Travel aboard Golden Chariot to Unravel the Cultural Potpourri of South India

South India is a land boasting of myriad cultural hues always features in the priority list of those travelers who wants to explore the ancient culture of India. The southern region of India proudly stands as a testimony to ancient Dravidian culture whose relics are sprinkled all across three different states- Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala. For those who want to experience the cultural richness of this region in a luxurious manner, a journey aboard Golden Chariot comes is one of the best options available for them.

Golden Chariot was introduced in 2008 as a joint endeavor of Karnataka State Tourism and Development Corporation (KSTDC) and the Indian Railways to provide luxury rail journeys in south India. Built on the lines of famous Palace on Wheels, this India luxury train endeavors to provide similar experience of opulent and elegant rail journey.

Golden Chariot with its two itineraries- Pride of the South and Splendor of the South - takes guests on a weeklong expedition across various culturally potent and historically prominent destinations of India. Whereas Pride of the South takes guests on a weeklong sojourn across various historic destinations in Karnataka, the Splendor of the South offers sneak peek into various prominent destinations of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala.

As mentioned above, each destination in southern region is dotted with several relics of Dravidian architecture and the destinations traversed by this Indian luxury train truly mount up to that statement. The name of this regal train is the biggest proof as it is inspired from the stone chariots of Hampi which is one of the destinations included in Pride of the South itinerary.

Talking about Pride of the South, most of the destinations included in the itinerary houses some prominent temples built during the medieval age by various south Indian rulers in reverence of their favorite deity. These temples are less visited for the religious fervor and more for marveling at the architectural finesse of these historic structures. The destinations of Pride of the South where guests can feast upon historical and cultural heritage of south India include Hassan, Hospet, Hampi and Badami.

Moving on the Splendor of the South, the large number of destinations included in this itinerary fall in the domain of Tamil Nadu and abounds with countless Dravidian temples which too trace their origins from medieval times and got patronage from erstwhile south Indian rulers. Not to forget that Golden Chariot is a luxury train and has been designed to make the journey of guests comfortable and hassle free.

The luxury train in India is outfitted with all the modern facilities and services that are required to make your opulent and elegant to the hilt. The 11 aesthetically appointed coaches of this deluxe train flaunts traditional décor which is aptly complemented by state of the art amenities like Wi-Fi internet, Individual temperature control, LCD television and private en-suite bathrooms. Other facilities such as lavish dining, lounge bar, business centre and Ayurvedic spa have been provided in the train to mount up to the expectations of discerning guests.

A journey on board Golden chariot train uncovers the vast repertoire of south Indian cultural heritage during the course of 8 days and 7 nights journey. The two meticulously designed itineraries of this Indian luxury train features various culturally potent and historically prominent destinations that are enough to familiarize guests how well the relics of past has been preserved and equally revered even after passing away of so many centuries. Travel aboard Golden Chariot for cultural interactions in south India.