Since the advent of railways in India, train journeys have been synonymous with enigma and allure. It was common practice for the British aristocracy and Indian Royalty to travel in the luxury of their private luxury trains. This legacy of princely sojourns across the wilderness, mountains, and deserts of India is now continued by the Deccan Odyssey. Fondly called ‘India’s Blue Train, the Deccan Odyssey takes you on a voyage across India’s magnificent landscapes and territories.
Sail into an age of romance and Royalty, and discover the soul of this incredible country. From world heritage sites, forts, and palaces to an array of cultural experiences crafted exclusively for you. Carving its way across the very heart of India, the journey with Deccan Odyssey Train showcases the best sun-kissed beaches of India, exquisite forts, and palaces built with indelible accomplishments and a blend of religious-spiritual aura. The recent addition to the worldly recognized itinerary of Deccan Odyssey includes Indian Odyssey, Maharashtra Splendour, Indian Sojourn, Hidden Treasures of Gujarat, Jewels of the Deccan, and Maharashtra Wild Trail.
Each journey on the Deccan Odyssey explores India’s diversity, exotic locales, and discovery of her timeless traditions, where you breathe in the vibrancy, sounds, and colors of India’s cities and her countryside. Mysteries and intrigues unfold as the train snakes her way through royal cities showcasing the opulence and extravagance of the palaces, the traditions and culinary wonders of cities and villages well protected from the sands of time. This ‘Blue Limousine on Rolling Wheels’ endows a superlative experience, garnering the dreams of many with a touch of magical realism. So be it a UNESCO world heritage site, palatial residence, or the vineyard, all these destinations above are revealed with an exquisite touch. The Deccan Odyssey Train Tour in India flaunts Royalty, magnificence, and re-discovery with excellence. The Great India Train journey aboard the Deccan Odyssey is one of the most exciting ways to experience the Culture & Heritage of India. Each trip on the Deccan Odyssey train explores India’s diversity, exotic locales, and discovery of her timeless traditions, where you breathe in the vibrancy, sounds, and colors of India’s cities and her countryside.
Mysteries and intrigues unfold as the train snakes her way through royal cities showcasing the opulence and extravagance of the palaces, the traditions and culinary wonders of cities and villages well protected from the sands of time. The Deccan Odyssey treats each of its guests to unprecedented luxury on wheels with the help of 21 superlative luxury coaches. Out of these, eleven are guest cabins. Each coach has four houses. To ensure a comfortable journey, each Deccan Odyssey cabin is well-equipped with a range of modern amenities. They are spacious, elegant, and seamlessly designed to radiate the various eras of the Deccan dynasties. The Deccan Odyssey luxury train is also home to four splendid Presidential Suites. Each of these sophisticated suites is exquisitely designed and comes with all modern facilities. We also offer a specially equipped cabin for the comfort of our differently-abled guests. The ultimate goal is to ensure all guests make the most of their Deccan Odyssey journey.
The Deccan Odyssey’s two gourmet restaurants, Waavar and Utsav, have been designed to keep the element of Indian Royalty intact. The chefs ensure the cuisine keeps pace with the train’s journey by creating local specialties of the very state that the train travels through. So you discover every location with all your senses, including your taste buds! Each meal also includes an International menu to choose from. To further enhance the gourmet experience, Deccan Odyssey presents travelers with a well-stocked bar – Gateway. This is the ideal spot to meet and know your fellow travelers over an evening drink & snacks. After a long day of exploration, head to Deccan Odyssey’s excellent spa, “Ayush.” The salon’s well-trained masseurs incorporate ancient Indian techniques to help you relax your body and rejuvenate your mind.
About Deccan Odyssey
Each journey on the Deccan Odyssey explores India’s diversity, exotic locales, and discovery of her timeless traditions, where you breathe in the vibrancy, sounds, and colors of India’s cities and her countryside. Mysteries and intrigues unfold as the train snakes her way through royal cities showcasing the opulence and extravagance of the palaces, the traditions and culinary wonders of cities and villages well protected from the sands of time. Where else would you find a UNESCO heritage site, a superlative vineyard, tigers & lions lazing in the sun-baked stretches of wild brush, a palace residence, warm, dazzling beaches & calm, tranquil backwaters… only in excellent India!.
Cabins And Services
The Deccan Odyssey treats each of its guests to unprecedented luxury on wheels with the help of 21 superlative luxury coaches. Out of these, eleven are guest cabins, and each coach has four houses. To ensure a comfortable journey, each Deccan Odyssey cabin is well-equipped with a range of modern amenities. They are spacious, elegant, and seamlessly designed to radiate the various eras of the Deccan dynasties.
The Deccan Odyssey is also home to four splendid Presidential Suites. Each of these sophisticated suites is exquisitely designed and comes with all modern facilities.
We also offer a specially equipped cabin for the comfort of our differently-abled guests. The ultimate goal is to ensure all guests make the most of their Deccan Odyssey journey.
The Deccan Odyssey’s two gourmet restaurants, Waavar and Utsav, have been designed to keep the element of Indian Royalty intact. Our chefs ensure the cuisine keeps pace with the train’s journey by creating local specialties of the very state that the train travels through. So you discover every location with all your senses, including your taste buds! Each meal also includes an International menu to choose from. To further enhance the gourmet experience, Deccan Odyssey presents travelers with a well-stocked bar – Gateway. This is the ideal spot to meet and know your fellow travelers over an evening drink & snacks.
After a long day of exploration, head to Deccan Odyssey’s excellent spa, “Ayush.” The salon’s well-trained masseurs incorporate ancient Indian techniques to help you relax your body and rejuvenate your mind.
If work requires your time and attention, then our conference car, “Pankh,” will cover all your business needs. Equipped with the latest facilities, it ensures you manage your work efficiently even while you’re away traveling.
While you’re on the Deccan Odyssey, our well-organized staff ensures your every need is taken care of. For an incredibly relaxed journey, valets are accessible round-the-clock, one for every Presidential Suite and one for each coach.
A brainchild of Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC), Deccan Odyssey is the fruitful result of the relentless efforts of its visionary. The world-famous Taj Group of Hotels had also joined their hands with Deccan Odyssey to offer a 5-star hotel facility onboard to the guests. Special care has been taken to provide the guests with the warmest hospitality services they have ever expected.
