Named after the famous Stone Chariot in Hampi, a World Heritage Site in South India, The Golden Chariot conveys you in luxurious comfort on voyages through time and exotic South Indian locales. On these journeys, it unravels for you both eras hidden behind time’s veil, and the splendorous of the present day. Come aboard, on a journey filled with moments worth cherishing for a lifetime.The Golden Chariot offers you two memorable itineraries: Pride of the South and Southern Splendor.

Duration: 09 Nights/ 10 Days
Destination : Bangalore, Mahabalipurm, Pondicherry, Tanjavur, Maduri, Kanyakumari, Trivandrum, Kovalam, Alleppey, Kochi, Bangalore
Region: South India

Tour Itinerary

Day 01 : : Arrive Bangalore

Arrival Bangalore, as per your flight schedule pickup from Bangalore airport and transfer to hotel, day at your rest, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : : Bangalore

Morning after breakfast, half day city tour, later proceed for for check-in formalities followed by high tea & brief presentation.Proceed for vist to art gallery,followed by cultural program.Reach Yeshwantpur Railway Station, by 8 pm & be escorted to respective Cabins.Dinner on board & train departs by 9 pm for Chennai.

Day 03 : : Chennai & Mamallapuram

Morning from 9 am to 12 Noon discover the old charms in modern cosmopolitan city of Chennai,driving through beach road & visiting St Thomas Church & Cholamanda Art Village.
Later drive to Mahabalipuram for lunch at beach resort, followed by visit UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sea Shore temples, built more than 1200 years ago.Return to Chennai Railway station by 630 pm & depart

Day 04 : : Auroville & Pondicherry

Morning excursion to Auroville-a modern commune, dedicated to unfification of all religions. Return to train for lunch

Afternoon stroll through beach town of Pondicherry-this former French colony, exudes a Mediterranean aura with French style architecture and boutiques. Proceed for dinner to eco-resort & later return to train & depart.

Day 05 : : Tanjavur

World-famous for Brahadishwara temple, a historical monument dating back to 11th century which now is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region also offers unique Tanjavur style paintings and Tanjavur dolls.

Day 06 : : Madurai

The temple city of, Madurai has a rich cultural heritage that goes back to over 2, 500 years. The city is synonymous with the celebrated Meenakshi temple which stands today as one of the country’s greatest architectural landmarks. Close to the temple is situated yet another architectural wonder, the Tirumalai Nayak Mahal, a classic blend of Dravidian, Islamic and European architecture.
After breakfast,visit famed Meenakshi Temple & stroll through the local market.Return to train for lunch.
Late afternoon visit Poompuhar Handicrafts Emporium for optional shopping.proceed to Tirumalai nayak Mahal for sound & light show,followed by dinner & traditional folk performance at The Heritance.Return to train & depart

Day 07 : : Kanyakumari, Trivandrum & Kovalam

Kanyakumari, sun rise point -at the tip of peninsular India, offers a panorama of the confluence of the Bay of Bengal, the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean.
The Kanakakunnu Palace, located in Trivandarum city was built in late 19th century by travoncore royalty.The interiors are decorated with large crystal chandeliers and exquisite pieces of royal furniture. Kovalam, Beach located on Arabian Sea offers a natural cove with shallow waters stretching for hundreds of meters & are ideal for swimming.
Early morning 05:45 am to 8 am proceed to Kanyakumari sunrise point & brief city tour.Return to train for breakfast & depart.Lunch also on-board late afternoon visit Trivandarum Palace & evening excursion to Kovallam beach,followed by Gala Dinner & cultural program in Luxury Beach resort

Day 08 : : Kerala Backwaters & Kochi

Morning visit Alleppey is also known as the “Venice of the east”. & more famous as Kerala Backwaters Enjoy boat cruise through its canals, which takes you past scenic islands ensconced with coconut and palm trees. Afternoon visit “Queen of the Arabian sea”, Kochi is a vibrant cosmopolitan city famous for its Jewish Synagogue and the Dutch palace.

Day 09 : : Bangalore

Arrival Bangalore, pick up and transfer to hotel for an overnight stay. Rest of the day at leisure perhaps by the pool of your hotel or for any independent exploration.

Day 10 : : Delhi Departure

Morning at your leisure, later as per your flight schedule transfer to Bangalore airport to take your flight for your onward journey.

* Note: The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels train departs on every Sunday from Delhi.

Pricing

All pricing is based on twin/double -sharing for two-guest traveling together

Price for Deluxe cabin : Single occupancy USD 755 | Double USD 570 | Triple USD 495
The given cost is based on per person per day on twin sharing basis

Additional Service Tax of 2.58 % for all the train tours.

Pricing Inclusions

Package Cost Includes:

• Accommodation in a Luxurious Cabin with attached toilets on Single/Twin sharing basis.
• All 3 meals including Tea, Coffee, & Mineral water bottles, during your stay on Train..
• City sightseeing in a Deluxe Coach.
• All entrance fee to the Palaces and Museums during your tour.

Package Cost Does Not Include:

• Items of personal Nature like Porterage, Tips, Laundry, Liquor.
• All other items and services not mentioned above.

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