Deccan Odyssey is the oldest in the fleet of luxury train in India subsequent only to the famous Palace on Wheels. A joint endeavor of the Maharashtra Tourism and Development Corporation and the Indian Railways, Deccan Odyssey is designed to promote the culture and heritage of Maharashtra and Goa.

During the 8 days and 7 night’s journey, Deccan Odyssey train unfolds the myriad colors of Deccan region with World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora, sea fortress at Sindhugarh, rustic charm of Old Goa, pristine natural beauty of Konkan coast, Nashik- Wine Capital of India and indigenous art and craft galore at Kolhapur. Here are those seven spectacular destinations that will familiarize you with the rich culture and heritage of India during this luxury rail journey. 

Mumbai – The Colonial Paradise

Mumbai - A Colonial Paradies

Mumbai is a colonial paradise which came into the possession of English King Charles II as part of Portuguese Princess Catherine’s dowry whom he married in 1661. The British impact on the city is still evident in its colonial monuments such as Gateway of India, Princes of Wales Museum, Victoria Terminus and other colonial era buildings. 

Sindhugarh  - The Sea Fortress Afloat

Sindhugarh  - The Sea Fortress Afloat

Situated on the Konkan Coast, Sindhugarh is a fortress housed on an islet and speaks volumes about the glorious past of Marathas. The mighty sea fort was a strong naval base built by Maratha King Shivaji in 1664-67 AD. It is said that 2000 mounds of iron were used to erect the massive curtain wall and bastion. Within the fort premises, you will find a number of temples dedicated to Bhavani, Mahadeo, Jarimari, Mahapurush and various other Hindu deities. The beaches at Sindhugarh are much more pristine and serene unlike other commercialized beaches.

Goa - A Bucolic Retreat

Goa - A Bucolic Retreat

Goa is a hot-shot tourist destination famous all around the world for its intermingled beauty of sun, sand and surf. The Portuguese legacy of Goa is justly famous as is its palm-fringed beaches and thrilling nightlife. Old Goa was once compared to London and Lisbon back in 1500 and offers a bucolic retreat to the guests. The city is the repository of Goa’s Portuguese heritage which is manifested in various churches and cathedrals placed in this city. Basilica of Bom Jesus, the Cathedral Church, St. Augustine Church and the Church of Saint Francis of Assisi are some major attractions of Old Goa. 

Vasco - The Largest City of Goa

Vasco - The Largest City of Goa

Located on the western tip of Mormugao peninsula, Vasco was founded in 1543 and named after famous Portuguese explorer Vasco-Da-Gama. The largest city of Goa, Vasco revels in the fact that it is the only place in Goa which is well connected by rail, road, sea and air. Mormugao Port, Pilot Point, Bogmalo beach, Japanese Garden and Naval Aviation Museum are some major attractions of this city. 

Kolhapur - the fabled city

Kolhapur - the fabled city

Located on the banks of river Panchganga, Kolhapur is said to have established by a demon called Kolhasura who was later destroyed by Goddess Mahalakshmi to relieve the local populace.  Kolhapur was once a princely state of Marathas and houses several spectacular attractions which include Shalini Palace, New Palace, Mahalakshmi temple and Bhavani Mandap. Besides attractions, the city is also famous for Kolhapuri chappals, jewelry items, leather sandals and saris. 

Aurangabad - the city of the throne

Aurangabad - the city of the throne

Owing to its rapid growth and development, Aurangabad is regarded as one of the fastest growing cities in the world. The city was founded by Malik Amber in 1610 AD and named after Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. The city is home to renowned World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora. Beside these World Heritage Sites, the myriad tourist attractions of Aurangabad includes Bibi ka Maqbara- a replica of Taj Mahal and Daulatabad Fort. 

Nashik - the abode of Gods

Nashik - the abode of Gods

According to the legend, Lord Rama stayed at Nashik along with Sita and Lakshman during his 14 year exile. The city cam under Mughal reign in 16th century and was renamed Gulshanabad, the city of gardens. It was during Peshwa rule when it got its present name. The city has its place in the tourist map, especially pilgrims due to the Kumbh Mela which held here once in every 12 years. Some attractions of this beautiful city are Gangapur Dam, Dudhsagar Fall, Pandav Caves, Bird sanctuary, Panchwati Ghat.

If you are looking forward to explore the regions from Mumbai to Delhi in the most luxurious way, Indian Luxury Trains introduces revised dates and tariffs of the Indian Maharaja luxury train… 

Indian Luxury Trains makes the announcement of the new dates & tariffs of the Indian Maharaja journey for your wishful expedition to explore the regions ranging from Mumbai to Delhi. The website’s Departures’ section has updated with relevant information about the trains scheduled for the upcoming 2013-14 season. The train did rather well last season and managing authorities are expecting an even greater footfall this year. This The Indian Maharaja journey ensures the perfect blend of opulence and stupendous hospitality. Indianluxurytrains.com is the first to update the dates of this royal journey of 168 hours (7 nights/8 days). Like every year, the journey will commence from the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (Mumbai, Maharashtra) and end at Safdarjung Railway Station (Delhi) throughout the season from November 2013 to April 2014. The tariffs for lean and peak seasons have also been revised for all types of accommodations and duly updated on the website.

Indian Maharaja Train

Indian Maharaja is a special luxury train that is designed to provide royal tour in the regions of Indian Terrains ranging from Mumbai to Delhi and Delhi to Mumbai. The itinerary of this luxury trains makes you travel from Mumbai all the way to Delhi via Aurangabad, Udaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Jaipur, Bharatpur, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri ,Ellora Caves and and Ajanta Caves. The train also has a vice-versa journey from Delhi to Mumbai. Indian Maharaja has 11 aesthetically appointed cabins for the accommodation of the guests. The elements like 11 passenger cars (Deluxe cabins), 2 Presidential Suites with a living room, bedroom, and attached toilet, CD/MP3 player, Channel Music, and Wall to wall carpeting are also available to make the journey blissful for the passengers. There are two restaurants, serving both Indian as well as European cuisines. Further, adding the zing to the luxury, facilities like Internet access, sitting lounge, conference car, spa, Ayurvedic & herbal massage, etc., are also provided. 

Single cabin on the board Indian Maharaja

The Indian Maharaja train offer 2 weeklong journeys to the guests to choose from - Mumbai to Delhi and Delhi to Mumbai. While one begins from Chattrapati Shivaji Terminus in Mumbai, the other rolls out from Safdarjung Railway Station in New Delhi. Scheduled departure and tariff of the Indian Maharaja train is mentioned below for the season 2013-14

Dates of Departure from Mumbai to Delhi Season 2013-2014

Month	Departure Dates
November, 2013	6
January, 2014	15, 29
Febuary, 2014	12, 26
March, 2014	12, 26
April, 2014	9

Dates of Departure from Delhi to Mumbai Season 2013-2014

Month	Departure Dates
November, 2013	13
January, 2014	22
Febuary, 2014	5, 19
March, 2014	5, 19
April, 2014	2, 16

Indian Maharaja Tariff for Season 2013-2014 :

Occupancy Type	Silver Class	Gold Class	Platinum Class
Single occupancy	US$ 950	US$ 1110	US$ 1590
Twin occupancy	US$ 595	US$ 695	US$ 995

Note :-

• The rates are per person per night for a minimum of 7 nights and EXCLUDING 3.09% service tax.
• The tariff includes a number of fees including entrance fees in the monuments, palaces, parks, boat rides, and also rickshaw rides at Bharatpur. The tariff however does not include the business car facilities, Spa facilities, liquor, fees for video camera, and laundry.
• Tariff Subject to change without notice.

Reservation and Cancellation Policy

The reservation as well as cancellation policies as mentioned in The Indian Maharaja tariff are as follows:

To Reserve:

• Pay 20% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking.
• Pay the remaining 80% of ticket value 30 days prior to departure.

To Cancel:

• 5% of the ticket value will be deducted if cancellation is made until 60 days prior to departure.
• 20% of the ticket value will be deducted if cancellation is made between 59 and 30 days prior to departure.
• 50% of the ticket value will be deducted if cancellation is made between 29 and 15 days prior to departure.
• 100% of the ticket value will be deducted if the cancellation is made 14 days prior to departure.

The website has a dedicated online reservation page where prospective guests can directly book their The Indian Maharaja journey.

Schedule for the season 2013-14 along with revised tariff plan has been announced for the Deccan Odyssey, which operates in Maharashtra and travels from Mumbai to Goa and return covering some heritage and cultural destinations along.

Operated by Maharashtra Tourism Department, Deccan Odyssey will offer usual 7 days itinerary along with 4 short tours on Mumbai - Goa and Mumbai - Sindhudurg Circuit. Whereas Goa is an international beach destination, Sindhudurg is home to one of the magnificent and unexplored beaches in India. The journey also entails tour to Ajanta and Ellora Caves, both are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.Read More...............

Travelling allows us to discover several natural and man-made bounties that dot the length and breadth of the planet earth. But what happens when travelling becomes an experience that you wish it never comes to an end? A journey on board Royal Rajasthan on Wheels definitely offers one such experience. A sophisticated version of the Palace on Wheels, Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is designed to recreate the elegance and opulence of the personal carriages used by maharajas of various princely states of Rajasthan.

Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Train

Royal Rajasthan on Wheels chugs you along the majestic land of Rajasthan in a journey combined with sheer opulence and peerless comforts. Rajasthan is arguably one of the most vibrant and colorful states in India which conjures up the image of multi-colored turbans, camels wandering in sand dunes and colorful festivals. Reverberating with the legends and stories of Rajput valor and courage, Rajasthan attracts millions owing to its majestic forts and palaces, vibrant culture, undulating sand dunes and mouth-watering cuisines.

Deluxe Twin suite Pearl on board Royal Rajasthan on wheels

From start to end, the journey aboard Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is a regal and delightful experience. Equipped with contemporary amenities that blend seamlessly with ethnic interiors, the train offers accommodation in its 14 luxuriously appointed coaches, each named after some famous palace in Rajasthan. Each of the cabins is equipped with facilities such as temperature control, Wi-Fi internet, electronic safe, 110/220V sockets, channel music system, satellite TV and attached bathrooms.

Restaurant on board Royal Rajasthan on Wheels

Dining on board Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is a pleasant experience. The train has two plush restaurants named as Sheesh Mahal and Swarn Mahal where guests can gorge on some mouth-tingling cuisines which include Rajasthani, Indian, Continental and Chinese dishes. Guests can also take delight in world-class amenities which include a lounge salon which is the best place for guests to relax and unwind, a spa salon where guests can rejuvenate their mind, body and soul through various massages and therapies. The train has a separate salon for shopping thrifts where guests can purchase for souvenir items and memorabilia.

Royal Rajasthan on Wheels facilities

With meticulously crafted itinerary, Royal Rajasthan on Wheels offers a kaleidoscopic sojourn across royal and cultural destinations in India (Rajasthan). The journey on board this luxury train offers you a glimpse of resplendent forts and palaces, erotic temples, medieval monuments and spirituality with a dash of wildlife. The destinations covered in a week long Royal Rajasthan on Wheels itinerary include Jodhpur, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Sawai Madhopur and Jaipur.

Lounge bar on board Royal Rajasthan on Wheels

 Besides Rajasthan, the inclusion of Khajuraho and Varanasi in the itinerary offers you a peep into the cultural and spiritual aspect of India. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Khajuraho is the group of Hindu, Buddhist and Jain temples renowned for their sculpture. On the other hand, Benares is the spiritual capital of India which is known for its sacred bathing Ghats. The evening aarti performed on these Ghats is one of the most spectacular sights to behold and leaves a profound spiritual impact.

Mehrangarh fort in Jodhpur, Rajasthan 

To say that Royal Rajasthan on Wheels offers an inclusive and perceptive travelling experience to the guests will not be an overstatement. The journey aboard this luxury train is suffused with romance, elegance and opulence of the bygone era that will remain etched in your mind forever. With such sheer luxury and a tastefully crafted journey, Royal Rajasthan on Wheels offers once in a lifetime rail tour to the guests..

Palace on Wheels Train

Indian Luxury Trains, the leading luxury tour management company, has announced 5-10% discounts on all pre-bookings made before 15th May, 2013 for Palace on Wheels and Royal Rajasthan on Wheels. 

Palace on Wheels has served as an excellent precedent to the other Indian luxury trains incepted after it and has set a benchmark in terms of hospitality and facilities on-board. While aboard the Palace on Wheels, not only will  you admire the quality of its decor but also experience the hospitality that is worthy of the Maharajas. The kind of services offered to the train’s guests are at par with a 5-star hotel.The itinerary of the Palace on  Wheels journey is amazing and features some of the most sought-after destinations of Rajasthan, including the Golden Triangle with Jaisalmer, JodhpurUdaipur among others.Read More....