mumbai, an extra $ 100 USD per person will be charged.
Deccan Odyssey Tour Includes
Tariff is inclusive of travel/catering/conducted sight-seeing/ entrance fee at Monuments / Parks Palaces Cultural Programmes / Boat Ride. The guest has to pay for video cameras, liquor, laundry and other items of personal nature.
Tariff does not include liquor, laundry, video cameras and other items of personal nature.

Please note :
* 10 % surcharge shall be levied on departures during Christmas / New Year
* 3.09 % service tax shall be levied additional on tariff
* No charter can be booked during Xmas & New Year period
* Tariff is subject to change without notice

Reservation :
- 50% advance payment within 07 working days of confirmation
- Remaining 50% of ticket value 90 days prior to departure.

Cancellation Policy :
- 10 % service charge if cancelled after receipt of 50 % advance payment
- 25 % cancellation charges if cancelled 90 days prior departure
- 50 % cancellation charges if cancelled less then 90 or 60 days prior departure
- 100 % cancellation charges if cancelled less then 60 days prior departure

No show / En route termination of tour / amendment
- No Show: In case of No Show / Non-arrival of the guest no refund/adjustment in future travel will be admissible.
- En route termination of tour: In case of termination of tour by the guest, no refund/adjustment for future travel will be admissible.
- Amendment: No charges will be levied for amended dates of tour of Palace on Wheels and amendment will be permitted once only subject to availability.

Check-in Time :
Reporting time is 4 PM at Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station.
Relevant Information :
Climate
Varies from 8oC to 30oC between September to March and in April it is from 26oC to 35o C.

Clothing Recommended
Light tropical / light woollens.

Meals
The two restaurant cars, serve a range of Indian, Continental, Maharashtrian, Goa and Chinese cuisines. Menus are changed seasonally.

Other Facilities
Doctor on call at the next station. Money exchange facility/credit cards. Adequate safety and security arrangements. Complimentary mineral water on board/in the coach during sightseeing/ and at hotels. Assistance for travel arrangements on completion of the tour. Voltage available on the train 110/230 V. Booking can be made through agent/on Internet.





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