Golden Chariot Brochure

Announcing New Itinerary 2019-20

the train About Golden Chario The Golden Chariot train was commissione Government of India and Ministry of Tourism explore the history and culture of Karnataka The train features 11 guest carriages with 04 13 Double Bed Cabins, 30 Twin Bed Cabins requirements. The two restaurants, Ruchi an with an array of Indian options. Madira, the b Arogya, the Spa cum Health Club combines guests to rejuvenate their mind, body and so requirements also. Itineraries on the Golden Chariot train are itineraries are paced to allow the travelers s relax onboard in the comforts of the train.

ot *The Golden Chariot is owned by Government of Karnataka Features ed in 2008 by Karnataka Tourism in association with Ministry of Railways, • Inclusive tariff m, Government of India to provide the discerning rail travelers, an option to • All meals with mix of Indian and in the luxurious comforts of a specially designed train. International cuisine 4 guest cabins in each with en-suite bathrooms. The guest cabins are a mix of • Complimentary house wines, spirits and 1 Cabin for specially abled, where liveried Valets attend to each guest and beers nd Nalpaka, serve delectable meals from various parts of the world coupled • Sightseeing with entrance fee bar serves choicest wines, beers and spirits. • Services of experienced Tour Director • Excursions in air conditioned buses s traditional Auyrvedic Spa therapies and modern workout machines for the • Choice of optional excursions on oul. A Business Center enables the modern day traveler to attend to business additional payment an eclectic mix of history, culture, nature and tradition of South India. The • Paramedic Onboard soak in the majestic landscape, visit important spots at each destination and • Round-the-clock Valet Service • Ensuite Shower and WC • Television and Infotainment system in all Cabins • Electronics Safe in all Cabins • Mix of Twin & Double Bed Cabins • CCTV cameras, smoke alarms and 24X7 security

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PRIDE OF KARNATAKA (6 Nights/7 Days) Day 1/Sunday (Bengaluru to Bandipur) Day 2/Monday (Mysore) Arrive at Yeshwantpur Railway Station at around After breakfast onboard, proceed to 8:30 AM. Proceed on a fabulous journey at 09:30 AM visit the Mysore Palace. Return to after welcome and registration. Lunch shall be the train for lunch. Visit served onboard. Proceed for a game drive at Srirangapatnam as an optional Bandipur from Nanjangud Town, approx. 50 km excursion. Dinner shall be served from Bandipur. Return to the train for Dinner. onboard. Day 3/Tuesday (Halebidu - Chikamangalur) Day 4/Wednesday (Hampi) After onboard breakfast proceed to After breakfast onboard, proceed to visit the capital visit the Hoyasaleshwara temple at of Vijayanagara kingdom - Hampi. A UNESCO World Halebidu. Enjoy Lunch as the train Heritage site, the ruins at Hampi tell a tale of proceeds to Chikamangaluru. In the opulence and grandeur of the kingdom. Return to evening visit a plantation resort and the train for lunch. In the evning relax onboard or enjoy dinner with cultural activities. visit Anegundi as an Optional Activity. Day 5/Thursday (Badami, Pattadakal and Aihole) Day 6/Friday (Goa) After onboard breakfast relax onboard or proceed After onboard breakfast proceed to on an Optional Tour to Badami Cave Temples. Climb visit the Churches of North Goa. around 200 steps to witness the cave architecture. Return to the train for lunch. In the Return to the train for lunch. After lunch proceed to evening proceed for an exhilirating visit the UNESCO World Heritage of Pattadakal evening of Goan music and dance followed by a visit to Aihole. Return to the train for followed by dinner. Return to the dinner as the train proceeds to Goa. train as it proceeds to Bengaluru. Day 7/Saturday (Bengaluru) *As we shall be visiting a number of sites which require long walks, Breakfast shall be served onboard steep climbs and removal of shoes, it is requested to carry comfortable walking shoes. as the train arrives into Yeshwant- Wherever required, disposable footcovers shall be provided. pur Railway Station at around 11.00 *Itinerary is subject to change based on railway timings, local conditions etc. Please visit AM. Deboard as the journey ends. o cial website www.goldenchariot.org for latest updates.

PRIDE OF KARNATAKA (6 Nights/7 Days) 2019-20 Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal DEPARTURE DATES (Day 5) Hampi Itinerary Pride of Karnataka (Day 4) (approx 2000 km) Goa Month/Day Sunday (Day 6) Mar. 2020 22, 29 Apr. 2020 12 PACKAGE TARIFF Chikmangalur Halebidu ADULT SINGLE SUPPLEMENT (Day 3) (Day 3) Bengaluru Deluxe Cabin USD 4,200 USD 3,150 (Day 1) *Map not to Scale Mysore All prices are in US Dollars | Prices are subject to change in case of any change or amendment (Day 2) in the routing, itineraries, inclusions etc | Rates in Indian Rupee are also available | Government Taxes extra as applicable | For Child Policy, Rates in INR and other details, please refer to our Bandipur website www.goldenchariot.org | Itineraries, destinations, venues and schedules departures are (Day 1) subject to change without prior notice | For latest updates, please visit our website www.gold- enchariot.org | All prices are per person per journey on twin sharing basis | Supplement may apply for Signature Journeys, special occasions such as New Year, Christmas etc. Launching in 2020 - 21 (October 2020 onwards) Jewels of South (6 Nights / 7 Days) Starting in Bengaluru covering Mahabalipuram, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur, Kanyakumari, Alleppey/Kumarakom, Cochin and ending in Bengaluru Glimpses of Karnataka (3 Nights / 4 Days) Starting from Bengaluru covering Bandipur, Mysore, Hampi and ending in Bengaluru Ph.: +91-82879 30030, +91-82879 30197 | Email: [email protected] www.goldenchariot.org | www.irctctourism.com