What is Deccan Odyssey Train?

Deccan Odyssey is a special luxury train that boosts tourism on the Maharashtra route. The collaboration runs the train between Indian Railways and the State Government of Maharashtra. Read here all about what the Deccan Odyssey train is.

History of Deccan Odyssey

The lavish Deccan Odyssey Train made its maiden tour on January 17, 2004, set out in collaboration by MTDC or Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation and the Indian Railways after the success of Palace on Wheels, India’s first luxury train. The onboard services are managed by the famous Taj Group of Hotels.

Destinations Covered

There are six Deccan Odyssey Train Journeys that cover a large number of top Indian tourist destinations, depending on the tour selected by the guest. The luxury tour duration is seven nights and eight days on each journey. Experience luxury onboard the Deccan Odyssey as you visit the handpicked destinations of India along the beautiful western coast.

Some places include the Little Rann of Kutch, Ajanta or Ellora Caves, the ancient ruins of Hampi, Sawai Madhopur, City of Lakes - Udaipur, Jaipur, and many other famous places in various states like Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, and Karnataka. Explore all the destinations included in each tour and get the detailed itinerary of the Deccan Odyssey train.

Itinerary of Deccan Odyssey:

7N / 8D Heritage Odyssey
7N / 8D Maharashtra Splendor
7N / 8D Maharashtra Wild Trail
7N / 8D Indian Odyssey
7N / 8D Indian Sojourn
7N / 8D Cultural Odyssey

About The Train

The Deccan Odyssey is also known as India's Blue Luxury Train due to the exterior design of the train. There are 21 carriages, and 11 are dedicated to accommodate the guest cabins, including air-conditioned Presidential Suites and Deluxe Cabins, equipped with en-suite washrooms.

The luxury train also has a conference car, a health/beauty spa, a mini gym, a parlor, and a library to entertain the guests. Cabins are done up with wall-to-wall carpeting and vibrant decor, giving an ambiance of a palace. While the carriages have names of various ancient regions of Maharashtra, the interiors are also inspired by a region's culture and tradition. Keeping in mind guests' requirements of basic needs, facilities are provided for the king's comfort and impeccable hospitality onboard the Deccan Odyssey Train.

Some Information on Deccan Odyssey:

Deccan Odyssey train route
Deccan Odyssey Information
Deccan Odyssey Train History
Deccan Odyssey Price
Deccan Odyssey Schedule

Facilities

The train offers all facilities, and guests can select the accommodation as per their requirements or budget. There is an intercom, channel music, and a DVD player with six channels to keep guests entertained during travel. Guests can enjoy eating in the two laid-back onboard restaurants of the Deccan Odyssey. There are en-suite washrooms with running hot and cold water, toiletries, and towels, etc.

The Train also has an onboard paramedic in case of emergency or medical requirements. Other facilities include laundry services, telephone calls, wheelchair access, and a menu for guests with special dietary requirements.

Note: Please note that a few services noted here are included only on select tours or require prior intimation to the train management while booking / boarding, and charges for some facilities noted here are excluded in the Deccan Odyssey Tariff.

Bar & Restaurant

There are two restaurants onboard called Peshwa I and Peshwa II that serve new dishes on the menu every day. It includes traditional, continental, Indian, and oriental delicacies for guests who comfortably enjoy meals in a soothing ambiance. Staff who serve guests are cordial and dressed in traditional Maharashtra attire, reflecting the inspiration of tradition and culture.

Guests can unwind with their choice of Domestic or International selection in the bar that is stocked up with various liqueurs, whiskeys, beers, wines, spirits, Cognacs, and even non-alcoholic beverages such as coffee.

Health Spa & Fitness Gym

The Deccan Odyssey has a dedicated area on the train to help fitness-conscious guests keep fit while on the week-long luxury tour. There is also a health spa facility that offers traditional Ayurveda Spas by trained staff onboard the Deccan Odyssey.

Each carriage has a dedicated butler to take care of guests and also guides during off-board sightseeing excursions. Staff are friendly, professional, and speak English. It is good to pack light and carry less baggage, even though there are porters to carry the luggage only at the points of embarkation and disembarkation of the journey. 

If you would like to visit India and see top ancient destinations in complete luxury, then book tickets for the Deccan Odyssey Train for a week-long memorable tour. Please kindly check the terms and conditions of Deccan Odyssey before booking the journey.