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Built on the
lines of World Famous- Palace On Wheels; this latest addition to
Maharaja Train Tours of India, will launch it's first commercial
run from 10th March,2008. The Golden Chariot Train is a joint
venture between Indian Railways & Karnataka tourism. The Weekly
Eight days sojourn on the Golden Chariot Train will start from
Silicon Valley of The east,Bangalore, every Monday Evening. The
places covered include visits to Nagarhole Wildlife
Sanctuary(Kabini);Mysore Palace,Vrindavan Gardens, Srirangapatna
Fort; Hosalya temples at Belur & Halebidu ; Jain monolith of Lord
Gomatesvara ;UNESCO World Heritage sites located at
Hampi,Pattadekal & Badami;Goan beaches.
TOUR DETAILS
Day 01 : MON :
Bangalore Depart :
Check in Starts at 1800 hrs in evening & train departs by 1900
hrs.
Day 02 : TUE :
Excursion to Nagarhole Wildlife Reserve-through dense green
forest,along River Kabini;for possible sighting of Tiger,Wild
Elephants & the elusive leopard.
Day 03 : WED :
Visit the impressive Mysore Palace, Vrindavan Gardens &
Srirangapatnam Fort.
Day 04 : THURS :
Morning excursion to 12th century built Hosalya temples at Halebid
& Belur.Afternoon visit towering Jain monolith at Shravanabelagola.
Day 05 : FRI :
Excursion to World Heritage Site at Hampi -seat of mighty
Vijayanagar Empire from 14th to 16th Century.
Day 06 : SAT :
Morning visit the cradle of Hindu rock architecture at Aihole-dating
back to 4th century; & World Heritage Site of Pattadakal Chalukyan
temples,dating back to 3rd century.Afternoon excursion to World
Heritage Site of Badami-with it's beautiful cave temples ,dating
back to 6th century.
Day 07 : SUN :
Day at leisure in former Portuguese colony of Goa.
Day 08 : MON :
Tours ends on Arrival at Bangalore by 1100 hrs
FACILITIES
The luxuorisly
furnished Air Conditioned Golden Chariot Train,with interiors
inspired by intricate architecture of Hosalya temples,invoke the
memory of bygone Mysore Royalty. There are Eleven Passenger
Saloons of Four Sleeping Chambers(cabins) each;Two Dining Cars
with onboard Kitchen; Bar Lounge Saloon; & facilities of
Conference Space,Business Center,Mini Gymnasium,Aryuvedic Spa
center.
Departure
dates / SCHEDULE
The 7 Nights/8
Days Golden Chariot Train Tour departs from Bangalore every Monday
evening (optional check-in at 12 noon) & returns to Bangalore ,by
1100 hrs on next Monday. You also have option to book minimum 4
nights part journey also viz. Mysore to Goa.
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7 Nights Golden Chariot Train Tour Ex.Bangalore,for 2009-10
season |
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May 2009
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18, 25 |
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June 2009 |
01, 08, 15,
22, 29 |
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July 2009
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06, 13, 20,
27 |
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August
2009 |
03, 10, 17,
24,3 1 |
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September
2009 |
07, 14, 21,
28 |
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October
2009 |
05, 12, 19,
26 |
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November
2009 |
02, 09, 16,
23, 30 |
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December
2009 |
07, 14,
21*, 28* |
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January
2010 |
04, 11, 18,
25 |
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February
2010 |
01, 08, 15,
22 |
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March
2010 |
01, 08, 15,
22, 29 |
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NOTE : You
may book for Four Nights part journey also |
TARIFF:
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COST PER PERSON -Valid till 31 August 2009 depart
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Occupancy Type |
Per Night |
For Full 7 Nights |
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On Triple
Sharing |
Rs.9,120 |
Rs.63,840 |
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On Twin
Sharing |
Rs.11,200 |
Rs.78,400 |
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On Single
Occupancy |
Rs.15,520
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Rs.1,08,640 |
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NOTE: 2.58%
Govt.Service Tax Extra |
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COST PER PERSON - Valid from 07 Sept,09 till 29 March,2010
depart* |
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Occupancy Type |
Per Night |
For Full 7 Nights |
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On Triple
Sharing |
US$ 285 |
US$ 1,995 |
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On Twin
Sharing |
US$ 350 |
US$2,450 |
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On Single
Occupancy |
US$ 485 |
US$ 3,395 |
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* 2.58%
Govt.Service Tax Extra
# 10% Holiday Surcharge extra for 21 & 28 Dec,09 depart
# Children<12 yrs charged 50% of adult rate & provided bed
# Children<5 yrs are complimentary, without bed.
# Indian can pay as per equivalent rate of exchange
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Train Tour Cost Includes :
Stay
onboard the Train in Sleeping Chambers with private
washrooms;Daily Three Meals;Excursion & sightseeing arrangements
with English Speaking Guides;Bottled drinking water;"monument
entrance fees".
Extra Costs (Not Included) :
Video
camera fees at monuments & wildlife reserves;Laundry;Hard & Soft
drinks;Tour Insurance;Usage of Business Center & Spa
facility;Gratuity,Tips & Porterage; & all other expenses of
personal nature.
Booking Procedure :
For
Bookings requests on The Golden Chariot Train Tour.
(1) Bookings will be confirmed on receipt of MINIMUM 20% Advance
Deposit with Names of Passengers.
(2) Balance payment with Passport Details must reach us 45 days
before Tour Departure Date.
(3) If booking request made less than 45 days before tour
departure date,we will require full 100% payment to confirm the
booking.
Payment Options :
You can
make payment Either by Credit Card Authorization(Visa/Mastercard)
; OR Bank Wire Transfer.
Cancellation Rules :
(a)
Cancellation Request for Golden Chariot Train Tour must be sent in
writing.
(b) If cancellation request received anytime before 61 days of
Tour Date,MINIMUM 5% of Total Tour Cost will charged as
cancellation Fee.
(c) If cancellation request received between 60 to 31 days before
Tour Date,MINIMUM 20% of Total Tour Cost will charged as
cancellation Fee.
(d) If cancellation request received between 16 to 30 days before
Tour Date,MINIMUM 50% of Total Tour Cost will charged as
cancellation Fee.
(e) If cancellation request received less than 16 days before Tour
Date,Full 100% of Total Tour Cost will charged as cancellation
Fee.
IMPORTANT :
(i) Golden
Chariot Train will only operate ,subject to having minimum
passengers.
(ii) Facility to book part journey may be possible,subject to
occupancy on the Golden Chariot.
(iii) Disputes,if any,are only subject to jurisdiction of New
Delhi(India).
(iv) At present,there is no concept of Tour Insurance in India.
ABOUT
GOLDE CHARIOT
The latest Indian Maharaja Train Tour, "Golden Chariot" offers an
insight into treasure trove of archaeological wealth, abundant
bounty for wildlife seekers and a kaleidoscope of culture for it's
esteemed guests. It offers a mix of heritage, culture, eco-tourism
and beach life. Recline & relax as the magnificent scenery unfolds
outside your window with luxury on the inside, thus far reserved
for royalty.
We present the Golden Chariot-a fine balance between a glorious
yesterday and an omnipresent tomorrow in a magical land ... that
is Karnataka.
The Eight -days sojourn Departs from Bangalore every Monday
evening & takes the travellers through Mysore (covering
Srirangapatnam, Nagarhole Wildlife Sanctuary), Hassan (Belur,
Halebid, Shravanabelagola), Hospet (Hampi), Gadag (Aihole, Badami,
Pattadakkal) and Goa; before returning to Bangalore next Monday
morning.The Golden Chariot Train is a joint venture of State
Government of Karnataka & Ministry of Railways.
FACILITIES ON BOARD
Designed & operated on the lines of World famous Palace On wheels
Train Tour; The Golden Chariot Train offers Eleven luxuriously
furnished Air-Conditioned Saloons of 4 sleeping chambers(Cabins)
each,Two Dining Cars,One Bar Lounge & onboard facility of state of
art Conference room, Business Centre, Mini Gymnasium & Ayurvedic
Spa.
Passenger
Saloons :
The Interiors of the Saloon are inspired by the intricately carved
Hosalya temple architecture dating back to 12th century.
Total 44 Air Conditioned cabins in 11 inter-connected saloons are
combination of 26 Twin Bedded Cabins,17 Double bedded Cabins & One
Cabin for Physically Challenged.
Each Cabin offers small wardrobe,vanity desk,LCD
Televisions,Electric sockets with 220 AC for recharging batteries;
& private washroom having 5 Star Hotel accessories
Restaurant Coaches :
The interiors of the Two Dining Cars (called Nala & Ruchi) are
inspired by the royal aesthetics of Hampi & Halebid temples.
There is a wide spread of vegetarian and non-vegetarian culinary
delights available.
Lounge Bar Coach :
The plush & royal interiors of the Cigar Bar Lounge (called Madira)
are modelled after the early 20th century Mysore Palace
Conference Saloon :
The state of art Conference Room has seating capacity of 25-30
guests & provision of 42 inch LCD Television with DVD player.The
business centre offers high speed internet surfing area.
Spa & Gym Facility :
There are Two massage rooms ,for the traditional & age old
Ayurvedic massages,said to offer definite cures for modern day
fatigue & stress.
Also available is a fully equipped Gymnasium.
DETAILED
TOUR INFORMATION
DAY ONE: MONDAY: BANGALORE
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1230 |
Arrival at Blue Ginger Taj Westend |
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1300 |
Check-in formalities |
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1330 |
Lunch at Blue Ginger |
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1430 |
Departure for sight seeing to Vidhana Soudha, Lal Bagh
St.Mark’s Cathedral with some spare time for shopping at MG
Road |
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1800 |
Leave for Yeshwantpur Railway Station by coach |
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1930 |
Welcome with garland and Tikka at The Golden Chariot |
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1930 |
Bar opens |
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1930 - 2200 |
Dinner |
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Travel Info : |
Bangalore-Mysore train ride: 3 hrs.
Arrive in Mysore on Monday late night. |
Day 02 : Tuesday :
Mysore
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0730 |
Breakfast on Board |
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0915 |
Assemble at the Station |
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0930 |
Departure for sight seeing to Srirangapatna and Daria Daulat
Fort by coach |
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1400 |
Lunch at Regaalis |
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1530 |
Sight seeing of Chamundi Hills by coach |
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1630 |
Sight seeing of Mysore Palace by coach |
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1800 - 1930 |
Tea and Trip to Rangayana Kala Mandir for Cultural Show by
coach |
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2015 |
Bar opens |
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2015 - 2200 |
Dinner |
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Travel Info : |
Train remains at Mysore. |
Day 03 : Wednesday
: Kabini
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0730 |
Breakfast on Board |
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0915 |
Assemble at the Station |
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0930 |
Departure for sight seeing to Kabini by coach |
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1130 |
Tea / Coffee |
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1200 |
Boat ride |
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1300 |
Lunch at Kabini |
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1430 |
Wildlife movie |
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1500 |
Peaceful walk with nature |
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1630 |
Jungle safari in jeeps |
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1830 |
Back to the resort |
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1900 |
Departure to board the The Golden Chariot for dinner by coach |
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2100 |
Bar opens |
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2100 - 2200 |
Dinner |
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Travel Info : |
Train remains at Mysore
A 2hr bus ride from Mysore to Kabini |
Day 04 : Thursday :
Hassan
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0640 |
Leave for Hassan |
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0730 |
Breakfast on board |
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0845 |
Arrival at Hassan and drive to Halebid by coach |
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0930 |
Arrival at Halebid for temple visit |
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1100 |
Drive to Belur |
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1145 |
Sightseeing of Belur |
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1245 |
Drive to The Golden Chariot for lunch on board |
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1330 |
Lunch on board |
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1500 |
Departure for Shravanabelagola |
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1845 |
Drive to The Golden Chariot |
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1930 |
Bar opens |
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1930-2200 |
Dinner |
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2000 |
Train departs for Hospet (overnight journey) |
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Travel Info : |
Mysore-Hassan train ride: 2 hrs
Train remains at Hassan.
45 min bus ride from Hassan to each destination |
Day 05 : Friday :
Hospet
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0600 |
Arrival at Hospet |
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0730 |
Breakfast on board |
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0900 |
Departure for Hampi by coach |
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0945 |
Arrival at Hampi – Sightseeing Mustard Seed Ganesha,
Virupaksha temple, Krishna Bazar, Linga, Queens Bath and the
fort. |
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1200 |
Drive to The Golden Chariot for lunch |
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1315 |
Lunch on board |
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1445 |
Drive by coach to Hampi again – Sightseeing of Hazama temple,
Lotus fort and elephant stable |
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1615 |
Tea / coffee break at KSTDC guest house |
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1645 |
Drive to Vittala temple complex |
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1715 |
Cultural show at the temple complex |
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1830 |
Tea / coffee |
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1915 |
Sound and light show inside the temple complex |
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2000 |
Drive to The Golden Chariot for dinner |
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2045 |
Bar opens |
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2045 - 2200 |
Dinner |
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Travel Info : |
Hassan-Hospet train ride: overnight.
Hampi is 45 min bus ride from Hospet.
Train remains at Hospet station |
Day 06 : Saturday :
Gadag, Aihole, Pattadakal, Badami
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0600 |
Train departs for Gadag |
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0730 |
Breakfast on board |
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0800 |
Arrival at Gadag |
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0845 |
Drive by coach to Hotel Badami Court for tea / coffee |
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1115 |
Drive to Aihole |
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1130 |
Arrival at Aihole for sight seeing |
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1230 |
Drive by coach to Pattadakal |
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1300 |
Arrival at Pattadakal for sight seeing |
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1400 |
Drive to Hotel Badami Court for lunch |
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1530 |
Drive to Badami Caves |
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1715 |
Drive to Hotel Badami Court for tea / coffee |
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1730 |
Arrival at Hotel Badami Court |
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1815 |
Depart to The Golden Chariot |
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2000 |
Train departs for Goa |
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2045 |
Bar opens |
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2045 - 2200 |
Dinner |
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Travel Info : |
Train is stationed at Gadag.
Hospet-Gadag train ride: 2 hrs.
Badami is 2hrs bus ride from Gadag. |
Day 07 : Sunday :
Goa
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0430 |
Arrival at Vasco Railway Station |
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0730 |
Breakfast on board |
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0900 |
Drive to Candolim beach by coach at The Taj Holiday Village |
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1045 - 1230 |
Arrival at the beach, sun bathe and relax on the beach |
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1230 |
Lunch at Caravela – Taj Holiday Village |
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1545 |
Sight seeing of Old Goa churches and Museum |
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1730 |
Drive to Solas De Colacos |
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1800 |
Visit an old Portuguese house and have tea / coffee break |
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1900 |
Drive back by coach through Miramar beach and Panjim City |
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2000 |
Reach the station to board The Golden Chariot and depart for
Bangalore |
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2000 |
Bar opens |
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2000-2200 |
Dinner |
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730 |
Breakfast on board |
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1200 |
Arrival at Bangalore |
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Travel Info : |
Gadag - Goa train ride: Overnight
Train leaves for Bangalore at night |
Day 08 : Monday : Bangalore
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0730 |
Breakfast on board |
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1200 |
Arrival at Bangalore |
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Travel Info : |
Goa-Bangalore train ride: Overnight |
IMPORTANT : The Day to Day Schedule may be changed at short notice
by the Train Manager, to suit local logistics |
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