Deccan Odyssey
Tours
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The Royal Indian train that has been benchmarked against the best luxury trains in the world-like the Blue Train of South Africa, The Orient Express of Europe and the Eastern and Oriental of South East Asia. The royal journey takes you on a week-long trip to some of the best places in Maharashtra, namely Mumbai, Ganapatipule, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Tarkarli, Sawantwadi, Goa, Kolhapur, Pune, Aurangabad, Ellora, Ajanta and Nashik. So come aboard and get ready to travel to the rich past of the state.
Discover Royalty
The Deccan Odyssey's sheer luxury is a sight to behold. Everything in the train reflects the ways of Indian royalty. Each coach is named after some of the best places and forts of Maharashtra. And with plush interiors, awesome cuisine and great sites to see, this journey sure etches some golden memories in the traveler's mind.
The Deccan Odyssey
44 suites in 11 cars ~ 4 presidential suites in 2 cars ~ 2 restaurant cars ~ 1 bar car ~ 1 Conference car with business centre ~ 1 spa car ~ 1 staff car ~ 2 power car
Royal Facilities
Fully air-conditioned train ~ Business centre with Internet, FAX, ISD and STD in the conference car ~ LCD TV in 11 lounge cars ~ Plasma TV with allied equipment ~ 1 health spa car with steam, beauty parlour and gymnasium ~ Channel Music ~ Cell phone on demand ~ Foreign exchange facilities ~ Laundry services ~ 24-hour room service ~ Valet attendant ~ Special assistance for physically challenged people ~ Luggage collection facility ~ Guest Provided with Arrival Kits ~ Fully stocked bar ~ Daily newspapers an d magazines ~ Packed drinking water several ~ Mail box facility ~ Bookings can be made through agents/ Internet ~ Voltage available on train ~110/230V ~ Assistance for travel arrangements on completion of tour.
Tariff
The cost of the package (excluding alcoholic beverages) would be:
October-2008 to March-2009& October 2009 to March 2010
US$ 540 per person per night; for single person occupancy ~ US$ 390 per person per night; for double occupancy ~ US$ 320 per person per night; for triple occupancy ~ US$ 950 per person per night; for Presidential Suite (Single Occupancy) ~ US$ 700 per person per night; for Presidential Suite (Double Occupancy) ~ US$ 285 per person per night; for Presidential Suite (Presidential Suite-Extra Occupancy)
September 2008 & 2009 April 2009 & 2010
US$ 415 per person per night; for single person occupancy ~ US$ 320 per person per night; for double occupancy ~ US$ 260 per person per night; for triple occupancy ~ US$ 750 per person per night; for Presidential Suite (Single Occupancy) ~ US$ 550 per person per night; for Presidential Suite (Double Occupancy) ~ US$ 240 per person per night; for Presidential Suite (Presidential Suite-Extra Occupancy)
Children between the age of 5 and 12 years will be charged at 50% of full fare.
(Applicable to both the above packages)
Route of the "Deccan Odyssey"
| Day 1 | Wednesday | Departure in the evening from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Mumbai |
| Day 2 | Thursday | Morning - Alight at Ratnagiri Railway Station.
Departure by AC bus for Ganapatipule Beach.
Pass through Ratnagiri Town and arrive at Ganapatipule Beach.
Ganapatipule is one of the most spectacular beaches along the Konkan Coast – an idyllic getaway that attracts peace-seekers, beach lovers, and pilgrims alike.
Aside from its clean beach and clear waters, Ganapatipule is rich in flora, including mangroves and coconut palms. Here, you can leave the hectic world behind as you laze around on golden sands or explore the many trails that lead from the beach.
Return on Deccan Odyssey for lunch.
Lunch & free time onboard while train takes you through the hills and mountain tracks towards Sawantwadi a heritage town.
Alight at Kudal railway station and proceed by AC bus to visit Sawantwadi town.
This elite heritage destination is the entry point to Goa. The colourful town situated at the periphery of Moti lake. Adjacent to lake is The Palace built in 18th century by then King Khem Sawant Bhonsale III.
Shilpa Gram is yet another place you must visit. A craft village, where you can watch local craftsmen manufacturing handicrafts and what's more, you can buy some mementos too. Watch cultural programme in Shilpa Gram, performed by local artists.
In the evening board the train at Kudal railway station.
Dinner onboard. |
| Day 3 | Friday | Morning - Alight at the Sindhudurg Nagari Railway station.
Departure by AC Bus to Malvan Jetty to witness Sindhudurg the Ocean Fort & one time naval base of Maratha empire. Sindhudurg fort stands on a rocky island, known as Kurte, barely a km, from the Malavan Town. Sindhudurg Fort was built in 1664-67 AD by King Shivaji. One of the best preserved forts of the Marathas, the 48 acre Sindhudurg fort has a four kms long zigzag line of 9 metres high and 3 metres wide rampart with 42 bastions. Apart from the huge stones, the building material involved 2000 khandis (72,576 kgs)of iron erecting the massive curtain wall and bastions. A notable feature is that the foundation stones were laid down firmly in molten lead.
It also houses some twenty Hindu - Muslim hereditary families.
From jetty proceed to Tarkarli beach resort.
Tarkarli a virgin beach at the confluence to river Karli and Arabian Sea. The mojar attraction here is the long and narrow stretch of beach, with its pristine water. On a clear day, you can see the sea bed through a depth of 20 ft.
Lunch & free time at Tarkarli beach resort.
Next, bus ride up to Walaval village to visit ancient temple of Goddess Laxmi Narayana. After this visit proceed by bus to board the train at Kudal Railway Station.Dinner onboard. |
| Day 4 | Saturday | Morning arrival at Karmali - Goa. The most frequented tourist spots in India.
Board the bus to reach Old Goa to witness;
the ruins of St. Augustine Church once largest cathedral in Goa. Basilica of Bom Jesus, this is 16th Century Church, the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier is enshrined here. Se Cathedral and the Church of St. Francis of Assissi that began as a mosque but now is an archaeological museum for Goan antiques. Visit to Fontanhas the Latin quarters at Panjim.
Departure to Verne Railway Station to board the train.
Lunch & Free time onboard.
Evening depart by bus to beach hotel and enjoy Goan culture and traditional meals.
Board the train from Madgaon railway station. Train departs to Kolhapur. |
| Day 5 | Sunday | 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, The museum houses rare paintings and artifacts used by the royal family. Royal weapons and a tableau depicting court life of the last century create an aristocratic ambience. Bhawani Mandap (The Town Hall). An exquisitely carved Mahalaxmi Temple a temple of goddess Ambabai visited by millions of pilgrims, Shalini Palace built of intricately carved black stone & Italian Marble stands on the west side of lake Rankala, Witness traditional Martial Art locally known as "Mardani Khel" at Palace and Cultural Programme.
Kolhapur is well known for its textiles and cottons, in particular Kolhapuri saris. But it is of course most famous for its jewellery and leather sandals and Kolhapuri chappals. The selected and famous items would be displayed in the stalls at the Palace so one can leisurely do shopping.
At noon board the train at Kolhapur station.
Lunch and Leisure time onboard.Dinner onboard. |
| Day 6 | Monday | Morning Arrival at Daulatabad station.
Proceed by road to visit;
Majestic fort Daulatabad.
Next stop is Ellora caves, a World Heritage site, having 34 cave temples dedicated to three different religion-
Hinduism, Buddhism & Jainism.
Lunch & free time.
After lunch move on to see;
Bibi-ka-Maqbara, a replica of Taj Mahal is a grand piece of Moghul architecture. Optional: Back to train.
Free time for shopping Paithani, Himroo, Bidriwork from showrooms for a perfect memorabilia.
Evening board the train from Aurangabad railway station.Dinner onboard. |
| Day 7 | Tuesday | Morning - Arrival at Jalgaon railway station. Board the bus to reach Ajanta Caves.
Renowned Buddhist caves of Ajanta are World Heritage Site. Witness some of the finest paintings and sculptures of the second century AD. 'Bodhisattva Padmapani', 'Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara', The Birth of the Buddha' & 'Thousand Buddha's are a few amongst the many fine murals & sculptures.
At noon board train at Jalgaon railway station.
Proceed to Nashik. Lunch on-board.
Leisure Time onboard till evening.
Alight at Nashik Road railway station to board the bus for departure to Panchawati Ghat a holy place known for Kumbh Mela. Next, visit to Kala Ram Temple built in 1794.
Evening board the train at Deolali railway station.
Farewell dinner on-board. |
| Day 8 | Wednesday | Morning Arrival at CST Mumbai. Journey Ends. |