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Detail Itinerary
Board the Deccan Odyssey
Assemble at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in the evening to complete the registration process and other formalities for the journey around Maharashtra. You will be given an exotic welcome drink as well. After completion of the formalities, board the Deccan Odyssey from Mumbai and head to Nashik.
Dinner for the guests will be served in the train. Overnight stay at Deccan Odyssey.
Upon arrival at the beautiful city of Nashik, alight from the train and walk along the Godavari Ghat where Hindu rituals are performed on a regular basis. Also, visit the local market near the ghats where you can buy anything ranging from groceries to seafood to other household necessities. Later, proceed to the Grover Zampa vineyards and experience an exclusive tour of the Indian wine making facility. Have a look at the vines laden with Chenin, Chardonnay and Shiraz grapes, and also witness the age-old 'methode traditionnelle' used to make exotic wines. Enjoy a wine tasting session and get back to Deccan Odyssey to set forth for Aurangabad.
Breakfast is served in the train; lunch is served at the vineyard, and dinner is served in the train. Overnight stay at Deccan Odyssey.
Aurangabad - Ellora Caves
Named after the Mughal Emperor Aurangazeb, the city of Aurangabad is famous for the Ajanta and Ellora caves and is also known as the "City of Gates". This historical city is a tourism capital of Maharashtra and house various monuments and tourist attractions including Bibi Ka Maqbara, Daulatabad Fort, Gateways, and much more. After relishing a scrumptious breakfast, go on a scenic drive to Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is one of the largest rock-cut monastery-temple caves complexes in the world. There are 34 cave temples belonging to Buddhism, Jainism, and Hinduism. One of the most striking temples is the Kailash Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Have a grand lunch in the train. In the evening, enjoy exquisite cocktails and a sumptuous dinner as the Deccan Odyssey heads to Jalgaon to visit the Ajanta Caves. Overnight stay at the Deccan Odyssey.
Upon arrival at Jalgaon Station, the tourists alight from the train and proceed for an excursion to Ajanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which includes 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments dating from 2nd century BCE to about 480 or 650 CE. The caves comprise of ancient monasteries and worship halls with beautiful paintings and rock-cut sculptures. Lunch will be served in the train as it heads to Kohlapur. The rest of the day is free for the tourists for their own leisure activities. Watch a movie, play a game of Carroms, or get yourself a rejuvenating massage in our spa. Send Enquiry
Enjoy a wonderful dinner and have an overnight stay at the Deccan Odyssey.
Enjoy a leisure time in the train as it rolls into the city of Kolhapur, the historical capital of Maharashtra. Have an early lunch on board and alight to visit the prominent places of tourist interest in the city. Visit the New Palace Museum (a sandstone octagonal palace) and the Town Hall Museum (a neo-Gothic building). Explore the local shopping centres and markets and get amazing Kohlapuri chappals before you head to witness the Lavanya Sandhya, a traditional folk performance. Later, proceed to visit the Mahalakshmi temple (a 1300-year-old temple also known as the Shakti Pethas) and later witness the 'Mardani Khel', a traditional martial arts performance.
Return to the Deccan Odyssey and proceed to the most fun-filled tourist destination in India - Goa. Overnight stay in the train.
After arrival at Goa, drive to Fontainhas, the Latin Quarters in Panjim which still has copious houses built in Portuguese style architecture. Experience the UNESCO World Heritage Walk around Fontainhas with its winding alleyways adorned by tiled-roofed houses in spectacular shades of blue and red. Later, proceed to Ribandar and walk along the lanes to visit the quaint churches and the St. Augustine tower. Proceed to Sahakari spice plantation for a traditional Goan feast comprising of shrimps, kingfish and mackerel washed down with some 'feni', a potent liquor made from cashew. Post lunch, enjoy a Goan folk performance. In the evening, visit another Portuguese house before returning to the Deccan Odyssey which further continues the journey to Ratnagiri via Konkan railway line. Overnight stay at Deccan Odyssey.
Upon arrival at Ratnagiri, a port city on the Konkan coast, the tourists alight from the train and explore the beauty that the city offers. After breakfast, head to the Ganpatiphule temple, where the 400-year-old idol of Ganapati is said to have sprung from the soil. Proceed to the beach and have a refreshing time. Return to the Deccan Odessey for a grand lunch and later proceed to the mango and cashew plantation and interact with the working labourers. After visiting the plantation, walk through the town and explore the 'wadas' or the local Maharashtrian neighborhood.
Return to the Deccan Odyssey, have a delicious dinner and have a reposeful stay. Send Enquiry
Overnight stay at the Deccan Odyssey.
Alight at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Railway Station, Mumbai, as the wonderful tour across India comes to an end.
Per Cabin Per Journey Price for 7 Nights /8 Days Journey
Deluxe Cabin USD 5810 (Single Cabin) USD 8386 (Double Cabin) USD 6290 (02 Child Cabin)
Presidential Suite USD 12579 (Single Cabin) USD 12579 (Double Cabin) USD 6290 (02 Child Cabin)
All Costs are in USD- The above costs are per cabin per journey.
- Government Service tax of 4.5% is additional and will be charged extra on the published tariff.
- As the train runs on the tracks of the Indian Railways, the itineraries are subject to change in case of any changes in the routeing etc.
- Prices are subject to change in case of any amendment in the routeing or other hikes such as fuel, taxes etc.
- Children below 5 years of age shall be allowed free, subject to sharing of the double bed with parents. This is subject to availability of the double bed at the time of booking.
- Presidential Suite can accommodate up to 3 adults or 2 Adults and 2 children (One child up to 5 years of age and second child up to 12 years of age).
- Deccan Odyssey does accommodate children but we ask parents to be mindful of the sophisticated adult atmosphere we endeavour to maintain.
- One child up to 5 years of age shall be allowed free of cost in the Deluxe Cabin, subject to sharing of the double bed with parents. This is subject to availability of the double bed at the time of booking.
- For families, with a child between 6-12 years of age, or, with two children with one child below 5 years and another between 6-12 years, we recommend the Presidential Suite which has a double bed in the bedroom and can be shared with a child below 5 years and a sofa cum bed in the living room which can accommodate the older child. In this case, the child/children will be accommodated free of cost.
- In case of two children between 6-12 years of age travelling with their parents, you will have to take 2 cabins. The first child pays 25% of the adult fare and the second child will have to pay 50%of the adult fare. One of the parents will have to be present with the child/children in the cabin.
- Please note that we do not have the facility for interconnecting cabins. All applicable taxes will be charged extra.
- Accommodation in double/twin bedded cabin with en suite bathrooms.
- All meals, Soft Beverages during the journey Valet Service Still Camera fees.
- Guided off train excursions and game drives as illustrated in the itinerary - inclusive of entrance fees, park fees, transport and services of an English-speaking local guide.
- Taxes, Insurance, Gratuities.
- Laundry, Alcoholic Beverages, Soft beverages during non-meal hours, Video and professional Still Camera fees.
- Arrival and Departure transfers.
- International and Domestic air tickets.
- Pre and Post-tour accommodation and any tour extensions unless specifically mentioned as a part of the journey.
Booking Information
PAYMENT & CANCELLATION TERMS:
- 20% of the ticket value at the time of booking.
- 80% of the ticket value 45 days before the departure date.
- Any cancellation must be advised immediately by Email and subsequently confirmed by letter to the Central Reservation Division.
- No cancellation on cancelling 60 days prior to the departure date.
- Retention of 20% of ticket value on cancelling 59 - 45 days prior to the departure date.
- Retention of 50% of ticket Value on cancelling 44 - 30 days prior to the departure date.
- Retention of 100% of ticket value on cancelling 29 days prior to the departure date.