Golden Chariot Train

A luxury Hotel on Wheels
It is a luxury hotel on wheels where the discerning traveler will be seeing several cities in seven days and will get a flavour 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.
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The Golden Chariot Train Tour
Traverse 1600 years of history & culture in 7 nights / 8 days

Day	Destination	Details
Day 1	Bangalore	1230	Arrival at The Leela Kempenski Hotel
		1300	Check in at The Leela Kempenski Hotel for The Golden Chariot
		1330	Lunch at The Leela Kempenski Hotel
		1500	Departure from The Leela Kempenski Hotel
		1500-1630	Visit Tipu's Palace
		1630-1730	Cleanse your spirit at Bull Temple
		1730-184	Get a glimpse of nature at Lal Bagh
		1845-2000	Drive to Yeshwanthpur Station
		2000-2030	Welcome on board The Golden Chariot
		2100	Departure to Mysore / Dinner on Board
Day 2	Mysore	0930-1130	Experience your drive to the Jungle Resorts
		1130- 1200	High Tea Service
		1200-1330	Take a peaceful walk with nature and relax over a Boat Safari
		1330- 1500	Relax at the Kabini Resort with lunch
		1500-1600	Watch a Wildlife Movie
		1830-2030	Experience the exciting Jeep Safari
		1930	Dinner at Kabini Resort Over night stay & Breakfast at Kabini Resort
		0830	Depature to Mysore
	Alternate Tour (Mysore)	0930-1130	Visit to Ranghanathittu Bird Sanctuary
		1130-1330	Visit to Zoological Gardens
		1330-1500	Lunch on board
		1700-2000	Visit to Brindavan Gardens
Day 3	Mysore	Tour 1	Srirangapatna
		1100	Departure to Srirangapatna
		1130- 1230	Feast your eyes on the Daria Daulat Fort
		1515-1545	Lunch at Hotel Regaalis, Mysore
		Tour 2	Mysore Palace
		1500-1600	Visit the Palace and ride on Elephants
		Tour 3	Chamundi Hills
		1600-1730	Pay a visit to the Nandi Bull
		1300-1500	Experience the Rangayana Cultural Show Drive back to The Golden Chariot / Dinner on Board
Day 4	Hassan	0600-0840	Relax on your journey to Hassan
		Tour 1	Belur & Halebid
		0900-0930	Drive into Halebid
		0930-1030	Experience Halebid on a tour
		1930-2130	Drive into Belur
		1100- 1230	Experience Belur on a tour
		1300-1500	Lunch on board
		Tour 2	Shravanabelagola
		1800-1915	Experience your drive to Shravanabelagola
		1630-1730	Climb the Magnificent Indragiri Hill & Experience peace at the Lord Bahubali Statue
		1730-1800	Tea Service
		1800-1900	Drive back to The Golden Chariot
		1940	Departure to Hospet / Dinner on board
Day 5	Hospet	Tour 1	Hampi Sacred Centre
		0830-1130	Drive and experience the Sacred Centre
		1530-1620	Relax with lunch on The Golden Chariot
		Tour 2	Royal Centre and Vittala Temple Complex
		1500 - 1900	Shop and a Tour of the Craft Bazaar
Day 6	Gadag	0600-0800	Journey to Gadag on The Golden Chariot
		0830-1030	Drive to Hotel Badami Court, Badami
		Tour 1	Aihole and Pattadakal
		1030-1300	Observe and experience on a tour
		1300-1501	Relax with lunch and crafts at Hotel Badami Court
		Tour 2	Badami Caves
		1600-1800	Feast your eyes on the magnificent Caves of Badami
		1800-2000	Drive back to Gadag
		2000	Departure to Vasco
Day 7	Goa	0930-1030	Drive to Candolim Beach
		1030-1130	Enjoy the beach
		1130-1145	Drive to Taj Holiday Village
		1200-1500	Lunch at Taj Holiday Village
		1500-1600	Drive to Old Goa
		1600-1630	Visit Solar De Colasco an Old Portuguese House
		1630-1900	Experience the beautiful Churches on a tour of Old Goa
		2100	Final Journey to Bangalore / Dinner on board
Day 8	Bangalore	1100	Arrival at Yeshwanthpur station…

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.


The Golden Chariot - Tour Tariff
April 2008 to August 2008

Occupancy Type	(Per person per night) (Rs)	Total for 7 nights (per person) (Rs)
Single occupancy	15,800	1,10,600
Double occupancy	11,800	82,600
Triple occupancy	9,600	67,200

Promotional Offer in the following weeks:

• April 28^th to 5^th May, 2008
• May 26^th to 2^nd June, 2008
• June 30^th to 7^th July, 2008
• July 28^th to 4^th August, 2008
• August 25^th to 1^st September, 2008

Occupancy Type	(Per person per night) (Rs)	Total for 7 nights (per person) (Rs)
Single occupancy	13,400	93,800
Double occupancy	10,000	70,000
Triple occupancy	8,200	57,400

1^st September 2008 to March 2009

Occupancy Type	(Per person per night) (Rs)	Total for 7 nights (per person) (Rs)
Single occupancy	19,400	1,35,800
Double occupancy	14,000	98,000
Triple occupancy	11,400	79,800

(Half fare for children between 5 and 12 years)
10% Surcharge shall be levied on departures during Christmas / New Year. Service Tax @ 3.09% shall be levied on the prevalent tariff of The Golden Chariot as per Govt. of India norms Above Tariff is Subject to change without notice.

The Tariff includes
Tariff is inclusive of accommodation on board The Golden Chariot/ travel/all meals / Conducted Sight-seeing Tours/ Entrance fees at Monuments / Parks / Palaces and Cultural Programmes.



The Tariff does not includes
Room service, drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls, video camera fees, SPA Car, Business Car Facilities, liquor and other items of personal nature.

Reservation & Cancellation policy

Advance
20% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking. Remaining 80% of ticket value 30 days prior to departure.

Cancellation
5% of the ticket value if cancellation is made until 60 days prior to departure.
20% of the ticket value if cancellation is made between 30-59 days prior to departure.
50% of the ticket value if cancellation is made between 15-29 days prior to departure.
100% of the ticket value if the cancellation is made 14 days prior to departure.

Note: 10% Surcharge shall be levied on departure during Christmas / New Year.


Facilities Offered

• Fully air-conditioned vestibules cabins
• 13 double beds,15 twin beds,15 triple beds and 1 cabin for the physically challenged.
• Every cabin includes LCD TVs with DVD with 6 satellite channel, wardrobe, vanity / writing desk and private bathroom with luxurious amenities and accessories.
• Restaurant Coaches interiors inspired by the timeless aesthetics of Hampi and Halebid with a combination of 4 and 2-seater cover tables.
• Lounge Bar Coach has elegant bar & plush interiors replacing the Mysore Palace aura of royalty and charm.
• Conference Coach with a seating capacity of 25-30 guests with 42" LCD television
• Gym Coach has a fully equipped gymnasium, two massage rooms for rejuvenating experience including Ayurveda massages and high speed internet area.