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Deccan Odyssey
Despite of Maharashtra being the prehistoric architectural wonders having Ajanta caves and Ellora caves there are is also much more in the history opulence as well as culture of Maharashtra that can be seen in this wonderful area. Deccan Queen plays an important role in exploring the wonderful land of Maharashtra as well as Goa. This royal train is out of the best luxurious trains of the world, even you can compare it with the Orient Express train of Europe as well as the Blue train in South Africa, that are one of the class trains of the world.
The Deccan Odyssey has been made under the joint venture of the Indian Railways as well as the Tourism Development Corporation of Maharashtra. This train consists of about eleven passenger carriages, about two presidential suite cars, one coach of conference car, two restaurant cars, one spa car, one bar coach along with one coach of staff. 4 coupes have been provided in the passenger cars and each coupe can accommodate 8 passengers. There are 4 presidential suits, each car have 2 suits. The major facilities that are present in this train are intercom, TV, superb interiors, attached baths, wardrobes, foreign exchange facility, channel music, medical facilities along with doctor etc.
By the ride of Deccan Odyssey one can enjoy the best views of the state of Maharashtra like the awesome beauty of the coast of Konkan, the wild life, the culture and art, its art and culture, local culture and legacy along with the cuisine. The luxurious ride of this train explores the wonderful whispering valleys, lush green forests, beautiful tunnels with echo effects as well as the urban landscape. This train provides the views of varied colors of Goa and Maharashtra. The journey of this train is for about a week and starts from Mumbai that is the capital of this state as well as the financial center of India. This train covers the areas of Sindhudurg, Goa, Tarkarli, Vasco, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Nashik and the caves of Ajanta and Ellora.
One must travel by this luxurious train that provides the journey that can be considered more exciting than reaching to the destination. Traveling by royal odyssey is another experience that provides more cordial, more grand and stylish way of traveling.
Facilities
The Deccan Odyssey of India can be compared to the stylish, luxurious train of Europe named Venice Simplon-Orient Express. Giving any description about this train can be an understatement. This train provides the real taste of lavishness to the passengers. There is the lowdown of various facilities that are provided for the passengers boarding Deccan Odyssey.
Accommodation
The Odyssey train envelope 11 deluxe saloons that are fully air-conditioned and has been provided by four two bedded cabins in each saloon. These cabins are so luxurious enveloped with the music that is channel piped, carpets on wall to wall, MP3/CD players, attached baths, facility of intercom, hot and cold water and much more. For the pleasure of the Guests a wine bottle is being provided in all the compartments of Deccan Odyssey.
Dining
There are two cars of restaurant in this train named as Peshwa I and the other one is Peshwa II. These restaurants provide almost all kinds of food like Indian, Chinese, Goan and the Continental dishes as well. The more stress is being given on the Maharashtrian dishes. The mode of preparing food is very hygienic and the cooking staff uses the best ingredients for the preparations.
The passengers are provided by the mineral water throughout there whole journey.
Bar
The bar of this train is very well maintained that provides almost all kinds of wines including the international brands also. The passengers of Deccan Odyssey this train are also being provided by a complimentary bottle of wine in all the guest rooms.
Health
Regarding the health purpose this train has been provided with the fitness center for the health conscious people and also the facility of body massage in Ayurvedic form along with steam bath. The passengers can workout as well as revitalize their bodies and minds.
Conference
Deccan Odyssey does not only provide the luxury and leisure, it is also the train that is meant for the business purpose as well. The conference amenities have also been provided over this train for conducting business seminars and conferences during the journey.
Shopping
Deccan Odyssey also has the scope for shopping as it provides the special souvenirs and various kinds of handicraft items that the passengers can buy onboard. The catalogue of the handicrafts items of Maharashtra can also be bought on board.
Other Specifics
- The guests are being provided by an arrival kit as complimentary that contains information brochures, stationery items, cards etc. The passengers can also demand extra items also as they like. The guest are being provided by and attendant who always remains at the service of guests.
- Certain guests who are handicapped or physically challenged are being provided by the special assistance like crèches, special attendant and wheel chairs.
- To treasure and revive the special moments experienced during the journey there is the provision of taking group photograph of the passengers of this train and that photograph is being provided to all the guests after the journey ends.
- This train has been provided a lounge on every saloon for the purpose of relaxation of guests, reading books and for viewing the outer sceneries. Library facility has also been provided on this train.
- The luggage of all the passengers is being carried by the train staff to their respective saloon. They don’t have to bother about the transfer of their luggage.
- This train is also being provides by a mailbox onboard so that the mails can be delivered efficiently onboard.
- The first aid facility is also available 24 hours on board and the doctor is available over the next station.
- With the cup of tea in the morning the guests are being provided by all the major newspapers and the periodicals.
- The best Safety measures are being provided on this train for all the guests as well as their luggage.
- For the guest who are in habit to smoke are being provided special areas where they can enjoy smoking.
- On the special request of the guests this train also provides the vast collection of MP3 and CDs.
- All the guest are being provided by the packed mineral water bottles on board, in saloons, coaches, restaurants and during the sightseeing period on complimentary bases.
- After the end of the journey the staff of this train provides the assistance for the travel arrangements.
- The voltage that is available onboard is 110/230 V.
- The seats on this train can be booked either by online booking or through the travel agents.
- Regarding the needs and requirements of the passengers an attendant is being provided who is always at the disposal of the guests to help.
- For the purpose of the safety of the valuable items of the guests there is the provision of an electronic safe in every cabin. If any passenger forgets his code than in that case he has to contact the General Manager of this train.
Tour Itinerary
Duration : 7 Nights / 8 Days
Destinations Covered : Mumbai >> Sindhudurg >> Goa >> Vasco >> Kolhapur >> Ellora Caves >> Ajanta Caves and Nashik >> Mumbai (Return)
Departure Day : Wednesday
Destinations
- Mumbai- The famous places to visit are Elephanta caves, Victoria Terminus, Prince of Wales Museum, Gateway of India, and Old Colonial-era buildings.
- Sindhudurg- As during the Shivaji ruling, this fort of Sindhudurg bears the Marathas chivalry and valor.
- Goa- Goa is full of life having beaches. With the beautiful scenes and surroundings, for every visitor who is a nature lover, Goa is the first option.
- Kolhapur- There were lots of places of attraction for the visitors like mahalaxmi Temple, Shalini Palace, and lake of Rankala.
- Aurangabad- This city also has various places to visit like Panchakki that is water mill, Bibi ka Maqbara-Aurungzeb’s wife tomb, underground channel, Daulatabad Fort, Khuldabad,and sites of Ellora caves that comes under heritage site according to the UNESCO.
- Nashik- Lots of places to visit in Nashik like a natural fall near Gangapur that is named Dudhsagar fall, Gangapur Dam, Pandav caves, Numismatic museum, vineyards, and bird sanctuary.
Tariff
For the depart of 2012-13, peak season cost of Deccan Odyssey (per person per night)
Occupancy | Lean Season April | Peak Season October to March |
Deluxe Cabin | ||
Single Occupancy | Rs. 16590.00 | Rs. 20370.00 |
Double occupancy | Rs. 12390.00 | Rs. 14700.00 |
Triple occupancy | Rs. 10080.00 | Rs. 11970.00 |
Presidential Suite | ||
Single Occupancy | Rs. 31500.00 | Rs. 39900.00 |
Double occupancy | Rs. 23100.00 | Rs. 29400.00 |
Presidential Suite-Extra Occupancy | Rs. 10080.00 | Rs.11970.00 |
Terms and Conditions
- Children will be admiring guest below 5 years without having bed. Children of about 5 to 12 age will get half fare.
- For the New Year and Christmas Eve, the extra surcharge will be 10%.
- Above tariff, minimum of about 2 nights will be given. The segments of Goa to Mumbai that include 5 nights and from Mumbai to Goa that include 2 nights according to the availability will be sold. The person will be charge for 130 USD extra if there will be Goa and Mumbai day program.
- On gross value of ticket, there will be tax service @ 3.09% that will be charged.
Inclusions
- This tariff includes all the facilities like entrance fee for parks, palaces, monuments, boat ride, and cultural programs, travel, sightseeing, and catering.
- There are few things like personal nature items, liquor, laundry, fees of video cameras that are not included in the tariff.
Booking Policy
- There will be advance deposition of 20% for sure.
- Just 30 days before the departure, the balance payment will be done.
Cancellation Policy
The charges for cancellation will be as follows:
- To the central Reservation division at Mumbai Head Office, the cancellation should be notified via Email or Fax. One can also post the letter with the mentioned address just to confirm the cancellation.
- As through the refund or adjustments, there will be no interruptions on the tour commencement.
- The ticket value will be 5% if the cancellation of ticket within 60 days before the departure.
- The ticket value will be 20% if cancellation will be within 30-59 days before the departure.
- The ticket value will be 50% if the cancellation will be within 15-29 days before the departure.
- If there is cancellation of booking within less of 14 days, then ticket value will be 100% before the departure.
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