The Golden Chariot - Discover the refinement of luxury train experience

The Golden Chariot bills itself as the most luxurious train in South India and one of the best luxury trains in India. The train gets its name from the famous Stone Chariot at historic Hampi - one of the world heritage sites. The train was started in early 2008. The journey is an enthralling blend of spectacularly virgin nature, exquisite wildlife, nostalgic heritage and lively beach experience. The weeklong sojourn begins from Bangalore and concludes at legendary Goa covering Mysore, Kabini, Badami, Pattadakal and many more sites of interest.
Features

There are eleven coaches of the Golden Chariot each gets its name from the dynasties that reigned over Karnataka: Kadamba, Hoysala, Rastrakota, Ganga, Chalukya, Bhahamani, Adhilshahi, Sangama, Shathavashna, Yudukula and Vijayanagar. With two restaurants, lounge bar, gym, spa as also the business facilities, the train offers all opulence imaginable on wheels. The interiors are done in style reminiscent of the historic past of the state of Karnataka. The Madira Lounge showcases the work of best artists of the state.
Itinerary

The train departs from Bangalore every Monday winding its way through Mysore visiting bird sanctuary, Chamundi hill, Srirangapatna and Mysore Palace; Kabini visiting Rajiv Gandhi National Park at Nagarhole; Hassan visiting Shravanbelagola the home to Asia's largest monolithic statue Lord Gomteswara and Belur and Halebid other sites of historical interest; Hospet, Gadag and finally entering into the silvery sunny beaches of Goa.
The journey lasts for seven days and eight nights but it is also possible to travel for the shorter duration such as Hassan to Bangalore and Hospet to Bangalore. The luxury train runs all through the year even during the monsoon.
Cost

The journey on the Golden Chariot costs USD 485 based on single occupancy per person per night and USD 350 based on double occupancy per night. The total for seven nights costs USD 3395 and USD 2450 per person for single and double sharing, respectively.
Reservation

The reservation for the train is open all year round and can be made through KSTD's website.
Explore the opulence and richness of South India's best sights of interest with five star comforts. There's no better way than the Golden Chariot. Bon voyage!