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Heritage Odyssey (Deccan Odyssey)

Eight-day luxury train loop through Rajasthan and Agra aboard Deccan Odyssey

Illustration of Heritage Odyssey (Deccan Odyssey)

The Deccan Odyssey, operated by Travelogy India, is a luxury train journey that circles through Delhi, Agra, and the heartland of Rajasthan over eight days and seven nights. You board in Delhi in the evening and spend the entire trip onboard, traveling to each destination while sleeping and dining on the train. Days begin with breakfast onboard, then you disembark for private guided tours at each stop: the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort in Agra; a tiger safari at Ranthambore National Park; the palaces and old quarters of Udaipur, Jodhpur, and Jaipur; and Jaisalmer Fort in the Thar Desert. Meals, transfers, and tours are all included. This trip suits travelers seeking luxury rail comfort, those with deep interest in Indian palaces and forts, and anyone who prefers guided, all-arranged journeys with no logistical decisions to make.

What to know before you look closer

  • The pack lists no confirmed departure dates; verify 2025-2026 availability with Travelogy India before booking.
  • Single occupancy pricing is identical to the base Deluxe Cabin price; twin occupancy is $13,300, which is significantly higher.
  • The itinerary states children may share a separate cabin at price-on-request; confirm child rates and cabin arrangements directly.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Deccan Odyssey (onboard)

    Delhi

    Board the train and settle in as it moves towards the first destination, Agra. (Departure at 18:00)

  2. Day 2railovernight: Deccan Odyssey (onboard)

    Agra

    Breakfast onboard. Visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, followed by lunch, before the train moves towards Rajasthan. (Departure at 21:00)

  3. Day 3railovernight: Deccan Odyssey (onboard)

    Sawai Madhopur

    Breakfast onboard as the train arrives at Sawai Madhopur, famous for Ranthambore National Park. Jungle safari to spot tigers, then a village safari tour. (Departure at 19:30)

  4. Day 4overnight: Deccan Odyssey (onboard)

    Udaipur

    Welcome to the 'City of Lakes'. Visit City Palace and its Crystal Gallery, then a walking tour of the Old City. Lavish lunch with specialties at a lovely venue. (Departure at 21:00)

  5. Day 5railovernight: Deccan Odyssey (onboard)

    Jodhpur

    Explore the 'Blue City'. Visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum. Board the train as it moves onward. (Departure at 20:00). Source text states the train moves to 'its last location, Delhi' here, though Jaisalmer and Jaipur are visited on the following two days - preserved verbatim as a likely copy/paste inconsistency.

  6. Day 6overnight: Deccan Odyssey (onboard)

    Jaisalmer

    Arrive in the 'Golden City' / 'Desert City', located in the Thar Desert, founded by Maharaja Rawal Jaisal in 1156 AD. Explore Jaisalmer Fort, the city, and markets. (Departure at 20:30)

  7. Day 7railovernight: Deccan Odyssey (onboard)

    Jaipur

    Arrive in the 'Pink City', capital of Rajasthan. Witness Hawa Mahal and City Palace, explore the colorful markets, then board the train for the next destination.

  8. Day 8rail

    Delhi

    The train rolls into Delhi and the journey ends.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Visit the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, then the train departs for Rajasthan.
  • Day 3Jungle safari at Ranthambore National Park to spot tigers, followed by a village safari tour.
  • Day 4Explore Udaipur's City Palace and Crystal Gallery, then walk the Old City with a private guide.
  • Day 6Explore Jaisalmer Fort and the city markets in the heart of the Thar Desert.
  • Day 7View Jaipur's Hawa Mahal and City Palace, then explore the colorful markets of the Pink City.

Included

  • Meals
  • Guided private tours
  • Transfers to the attractions

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Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. All accommodation and rail travel aboard the Deccan Odyssey, meals, private guided tours, and transfers to attractions are included in the package price.
Is the tour escorted or independent?
Escorted. Travelogy India provides private guided tours at each destination and arranges transfers.
Which train am I traveling on?
The Deccan Odyssey, a luxury train in India that travels a loop from Delhi through Agra, Rajasthan, and back to Delhi.
Where do I sleep each night?
Onboard the Deccan Odyssey. Cabin options are Deluxe (starting at $9,330 single occupancy) and Presidential Suite (starting at $20,000 single occupancy).
What cities does the tour visit?
Delhi, Agra, Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore National Park), Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, and Jaipur. The tour departs and returns to Delhi over eight days.
How much walking is involved?
Moderate. Activities include guided walking tours of city centers (Udaipur's Old City, Jaipur's markets, Jaisalmer's fort and markets), fort exploration, and a jungle safari at Ranthambore National Park.

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