Welcome aboard the Golden Chariot across the land of timeless temples, fascinating culture, ageless monuments, lush green forests, peerless palaces & a proud race of people.. that is Karnataka.
Day 01 : MON : Bangalore Depart
Day 02 : TUE : Mysore Palace, Vrindavan Gardens & Srirangapatnam Fort.
Day 03 : WED : Nagarhole Wildlife Reserve
Day 04 : THURS : Halebid, Belur, Shravanabelagola.
Day 05 : FRI : Hampi
Day 06 : SAT : Pattadakkal
Day 07 : SUN : Goa
Day 08 : MON : Bangalore return.
The latest Indian Maharaja Train Tour, "Golden Chariot" offers an insight into treasure trove of archaeological wealth, abundant bounty for wildlife seekers and a kaleidoscope of culture for it's esteemed guests. It offers a mix of heritage, culture, eco-tourism and beach life. Recline & relax as the magnificent scenery unfolds outside your window with luxury on the inside, thus far reserved for royalty.
We present the Golden Chariot-a fine balance between a glorious yesterday and an omnipresent tomorrow in a magical land ... that is Karnataka.
The Eight -days sojourn Departs from Bangalore every Monday evening & takes the travellers through Mysore (covering Srirangapatnam, Nagarhole Wildlife Sanctuary), Hassan (Belur, Halebid, Shravanabelagola), Hospet (Hampi), Gadag (Aihole, Badami, Pattadakkal) and Goa; before returning to Bangalore next Monday morning.The Golden Chariot Train is a joint venture of State Government of Karnataka & Ministry of Railways.
Golden Chariot Train - Facilities on Board
Designed & operated on the lines of World famous Palace On wheels Train Tour; The Golden Chariot Train offers Eleven luxuriously furnished Air-Conditioned Saloons of 4 sleeping chambers(Cabins) each,Two Dining Cars,One Bar Lounge & onboard facility of state of art Conference room, Business Centre, Mini Gymnasium & Ayurvedic Spa.
Passenger Saloons :
The Interiors of the Saloon are inspired by the intricately carved Hosalya temple architecture dating back to 12th century.
Total 44 Air Conditioned cabins in 11 inter-connected saloons are combination of 26 Twin Bedded Cabins,17 Double bedded Cabins & One Cabin for Physically Challenged.
Each Cabin offers small wardrobe,vanity desk,LCD Televisions,Electric sockets with 220 AC for recharging batteries; & private washroom having 5 Star Hotel accessories.
Restaurant Coaches :
The interiors of the Two Dining Cars (called Nala & Ruchi) are inspired by the royal aesthetics of Hampi & Halebid temples.
There is a wide spread of vegetarian and non-vegetarian culinary delights available.
Lounge Bar Coach :
The plush & royal interiors of the Cigar Bar Lounge (called Madira) are modelled after the early 20th century Mysore Palace.
Conference Saloon :
The state of art Conference Room has seating capacity of 25-30 guests & provision of 42 inch LCD Television with DVD player.The business centre offers high speed internet surfing area.
Spa & Gym Facility :
There are Two massage rooms ,for the traditional & age old Ayurvedic massages,said to offer definite cures for modern day fatigue & stress.
Also available is a fully equipped Gymnasium.