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Pride of the South - Golden Chariot Luxury Train India
Bangalore | Kabini | Mysore | Hassan | Hospet | Badami | Goa
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The Golden Chariot offers an attractive sojourn across Karnataka, aptly christened as the Pride of the South. Commencing on Monday from Bangalore and concluding back in Bangalore, the following Monday, the Pride of the South tour offers to its visitors an 8 day itinerary of pure fun. Capture the essence of Karnataka through this journey and carry back fond memories to remember for long. The itinerary for the luxury travel has been given below. The day-wise program will help you to plan your schedule in a hassle free manner.
Day-by-day itinerary:
Day 1 - Bangalore
Day 2 - Kabini/ Bandipur
Day 3 - Mysore
Day 4 - Hassan
Day 5 - Hospet
Day 6 - Badami
Day 7 - Goa
Day 8 - Bangalore (return)
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The Golden Chariot ensures one that a travel by this train is definitely ones' best sojourn. Reiterating this fact are the many amenities that have been designed in the most impeccable way to offer the best to its guests. A blend of luxury travel and traditional hospitality in the most authentic setting await to lure the guest. Browse through this page for a complete roundup of the information about the facilities on board the Golden Chariot.
Accommodation facilities on the Golden Chariot
The Golden Chariot has been equipped with the most stylish and comfortable coaches to offer the guests a true delight. Pleasures of enjoying a luxury travel journey are enhanced in the 19-cabin coaches, each of which has been named after the royal dynasties of Karnataka. Hoysala, Rastrakota, Chalukya, Ganga and also Kadamba are a few to name in the order. Out of the various facilities on the Golden Chariot, the most significant ones are as below:
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Wi-Fi system
- LCD television
- DVD with satellite television
- Vanity / Writing Desk
- Attached bathrooms with range of toiletries
- 26 twin beds with architecture depicting the designing sentiments of the state
Above all, the cozy interiors surely make the weary traveler feel like on heaven!
Dining facilities on the Golden Chariot
The two restaurants, Nala and Ruchi offer some very interesting gastronomic delights to food lovers. Be it vegetarian or non- vegetarian food, the onboard dining experience will surely take you by surprise. The interiors of the restaurants are in complete sync with the interiors of the Golden Chariot and the thematic interiors complement the tasty food served here. Besides the restaurant, one can also spend some quiet time to oneself in the Madira Bar that serves exotic drinks!
Recreational facilities on the Golden Chariot
That is not all with the facilities on the Golden Chariot. One can also take part in a few more recreational amenities housed within the Golden Chariot. Equipped with a Gym coach and an Ayurveda Spa center, this luxury train travel will ensure that you keep a check on your health issues even while traveling and holidaying.
Business facilities on the Golden Chariot
And if you thought that the Golden Chariot is only about fun.. think again. Yes! It also facilitates for some serious business endeavors and offers a conference coach that accommodates up to 30 people at a time. The train is also well set with a high-speed internet zone as well as LCD TV.
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| | | Day 1 - Bangalore |  | On your arrival in Bangalore, you can check in at the hotel Taj West End. Take delight in the high tea, especially organized for you while you will be introduced to the Golden Chariot - Pride of the South journey that waits to begin. Later you can enjoy a short trip across the Chitakala Parishad and an exclusive cultural show.
By 2000 hours you will assemble at the Yeshwantpur Railway Station where a traditional welcome later by the staff of the luxury train, you will be ushered to your cabins. Very soon you will travel out of Bangalore and towards the first destination, Mysore.
Dinner and overnight stay onboard.
There is an alternate plan too waiting to be picked, depending on your choice and preference.
On your arrival in the city of Bangalore you could check in at the Our Native Village, a 100% eco resort where you can savor a sumptuous lunch before being briefed on about the Pride of the South sojourn aboard the Golden Chariot. Later you can tour across the resort and explore the in house organic farms of the resort besides also being a spectator to a specially organized cultural extravaganza. While here, you could also taste a slice of the rural lifestyle of the place. By 2000 hours you will leave for the Yeshwantpur Railway Station where you will be welcomed traditionally before the journey began.
Dinner will be served aboard the train.
| | | | Day 2 - Kabini/ Bandipur | | On the 2nd day of the sojourn, you will get a chance to visit the wildlife environs of Kabini/Bandipur. On your arrival in Kabini, you can relish a sumptuous lunch at the jungle lodge besides also enjoying a jungle safari across the national park.
Dinner and overnight stay in the jungle lodge.
| | | | Day 3 - Mysore | | Today you will depart for Mysore, the land of the fascinating palaces and gardens. Post-breakfast you will leave for Mysore on the way savoring a lavish lunch experience. On arrival in the city you will embark on half a day excursion across Mysore and visit attractions such as Mysore Palace and Srirangapatnam. In the evening you will arrive at the beautiful Lalitha Mahal where you will take delight in a cultural performance while dinner is served.
Later, board the Golden Chariot to resume your journey.
| | | | Day 4 - Hassan | | In the morning of the 4th day, you will depart for Hassan, the base from where you will travel to renowned pilgrimage sites such as Shravanabelagola* and Belur as well as visit the attractions of Halebid. Post your visit to Shravanabelagola you will return to the luxury train for lunch and later leave for Halebid and Belur.
In the evening you will continue your journey to Hospet.
Dinner and overnight stay aboard the train.
*Guests traveling to Shravanabelagola should be prepared to climb the 700 steps that lead one to the main sanctum sanctorum. Palanquins are available (at no extra cost) for guests unable to climb the flight of steps. Guests may even opt to stay back in the train and explore its amenities if one is not comfortable to undertake the journey to Shravanabelagola.
| | | | Day 5 - Hospet | | Post-breakfast aboard the train, guests of the Pride of the South sojourn can depart to explore the attractions of Hampi. Major sites housed here include names of the local crafts bazaar, the Virupaksha temple, Queen’s Bath, and the Elephants Stables.
You will return to the train for lunch and some moments of leisure before you will leave for visiting the remaining attractions of the place; Royal Enclosure and the Hazara Rama Temple are a few of them to be named. Complete the day with a visit to the Vittala temple that is illuminated at night.
Guests of the Pride of the South will return to the train for dinner and overnight stay. | | | | Day 6 - Badami | | Early morning on the 6th day of the sojourn you will travel to Badami. Badami Caves and Pattadakal are the foremost attractions to visit here.
In the afternoon you will return to the train for lunch and to travel down to Goa.
Explore the amenities of the train for the rest of the day and feast on the natural beauty of the landscapes that pass you by.
Dinner and overnight stay aboard the train.
| | | | Day 7 - Goa | | After breakfast you will embark on excursion across the city. Visit the churches of Old Goa, an Old Portuguese house – Sola Maior, and the markets of Goa on this day. Arrive at the Majorda Beach Resort for lunch. You may enjoy swimming in the in house pool of the hotel or take delight in an Ayurvedic massage session. A visit to the in house casino will more than complete your day. (Casino and Ayurvedic massages are chargeable).
| | | | Day 8 - Bangalore (return) | | You can enjoy your breakfast aboard the train before it will arrive in the Yeshwantpur Railway Station, Bangalore. On your arrival in the city by 1100 hours you will be given a warm farewell to mark the end of the Pride of the South sojourn.
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The Golden Chariot - Pride of the South April 2011 - March 2012 | Occupancy Type | Prices (Per person per night) | Total (7 Nights) | | Single occupancy | USD 685 | USD 4795 | | Double occupancy | USD 495 | USD 3465 | | Triple occupancy | USD 400 | USD 2800 |
The Golden Chariot Tariff also mentions a few more details that can be handy information for you. They have been mentioned below: - Half fare for children between 5 and 12 years.
- The tariff includes accommodation on board, the meals, the sightseeing trips, the entrance fees (while entering monuments, parks, palaces and other sightseeing locations)
- It does not comprise of tips, phone calls, camera fees in the sightseeing locations, SPA car and Business car facilities, liquor as well as laundry
- Christmas and New Year being the peak holiday season calls for a 10% surcharge levied on all departures.
- As per the Govt. of India norms, Service Tax @ 2.575% is levied on the prevalent tariff.
The reservation as well as cancellation policies as mentioned in the Golden Chariot 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 entire amount will be treated as forfeited incase of non-arrival of the guest. Incase the tour is terminated by the guest, the amount for the untraveled portion would be considered as forfeited without any scope for further refunds and adjustments. Incase of natural disasters or serious health issues, amendment maybe possible subject to availability as well as merit. |
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The Golden Chariot - Pride of the South April 2011 - March 2012 | Occupancy Type | Prices (Per person per night) | Total (7 Nights) | | Single occupancy | USD 685 | USD 4795 | | Double occupancy | USD 495 | USD 3465 | | Triple occupancy | USD 400 | USD 2800 |
The Golden Chariot Tariff also mentions a few more details that can be handy information for you. They have been mentioned below: - Half fare for children between 5 and 12 years.
- The tariff includes accommodation on board, the meals, the sightseeing trips, the entrance fees (while entering monuments, parks, palaces and other sightseeing locations)
- It does not comprise of tips, phone calls, camera fees in the sightseeing locations, SPA car and Business car facilities, liquor as well as laundry
- Christmas and New Year being the peak holiday season calls for a 10% surcharge levied on all departures.
- As per the Govt. of India norms, Service Tax @ 2.575% is levied on the prevalent tariff.
The reservation as well as cancellation policies as mentioned in the Golden Chariot 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 entire amount will be treated as forfeited incase of non-arrival of the guest. Incase the tour is terminated by the guest, the amount for the untraveled portion would be considered as forfeited without any scope for further refunds and adjustments. Incase of natural disasters or serious health issues, amendment maybe possible subject to availability as well as merit. |
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Note:- Above rates are not valid during long weekends, festive dates. Rates are per person basis.  |
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