About The
Deccan Odyssey Train:-
Step aboard one of the most luxurious trains, the Deccan
Odyssey and begin a journey to India's most spectacular
destinations. Recapture the romance and atmosphere of
traveling into the Kingdom of Marathas, where you will
experience its magic
and mystery in a relaxed and elegant fashion. Deccan
Odyssey has earned an international reputation for its
truly world-class travel experiences.
Built for the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation,
the 21-coach luxury train has all the facilities of a
five-star hotel, except a swimming pool. The train has an
air-conditioned suite car (coach), 11 air-conditioned
cabin cars, a conference car, two restaurant cars with bar
attached, and a health car with a gym, beauty salon and
yoga centre. There is also space for ayurvedic treatment
and massage. Deccan Odyssey is capable of running at a
speed of 110 km per hour. However, it maintains 75 to 80
kmph.
Facilities and services aboard this luxury train include
two tastefully designed lounge and conference cars
allowing passengers to mix business with pleasure. This
royal tour will take you to various historic forts and
temples, the the ocean front and a trip to the beautiful
village of Tarkarli. All meals reflect the specialty
coastal cuisine of Maharashtra. Goa will definitely prove
to be the most enjoyable destination due to its stunning
beaches, historic churches and temples, among many other
attractions. Passengers will revel in a traditional Goan
cultural extravaganza on a luxury boat cruise down the
meandering Mandovi River.
The destination of Deccan Odyssey also include Pune -
erstwhile capital of Maharashtra and the seat of power of
the Peshwas, the prime ministers of Maharashtra. Followed
by an excursion to the battle-scarred yet intimidating
Sinhagad fort is expected to make tourists relive an era.
Finally the train will take you to Aurangabad. A place
abundant with Mughal architecture, rich food and lavish
experiences. Besides, the Ellora caves, a World Heritage
site, tourists will be greeted by the Bibi ka Maqbara, a
mausoleum built to be a replica of the Taj Mahal. The
renowned Buddhist caves of Ajanta, now a World Heritage
Site, will take you back in time to around second century
AD, which sports some stunning paintings and sculptures.
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