The Golden Chariot Train offers you an opportunity to enjoy the archaeological and natural marvels of the states of Karnataka and Goa. You can visit places that speak volumes of the rich cultural legacy of India such as the centuries old monuments and religious sites. This tour also includes the regions where flora and fauna abound. Comfort, lavish décor and world class amenities make this train journey a tourist's favorite. In fact, the Golden Chariot Train journey has been rated as one of the best 7 train journeys around the globe by the magazine, Vanity Fair, United Kingdom.

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The eleven luxurious coaches are well furnished and air conditioned. The décor comprises architectural carvings inspired by the work of art manifested in the 12th century Hosalya Temple. The coaches are interconnected and there are as many as 44 cabins that are air conditioned. The train has double bedded cabins (17), twin bedded cabins (26) and one cabin only for the disabled (physically challenged).
Each cabin assures a comfortable stay and is equipped with a wardrobe, LCD television, vanity desk, private washroom with toiletries, and electric sockets for rechargeable batteries.

Facilities on board Golden Chariot

The train offers a wide range of services and facilities and they include:

• Two dining coaches- The decoration of these coaches are inspired by the Halebid and Hampi temples architecture. The 2 dining cars are known as Nala and Ruchi
• Regardless of the place you are, if you can steal few moments from your busy schedule for a fitness regime, it really pays off. So, even as you are enjoying the scenes from the train, spending sometime at the spa and gymnasium is sure to help you unwind and relax. The 2 massage rooms offer ayurvedic and traditional massage therapies.
• Bar-on Board - The Bar Lounge is called Madira. The décor resembles Mysore Palace.

Golden Chariot Train Tour Itinerary

Given below is the daily tour itinerary of the Golden Chariot Train. The daily programs will remain unchanged unless otherwise changes occur to adjust to local logistics. The Golden Chariot Daily tour lasts for 8 days and covers the following places.


The Golden Chariot offers another tour package. The name of this package is Southern Splendour Golden Chariot Tour. The tour covers places like Bangalore, Mamallapuram, Chennai, Pondicherry, Auroville, Tanjavur, Madurai, Kovalam, Trivandrum, Kanyakumari, Kochi, and Kerala Backwaters.