Life Overseas

Maharashtra is equally mesmerizing. Whether you are looking for a heritage jaunt in historic caves of Ajanta and Ellora, or wish to use its enticing beaches to challenge the sun-kissed locals to a sunbathing contest or soak in the spectacular scenery and savor its rich variety of culinary delicacies. And if a faster pace is more your style, the luxury train ride onboard the Deccan Odyssey offers the perfect itinerary that covers the best of Maharashtra as well as golden beaches of Goa.

The imperial journey unfolds the enchanting world of Maharashtra, its mythical monuments, historic places, silvery beaches, lush farms, awe-inspiring forts and vast expanses of Arabian Sea. No wonder, the train is billed against legendary Orient Express and Blue Train.

The Train
With 21 saloons, the Deccan Odyssey is jointly ventured by Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation and Indian Railways. Of 21 carriages, 13 are passenger saloons, 1 conference car, 1 spa car, 2 presidential suite cars and 1 staff carriage. Each passenger saloon accommodates 8 passengers while presidential car accommodates just 4 guests. With a few guests onboard, the personalized care and hospitality is assured. The facilities include DVD, TV, in-cabin telephone with direct dial, ornate panels and art deco interiors, silk bedding, attached bathrooms, channel music, doctor onboard and much more.

The hospitality
The saloons are tastefully decorated with period furniture, silk drapery and ornate wall paintings and carvings that evoke a classic ambience and a feeling of royalty. There are two restaurant cars which prepare a wide array of Indian and continental delicacies and present with love and style. Savor the lip-smacking sumptuous Indian and Deccan specialties and grab a nightcap from the well-stocked bars. The personalized care of the train crew will surely put you on a pedestal. With everything taken care of, you can surrender yourself to the care of the attendant staff. While away your time with your beloved, rekindle the romance and soak in the opulence that is offered.

The sojourn
The Deccan Odyssey starts its journey from Mumbai and weaves its wonderful sojourn through places of tourist interest showcasing the local culture, traditions, cuisine, wildlife and nature at its best. You’ll visit Sindhudurg, Tarkarli, Goa, Kolhapur, Aurangabad, Ellora, Chandrapur, Wardha (Sevagram), Ajanta and Nashik. Lose yourself on the pristine beaches of Sindhudurg, Tarkarli and Goa, savor a slice of history at Kolhapur and Wardha, explore the wildlife in its bare wilderness at Chandrapur, be mesmerized by the world heritage sites at Ajanta and Ellora and discover the kaleidoscope of many hues and customs that the state of Maharashtra has to offer.