Accommodation Category: Luxury
Deccan Odyssey, one of the leading luxury trains of India, offers a well-planned itinerary of Indian Soujourn, offering a memorable journey for 8 days. The journey gives you a chance to explore some of the best destinations of northern and western India, including Vadodara, Udaipur, Agra, Mumbai, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Delhi, and Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore). Some of the highlights of the tour include a rendezvous with the big cats, a visit to the celebrated Taj Mahal, exploring historical architectural gems, a boat ride in Lake Pichola’s placid waters, etc. So enjoy a grand welcome, indulge in world-class comforts aboard the Deccan Odyssey, relish sumptuous food, admire the impeccable royal interiors of the train, and more.
Bout India services start from Mumbai.
Assemble at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus at around 16:00 hours to 16:30 hours and enjoy a warm traditional welcome. Complete the registration and check-in formalities for your journey.
Relish a welcome drink. After finishing the paperwork, settle down in your cabins. You are now free to explore the luxury train, Deccan Odyssey, as it departs for Vadodara. Dinner and overnight on board.
(Departure at 16:40)
The train arrives at the first destination, Vadodara. Once the seat of the Gaekwad rulers, Vadodara is one of Gujarat's most important cities. Post breakfast, disembark from the train.
Your first visit is to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park—the only Islamic pre-Mughal city that remained unchanged. The site comprises water installations, religious buildings, palaces, agricultural structures, and more. Later on, go aboard the luxury train for a sumptuous lunch.
Post lunch, visit Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum, which is known not only for its fine collection of sculptures, paintings, and more but also for its magnificent structure.
This is followed by high tea at the wonderful Laxmi Vilas Palace, the residence of the Royalty even in the present times. Enjoy a special folk performance along with dishes from the kitchen of Royalty.
Back aboard Deccan Odyssey for an overnight stay. The train starts its journey towards Udaipur.
(Departure at 20:00)
In the morning, the train chugs into the City of Lake, Udaipur, which is quite popular for being one of the most romantic cities in India.
Relish breakfast while admiring the lovely views of the Aravali ranges. Breakfast is followed by a sightseeing tour of Udaipur. Explore the very well-known City Palace complex that was erected over a span of 400 years.
The construction of this magnificent structure was started in 1559 by Maharana Udai Singh II on the eastern banks of Lake Pichola. This tour is followed by a boat ride on the placid waters of the Lake.
Back aboard the train for lunch. Lunch is followed by a walking tour of Old Udaipur. Get your hands on some great stuff, such as puppets, cloth lanterns, jewellery, wooden boxes, and other handicraft items.
Back on board the train for dinner and an overnight stay. The train begins its journey to the next destination, Jodhpur.
(Departure at 20:00)
The train, on the 4th day, enters the Sun City of Rajasthan—Jodhpur. The former capital of the Mar kingdom, Jodhpur, boasts the Thar Desert in the background and houses some amazing temples, forts, and palaces.
After breakfast, the day is at leisure, and you have options to pick from—you can either visit a luxury hotel for a relaxing spa session, or you can visit the Bishnoi tribal village along with potters' and weavers' villages.
Get a sneak peek into the life of the people living there.
Lunch on board the luxury train is followed by a tour of the Blue City. Now, get all set to explore the mighty Mehrangarh Fort, placed amidst the brown sands of the Thar.
One of the country's largest forts, it was erected by Rao Jodha in 1459, on a 150 m high hill. A part of it has been turned into a museum that consists of royal palanquins, an armoury, paintings, costumes, personal belongings of the royalty, and more.
Do not miss visiting the colourful Turban Gallery. This visit is followed by a walk around the city to get a sneak peek into the life of the locals. Walk past the Old Clock Tower market and old but extremely striking havelis.
The evening is scheduled for specially arranged lip-smacking Marwar barbeque delicacies that you can savour in the royal courtyard of the Mehrangarh Fort.
Treat your eyes to the lovely views of the surroundings while you are standing on top.
Overnight on board the Deccan Odyssey.
(Departure at 20:00)
On the 5th day of the tour, you are going to explore the capital city of Rajasthan, Jaipur, known for its vibrancy and splendour. Post breakfast, disembark from the luxury train and visit the mighty Amer fort (Amber fort).
One of the state's most famous forts, it was commissioned by Raja Man Singh way back in 1592. While the top of the fort offers a nice view of the Maota Lake, it's inside a number of wonderful structures. On the way to the Amer Fort, halt to explore Hawa Mahal, also known as the Palace of Winds.
This pink sandstone structure is known for its distinct and interesting honeycomb-like construction. The next attraction that you explore today is the City Palace, a lovely complex known for its carved doorways, gardens, beautiful palaces, courtyards and a museum with a fine collection.
Walk past the UNESCO World Site, Jantar Mantar, an astronomical observatory that was built by Sawai Jai Singh in the 18th century. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch in a city hotel.
After this, you have options to choose from. You can either relax your senses by going for a spa session, or you can visit the bustling and colourful local markets of Jaipur to get your hands on colourful handicrafts, traditional clothes, bangles, imitation jewellery and more.
In the evening, back to the train for an overnight stay.
(Departure at 20:00)
Morning arrival in Agra, home to some of the most magnificent architectural gems that were built by Mughal emperors during their reign. After a relaxed breakfast, get all set to enjoy a visit to the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal, this white marble mausoleum took 22 years to complete and is festooned with precious and semi-precious stones. Relish lunch at a City Hotel.
Lunch is followed by a visit to the Itmad-ud-Daulah tomb, nicknamed as the 'Baby Taj'. Another lovely marble mausoleum that was commissioned by Nur Jahan, Emperor Jahangir's wife, in memory of her father, Ghiyas Beg.
Do not miss noticing the wonderful latticework. Next visit is to the mighty Agra Fort, another Mughal architectural gem. While some part of the fort complex that is in red sandstone was constructed by Emperor Akbar, the other part is in white marble, the favourite of Emperor Shah Jahan. The complex has a number of structures within its boundaries.
After sightseeing, you have options to choose from. You can either opt for a relaxing spa session at a popular city hotel or visit the local markets of Agra, popular for Mughal-style ornaments and special artefacts with marble inlay.
Go on board the Deccan Odyssey for dinner and an overnight stay. The luxury train starts moving towards Sawai Madhopur.
Overnight on Deccan Odyssey.
(Departure at 20:30)
Day 6 is going to be an exciting one. The train chugs into its next destination, Sawai Madhopur in Rajasthan, popular for the very well-known Ranthambore National Park.
One of the largest national parks in the northern part of the country, it is known for housing a decent population of big cats. It is quite famous for being one of India's finest tiger reserves.
An early breakfast is followed by a wildlife safari inside the national park. Along with the big cats, you can also spot other species such as Chinkara, Nilgai, Sambhar, Sloth Bear, Chital and more. Around 272 species of resident and migratory birds call this national park their home.
Back on board the train for a lavish lunch. You can also embark on a village safari, interacting with the turban-wearing men and colourful ghagra-choli-wearing women. Interact with the locals.
Thereafter, relish high tea at a popular hunting lodge of the royal family of the region. Late evening, back aboard the train for dinner and overnight stay as it sets off for the Pink City of Rajasthan, Jaipur.
(Departure at 19:30)
On the last day, the train returns to Delhi. After an early morning breakfast, disembark from the train at the Delhi Cantt Railway Station.
Bout India services will end at Delhi.
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Month |
Departure Dates |
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September, 2025 |
27 |
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October, 2025 |
25 |
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November, 2025 |
15 |
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December, 2025 |
13 |
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February, 2026 |
21 |
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March, 2026 |
28 |
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September, 2026 |
26 |
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October, 2026 |
24 |
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November, 2026 |
14 |
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December, 2026 |
19 |
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February, 2027 |
20 |
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April, 2027 |
03 |
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