Golden Chariot Pride of Karnataka

Golden Chariot - Pride of Karnataka

5 Nights

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FLIGHTS:

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Package cost based on accommodation on double / twin-sharing basis (Deluxe cabin). Single occupancy cabin available on request.

Cost includes:

Accommodation in double / twin bedded cabins with en suite bathrooms.
All meals, soft beverages, house brands of Indian wines, beer and spirits.
Butler service.
Guided off train excursions as illustrated in the journeys inclusive of entrance fees, still camera fee, transport and services of a guide.
Complimentary tea, coffee and packaged drinking water on board.
Porterage at stations.
Services of Paramedic On-board.
For guests booked in Deluxe Cabin, the transport would be a Volvo bus/Tempo traveller/Volkswagen crafter with a common English speaking guide depending on the number of pax.

Exclusions:International flights

Any optional tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
Travel Insurance.
Telephone calls, laundry, alcoholic beverages (apart from the house brands of wines, spirits, beer served in the restaurants, bar and of board excursions).
Video, film and professional still camera fees.
Arrival and departure transfers.
International and domestic air tickets.
Any tips & gratuities.
Any other expenses not specifically mentioned to have been included above.

LENGTH: 6 days /5 nights

Departures:

2025-26:

01 November 2025

27 December 2025

24 January 2026

28 Februaru 2026

PRICE: £5828 per person (based on 2 people sharing, single supplement available on request).

2026-27:

24 October 2026

14 November 2026

26 December 2026

2 & 30 January 2026

27 February 2026

13 March 2026

PRICE: £6146 per person (based on 2 people sharing, single supplement available on request).

Travel by Train

The Golden Chariot - Pride of The South train travels through timeless historical heritage sites, resplendent palaces, wildlife areas and golden beaches.

Culture

Visit the temples and palaces in Hampi and Mysore, transporting you to the reigns of medieval kings and emperors.

Beaches

End your journey with a visit to the golden beaches of Goa.

Coffee Plantation

Chikmagalur is famous for its coffee estates, tours a coffee plantation and learn about the coffee-making process, from bean to cup.

Overview

Welcome aboard a fascinating journey through the many worlds of Karnataka. Embark on a luxurious journey of discovery through the Cradle of Stone Architecture. The Golden Chariot - Pride of The South train travels through timeless historical heritage sites, resplendent palaces, wildlife areas and golden beaches. The colourful journey begins every Monday from Bangalore and traverses through Mysore, visiting Srirangapatna, Mysore Palace; the Nagarhole National Park (Kabini) and continuing to the historical sites of Shravanabelagola, Belur-the 11th century cradle of Hoysala architecture and a world heritage site, Halebidu, Hampi and thereafter entering into the triangular heritage site of Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole, and finally the golden beaches of Goa before ending in Bangalore.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 | Arrival / Bangalore - Nanjangud

Upon arrival at Yashwantpur Railway Station Registration and Check in from 08:30 hrs onwards. Morning departure from YPR (09:45 hrs).

Lunch onboard as train arrives into Nanjangud (13:30 hrs).

Proceed to Bandipur Wildlife sanctuary at 14:45 hrs (1 hr 30 minutes drive).

Evening Safari (16:30 hrs to 18:30 hrs).

Return to train by 20:15 hrs. and dinner onboard as train proceeds to Mysore.

Overnight: On the train

Meals: Lunch & dinner

Day 2 | Mysore

Breakfast onboard.

Proceed to visit Mysore Palace, built in 1912 in the Indo-Saracenic style which exudes a grandeur that is unmatched. The Golden Royal Elephant throne, the Durbar Hall, the Kalyana Mandap and the Gallery are the main attractions here.

Return to train for lunch after which optional visit to Srirangapatnam, located 14 km North-East of the Bangalore-Mysore highway, it was once the capital of the warrior-kings Hyder Ali and his son Tipu Sultan.

Dinner onboard as train proceeds to Banavar, watering and fuelling.

Overnight: On the train

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 3 | Halebidu - Chikamgaluru

Breakfast onboard.

Visit Halebidu from Banavar Railway Station.

Lunch onboard as train proceeds to Chikamgaluru.

Evening visit to Coffee Plantation followed by cultural activities and dinner at Chikamgaluru.

Chikmagalur is famous for its coffee estates and offers a variety of tours about the coffee-making process, from bean to cup. Walk through the plantations, and experience different coffee varieties, and the history of coffee in the region. Meet the local coffee growers and learn about their traditional methods of cultivation and harvesting.

Return to train as it proceeds to Hospet

Overnight: On the train

Meal: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 4 | Hospet

Breakfast onboard.

Visit Hampi - Hampi is a small, captivating temple town situated along the banks of the Tungabhadra River. There are many places to Visit in Hampi, which is a gateway to the bygone eras, transporting you to the reigns of medieval kings and emperors. Surrounded by the remains of the historical city of Vijayanagar, Hampi is a treasure-house of ruins, monoliths and boulders.

Return to train for lunch onboard.

Evening free.

Dinner onboard

Train proceeds to GOA.

Overnight: On the train

Meal: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 5 | Goa

Arrive Karmali.

Post breakfast, visit the churches of North Goa. Deboard at 09:00 and return at 12:00 noon.

Lunch onboard as train proceeds to Madgaon.

Evening Gala Dinner activity at a hotel in South Goa

Train proceeds to Bengaluru. (22:30 hrs).