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The Golden Chariot Train Tour

Built on the lines of World Famous- Palace On Wheels; this latest addition to Maharaja Train Tours of India, will launch it's first commercial run from 10th March,2008. The Golden Chariot Train is a joint venture between Indian Railways & Karnataka tourism. The Weekly Eight days sojourn on the Golden Chariot Train will start from Silicon Valley of The east,Bangalore, every Monday Evening. The places covered include visits to Nagarhole Wildlife Sanctuary(Kabini);Mysore Palace,Vrindavan Gardens, Srirangapatna Fort; Hosalya temples at Belur & Halebidu ; Jain monolith of Lord Gomatesvara ;UNESCO World Heritage sites located at Hampi,Pattadekal & Badami;Goan beaches.

Day 01 : MON : Bangalore Depart :
Tiger in Nagarhole Wildlife Reserve

Check in Starts at 1800 hrs in evening & train departs by 1900 hrs.

Day 02 : TUE :
Excursion to Nagarhole Wildlife Reserve-through dense green forest,along River Kabini;for possible sighting of Tiger,Wild Elephants & the elusive leopard.

Day 03 : WED :
Visit the impressive Mysore Palace, Vrindavan Gardens & Srirangapatnam Fort.

Day 04 : THURS :
Morning excursion to 12th century built Hosalya temples at Halebid & Belur.Afternoon visit towering Jain monolith at Shravanabelagola.

Day 05 : FRI :
Excursion to World Heritage Site at Hampi -seat of mighty Vijayanagar Empire from 14th to 16th Century.

Day 06 : SAT :
Monument at Hampi Golden Chariot

Morning visit the cradle of Hindu rock architecture at Aihole-dating back to 4th century; & World Heritage Site of Pattadakal Chalukyan temples,dating back to 3rd century.Afternoon excursion to World Heritage Site of Badami-with it's beautiful cave temples ,dating back to 6th century.

Day 07 : SUN :
Day at leisure in former Portuguese colony of Goa.

Day 08 : MON :
Tours ends on Arrival at Bangalore by 1100 hrs.

The luxuorisly furnished Air Conditioned Golden Chariot Train,with interiors inspired by intricate architecture of Hosalya temples,invoke the memory of bygone Mysore Royalty. There are Eleven Passenger Saloons of Four Sleeping Chambers(cabins) each;Two Dining Cars with onboard Kitchen; Bar Lounge Saloon; & facilities of Conference Space,Business Center,Mini Gymnasium,Aryuvedic Spa center.

The 7 Nights/8 Days Golden Chariot Train Tour departs from Bangalore every Monday evening (optional check-in at 12 noon) & returns to Bangalore ,by 1100 hrs on next Monday. You also have option to book minimum 4 nights part journey also viz. Mysore to Goa.

7 Nights Golden Chariot Train Tour Ex.Bangalore,for 2009-10 season
May 2009	18, 25
June 2009	01, 08, 15, 22, 29
July 2009	06, 13, 20, 27
August 2009	03, 10, 17, 24,3 1
September 2009	07, 14, 21, 28
October 2009	05, 12, 19, 26
November 2009	02, 09, 16, 23, 30
December 2009	07, 14, 21, 28
January 2010	04, 11, 18, 25
February 2010	01, 08, 15, 22
March 2010	01, 08, 15, 22, 29
NOTE : You may book for Four Nights part journey also

COST PER PERSON -Valid till 31 August 2009 depart
Occupancy Type	Per Night	For Full 7 Nights
On Triple Sharing	Rs.9,120	Rs.63,840
On Twin Sharing	Rs.11,200	Rs.78,400
On Single Occupancy	Rs.15,520	Rs.1,08,640
NOTE: 2.58% Govt.Service Tax Extra

COST PER PERSON - Valid from 07 Sept,09 till 29 March,2010 depart*
Occupancy Type	Per Night	For Full 7 Nights
On Triple Sharing	US$ 285	US$ 1,995
On Twin Sharing	US$ 350	US$2,450
On Single Occupancy	US$ 485	US$ 3,395
* 2.58% Govt.Service Tax Extra # 10% Holiday Surcharge extra for 21 & 28 Dec,09 depart # Children<12 yrs charged 50% of adult rate & provided bed # Children<5 yrs are complimentary, without bed. # Indian can pay as per equivalent rate of exchange

Train Tour Cost Includes :
The Golden Chariot Train

Stay onboard the Train in Sleeping Chambers with private washrooms;Daily Three Meals;Excursion & sightseeing arrangements with English Speaking Guides;Bottled drinking water;"monument entrance fees".

Extra Costs (Not Included) :
Video camera fees at monuments & wildlife reserves;Laundry;Hard & Soft drinks;Tour Insurance;Usage of Business Center & Spa facility;Gratuity,Tips & Porterage; & all other expenses of personal nature.

Booking Procedure :
For Bookings requests on The Golden Chariot Train Tour.
(1) Bookings will be confirmed on receipt of MINIMUM 20% Advance Deposit with Names of Passengers.
(2) Balance payment with Passport Details must reach us 45 days before Tour Departure Date.
(3) If booking request made less than 45 days before tour departure date,we will require full 100% payment to confirm the booking.

Payment Options :
You can make payment Either by Credit Card Authorization(Visa/Mastercard) ; OR Bank Wire Transfer.

Cancellation Rules :
(a) Cancellation Request for Golden Chariot Train Tour must be sent in writing.
(b) If cancellation request received anytime before 61 days of Tour Date,MINIMUM 5% of Total Tour Cost will charged as cancellation Fee.
(c) If cancellation request received between 60 to 31 days before Tour Date,MINIMUM 20% of Total Tour Cost will charged as cancellation Fee.
(d) If cancellation request received between 16 to 30 days before Tour Date,MINIMUM 50% of Total Tour Cost will charged as cancellation Fee.
(e) If cancellation request received less than 16 days before Tour Date,Full 100% of Total Tour Cost will charged as cancellation Fee.

IMPORTANT :
(i) Golden Chariot Train will only operate ,subject to having minimum passengers.
(ii) Facility to book part journey may be possible,subject to occupancy on the Golden Chariot.
(iii) Disputes,if any,are only subject to jurisdiction of New Delhi(India).
(iv) At present,there is no concept of Tour Insurance in India.