The Golden Chariot Train

The Golden Chariot luxury train takes you on two types of tours. This train features the attractions in South India. This train is an initiative of the Karnataka Government. This train tour would take you to many attractions like heritage sites, wildlife attraction, sightseeing and others in the states like Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka.

Overview

This train has many high end services and amenities like air conditioner, free internet, television, attached bathroom, two restaurant cars with bar, spa and a guest lounge. The décor of the saloons are inspired from the traditional architecture of Mysore. This tour would take you to various attractions as you relax in the lap of luxury. This tour is for seven nights and eight days. You would be enjoying destinations like Bangalore, Pondicherry, Chennai, Madurai, Tanjore, Thiruvandrum, Alleppey, Kochi and Bangalore. The best season to go on this tour is between October to April. The total distance of this tour is 1,888 km.



  • Tour-Duration

    7 Nights / 8 Days

  • Destination Covered Bangalore - Mysore - Kabini - Hassan- Hospet - Hampi- Badami- Goa

  • Season

    Oct to Apr

  • Distance Covered

    1,888 kms approx

About the Train

Cabin

There are 19 cabins in this train which includes 11 guest coaches. Each coach in named after an era of South India and the cabin is designed in the décor of that particular era. Intricate design, antique upholstery and modern amenities can be found in each cabin. Each cabin has a satellite TV, upholstery, air conditioner, attached bathroom, padded beds, writing desk and others.

Dining

There are two coaches that are dedicated to restaurants namely the Nala and Ruchi. These restaurants have aesthetic design and tasty cuisine of Indian subcontinent and also international cuisines. Apart from a long menu, guests can order any dish that they prefer to have. Each restaurant has a full functioning bar with various international and Indian branded alcohols. You would also enjoy some cultural performances onboard. There is a gym, Ayurvedic spa and a guest lounge in the train.