Welcome to Indian Odyssey

Board the Deccan Odyssey at Delhi – on to Sawai Madhopur

Welcome aboard the Deccan Odyssey.

This evening assemble at the railway station at approximately 1700 hours to complete the registration process and check in formalities for your Indian Odyssey journey, as you receive a traditional Indian welcome and enjoy a refreshing welcome drink.

After completion of all formalities, you will be shown to your delightful cabins. As you settle in, the Deccan Odyssey shall depart Delhi for Sawai Madhopur

Dinner on board
Overnight on Deccan Odyssey
(ETD at 1930 Hrs)
(ETD at 1800 Hrs)

Sawai Madhopur, in Rajasthan is the alighting point for the famous Ranthambore National Park, and India’s efforts to conserve the dwindling tiger population can be seen here.

Enjoy Breakfast On Board Decan Odyssey

0830 Hrs : proceed for Ranthambore Village visit

1230 Hrs : Return to Deccan Odyssey for Lunch

1430 Hrs : Disembark to head for the afternoon safari.

1715 Hrs : Head back to the Deccan Odyssey where you can relax with a drink before dinner on board, as the Deccan Odyssey sets off for Agra.

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on board
Overnight on Deccan Odyssey
(Departure at 18:30)

Arriving at Agra.

0830 Hrs: Deboard Deccan Odyssey and drive to Agra from Tundla Railway Station

0930 Hrs: You will visit the Taj Mahal, which was Emperor Shah Jahan’s gift of love to his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, and is truly the world’s most wondrous monument.

1300 Hrs: Lunch at City Hotel.

1400 Hrs: Proceed for Agra Fort another outstanding example of Mughal architecture, and the seat of Mughal reign and administration for three generations. A visit to the Diwan-e-Am, ‘Hall of Public Audience’ and the Royal Pavilions is not to be missed.

1630 Hrs: Visit Kalakriti to witness the art of Inlay Work which can be found in Mughal structures. The Technique is known as Pietra Dura which have beautified Taj Mahal.

1900 Hrs: Return to the Deccan Odyssey for dinner and your onward journey to Jaipur.

Breakfast on board | Lunch at a City Hotel | Dinner on board
Overnight on Deccan Odyssey
(Departure at 20:00)

Legendary for the triumphs of its proud Rajputs, Jaipur, the City of Victory, is surrounded by the rugged Aravali hills - crowned by formidable forts - and beautiful palaces, mansions and gardens. Royal processions and parades, in all their splendour, graced these palaces and forts once.

0830 Hrs: Disembark from Station ( Welcome at the station)

0900 Hrs: Leave station for Amber Fort

1030 Hrs: Visit of Amber Fort

1300 Hrs: Lunch at City Hotel

1530 Hrs: Visit of City Palace

1900 Hrs: Leave city Palace for Station

Breakfast on board | Lunch at City Hotel | Dinner on board
Overnight on Deccan Odyssey
(Departure at 20:00)

The Deccan Odyssey rolls into Udaipur in the morning. Enjoy your breakfast as you admire the picturesque landscape of the Aravali hills.

1000 Hrs: Disembark to visit the famous City Palace, the largest palace complex in Rajasthan, with its scalloped arches, fretted balconies, and cupolas, which also houses the spectacular Crystal Gallery. The tour of this magnificent city is completed with a boat cruise on the tranquil waters of Lake Pichola.

1330 Hrs: Lunch at City Hotel

1430 Hrs: Proceed on a walking tour through the Old City of Udaipur and explore the Old City’s lively, busy and old-fashioned colourful bazar which still retains local charm and feel.

1800 Hrs: Return to the Deccan Odyssey for a relaxed evening and dinner.

Breakfast on board | Lunch at a City Hotel | Dinner on board
Overnight on Deccan Odyssey
(Departure at 20:00)

Today you arrive at the capital of the Gaekwads, Vadodara, located along the seasonal river Vishwamitri.

Breakfast on board the Deccan Odyssey.

0830 Hrs: After breakfast, you will disembark and proceed to visit Champaner

1000 Hrs: Reach Champaner and visit Pavagadh Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

1200 Hrs: Leave for Vadodara

1330 Hrs: Reach Deccan Odyssey and Lunch on Board

1530 Hrs: Visit the Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum.

1730 Hrs: Enjoy Snacks & tea at the resplendent Laxmi Vilas Palace. Witness a folk performance typical of the region as you savour some of the special delicacies from the Royal kitchens.

1900 Hrs: Return to the Deccan Odyssey as it heads for Aurangabad.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on board | Tea & Snacks at Laxmi Vilas Palace
Overnight on Deccan Odyssey
(Departure at 20:00)

Breakfast & Lunch on Board

1230 Hrs: Lunch on Board

1330 Hrs: Disembark from the Train

1500 Hrs: Leave for Ellora Caves

1800 Hrs: Return to Deccan Odyssey.

Today brings a late start, leaving the morning free for you to enjoy a languid breakfast and enjoy some of the activities available on board. Later, as you savour lunch, the Deccan Odyssey arrives at Aurangabad, from where a scenic drive takes you to the Ellora Caves.

After exploring Ellora, return to the Deccan Odyssey.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on board
Overnight on Deccan Odyssey
(Departure at 19:00)

Disembark in Mumbai

Early this morning, after breakfast, you will disembark at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Railway Station, Mumbai.

Bid farewell to the Deccan Odyssey as your royal passage through the grand vistas of India comes to an end.

Breakfast on board