Deccan Odyssey - Cultural Odyssey Journey

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Cost per cabin

(valid till May 2027 departs)

Deccan Odyssey Train – Cultural Odyssey Schedule (Available till May 2027)

2025-26 Season

2026-27 Season

Train Tour Cost Includes

• Overnight travel onboard train in the comfort of richly furnished private A/C sleeping chambers with ensuite bathrooms.
• Daily three meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) with packaged drinking water, tea/coffee service & non-alcoholic beverages.
• Valet service
• Complimentary wi-fi.
• Entrance fees For monuments & jungle reserves.
• Deluxe Cabin Guests: City sightseeing tours are conducted in air-conditioned buses with an English-speaking guide (except for shared Canter safaris in the Tiger Reserve).
• Presidential Suite Guests: City sightseeing tours are arranged in private air-conditioned cars with an English-speaking guide (except for shared Canter safaris in the Tiger Reserve).

Exclusions (Extra costs not included in train tour tariff)

• Govt. taxes & insurance.
• Optional use of spa facility or laundry services.
• Gratuities – Tips or porter fee.
• Video & professional still camera fees.
• Any activity mentioned as optional in the tour journey.
• Air tickets.
• Travel/Tour insurance.
• Transfer to & from the railway station on start & end of itinerary.

Booking Terms & Conditions

• The booking will be confirmed on the receipt of 25% advance deposit of published ticket value
• Balance 80% payment must reach us at least 50 days before the departure date with the reservation form.
• In case booking request is made less than 50 days of the departure date, we will require a one-time full advance deposit to confirm booking.
• Prices are subject to vary in the event that the itinerary is altered or if there are additional costs, such as fuel or taxes.
• Deccan Odyssey Train Tour is Jointly OPERATED by Tourism Department of Maharashtra State Govt & The Royal Journeys (A unit of Ebix Cash)
• Liability of Royal Indian Trains is limited to that of booking agent only.
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Cancellation Rules

• The Deccan Odyssey Train Tour is operated through a joint collaboration between the Tourism Department of Maharashtra Government and Ebix Cash (Private Tour Operator).
• Royal Indian Trains acts solely as a booking agent and holds no operational liability.
• All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing and acknowledged by us.

Cancellation Fees

• More than 63 days before departure: 10% of the published ticket value (inclusive of taxes).
• 62 to 48 days before departure: 20% of the published ticket value.
• 47 to 33 days before departure: 50% of the published ticket value.
• Less than 33 days before departure: 100% of the published ticket value (inclusive of taxes).

Special Cancellation & Refund Conditions

• If the the Train Tour Operator cancels the scheduled departure for any reason, afull refundwill be provided
• No refund will be issued if:
  • The guest fails to follow the scheduled itinerary or shortens their journey.
  • The guest is unable to obtain an Indian visa.
• In case of a medical emergency, supporting medical records will be reviewed by the Train Management, and their decision will be final.
• If a refund is applicable, Royal Indian Trains reserves the right to deduct USD 100 per person as bank processing fees.
• Refunds will be processed based on the Indian Rupees exchange value received at the time of payment.

Important

• The scheduled train tour departure is subject to a minimum booking of 25 passengers.
• All foreign passport holders must obtain an Indian visa before boarding their flight from their country of residence.
• Guests are strongly advised to purchase travel insurance in their home country prior to departure.
• Any disputes, if arising, shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in Delhi, India.

Itinerary

Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1: Saturday – Depart New Delhi

Assemble at Safdarjung Railway Station (Chanakyapuri) by 1730 hrs for traditional

welcome and check-in

Board the Deccan Odyssey and settle into your cabin

Train departs for Sawai Madhopur

Dinner on board

Day 2: Sunday – Sawai Madhopur & Ranthambore Safari

Breakfast on board

Visit a local tribal home to understand Rajasthani village life

Return to train for early lunch on board

Afternoon jungle safari in Ranthambore Tiger Reserve

Spot tigers, deer, wild boars, sloth bears, and vibrant birdlife

Return to Deccan Odyssey to relax in the bar lounge

Train departs for Jaipur

Dinner on board

Day 3: Monday – Jaipur

Breakfast on board

Excursion to Amber Fort – royal halls, Sheesh Mahal, and lake views

Lunch at a city hotel

Visit City Palace Museum and photo stop at Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds)

Time for shopping – Jaipur textiles & gemstone jewelry

Return to train and depart for Agra

Dinner on board

Day 4: Tuesday – Agra

Breakfast on board

Visit Taj Mahal – eternal symbol of love

Lunch at a city hotel

Explore Agra Fort – Diwan-e-Am, royal pavilions, and Mughal architecture

Visit local markets for marble inlay art and Mughal jewelry

Return to Deccan Odyssey and depart for Varanasi

Dinner on board

Day 5: Wednesday – Varanasi

Breakfast on board

Visit Sarnath – where Buddha preached his first sermon

Lunch at a city hotel

Heritage walk through bazaars, temples & ghats

Evening boat ride on Ganges River to witness the sacred Ganga Aarti

Return to Deccan Odyssey for dinner on board

Train departs for Khajuraho

Day 6: Thursday – Khajuraho

Breakfast on board

Visit Chandela Temple Complex – famous for erotic sculptures

Lunch at a city hotel

Explore Kandariya Mahadeva Temple – architectural marvel

Return to train for dinner on board

Train departs for Orchha

Day 7: Friday – Orchha

Morning visit to 16th-century Orchha Fort Complex

Return to Deccan Odyssey for lunch on board

Afternoon village walk – meet locals and learn about their culture

Indian cultural evening and dinner on board

Train departs for New Delhi

Day 8: Saturday – Return to New DelhiEnquire Now

Early breakfast on board

Disembark by 0715 hrs at Safdarjung Railway Station

Bid farewell to the Deccan Odyssey team