Facilities
Golden Chariot Train Facilities
The Golden Chariot is a famous Luxury train worldwide for its royal journey that travels to popular destinations of South Indian states such as Karnataka, Hampi, and Goa. The 19 coaches of the train are painted in purple and gold. While traveling in this train in South India, an ordinary person can also experience a royalty-like feeling.
The Golden Chariot is facilitated with luxury in a five-star hotel. The arrangement and ambiance provided in this luxury train include beautifully designed plush cabins, a multi-cuisine restaurant and lounge, a reviving health spa, and a state-of-the-art conference car. In the duration of 7 7-day-long itinerary, the Golden Chariot has made everything possible to make you feel at home with extraordinary facilities and courteous staff services.
With world-class amenities and cultured hospitality, Golden Chariot has been recognized as one of the seven best luxury trains in the world.
Have a look at the Golden Chariot facilities listed below for your benevolent perusal.
Cabin and Accommodation
The number of passenger coaches of the train is 11, and their construction takes all possible precautions to bring them closer to human history. The coaches were initially named after the various royal houses of Karnatak, which are Rastrakuta, Hoysala, Ganga, Kadamb, Chalukya Bhamani, Adilshahi, Sangam, Shatavashana, Yudukula, and Vijayanagar. In the interiors of the train, there is a feeling of Raja having a personal bedchamber. The Golden Chariot coach is artistically decorated with many delicate carvings. Furniture takes its inspiration from Mysore and Hoysala architecture.
Highlights of the Golden Chariot Cabin
- There are 26 twin beds, 17 double bed cabins, and 1 cabin for the physically challenged.
- Writing desk/ Vanity
- Each cabin is equipped with Wi-Fi, an LCD TV, a DVD with six satellite channels, a wardrobe, a vanity/writing desk, and a private toilet with luxurious amenities and accessories.
Dining and Restaurant - Nala and Ruchi Restaurant
There are two restaurants on the train, one of which is decorated with non-vegetarian dishes and the other one experiences a taste of non-vegetarian dishes. The vegetarian restaurant is named Nala, which is derived from the name of the legendary chef Nala. The non-vegetarian restaurant is named Ruchi, which is also derived from the Sanskrit language, which means taste in Hindi. The interior decoration of the restaurant is similar to the ruins of Hampi and Helbid. The restaurant has a two / or four-seater cabin which is comfortable during meals.
Both the Golden Chariot restaurant aspire to fulfill the lip-smacking expectations of passengers by serving appetizing cuisine. The arrangement of both Indian and international cuisine is served to be delectable among the guests in a cultured amenity. Conventional Indian dining with a variety of chutney, rice, and curries is the most demanding after food in the Golden Chariot.
The food is prepared by a proficient chef with the slightest spices to suit the requirements of international guests. Both table d’hote and a la carte menus are available to frame your taste buds.
Highlights of the Golden Chariot Train Restaurants
- The interior design reflects the grandeur of the history of the Hampi and Halebid temples.
- There are four and double-seater dining cabins with comfortable sofas and chairs onboard.
Lounge and Bar
Madira bar is a beautifully designed bar onboard the Golden Chariot train. Madira means the mythical drink of the Gods, which serves to relieve fatigue during the day. Along with Madeira, travelers can also enjoy exhibits by local artisans. The bar is modeled after the world-famous Mysore Palace for elegant seating and decoration. The day trip is described by local artisans.
Conference Car
The Golden Chariot allows its privileged passengers within the train to execute their business meetings while traveling between historical sites. A conference coach with a seating capacity of 30 people also has a 42-inch LCD television. The conference coach provides a high-speed internet connection through which passengers can connect with the outside world.
Highlights of the Golden Chariot Conference Coach
- Comfortable seats for 30 guests.
- A 42-inch LCD TV.
- High-speed internet surfing area.
Recreation Coach/ Gym Coach
Travelers traveling in the Golden Chariot need not miss their daily exercise. The 'Nirvana' Spa, housed on the train, has a separate gym coach in the Golden Chariot with traditional Ayurvedic massage, where guests can work out and burn those extra calories, to help travelers relieve stress and stay healthy.
Highlights of the Golden Chariot Recreation & Gym Coach
- Ayurveda massage facilities
- Fully equipped gymnasium.