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India's Deccan Odyssey - Golden Triangle & Rajasthan

Twelve-day luxury train journey through India's Golden Triangle and Rajasthan

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Great Rail Journeys' twelve-day India's Deccan Odyssey combines hotel stays in Delhi with seven nights aboard the Deccan Odyssey, a luxury train inspired by the golden age of travel. The journey unfolds across India's cultural heartland, moving through the Golden Triangle and into Rajasthan. You begin in Delhi with a free day to explore temples, markets, and the Red Fort, then board the train on Day 4 for a voyage that includes the Taj Mahal in Agra, tiger safaris in Ranthambore National Park, the palaces and bazaars of Udaipur and Jaipur, Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, and the desert town of Jaisalmer. Aboard the Deccan Odyssey, deluxe cabins are decorated to reflect different eras of the Deccan, a spa coach offers treatments, and every meal is prepared and served onboard, often paired with wines from around the world. This tour suits luxury-seeking travellers, repeat rail passengers, history enthusiasts, and photographers drawn to India's architectural heritage and wildlife.

Price history

Across 5 checks, this price has held at £6,320 every time.

£6,3204 Jul12 Sep

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. 3 of 5 points are a live read of the operator's page. Hollow points are values shown when the trip was first listed here and never confirmed with the operator.

What to know before you look closer

  • Day 3 in Delhi is unguided; optional excursions are available at a supplement, but the main itinerary offers free time to explore independently.
  • Hotels in Delhi are offered as options ('The Claridges or The Oberoi'); your final choice depends on availability and the package tier selected.

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Fly to India

    Your journey of a lifetime begins today when you take your overnight flight from London to Delhi.

  2. Day 2overnight: Delhi

    Arrive Delhi

    When you arrive in Delhi you'll be transferred to your hotel. Choose from our handpicked 4* and 5* hotels, on a B&B basis.

  3. Day 3overnight: Delhi

    Exploring Delhi

    Enjoy a free day in Delhi, visiting a temple or two and the Red Fort, or choose one of the optional excursions available at a supplement.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    The Deccan Odyssey

    Transfer to Delhi station where the luxurious Deccan Odyssey Train is waiting, and discover your vintage-styled cabin before your journey begins.

  5. Day 5overnight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    The Taj Mahal

    The Deccan Odyssey arrives at Agra. Enjoy breakfast onboard, then visit the iconic Taj Mahal and other Mughal architectural gems including Agra Fort. Lunch and dinner served onboard, then spend your first night onboard.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    Tiger spotting in Ranthambore National Park

    Arrive at Sawai Madhopur and spend a day in the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, travelling in open vehicles spotting big cats, wild boar and hyenas, with a village safari, then return to the train for dinner.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    Udaipur

    Arrive at Udaipur and visit the City Palace and Crystal Gallery, walk through the Old City, enjoy lunch of local dishes at a magical venue, then return to the train for dinner.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    Jodhpur, the Blue City

    Arrive at Jodhpur and visit Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada, then return to the train for dinner with paired wines.

  9. Day 9railovernight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    The Thar Desert

    Journey into the Thar Desert to Jaisalmer, founded in 1156 A.D, and explore the town and its fort area, then return to the train for dinner.

  10. Day 10railovernight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    Jaipur

    Arrive at Jaipur, the 'Pink City', explore its forts and palaces and colourful bazaars, then return to the train for a relaxed dinner.

  11. Day 11overnight: Delhi

    Delhi

    Leave the Deccan Odyssey behind, disembark at Delhi station and transfer back to your hotel, with free time to relax or explore the city.

  12. Day 12

    Delhi to the UK

    Transfer from your hotel back to Delhi airport for your flight back to London.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 5Visit the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World, following breakfast onboard the Deccan Odyssey in Agra.
  • Day 6Safari through Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in open vehicles to spot tigers, wild boar, and other wildlife in the former hunting ground of the Maharajas of Jaipur.
  • Day 7Explore Udaipur's City Palace and its spectacular Crystal Gallery, then walk through the quaint streets of the Old City.
  • Day 9Journey into the Thar Desert to Jaisalmer, founded in 1156, and explore its magnificent fort area.

Included

  • 3 nights hotel accommodation (Bed and Breakfast)
  • Deluxe cabin for 7 nights on the Deccan Odyssey Train
  • Private transfers throughout
  • Return Flights between London and Delhi

Not included

  • Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?
From £6,320 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $8,537 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is this tour guided or independent?
Great Rail Journeys classifies this as an independent tour. You have a free day in Delhi (Day 3) and guided excursions at most stops, but you navigate some activities on your own.
Can I extend my stay?
Yes, optional extensions are available, including Shimla and Goa, as well as a Gastronomic Tour and private sightseeing tours in Delhi.
What is the physical activity level?
The tour involves guided city walks, exploration of palaces and bazaars, village safaris in open vehicles, and jungle safaris; it is moderate activity, not strenuous.

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