Golden Chariot - Splendor of the South

Enchanting rail expedition of Golden Chariot "Splendor of the South" is a caravan that will exemplify the synonyms of incredible India embrace with royal elegance, romanticist panache, and soul transforming spiritualists…

The exploration of the colorful dreams of beyond imagination amidst Golden Chariot train Journey will move in a style across the aesthetic lands of treasure trove Karnataka, romantic backwaters of Kerala, and temples of spiritual Chennai…

Overview of the Golden Chariot “Splendor of the South” Itinerary

• Day 1. Get set ready for the weeklong adventure of Golden Chariot journey from the Yeshwanthpur Railway Station in Bangalore
• Day 2. Visit the world heritage sites of Mamallapuram and witness the rock cut temples of Chennai
• Day 3. Discover the French heritage at the former French colony of Pondicherry
• Day 4. Capture the magical moments at the rock-fort temples of Tiruchirapalli & paintings of the Thanjavur Palace museums
• Day 5. Steal the Dravidian architectural show at the city of colors and temples
• Day 6. Explore the Thiruvanathapuram Palace, and rejuvenate self at the beaches of Kovalam
• Day 7. Backwater cruise at stunning Alleppey and relish on delicious lunch at Kumarakom backwaters resort
• Day 8. The journey depicting the splendor of Southern India will finally conclude at Bangalore

Star Attractions of Golden Chariot "Splendor of the South" Journey

• Temple Rathas, Shore temples, St. Mary’s Church & The National Art Gallery and Museum at Mamallapuram
• Discover the peace of soul at Auroville Village, capture the French heritage, Aurobindo Ashram for yoga & meditation at Pondicherry
• UNESCO world heritage site Brihadeshwara temple at Tiruchirapalli and paintings of the Thanjavur Palace museum
• Witness the Meenakshi Temple at Madurai a masterpieces of the Dravidian architecture
• Light and sound show accompanied with delicious cookery with live classical music at Madurai
• Rediscover the erstwhile magic at Napier Museum, gala dinner and cultural show at Leela Kovalam
• Romantic rendezvous amidst house boat cruise at Alleppey

The Golden Chariot "Splendor of the South" Tariff

Occupancy Type	Per Person / Night	7 Nights Per Person
Single Occupancy	USD 755	USD 5285
Double Occupancy	USD 570	USD 3990
Triple Occupancy	USD 495	USD 3465

Picturesque Frames of The Golden Chariot "Splendor of the South"

Departure For The Royal Excursion

Month	Year 2011	Month	Year 2012
October	17	January	02, 30
November	14	February	13
December	05	March	05
		April	02, 30

Notification For Golden Chariot Vacationers

• Golden Chariot "Splendor of the South" tariff will accredit a total of 50% of the total cost for children between the age group of 5 to 12 years
• The price will however be cut down to 10% of the total cost for the children below 5 years of age
• The Golden Chariot price will be enforced with a 2.58% service tax as per the Government criteria of India
• The cost will also be subjugated to a 10% surcharge for the specific tours covering the festive season of Christmas and New Year

Golden Chariot Tariff Inclusion of Services

• Accommodation on deluxe saloons
• Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, 24 hrs open kitchen, tea, coffee, mineral water bottles, beverages etc
• Sightseeing on Deluxe Coaches and as per itinerary (However you have the flexibility to explore more)
• English Speaking Guide Government approved
• English Speaking Chauffeur for the whole tour
• Include cost of all sightseeing, entry fees to palaces, museums, forts, amusement parks, dine at best restaurants, wildlife safari, frivolous activities