25 Mar 2024
Train journeys can be real fun. With journeys traversing through the countryside, with different scenic beauty, each slide on the wonderful sojourn is an event to cherish and remember. What if, if we were to tell you that the fascination of train journeys can be combined with tourist destinations for an exotic experience.
Well, that is precisely what IRCTC offers (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation) a tailor made rail odyssey covering the length and breadth of India. All IRCTC tourists’ trains are an epitome of luxury. Come and join us on a virtual tour to explore one of the circuits.
In this blog, we shall be covering the Golden Chariot - Pride of Karnataka. The first question that comes to mind is who are the organizers for the Golden Chariot luxury train? So, in short the train is owned by the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC) and operated by IRCTC. It will be interesting to note the Golden Chariot got its name from the stone chariot of the Vittala temple in Hampi.
There are 44 sleep cabins in the train spread over 18 train carriages, hauled by a diesel locomotive. This would give a fairly good idea how exquisite the train is. The train coaches are named after various dynasty kings that once ruled the State of Karnataka.
With a purple livery on the exterior, the interiors are decked with a double bed/twin bed with wall to wall carpets, a television set and a spacious ensuite on board, as part of a guest amenity. The cabins are air-conditioned and fitted with noise mufflers for added passenger comfort.
A guest has a choice of 2 restaurants on board. One serving vegetarian delight whilst the other factors for a non vegetarian menu. Even amongst the menu, the spread varies from Continental/Oriental/ or a typical Indian meal.
Generally, since guests are mostly foreigners, they would like to savor the curries and spices of India, in their cuisine. There is a bar attached and some of the finest blend of liquor can be found on the rack.
Essentially, the circuit is a South Indian circuit commencing from the Yeswantpur train station. On the fixed departure date, the guest can expect to be treated in a royal fashion befitting the kings and queens of the bygone times.
The beat of traditional drums at the entrance is a welcoming sight that keeps a guest in awe. This is followed by offering garlands to the guests, and the finale to this welcome is a refreshing welcome drink of Indian origin as part of the welcome ceremony.
Before the guests take up their assigned spots in the Golden Chariot - Jewels of South. It will not be out of place to mention that the guest, irrespective of the circuit selected, will go back with fond memories.
The tour itinerary is so designed that once a traveller hops on board, he/she will have the chance to unfold nature and architectural treasure of South India. There are an array of itineraries to choose from the best tour operator in Karnataka.
Depending on the itinerary choice and budget of the traveller, these can be suitably selected.The destinations covered are spread across the Indian States of Karnataka, Goa, Kerala, and Tamilnadu and briefly, these can be listed as under:-
Skyway International Travels organizers for these special tours:
Not with standing the tour itineraries are pre-determined by the organizers of the tour, however, to ensure value for money, Skyway staff can help with valuable tips to make the trip that much more eventful, by virtue of their local knowledge.
It is in this context, a tour booked through them would well be worth it. What more, they would also update tourists with additional information not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
So do get in touch with our tour operator on mobile no. 9845183542 or 9845118222 and convert your dream railroad holiday into reality.
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