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Golden Chariot Train Tour
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Bangalore >> Mysore >> Kabini >> Hassan >> Hospet >> Pattadakal >> Goa |
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"All the arrangements were perfect. We had a lovely vacation."
Shwetaa Shah, Manager, Pangea3
Leela, Kovalam
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Golden Chariot Train is a luxury hotel on wheels where the discerning traveler will be seeing several cities in seven days and will get a flavor of the diversity of India as a world of fantasy is unraveled for him. They would also be reaching out and touching history in this week of splendor. Against the who's who of the hospitality stalwarts in the country.
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The land once ridden by formidable armies is now governed by be world's most unique railway - the Golden Chorion beckons you go discover worlds that are enriched with history and culture. Recline and 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
Bangalore - A World of Royalty : The capital of Karnataka is known as the Garden City because of its salubrious climate and greenery. Perched 3250 feet above sea level, temperatures seldom exceed 30°C (88°F). Founded by Kempegowda, a powerful chieftain, the city is unique with its rich cultural heritage that coexists with its modern day technological and industrial achievements. Today, Bangalore is popularly known as India's Silicon Valley.
The Palace on Wheels is high on demand, hence, tourists are advised to make their bookings well in advance. The best season for a journey on the Palace on Wheels is between the months of September to April. The train usually travels in the night and allows the passengers to complete their sightseeing during the day time.
Mysore - A World of Royalty : Mysore has been always associated with the royal families and their patronage, be it the Wodeyars or the Sultans. Mysore was the capital of the princely state with palaces and princely buildings till Independence. Mysore also has a rich cultural heritage and celebrates festivals with pomp and grandeur like the world famous Dussehra.
A visit to the Island fortress of Tipu sultan of Srirangapatna lets you relive the pages of history of courage of this great warrior who stood up bravely to the might of the British Empire.
Kabini - A World of Wildlife : Rajiv Gandhi National Park, Nagarhole (Kabini), the hunting retreat of the Mysore Maharajas, is definitely the perfect destination for wildlife lovers in South India. The excitement starts with a safari into the heart of the park, where you are sure to spot wild animals in their natural habitat. Some of the popular sightings are elephant gaur, sambar, chital, wild boar and the more exclusive predators like tiger and leopard. A bird watcher's paradise, the park is home to over 300 species of birds, many of which are endemic to these Jungles.
Belur & Halebid - A World of Worship :
Belur in Hassan district 220 kms from Bangalore and 38 kms from Hassan is famous for its magnificent Hoysola Temple Complex. The Chennakesava Temple here is the major attraction, built by Hoysala Vishnuvardhana, to commemorate his victory over the Cholas. The facade of the temple is filled with intricate sculptures with no portion left blank. It Is the only Hoysala Temple sill in active worship.
Halebid in Hassan district is 27 kms away from Hassan and was the capital of the Hoysalas. It has one of the finest Hoysala temples. The Hoysaleswara Temple, perched on a star-shaped base amidst lawns, is a sculptural extravaganza. Its walls are richly carved with an endless variety of Hindu deities, sages, stylized animals, bards and friezes depleting the life of the Hoysala Kings.
Shravanabelagola is a pilgrim centre for the Jains with the world's tallest monolithic standing statue of the Lord Bahubali.
Hampi - A World Heritage Site : One of the greatest civilizations of its time, Hampi was not only the capital of the powerful Vijaynagar Empire but also rich in agricultural yield and trade. Founded by Hakka and Bukka in 1336AD, it fell to the Sultans who invaded in 1 565 AD. Hampi has rightfully earned its distinction as a World Heritage Site.
A visit to Anegundi village by traversing the gushing Tunga Badra river on a coracle is an experience that provides the guests with a glimpse into the traditional country life in Karnataka.
Badami - A World Heritage Site : Badami, Pattadakal and Aihole ensemble depict rich South Indian temple architecture and rock-cut cave temples. Badami showcases four ancient rock-cut cave temples, the largest of them dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Pattadakal is a World Heritage Site, which stands testimony to the richness of Chalukya kings.
Aihole is widely acknowledged as the cradle of South Indian temple architecture. There are hundreds of temples strewn in the villages nearby.
Goa - A World of Gold Beaches : Goa, once a colony of the Portuguese, is a melting pot of Portuguese culture, art and architecture building structures is starkly evident. Known for its popular beaches, Goa also offers magnificent churches and temples. |
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| | | Monday : Bangalore |  | Details
1230 Arrival at Blue Ginger Taj Westend
1300 Check-in formalities
1330 Lunch at Blue Ginger
1430 Departure for sight seeing to Vidhana Soudha, Lal Bagh st.Mark's Cathedral with some spare time for shopping at MG Road
1800 Leave for Yeshwantpur Railway Station by coach
1930 Welcome with garland and Tikka at The Golden Chariot
1930 Bar opens
1930-2200 Dinner
Travel info
Blr-Mys train ride: 3 hrs Arrive in Mysore on Monday late night | | | | Tuesday : Mysore | | Details
0730 Breakfast on Board
0915 Assemble at the Station
0930 Departure for sight seeing to Srirangapatna and Daria Daulat Fort by coach
1400 Lunch at Regaalis
1530 Sight seeing of Chamundi Hills by coach
1630 Sight seeing of Mysore Palace by coach
1800 Tea and Trip to Rangayana Kala Mandir for Cultural Show by 1930 Coach
2015 Bar opens
2015 - 2200 Dinner
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Train remains at Mysore. | | | | Wednesday : Kabini | | Details
0730 Breakfast on Board
0915 Assemble at the Station
0930 Departure for sight seeing to Kabini by coach
1130 Tea / Coffee
1200 Boat ride
1300 Lunch at Kabini
1430 Wildlife movie
1500 Peaceful walk with nature
1630 Jungle safari in jeeps
1830 Back to the resort
1900 Departure to board the The Golden Chariot for dinner by coach
2100 Bar opens
2100 - 2200 Dinner
Travel info
Train remains at Mysore A 2hr bus ride from Mysore to Kabini | | | | Thursday : Hassan | | Details
0640 Leave for Hassan
0730 Breakfast on board
0845 Arrival at Hassan and drive to Halebid by coach
0930 Arrival at Halebid for temple visit
1100 Drive to Belur
1145 Sightseeing of Belur
1245 Drive to The Golden Chariot for lunch on board
1330 Lunch on board
1500 Departure for Shravanabelagola
1845 Drive to The Golden Chariot
1930 Bar opens
1930 - 2200 Dinner
2000 Train departs for Hospet (overnight journey)
Travel info
Mys-Hassan train ride: 2 hrs Train remains at Hassan. 45 min bus ride from Hassan to each destination . | | | | Friday : Hospet | | Details
0600 Arrival at Hospet
0730 Breakfast on board
0900 Departure for Hampi by coach
0945 Arrival at Hampi – Sightseeing Mustard Seed Ganesha, Virupaksha temple, Krishna Bazar, Linga, Queens Bath and the fort.
1200 Drive to The Golden Chariot for lunch
1315 Lunch on board
1445 Drive by coach to Hampi again – Sightseeing of Hazama temple, Lotus fort and elephant stable
1615 Tea / coffee break at KSTDC guest house
1645 Drive to Vittala temple complex
1715 Cultural show at the temple complex
1830 Tea / coffee
1915 Sound and light show inside the temple complex
2000 Drive to The Golden Chariot for dinner
2045 Bar opens
2045 - 2200 Dinner
Travel info
Hassan-Hospet train ride: overnight. Hampi is 45 min bus ride from Hospet. Train remains at Hospet station | | | | Saturday : Gadag (Aihole) Pattadakal Badami | | Details
0600 Train departs for Gadag
0730 Breakfast on board
0800 Arrival at Gadag
0845 Drive by coach to Hotel Badami Court for tea / coffee
1115 Drive to Aihole
1130 Arrival at Aihole for sight seeing
1230 Drive by coach to Pattadakal
1300 Arrival at Pattadakal for sight seeing
1400 Drive to Hotel Badami Court for lunch
1530 Drive to Badami Caves
1715 Drive to Hotel Badami Court for tea / coffee
1730 Arrival at Hotel Badami Court
1815 Depart to The Golden Chariot
2000 Train departs for Goa
2045 Bar opens
2045 - 2200 Dinner
Travel info
Train is stationed at Gadag. Hospet-Gadag train ride: 2 hrs. Badami is 2hrs bus ride from Gadag. | | | | Sunday : Goa | | Details
0430 Arrival at Vasco Railway Station
0730 Breakfast on board
0900 Drive to Candolim beach by coach at The Taj Holiday Village
1045 - 1230 Arrival at the beach, sun bathe and relax on the beach
1230 Lunch at Caravela – Taj Holiday Village
1545 Sight seeing of Old Goa churches and Museum
1730 Drive to Solas De Colacos
1800 Visit an old Portuguese house and have tea / coffee break
1900 Drive back by coach through Miramar beach and Panjim City
2000 Reach the station to board The Golden Chariot and depart for Bangalore
2000 Bar opens
2000 - 2200 Dinner
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Gadag – Goa train ride: Overnight Train leaves for Bangalore at night | | | | Monday : Bangalore | | Details
0730 Breakfast on board
1200 Arrival at Bangalore
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Goa-Bangalore train ride: Overnight |
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