The Golden Chariot Luxury Train Guide

Golden Chariot is the luxury train of Karnataka.Its way though the state of Karnataka. You'll travel through the night to different locations, and have the day to explore them.The train allows the travelers having a memorable India tour indulging into luxuries

Golden Chariot Route:

The Golden Chariot has two routes: "The Pride of the South" runs through Karnataka, while the "Southern Splendor" is an expanded route that incorporates Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

Luxurious Facilities Available In Golden Chariot

The Golden Chariot Train is equipped with various kinds if modern amenities to satisfy the tastes of both National and International guests. Each coach of this train are given the name of the former ruling dynasties of Karnataka state.

Every suite in this train is decorated in such a way that they provides the glimpses of royal lifestyle. Chambers are bedecked with intricate carving on the ceilings. Even the train has fully A/C cabins, vanity/writing desk, 26 twin beds, 17 double bed cabins and 1 cabin for physically challenged. Every cabin is fitted with LCD television, DVD player, Wi-fi, Wardrobe and attached bathroom with luxurious accessories.

IMPORTANT :
The Golden Chariot Train is jointly owned by Indian Railways & State Tourism Dept. Of Karnataka & onboard/off board services are managed by Maple Group of Hotels Liability of Lawrence Travels & Tours Pvt. Ltd is restricted to that of booking agent only & not of principal Train Tour operator company All overseas guests are advised to self contact nearest Indian Consulates, at least 3 weeks before boarding flight to India for completing VISA Formalities Golden Chariot Train tour will operate subject to minimum 25 paid passengers Liability of Train Tour Company is restricted to that defined under Indian Railways Act All foreign passport holders are advised to pre purchase Tour Insurance from country of origin of travel

Golden Chariot Tour With Kabini: Call Of The Jungle

For the travelers, wanting to explore the natural and architectural richness of South India, the Golden Chariot is one of the simplest and luxurious ways to travel around. This is one of the successful luxury trains of India running on two different routes covering different destinations of South India. This train is a thriving joint initiative of KSTDC (Karnataka State Tourism and Development Corporation) and IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation). 

The train gets its name from the very popular Stone Chariot in Hampi. During the initial years, the luxury train started earning accolades for introducing contemporary refinement and traditional Indian hospitality. The train is also recognized amidst the World’s 7 best luxury train journeys by Vanity Fair Magazine.

Pride Of The South:

This is one of the journeys offered by the Golden Chariot. The destinations of this journey are tastefully selected. Thus, the guests onboard are provided with the glimpses of wildlife, heritage cultural heritage of India that also reflects the richness of Dravidian culture in the South.

·         Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days

·         Destinations: Bangalore - Kabini - Srirangapatnam - Mysore - Shravanabelagola - Belur - Halebid - Hampi - Badami - Pattadakal - Goa

Kabini: Call Of The Jungle

Kabini is one of the major destinations included in the journey of Pride Of The South - Golden Chariot. The Day 2 is dedicated for excursion in Kabini, and explore the exotic wildlife of Kabini/Bandipur. Kabini is situated at a distance of 80 km from Mysore and is popular for abundant in wildlife variety. The guests onboard reach Kabini early in the morning and detrain to reach the jungle lodge. After taking rest for some time, the guests could enjoy jungle safari all around the national park. Thereafter the guests return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Kabini Wildlife Sanctuary

The Kabini Wildlife Sanctuary is popular for providing shelter to the huge population of birds, deer and elephants. For wildlife lovers, this is probably the best destination to explore. Erstwhile, this destination was the popular hunting spot for the Royals of Mysore. Nagarholre is also worth visiting tourist attraction near Kabini.

The Golden Charitor makes an excursion to Kabini Wildlife Sanctuary possible in the most lavish way. Thus, guests could spot various animals and birds in their natural habitat and performing their normal activities. Kabini Wildlife Sanctuary is also a paradise for bird lovers as they could spot multicolored and beautiful native as well as migratory birds.

The guests willing to explore the Kabini and rich wildlife, it is suggested to book the tickets today. As the Golden Chariot is one of the world’s acclaimed trains, there are guests from all across the globe booking the tickets.  

You may make the online bookings or contact tour operators and agents who are involved in providing confirmed booking of the tickets. The schedule of this Indian luxury train journey is already out and you

may check the dates accordingly and make the bookings today to avoid last minute disappointment.

Contributed by:- Neelam Talreja