Itinerary
Day 1 : Mumbai/ Bijapur
Deccan Odyssey
The Deccan Odyssey offers you a memorable and comfortable way of touring if you have limited time. You pack in a lot in seven days. Most of the distances are covered at night while you are sleeping amidst the dreams.
Meeting assistance upon arrival in Mumbai railway station, our representative will welcome you and escort you to your 5* railways.
Life on board is all about comfort. All the cabins and the suites of the Deccan Odyssey are wonderfully regal with huge windows, comfortable beds, and LCD TV's as well as DVD players.
Upon arrival at your luxurious train, prepare yourself for a traditional welcome accorded with a refreshing drink.
Dinner on-board.
Overnight at Deccan Odyssey
Day 2 : Bijapur
Aihole
Nothing can be said about the magic of these places as everything is self explanatory. Aihole is famous as the "cradle of the Indian Architecture". We will also visit Pattadakal – Situated on the left bank of the Malaprabha River, a world heritage centre, and, has 10 major temples representing early Chalukyan architecture.
Deccan Odyssey
The Deccan Odyssey offers you a memorable and comfortable way of touring if you have limited time. You pack in a lot in seven days. Most of the distances are covered at night while you are sleeping amidst the dreams.
train rolls into Bijapur
Established by Kalyani Chalukyas between 10th and 11th centuries, Bijapur is a popular city in Karnataka - a historic capital of the Sultans of Deccan. When the Bijapur was under the support of the Adil Shah dynasty, the city was one among the renowned cities of the country surpassing great cities like that of Agra and Delhi.
Adil Shah, the Sultan of Bijapur
As the name suggests, the Gol Gumbaz is a round dome, the structure of the dome celebrates the grandeur of Deccan art and architecture. Later, we will proceed to the Jumma Masjid (one of the first mosques in India), Malik-e-Maidan (the largest medieval cannon in the world), Mehtar Mahal (it is a 17th century ornamental entrance to a mosque), Ibrahim Rouza (one of the Islamic monuments comprising of a 24 m high minarets).
Morning, enjoy your breakfast, as your luxury train rolls into Bijapur.
Start your day with a visit to the first attraction, Gol Gumbaz; the second largest tomb in the world and the mausoleum of Adil Shah, the Sultan of Bijapur.
Get back to the comforts of your Deccan Odyssey for lunch.
The luxury train further heads to Aihole and Pattadakal.
Dinner Onboard
Overnight at Deccan Odessey
Day 3 : Aihole/Pattadakal
Hampi
Founded in the 14th Century, this was the glorious capital city of a flourishing dynasty that was great patrons of art and architecture. The remains can still be seen in the vast ruins of Hampi, which historians have praised as 'greater than Rome'. Hampi is famous for its ruins belonging to the erstwhile medieval Hindu kingdom of Vijayanagar and it has been declared a World Heritage site. The temples of Hampi, its monolithic sculptures and monuments, attract the traveler because of their excellent workmanship. The Hindu style of architecture found at Hampi reflects the splendor of the Vijayanagar Empire. The rugged landscape adds to the historic ambience of this site.
Aihole
Nothing can be said about the magic of these places as everything is self explanatory. Aihole is famous as the "cradle of the Indian Architecture". We will also visit Pattadakal – Situated on the left bank of the Malaprabha River, a world heritage centre, and, has 10 major temples representing early Chalukyan architecture.
Deccan Odyssey
The Deccan Odyssey offers you a memorable and comfortable way of touring if you have limited time. You pack in a lot in seven days. Most of the distances are covered at night while you are sleeping amidst the dreams.
weaving village of Guledgudda
Here you can witness the hand and power looms of Ilkal and Khan. Get familiarized with the weaving process, or, you can enjoy the sightseeing at Badami, its rock-cut caves, and beautifully sculptured temples.
This day is set out to explore the holy shrines and age-old attractions of Aihole and Pattadakal. Here, you get to witness the temples built by the Chalukyan kings.
Proceed to Pattadakal, which boasts of a mélange of South Indian (Dravidian) and North Indian (Nagara) construction styles.
Return back to relish your lunch on board.
Following lunch, you can opt for a short trip to the impressive weaving village of Guledgudda.
Dinner on-board.
Continue your journey to Hampi.
Overnight at Deccan Odyssey
Day 4 : Hampi
Hampi
Founded in the 14th Century, this was the glorious capital city of a flourishing dynasty that was great patrons of art and architecture. The remains can still be seen in the vast ruins of Hampi, which historians have praised as 'greater than Rome'. Hampi is famous for its ruins belonging to the erstwhile medieval Hindu kingdom of Vijayanagar and it has been declared a World Heritage site. The temples of Hampi, its monolithic sculptures and monuments, attract the traveler because of their excellent workmanship. The Hindu style of architecture found at Hampi reflects the splendor of the Vijayanagar Empire. The rugged landscape adds to the historic ambience of this site.
Deccan Odyssey
The Deccan Odyssey offers you a memorable and comfortable way of touring if you have limited time. You pack in a lot in seven days. Most of the distances are covered at night while you are sleeping amidst the dreams.
as the train reaches Hospet
Visit the well-known World Heritage Sites of Hampi, which is extremely popular for its brilliant constructions of ancient monuments.First, we will visit the most legendary attraction of Hampi, the Narasimha statue. Later, we will visit the Mustard Ganesh. Here, you will witness an elephant God statue. Enjoy the architectural splendors around and take a long walk along the banks of the Tungabhadra River. After visiting the Virupaksha Temple, we will proceed to visit the Vittala Temple, which exhibits the architecture of the Vijayanagara Empire.
explore the Royal Center
The Royal center constitutes of courtly and military structures that were once the citadel of Vijayanagara Kings. Thereafter, we will visit the Queen’s Bath (ancient-royal stepped tank), Mahanavami Dibba, Hazararama Temple, Queens Enclosure along with its Lotus Mahal and the Elephant Stables. As we have done with exploring in and around Hampi, now we will get back to the Hospet Station to board our Deccan.
Morning, have your breakfast as the train reaches Hospet.
Travel back to Hospet for lunch on your luxury train.
Take some rest, and then get ready to explore the Royal Center at Hampi.
Dinner on-board as Deccan Odyssey progresses for Hyderabad.
Overnight at Deccan Odyssey
Day 5 : Hyderabad
Deccan Odyssey
The Deccan Odyssey offers you a memorable and comfortable way of touring if you have limited time. You pack in a lot in seven days. Most of the distances are covered at night while you are sleeping amidst the dreams.
royal city of the Nizams
Formerly, Hyderabad was named after Bhagmati, who was the Hindu wife of Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, later changed to Islam religion with a name Hyder Mahal.
Return to the comforts of the luxury train
You may also stroll around the vibrant bazaars of Hyderabad, where you can put your hands on the various shopping, articles such as pearls, lace bangles and ittars (perfumes).
This morning, the Deccan Odyssey enters Hyderabad, which is famous as the royal city of the Nizams.
Following your breakfast, proceed to visit the Golconda; the epitome of Nizami culture and grandeur.
Return to the comforts of the luxury train for lunch and some rest.
Later, we will head to explore the Falaknuma Palace.
Dinner Onboard.
Overnight at Deccan Odyssey
