Golden Chariot Luxury Train | Routes, Cabins & Overview
The Golden Chariot is a luxury tourist train operating in southern India, offering five-night journeys through Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Goa. Designed to reflect the heritage of South Indian dynasties, the train combines traditional styling with modern comforts and guided cultural excursions.
While the Golden Chariot remains a recognised name in Indian luxury rail travel, The Luxury Train Travel Company currently focuses on the Deccan Odyssey as our preferred Indian luxury train. This page provides an overview of the Golden Chariot and its itineraries for travellers researching India’s luxury rail options.
● Routes
● Cabins
● Life on Board
● Alternative Indian Luxury Trains
● Practical FAQs
Golden Chariot Routes
The Golden Chariot operates two principal five-night circular itineraries departing from Bengaluru.
Pride of Karnataka
Bengaluru ● Bandipur ● Mysore ● Halebidu ● Chikamgaluru ● Hampi ● Goa ● Bengaluru
This journey explores Karnataka’s wildlife reserves, royal palaces, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and coastal Goa.
Jewels of the South
Bengaluru ● Mysore ● Hampi ● Mahabalipuram ● Thanjavur ● Chettinad ● Kumarakom ● Cochin ● Bengaluru
This route combines imperial architecture, temple towns and Kerala’s backwaters.
Both itineraries typically operate between October and March, subject to seasonal scheduling.
Golden Chariot Luxury train Gallery
A selection of photos below give a flavour of life on board the Golden Chariot Luxury Train.
Cabins on the Golden Chariot
The train features Deluxe Cabins with en-suite bathrooms, climate control, wardrobe space and writing desk. Interiors draw inspiration from South India’s historical kingdoms, with decorative detailing and rich fabrics.
Cabins are configured as:
● Twin
● Double
Public areas include two dining cars, a lounge bar and a small spa facility.
Life on Board
Golden Chariot journeys combine overnight rail travel with daytime guided excursions. Highlights typically include:
● Palace visits in Mysore
● Hampi’s UNESCO-listed ruins
● Wildlife safaris
● Temple architecture in Tamil Nadu
● Backwater experiences in Kerala
Meals are served in two themed dining cars, offering a mix of Indian and international cuisine.
Considering Luxury Train Travel in India?
The Golden Chariot is one of several luxury trains operating in India. However, for travellers seeking:
● Larger cabins
● More varied itineraries
● Stronger overall onboard refinement
● Greater operational consistency
We recommend considering the Deccan Odyssey as our preferred Indian luxury rail experience.
The Deccan Odyssey offers multiple routes across Rajasthan, Maharashtra and beyond, with more expansive cabin categories and a consistently high service standard.
You can explore our Deccan Odyssey journeys here:
Practical FAQs
Speak to Our Luxury Rail Specialists
If you are exploring luxury train travel in India and would like impartial guidance on the best option for your journey, our team will be delighted to assist.
We specialise in high-end rail journeys worldwide and can advise on the Deccan Odyssey and other leading luxury trains.
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