The Deccan Odyssey Luxury Train Tour was first introduced in Jan 2005 &
since Oct 2009 has been operating on three different tour circuits.
* 7 Nights Deccan Odyssey Train Tour from Mumbai/Mumbai Via Goa &
Kolhapur
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7 Nights
Indian Maharaja Deccan Odyssey Train Tour from Mumbai/New Delhi via
Rajasthan with Taj Mahal
*
7 Nights Indian
Maharaja Deccan Odyssey Train Tour from New Delh/Mumbai via Taj Mahal &
Rajasthan
This luxury train of Deccan Odyssey is based on concept of more popular
Palace On Wheels Train ,& a joint Collaboration between Ministry Of
Railways & State Govt. of Maharashtra,with onboard services managed by
Taj Group of Hotels
The off-board activities & excursions are organised by Maharashtra
Tourism
Efforts have been made to recreate the times of brave Maratha Warriors &
ambience of rich lifestyle of Peshwa Rulers
The tourist destinations covered include,Sindhudurg Sea Fort,Tarkarli
backwaters,Beaches & Churches of Goa,Palace at Kolhapur UNESCO World
Heritage Site of Ajanta & Ellora cave temple complex & pilgrimage
town of Nasik
7
Nights Deccan Odyssey Train from Mumbai/Mumbai
Detailed Tour Program
Day 1: Wed :MUMBAI Depart
Report by 3.00 p.m. at CST Railway Terminus at Fort Area,Mumbai
Proceed for check-in formalities & train departs by 430 p.m.
Dinner on board
Day 2: Thurs : SEA FORT & BEACHES
Train arrives at Sindhudurg Railway Station by 0730 a.m.
After breakfast on board ,by 8 a.m. proceed by A/C bus to Malvan boat jetty
& visit 18th Century built Sea Fort of Sindhudurg by boat
Later drive to virgin beach of Tarkarli for Lunch & time at leisure.
Evening excursion to Cashew nut Factory in Dharampur Village.
By 615 p.m. return to Deccan Odyssey train at Kudal Railway Station
Train departs by 630 p.m. & Dinner On board
Day 3: Fri: GOA
Train arrives in Karmali Railway Station by 7.30 a.m.
After breakfast on board ,proceed by 8 a.m. for excursion to UNESCO World
Heritage Site of late 16th century built Portuguese Churches
Return by 1245 hrs to Deccan Odyssey train at Verna Railway Station
On board lunch & time at leisure
By 415 p.m. depart for beach side resort to enjoy cultural program &
dinner
By 915 p.m return to Deccan Odyssey Train stationed at Verna Railway
Station
At Night -train stationary at Verna Railway Station (Goa)
Day 4: Sat: GOA
After breakfast board,by 930 a.m proceed for excursion to Mangeshi Hindu
Temple,Spice Plantation in Ponda
Traditional Goan style lunch in plantation farm house
Proceed to Chandoli village & visit 16th century built Menezes Braganza
House
By 630 p.m. reach Madgaon Railway Station to board deccan Odyssey train
Train departs by 7 p.m. & Dinner on board
Day 5: Sun: KOLHAPUR Town
Train arrives at Kolhapur Railway Station by 730 a.m.
After on board breakfast,proceed by A/C buses from 08 a.m. to 1230 Noon to
visit Kolhapur Town
Places visited include- 19th century built Shalini Palace,Museum,Mahalaxmi
Hindu Temple
Enjoy traditional martial art & cultural program,followed by visit to
handicrafts stalls
Return to Kolhapur Station by 1230 Noon & train departs by 1245 hrs
Lunch on board & rest of day at leisure.
Evening 730 p.m. technical stop at Pune Railway station for 15 minutes
Dinner on board
Day 6: Mon: ELLORA CAVES & AURANGABAD
Train arrives at Daualatabad Railway station by 0645 a.m.
After onboard breakfast,board A/C buses by 0745 a.m. & proceed for
excursion to 14th century built Daulatabad Hill Fort
Later visit UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ellora Cave Temple complex,carved
out of hill face between 8th to 12th Century A.D.
Return to Aurangabad town for lunch in 5 star Hotel
Afternoon visit early 18th century built Bibi Ka Maqbara & time free
for shopping.
Return to railway station by 530 p.m. & Dinner on board
Train departs by 10 p.m.
Day 7: Tue: AJANTA CAVES & NASIK
Train reaches Bhusawal railway station by 7 a.m.
After Early breakfast on board, proceed at 730 a.m. by A/C buses for
excursion to UNESCO World Heritage site of Buddhist Cave temple complex,some
dating back to 2nd century B.C.Later drive back to Jalgoan Railway station
to board Deccan Odyssey by 1245 noon & train departs by 1.15 p.m.
Reach Nasik Railway Station by 5 p.m.& visit ancient Hindu temples
located on Holy River Godavari
Return by 730 p.m. to train stationed at Deolali Railway Station
Dinner on board & train departs by 1030 p.m.
Day 8: Wed : Return To MUMBAI
Train reaches CST Railway Station,Mumbai by 730 a.m.
Check-out after early breakfast before 815 a.m.
Note: The Train Tour management,reserves the right to amend/alter
the program at short notice,to suit local logistics
Schedule
| 7 Nights Deccan Odyssey Train Departure Schedule Ex
Mumbai |
| Month |
Depart Date |
| December 2011 |
07,14 |
| January 2012 |
04,11 |
| February 2012 |
01 |
| March 2012 |
07,28 |
NOTE:
- Option to book for minimum three nights part journey also .viz
Mumbai/Goa
- Deccan Odyssey Train will operate ,subject to minimum 25
passengers
- Train tour Depart dates of 14 Dec; 07 March & 28 March are
available for group booking
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Tariff
PER NIGHT COST-Deccan Odyssey Train Tour
Valid for 2011-12 Season |
| Occupancy Type |
Deluxe Cabin |
Presidential Suite |
| On Single Occupancy |
US$ 650 for 1 + US$ 17 Taxes Extra |
US$ 950 for 1 + US$ 25 Taxes Extra |
| On Twin Sharing |
US$ 1000 for 2 + US$ 26 Taxes Extra |
US$ 1600 for 2 + US$ 41 Taxes Extra |
| On Triple Sharing |
US$ 1275 for 3 + US$ 33 Taxes Extra |
US$ 1970 for 3 +US$ 51 Taxes Extra |
Important:
- Train Tour is for 7 nights Ex Mumbai to Mumbai & option to
book for Minimum 3 Nights Part Journey etc.
- Add 2.58% Govt Service Tax extra
- Children< 12 years are charged 50% of adult cost
- Children< 5 years are complimentary without bed
- Indians & NRI’s can pay in equivalent rupees
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Train Tour Cost Includes:
Daily three meals with bottled drinking water; Tour Excursion &
Sightseeing by A/C buses with services of English Speaking Guide;
Monument entrance Fee |
EXTRA COSTS(Not Included in Train Tour)
Use of onboard spa facility; Professional video camera at monuments;
alcoholic & non alcoholic beverages,laundry, tour insurance, tips,
gratuity, porter fee,& all other expenses of personal nature;
arrangement of Hotel Booking Or Airport & Railway Station transfers
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