Day 01 : Mumbai Day 02 : Jaigad - Ratnagiri Day 03 : Sindhuburg - Sawantwadi Day 04 : Goa Day 05 : Pune Day 06 : Aurangabad Day 07 : Ajanta - Nasik Day 08 : Mumbai
Highlights of the Tour : Highlights of
this tour are visits to the Beach Paradise - Goa, World Heritage Sites of
Ajanta and Ellora Caves, Ratnagiri hills etc.
Overview
The Deccan Odyssey luxury train takes you on an unforgettable week-long
sojourn through the erstwhile kingdom of the renowned Marathas. The
interiors of the train showcase the history and culture of Maharashtra and
boast of state-of-the-art facilities. Your journey starts and commemorates
at India's commercial capital, Mumbai. On departure from Chhatrapati Shivaji
Terminus of Mumbai the train passes through various places namely Ratnagiri,
Sindhu Nagari, Goa, Pune Ajanta, Aurangabad, Ellora and Nasik. All along the
way, every comfort is provided to you within the train. With 21 coaches
comprising restaurant, conference, bar and spa cars, Deccan Odyssey luxury
train, provides almost all the amenities offered by five star hotels. So,
book this tour and come to India to enjoy a journey as well as tour of
lifetime.
Inclusions
Accommodation, Meal, Services of local guides for sightseeing tours, Train
fare included.
Exclusions
Shopping and other foods apart from on-board meals.
Transportation : Transportation by Train,
Cars and Buses.
Accommodation : Accommodation in Train.
Detailed Itinerary
Namaste - We welcome you with folded hands
Day 1 : Mumbai
Your tour starts from city of dreams Mumbai. 300 years ago Mumbai was an
agglomeration of seven islands. Modern, yet preserving its antiquities as a
short drive through the city will reveal. Board the train in the evening at
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, one of Mumbai's most famous Gothic landmarks.
Wine and dine in comfort as the train sets about its voyage.
Day 2 : Jaigad - Ganapatipule - Ratnagiri
In the morning arrive at the Bhoke Station from where you go to the Jaigad
Fort. The fort's awesome pride and stance is sure to leave you speechless.
Travel next Ganapatipule, the beach bathed in golden sunshine and silver
moonlight all for you to relish. And after a sumptuous lunch here, head
straight to Ratnagiri, famous for Alphonso mangoes. Visit the Lokmanya Tilak
Smarak Fort and then you're back to the laps of luxury.
Overnight : Journey in Train
Day 3 : Sindhuburg - Tarkali - Sawantwadi
The train chugs into the tip of Konkan Coast, Sindhudurg Nagri Station. A
luxury bus transfer you to Malvan Jetty. From here enjoy boat ride to the
unconquered Ocean Fort of Sindhudurg. See the temples dedicated to Bhavani,
Mahadeo, Jarimari, Mahapurush and Shivaji in its premises. Your next stop is
Tarkarli, a virgin beach at the confluence of river Karli and Arabian Sea. A
hard day at the sea is imminent, so rest at the Tarkarli Beach Resort's
'Konkani' style cottages is soothing. From here, move on to Tarkarli Jetty
for a romantic boat ride to Kalse Jetty. A luxury bus then takes you to
Sawantwadi.
Overnight : Journey in Train
Day 4 : Goa
Goa, the fabled land for many, is your next stop. Brilliant lust green
field surrounded by the villages and hamlets, whitewashed churched standing
against the occasional empty patches of startling soil. Some of India's
finest golden sand beaches alongwith jungle-clad hills, imposing ancient
churches and elegant mansions dot this state. Perhaps that's why people from
all over the world flock here in droves.
Start off with Old Goa, as you walk amid the ruins of vast gardens and old
churches of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral and the Church of St. Assissi. Also on
the cards is a walk through Fontanhas, the Latin quarters at Panjim.
Followed by typical Goan styled lunch, after which you are free to explore
Goa on your own.
Day 5 : Pune
Next morning the train pulls into Pune, the erstwhile capital of the
Marathas. Also known as the cultural capital of the state. Pune is the
hometown of the Marathas awakening and the traditional centre of the
Maharashtrian culture; nay famous writers, poets, singers and artist were
either born or lived here. Start off with a visit to the Raja Kelkar Museum,
a treasure house enriched with antiques of 17th , 18th and 19th centuries.
Next stop, the magnificent Shaniwarwada built by the Peswas in 1732. And
after a splendid lunch, visit the imposing Aga Khan Palace. On to the world
famous Rajneesh (OSHO) Ashram next. And finally, the David Sassoon
Synagogue. Built by Sir David Sassoon in 1867, the synagogue is believed to
be one of the biggest an finest in the world.
Overnight : Journey in Train
Day 6 : Aurangabad
It's Aurangabad the next morning. Get set to travel along the rolling hills
and picturesque ruins of the past. After a scrumptious breakfast in the
train, a luxury bus takes to the majestic fortes of Daulatabad. An
impregnable defense in its days, it still stands tall and proud. Aurangabad,
founded by the ruler Aurangzeb, has scores of monuments, tombs and Buddhist
caves. Visit the world famous Ellora Caves. This World Heritage Site's 34
brilliantly carved rock-cut temples represent Buddhist, Jain and Hindu
faiths. Back to Aurangabad for lunch with live cultural entertainments. Also
on the itinerary will the Bibi-Ka-Maqbara. And for the perfect memorabilia,
do spend time shopping at Aurangabad.
Overnight : Journey in Train
Day 7 : Ajanta - Nasik
This day the train brings you to Jalgaon railway station. After a royal
breakfast in the train, board the MSRTC bus to surround yourself by the
dramatic views of the Waghora Valley; the hideout of the Ajanta Caves. Older
than Ellora Caves, these caves once lost to the world, were discovered
accidentally by a party of British solders on a hunting trip. 'Bodhisattva
Padmapani', 'Boddhisattva Avalokitesvara', 'The Birth Place of Buddha' and
'The Thousand Buddha' are few amongst the many fine murals and sculptures
you'll cherish. Then a mouth watering lunch as you reach Nasik, from where
you travel to vineyards at Govardhan Park in comforts of a luxury
air-conditioned bus. On your way to Sula Winery Yard you will visit the Old
Ghat (the Kumbh Mela is held here once every 12 years) and see some great
views of the Gangapur Dam Site. Enjoy a lavish wining and dining session at
Wine Yard.
Day 8 : Mumbai
Enjoy breakfast on board as we arrive in Mumbai, India's commercial
capital. Alight at Chhatrapati Shivaji rail terminus as the tour draws to
its conclusion.
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Feedback
Earlier we visited India two times, but this time our travelling experience
was awesome. We covered all the popular destinations of West and South India
on train. Full-day sightseeing and the overnight journey at Deccan Odyssey
was really exciting. On the whole the trip was very exciting.
--- Justin Machbeth (Blwayo), visited in
April 2005
Travelling on Deccan Odyssey train was a thrilling experience for us. On
this tour we were taken to so many places of India. We passed a full day on
Goan beaches and enjoyed a lot of leisure activities. Surely we will visit
India next year to enjoy the luxurious journey at Deccan Odyssey..
--- Kevin Hudson (UK), visited in June
2006
Fantastic trip, I can't describe my personal experience in words. Better
you book this tour package and enjoy the luxurious journey yourself.
--- Fraser Radisson (Canada), visited in
November 2006