Deccan Odyssey

Fast Facts
Started in the Year : 2004
Duration of Journey : 7 Nights and 8 Days
Route : Mumbai – Ratnagiri – Sindhu Durg – Goa – Kolhapur Pune – Daulatabad /Aurangabad (Ajanta & Ellora Caves) – Nasik – Mumbai.

Overview
If Darjeeling, Shimla, Nilgiri hill stations are known for their toy train and Rajasthan boasts of the royal ‘Palace on Wheels’, then Maharashtra also echoes with the Deccan Odyssey. Equipped with all the luxurious and modern comforts, the Deccan Odyssey is much more than just a luxury train- cruise. An elegantly decorated train, the Deccan Odyssey takes you on an unforgettable journey of a land bestowed with legions’ grandeur, picturesque beaches, imposing forts and palaces and colossal rocks.

Deccan Odyssey has been scheduled in such a manner that the train travels only at night so that you can relax in the comfortable arrangements made by the Deccan Odyssey management. Besides, the breakfast and dinner is served to you on board whereas the lunch is served at the destination you will visit during the daytime.

In fact, Deccan Odyssey is a ‘classical odyssey’ of time beyond the realms of the today’s world. So, don’t wait, plan your next trip to India’s commercial capital, Mumbai and board the Deccan Odyssey train at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus to experience one of the finest train journeys of the world.

Train Features
A latest addition on the luxury trains in India, Deccan Odyssey is a combined venture of Indian Railways and Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC). Indian Railways and MTDC have collaborated with the renowned Taj Group of Hotels to provide services of five star hotel on a train to guests. Deccan Odyssey train has 21 coaches that include 11 Passenger cars with 4 coups each, 2 Presidential Suite Cars with 2 coupes each car. The train also has two restaurant cars, a lounge/bar, a Spa car and a conference car which can be redesigned as dance floor in the night. In addition to these, the train has generator cars with luggage store and staff car or spare car.

On Board Amenities

• Deccan Odyssey has 13 fully air conditioned deluxe saloons with attached toilets, running hot and cold water, shower, wall-to-wall carpeting and other luxurious amenities.
• The train has two lavish and beautifully decorated restaurants which serve you delectable Indian cuisines.
• An exotic array of dishes are available on the Deccan Odyssey and mineral water is made available to you throughout your journey.
• You will be provided an arrival kit consisting of stationery items, cards, brochures etc.
• An attendant will be always available at your service to take care of all your travel requirements.
• All essential toiletries like soaps, shampoos, moisturisers, creams etc will be provided to you in the train.
• You can shop traditional Maharashtrain items, handicrafts and other special items on board.
• The train has a lounge where you can relax, interact with others and also make some good friends

Other Amenities

• Conference Room with a capacity of 50 people, facility for satellite communication, Internet, computer, printer, fax facility and telephone.
• Library, Medical Aid, Mail Box, Business Centre, Bar, Fully loaded mini-pantry in each coach, News papers / Magazines, Money Exchange/Credit cards facility, Safety & Security arrangements.
• Ayurvedic Massage Centre, Steam Bath, Gymnasium and Beauty Parlour.
• Special Suite for Physically challenged people, special assistance is available in the form of wheel chairs and a special attendant for assistance.
• Telephone in each Saloon.
• Television in each coach.
• Plasma TV in lounge Car.
• Channel Music, PA System / Six Channel Music System.
• Travel Charges (Per person per night)

Travel Charges (Per person per night)

Cost Includes
Accommodation in private air-conditioned cabin with attach baths, 3 meals every day, excursion and sightseeing costs with English speaking guides, mineral water, entry fee at monuments, backwater cruise on Konkan coast.

Extra Costs
Laundry, Video Camera fee at forts and monuments, Hard and soft drinks, Gratuity and tips, Porterage and travel insurance.

Note

• Half fare for children between 5 years and 12 years. Children below 5 yrs are free. Above mentioned travel charges will be valid till 30/04/2008.
• 10 % Holiday Surcharge Extra for Christmas/ New Year Eve Departs.
• Special discounted rater in the month of April, due to hot and humid weather conditions.
• The operation of train remains suspended in September due to heavy rain on Konkan coast.
• Booking are available in various options such as – Part 3 Night Journey (Mumbia - Goa), Part 4 Journey (Goa – Mumbai), Full 7 Night Journey (From Mumbai to Mumbai).