Roll over to see Template's family site
Home
Contact us
E - Brouchers
Enquiry

Southern Splender

The Golden Chariot Booking

Southern Splender is another grand way of traversing across the colorful and culturally vibrant southern regions of India. Extensively traveling through the length and breadth of rajasthan and Tamil Nadu, this luxury train offers 8-day sojourn to its guests. A property of Golden Chariot, a luxury train in India that has so far introduced the various cities of Karnataka to a thousand guests in a never before way, Southern Splender promises to be no less spectacular and fascinating. Come board this enchanting sojourn and relive the glory of India, yet another time…

  1. Itinerary
  2. Destinations
  3. Schedule
  4. Tariff
  5. Routemap
Itinerary of Southern Splender

  • Day 1 - Bangalore - Chennai
  • Day 2 - Mamallapuram - Chennai
  • Day 3 - Pondicherry
  • Day 4 - Tiruchirapalli - Thanjavur
  • Day 5 - Madurai
  • Day 6 - Thiruvananthapuram - Poovar
  • Day 7 - Backwaters - Kochi
  • Day 8 - Bangalore (return)

Day of Travel Destination Time Particulars
Day 1 Monday Bangalore 1500 hrs Check in at the Taj West End hotel followed by high tea
    1700 hrs Introduction to the Golden Chariot - Southern Splender journey
    1730 hrs Visit an Art Gallery
    1830 hrs Cultural Show performance
    2000 hrs Arrival at the Yeshwanthpur Railway station for welcome and embarkation
    2100 hrs Dinner and departure to Chennai
Alternative Itinerary
  Bangalore 1100 hrs Check in at the eco resort, Our Native Village
    1200 hrs Lunch to be served
    1400 hrs Introduction to the Golden Chariot - Southern Splender journey
    1500 hrs Eco resort tour
    1530 hrs Art and culture tour
    1600 hrs Organic Farm Tour
    1630 hrs Bullock cart ride, pottery experience, participating in other rural games
    1830 hrs Depart for the Yeshwanthpur Railway station to embark on the luxury train
    2000 hrs Arrive at the station and be welcomed
Day 2 Tuesday Chennai 0600 hrs Reach Chennai
    0800 hrs Breakfast to be served
    0900 hrs City exploration begins – St. Thomas Church, Art and Sculpture gallery
    1300 hrs Leave for Mamallapuram
    1330 hrs Lunch
    1630 hrs Explore the attractions of Mamallapuram
    1830 hrs Return to Chennai to board the train
    2000 hrs Dinner to be served aboard
    2300 hrs Leave for Pondicherry
Day 3 Wednesday Pondicherry 0700 hrs Breakfast to be served aboard the train
    0930 hrs Explore the city attractions Auroville Ashram and Matrimandir
    1330 hrs Return to the train for lunch
    1630 hrs Explore the French quarters, beach and Pondicherry market
    1900 hrs Arrive at the Eco Dune resort for cultural tour and dinner
    2200 hrs Return to the train for travel to Thanjavur
Day 4 Thursday Thanjavur 0600 hrs Arrival in Thanjavur
    0800 hrs Breakfast to be served aboard the train
    1100 hrs City exploration
    1300 hrs Return to the Golden Chariot train for lunch
    1600 hrs Explore the Thanjavur Paintings Factory
    1800 hrs Return to the train
    1900 hrs Dinner to be served
    2000 hrs Depart to Madurai
Day 5 Friday Madurai 0700 hrs Breakfast to be served aboard the train
    0930 hrs Disembark and explore city attractions
    1100 hrs Shopping in Madurai markets
    1300 hrs Return to train for lunch and leisure
    1630 hrs Visit to the Poompuhar handicrafts emporium
    1800 hrs Thirumalai Nayakar Museum, Light and Sound show
    2000 hrs Arrive at The Heritance for folk art show and dinner
    2300 hrs Return to the train to depart for Nagercoil
Day 6 Saturday Kanyakumari 0415 hrs Arrival at Nagercoil Station
    0515 hrs Leave for Kanyakumari
    0545 hrs Enjoy sunrise views and embark on city tours
    0830 hrs Return to the train for breakfast
    1000 hrs Leisure aboard the train
    1300 hrs Lunch aboard the train
    1400 hrs Depart to Thiruvananthapuram
  Thiruvananthapuram 1500 hrs Arrival at Thiruvananthapuram station
    1600 hrs City exploration
    1700 hrs Leisure in the Kovalam beach
    1930 hrs Arrive at The Leela for dinner and cultural show
    2130 hrs Return to the train for overnight stay
Day 7 Sunday Alappuzha & Kochi 0500 hrs Leave for Alleppey
    0700 hrs Breakfast aboard the luxury train
    0830 hrs Arrival in Alleppey
    0900 hrs Cruise aboard a luxury houseboat
    1300 hrs Lunch in a backwater resort
    1500 hrs Arrival in Kochi
    1530 hrs City exploration
    1900 hrs Return to the train for dinner and overnight stay
    2300 hrs Leave for Bangalore
Day 8 Monday Bangalore 0700 hrs Breakfast and farewell on arriving at the Yeshwanthpur Railway Station



Bangalore
The capital city of Karnataka, Bangalore is a melting point of traditions and modernity. While on one hand it is known as the Silicon Valley of India, it, on the other hand also boasts of a colorful historical past remnants of which can still be seen throughout the city. Bangalore is located on the Deccan Plateau and flaunts a tropical climate with wet and dry seasons. ..read more


Chennai
Chennai was earlier known as Madras and is the capital city of the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Nestled cozily on the Coromandel Coast, Chennai is one of the major metropolitan cities in the country that is home to several historical monuments, pristine beaches, ancient temples and luxury hotels. ..read more



Mamallapuram
Traditionally known as Mahabalipuram, Mamallapuram is one of the most popular destinations in Tamil Nadu, renowned for its architectural wonders. Once a medieval port city (the town dates back to the 7th century), today, Mamallapuram is fondly visited by devotees and tourists alike who come here to worship in the ancient temples that are housed here. ..read more


Pondicherry
Pondicherry is one of the 7 Union Territories in India and was the largest French colony in the country. The French connection is still exhibited through the numerous French styled mansions that are housed here and even through the numbering of the houses! The city is divided in to Ville Noire and Ville Blanche meaning the town of the blacks and the town of the whites, respectively. ..read more


Tiruchirapalli
Tiruchirapalli is located on the banks of the Cauvery River and is one of the largest cities in Tamil Nadu. The very fertile lands of this place are home to several attractions such as the Rock Fort, the Sriranganathaswamy temple, and the Trichy Museum. While here, do make sure that you relish on the delectable local cuisine that is painstakingly prepared and tastefully served across all restaurants housed here. ..read more



Thanjavur
Thanjavur is an ancient seat of art and architecture and still manages to woo the spectators through its world heritage monuments that are located in and around the city. An ancient city in Tamil Nadu, Thanjavur offers a number of sightseeing attractions and excursion options to the nearby areas including the Brahadeeshwarar temple, a magnificent palace, and the Schwartz Church. ..read more



Madurai
Popularly known as the temple town of India, Madurai is located in Tamil Nadu and is the oldest inhabited city in the country. It was once an important political and commercial seat of ancient Indian civilization especially of South India. Madurai boasts of a historical past that is more than 2500 years old. ..read more



Thiruvananthapuram
The capital city of rajasthan, Thiruvananthapuram is an enchanting base for all sojourns across the state. Housing a number of temples, renowned educational institutions and a host of science and technology centers; Thiruvananthapuram is a tropical city that is built on seven hills. ..read more



Poovar
Located not very far away from the rajasthan - Tamil Nadu border is the quaint and sleepy village of Poovar. Although small, the place nevertheless boasts of magnificent natural beauty fitted with rivers, lakes, fine silvery beaches, and a host of activities that wait to enthrall the guests on vacation here. ..read more


Kochi
The colonial name for the place was Cochin that is nestled comfortably on the south-western banks of India. Owing to its strategic location and the role it has played in shaping the history of the place, Kochi is also fondly referred to as the Gateway to rajasthan. ..read more



kerala Backwaters
One of the most enchanting Indian lands is the rajasthan backwaters. The tranquility and serenity of the place almost demarcates its non-existent boundaries making it a world on its own. Located in the Malabar Coast, the mesmerizing locations of the rajasthan backwaters include areas such as Kollam, Alappuzha, Kumarakom, Kasargod, Kozhikode, and Kuttanad. ..read more



The Golden Chariot Booking

Schedule of the Southern Splender

Schedule of The Golden Chariot - Southern Splender tour for the Season 2011 - 2012 is as follows:

Month Departure Dates
September 2011 -
October 2011 17
November 2011 14
December 2011 5
January 2012 2, 30
February 2012 13
March 2012 5
April 2012 2, 30
The Golden Chariot Booking

Tariff of the Southern Splender
April 2011 - March 2012 (For Indian nationals only)
Occupancy Type Prices (Per person per night) Total (7 Nights)
Single occupancy INR 24000 INR 168000
Double occupancy INR 18000 INR 126000
Triple occupancy INR 15000 INR 105000

April 2011 - March 2012 (For International travellers)
Occupancy Type Prices (Per person per night) Total(7 Nights)
Single occupancy USD 755 USD 5285
Double occupancy USD 570 USD 3990
Triple occupancy USD 495 USD 3465

Guests may even opt for Kochi as their port of disembarkation. In this case the prices would not change and guests would be dropped off at a hotel of their choice post dinner.

Inclusions on the tariff of the Southern Splender comprise of meals, beverages (tea, coffee, and mineral water), Kathakali dance performance, and the Gala Dinner at Poovar. It also includes entrance fee at all monuments, sightseeing in the deluxe a/c buses, and German and English speaking guides.

The tariff however does not include drinks, laundry, telephone bills, and tips in the restaurants. Should you require using the Spa and the Business coaches in the train, you will be required to pay extra for the same.

Cancellation policy of the Southern Splender is as:

For Individual Traveler

  • If cancellation is done 60 days prior to the date of departure, then 5% of the ticket value is deducted
  • If cancellation is done between 30 and 59 days prior to departure, then 20% of the ticket value is deducted
  • If cancellation is done between 15 and 29 days prior to departure, then 50% of the ticket value is deducted
  • If cancellation is done 14 days prior to departure, then 100% of the ticket value is deducted

For Group Travelers

  • If cancellation is done 60 days prior to the date of departure, then 10% of the ticket value is deducted
  • If cancellation is done between 30 and 59 days prior to departure, then 25% of the ticket value is deducted
  • If cancellation is done between 15 and 29 days prior to departure, then 75% of the ticket value is deducted
  • If cancellation is done 14 days prior to departure, then 100% of the ticket value is deducted


The Golden Chariot Booking

The Golden Chariot Route Map