The landscapes of south India is a treasure box of natural and architectural jewels which disclose the generosity of nature and patronage of erstwhile south India rulers for their favorite deities. Suffused with romance of the past and refinement of the present, Golden Chariot takes guests on an enchanting voyage to cover some of the most celebrated destinations in Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
A joint venture of Karnataka State Tourism and Development Corporation (KSTDC) and the Indian Railways, Golden Chariot chugged on its maiden voyage on 10th March, 2010 to provide luxury train tours in south India. Named after the famous stone chariots in Hampi, this Indian luxury train endeavors to unearth the historical heritage of southern region in an opulent manner.
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| Golden Chariot Train |
Painted in golden and purple hues which itself signifies royal epoch of erstwhile south Indian dynasties, Golden Chariot exudes an aura of elegance and opulence from its every nook and corner. The logo of this Indian luxury train is a mythical animal, an elephant headed lion. Both lion and elephant signify royalty in their own way. While the first one is the king of jungle, other was a prominent vehicle for royal ride. A fleet of bonhomie and hospitable staff welcomes guests in a traditional manner before boarding the train.
Historical legacy, exquisite artwork and cultural ethos of erstwhile ruling dynasties of south are manifested in the 11 coaches of this luxury tourist train. The names of these 11 coaches draw inspiration from the different dynasties that have ruled the region in the past and reverberate with the architectural ethos of that particular epoch.
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| Gourmet Dining Experience - Restaurant of the Golden Chariot |
The ceilings, wall panels and furniture have been intricately carved with exquisite workmanship reverberating with the architectural traditions of Hoyasala and Mysore. Moreover the interplay of quaint décor with sylvan furnishings and state of the art amenities creates a flattering juxtaposition of traditional and contemporary. With a capacity to accommodate 88 guests, the 13 guest cabins of this Indian luxury train comes befitted with LCD TV’s, wardrobes, vanity desk and private en-suite bathrooms.
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| Bedroom of the golden chariot |
Besides royal interiors and refined services, The Golden Chariot earns full points for the dining experiences it offers. The two ornately designed restaurants and a nonchalant lounge housed within this regal train offer services akin to a five star hotel. An eclectic assortment of gourmet Indian and international delicacies is tastefully served to appease the guest palate. Not to forget mentioning the lounge bar Madira, literally meaning mythical drink of the Gods. If offer choicest wines and drinks from all around the world to unwind the weary souls of the guests.
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| Golden Chariot - the lounge bar |
The Golden Chariot is also getting ahead of its competitors by providing perfect solution for the MICE problem of the discerning corporate moguls. The tariff of Golden Chariot starting from USD 545 is certainly not a big deal for business executives to execute their business, even while travelling. To say that Golden Chariot train offers an opulent way to travel south India will not be an exaggeration. For more information on itineraries, schedule and booking of the Golden Chariot visit the website of the Indian Luxury Trains (ILT) http://www.indianluxurytrains.com/
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