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Glimpses of Karnataka Luxury Journey

Glimpses of Karnataka

Get ready to eye a spectacular exposure to Karnataka's rich heritage. It takes you from Royal Mysore to beautiful architecture and lively local tradit...

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Pride of Karnataka

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Jewels of South

This elite journey gets you on an exploration of Southern India's heritage, spirituality, and natural beauty. Walk through temples, royal residences,...

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Chronicles of the Trails

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01
Day 1 - Bengaluru to Nanjangud

Bengaluru to Nanjangud

  • The cordial welcome at Yesvantpur Railway Station at about 8:30 a.m.
  • Departs YPR in the morning at 09:45.
  • As the train arrives in Nanjangud at 1:30 p.m., lunch is served on board
  • Move to Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary at 2:45 p.m. (an hour and 30 minutes drive).
  • Evening wildlife Safari (04:30 hours to 06:30 hours).
  • Return to the train by 8:15 p.m. and have dinner onboard as the train proceeds to Mysore.
  • Overnight on the train at Mysore

02
Day 2 - Mysore

Mysore

  • Breakfast on the train.
  • Go for the sightseeing tour of Mysore Palace
  • Return to train for the lunch
  • In the evening, you can visit Srirangapatna (optional)
  • Dinner will be served on board.

03
Day 3 - Hospet

Hospet

  • Breakfast onboard.
  • Visit Hampi's ruins.
  • Return to the train for lunch onboard.
  • The evening is at leisure.
  • Dinner on board
  • The train proceeds to Bengaluru.

04
Day 4 - Bengaluru

Bengaluru

  • Enjoy breakfast.
  • Reach Yeshwantpur Railway station as this magical journey ends in Bangalore.

01
Day 1 - Bengaluru to Nanjangud

Bengaluru to Nanjangud

  • The cordial welcome at Yesvantpur Railway Station at about 8:30 a.m.
  • Departs YPR in the morning at 09:45.
  • As the train arrives in Nanjangud at 1:30 p.m., lunch is served on board
  • Move to Bandipur Wildlife Sanctuary at 2:45 p.m. (an hour and 30 minutes drive).
  • Evening wildlife Safari (04:30 hours to 06:30 hours).
  • Return to the train by 8:15 p.m. and have dinner onboard as the train proceeds to Mysore.
  • overnight on the train at Mysore

02
Day 2 - Mysore

Mysore

  • Breakfast on the train.
  • Go for the sightseeing tour of Mysore Palace
  • Return to train for the lunch
  • In the evening, you can visit Srirangapatna (optional)
  • Dinner will be served on board.

03
Day 3 - Halebid and Chikamgaluru

Halebid and Chikamgaluru

  • Breakfast will be served on the train
  • Arrival at Banavara Railway Station
  • Visit the tour of Halebidu from Banavar Rly Station.
  • Return to the train. After the sightseeing tour of Halebidu.
  • The train leaves for Chikmagalur.
  • Lunch will be served.
  • Deboard the Golden Chariot. Visit for the plantation tour, followed by a coffee tasting and dinner.
  • Back to the Golden Chariot train.

04
Day 4 - Hospet

Hospet

  • Breakfast onboard.
  • Visit Hampi's ruins.
  • Return to the train for lunch onboard.
  • The evening is at leisure.
  • Dinner on board
  • The train proceeds to Goa.

05
Day 5 - Goa

Goa


  • The Train reached Goa
  • Breakfast will be served in the Golden Chariot.
  • Proceed for the sightseeing tour of the Churches of North
  • Goa and Museum.
  • Return to the Train and have lunch on board.
  • Deboard the Train to enjoy the Bollywood Evening
  • Have dinner at the resort or hotel.
  • Back to the Golden Chariot, and soon the Train leaves for Bangalore.
  • Dinner will be served.
  • The Train will leave for Bengaluru.

06
Day 6 - Bengaluru

Bengaluru

As you amass different moments of the journey to create your fairytale, you will receive a warm farewell from the Golden Chariot team in Bangalore.

  • Breakfast is served.
  • Reach Yeshwantpur Railway Station and bid adieu to this magical journey.

01
Day 1 - Bengaluru to Mysore

Bengaluru to Mysore

  • Receive a warm welcome at Yesvantpur Railway Station at around 8:30 a.m.
  • Complete registration and briefing sessions on the train.
  • Enjoy lunch onboard.
  • Deboard the train at Mysore.
  • Visit Mysore Palace at around 3:00 p.m.
  • After the excursion, return to the train.
  • Complete your dinner on board.
  • Continue an overnight journey to reach Hampi.

02
Day 2 - Kanchipuram-Mahabalipuram

Kanchipuram-Mahabalipuram

  • Breakfast is served onboard as the train arrives at Chengalpattu Railway Station.
  • Kanchipuram optional excursion in the morning.
  • Lunch is served aboard.
  • Visit the monuments in Mahabalipuram.
  • A beachfront hotel for dinner.
  • Return to the train, which then heads to Thanjavur.

03
Day 3 - Thanjavur-Chettinad/Karaikudi

Thanjavur-Chettinad/Karaikudi


  • Onboard breakfast.
  • Deboard at 9:00 a.m.
  • As the train travels to Chettinad, lunch is served onboard.
  • Visit the Athnagudi tile factory and Chettinad mansions.
  • After dinner, board the train once more.
  • The train continues to Cochin.

04
Day 4 - Cochin

Cochin

  • Enjoy your delicious breakfast on board.
  • Explore Mattancherry Palace in Fort Kochi.
  • Witness traditional dance forms of Kerala at an exclusive venue.
  • Return to the train and have your lunch.
  • In the evening, go for an optional visit to Chinese Fishing
  • Nets and St. Francis Church.
  • Complete your dinner on board.
  • Continue an overnight journey to reach Kumarakom.

05
Day 5 - Chertala/Maraikulam

Chertala/Maraikulam

  • Breakfast is served on board.
  • With lunch on a houseboat at a posh location.
  • Back to the train by evening.
  • Onboard dining.

06
Day 6 - Bengaluru

Bengaluru

Bid farewell to your co-passengers and deboard the train as your Jewels of the South tour ends, offering you pure delight for the last 6 days.

  • Enjoy the breakfast.
  • Reach Yeshwanthpur Railway Station as this magical journey ends in Bangalore.


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