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Heritage Odyssey (Deccan Odyssey)

Eight-day luxury train tour through Rajasthan and Delhi on Deccan Odyssey

Illustration of Heritage Odyssey (Deccan Odyssey)

Orient Rail Journeys operates the Heritage Odyssey aboard the Deccan Odyssey, a luxury train that travels through Rajasthan and Delhi over eight days and seven nights. The journey begins in Delhi and ends in Jaipur, with stops in Agra, Sawai Madhopur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, and Jaisalmer. All nights are spent aboard the train, which departs each evening after daytime sightseeing. Days feature guided private tours of major heritage sites: the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, the palaces and lakes of Udaipur, the imposing Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, and the desert fort of Jaisalmer. A morning safari at Ranthambore National Park is included on Day 3. Meals, transfers to attractions, and guided tours are covered throughout. This tour suits luxury travellers seeking immersion in India's royal history without the logistics of changing hotels daily.

What to know before you look closer

  • The from-price for this luxury train package is not listed in the operator materials; contact Orient Rail Journeys for current rates and availability.
  • All nights are spent aboard the Deccan Odyssey; there are no hotel stays during this tour.
  • Day 3 includes an early morning safari departure at 06:30 Hrs, requiring an early wake-up.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Onboard the train

    Delhi

    Board the Deccan Odyssey at the Delhi railway station and begin your enchanting journey, proceed to Agra. (Departure at 1800 Hrs)

  2. Day 2railovernight: Onboard the train

    Agra

    Arrives at the Mughal citadel of Agra. 08:30 Hrs: Deboard and drive to Agra from Tundla Railway Station. 09:30 Hrs: Visit the Taj Mahal. 13:00 Hrs: Lunch at City Hotel. 14:00 Hrs: Proceed to Agra Fort. 16:30 Hrs: Visit Kalakriti to witness Pietra Dura inlay work. 19:00 Hrs: Return to the Deccan Odyssey for dinner. Departure at 20:00.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Onboard the train

    Sawai Madhopur

    Arrive at Sawai Madhopur. 06:30 Hrs: Proceed for Ranthambore Morning Safari. 11:30 Hrs: Return to Deccan Odyssey for lunch as train departs for Udaipur.

  4. Day 4overnight: Onboard the train

    Udaipur

    Arrive at the princely city of Udaipur. 10:00 Hrs: Visit the City Palace followed by a boat cruise at Lake Pichola. 13:30 Hrs: Lunch at City Hotel. 14:30 Hrs: Walking tour through the Old City of Udaipur. 18:00 Hrs: Return to the Deccan Odyssey. Departure at 20:00.

  5. Day 5overnight: Onboard the train

    Jodhpur

    Arrive at Jodhpur, visit the imposing Mehrangarh Fort. 10:00 Hrs: Deboard and sightseeing tour of Jodhpur. 13:30 Hrs: Return to Deccan Odyssey for lunch. 15:00 Hrs: Tuk Tuk ride to Clock Tower market. 18:30 Hrs: Return to Deccan Odyssey. Departure at 20:00.

  6. Day 6overnight: Onboard the train

    Jaisalmer

    Arrive at Jaisalmer, heart of the Thar Desert. 08:30 Hrs: Deboard for sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. 09:30 Hrs: Visit Jaisalmer Fort & Nathmal Ki Haveli. 13:30 Hrs: Return to Deccan Odyssey for lunch. 15:00 Hrs: Proceed to the Dunes for Sundowners. 18:30 Hrs: Return to Deccan Odyssey. Departure at 20:30.

  7. Day 7overnight: Onboard the train

    Jaipur

    Arrive at the historic capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur, the Pink City. 08:30 Hrs: Disembark, welcome at the station. 09:00 Hrs: Leave for Amber Fort. 10:30 Hrs: Visit Amber Fort. 13:00 Hrs: Lunch at City Hotel. 14:30 Hrs: Visit City Palace and drive past Hawa Mahal. 18:30 Hrs: Return to Deccan Odyssey. Departure at 20:00.

  8. Day 8

    Delhi

    Arrive at Delhi, where your journey comes to an end.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Day 2: Visit the Taj Mahal in Agra, then explore Agra Fort and witness Pietra Dura inlay work at Kalakriti.
  • Day 3Day 3: Early morning Ranthambore Safari departs at 06:30 Hrs to spot wildlife in the national park.
  • Day 4Day 4: Boat cruise on Lake Pichola in Udaipur followed by a walking tour through the Old City.
  • Day 5Day 5: Explore the imposing Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur and ride a tuk tuk to the Clock Tower market.
  • Day 6Day 6: Visit Jaisalmer Fort and Nathmal Ki Haveli in the heart of the Thar Desert, then watch sundowners from the dunes.

Included

  • Meals
  • Guided private tours
  • Transfers to attractions

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Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in this package?
Yes. All seven nights are spent aboard the Deccan Odyssey luxury train. Daily transfers from the train to attractions and back are also included.
Which cities does the Deccan Odyssey visit?
The train stops in Delhi, Agra, Sawai Madhopur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, and Jaipur over eight days.
What is included in the Heritage Odyssey package?
Meals, guided private tours at each destination, and transfers to attractions are included. All accommodation is aboard the train.
Is this an escorted or independent tour?
This is an escorted tour. Guided private tours are provided at each stop, with transfers and logistics arranged by Orient Rail Journeys.
What is the main activity at Sawai Madhopur?
Day 3 includes a morning safari departing at 06:30 Hrs at Ranthambore National Park. Travellers return to the train by 11:30 Hrs for lunch as the train departs for Udaipur.
How much walking is involved?
The itinerary includes walking tours through Udaipur's Old City, sightseeing on foot at forts and palaces, and a tuk tuk ride through Jodhpur. An early morning safari at Ranthambore is also included.

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