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India’s Deccan Odyssey – Mumbai to Rajasthan

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India's Deccan Odyssey is a 13-day luxury train journey operated by Great Rail Journeys that takes you from Mumbai to Delhi aboard the Deccan Odyssey, with 7 nights sleeping in a deluxe cabin. The package combines an overnight flight from London with time to explore Mumbai and Delhi in 4-star or 5-star hotels, plus a curated rail journey through Rajasthan and central India. You visit the Taj Mahal in Agra, the palaces and forts of Udaipur and Jodhpur, and Ranthambore National Park on a jungle safari. Days on the train feature leisurely breakfasts, guided excursions in each city, and multi-course dinners with fine wines served aboard. The itinerary balances guided cultural visits (a boat ride on Lake Pichola, a barbecue dinner in Mehrangarh Fort's courtyard, shopping in Agra's bazaars) with unguided time to wander city streets and markets. This package suits luxury travellers, rail enthusiasts, and those with a passion for history and Indian culture who want comfort and structure combined with independence in each destination.

Price history

Across 5 checks, this price has held at £6,530 every time.

£6,5304 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

  • This is an independent tour: you are not escorted throughout, but Great Rail Journeys arranges transport and accommodation, with most meals included aboard the train
  • Hotels in Mumbai and Delhi are offered on a choice basis (4-star or 5-star options); your final hotel depends on which tier you select
  • Visa requirements for India are not mentioned in the package; confirm entry requirements and any visa applications with the operator before booking

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Fly UK to India

    Your incredible journey begins today when you take your overnight flight from London to Mumbai.

  2. Day 2overnight: Mumbai

    Mumbai

    On arrival in Mumbai you'll be transferred to your hotel. Choose between our 4* and 5* hotels, on a B&B basis.

  3. Day 3overnight: Mumbai

    Exploring Mumbai

    Today you can enjoy some free time in Mumbai, and get to know the city better, or choose one of the optional excursions available at a supplement.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    The Deccan Odyssey

    Today you'll transfer to Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus where the luxurious Deccan Odyssey train is waiting for you, and you'll begin your enchanting journey to Vadodara, the Royal city of the Gaekwads.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    Vadodara

    Following a relaxed breakfast onboard, you'll arrive at Vadodara, visit the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park World Heritage Site, the Jami Masjid monument and the Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum, with a folk dance performance and delicacies at the Lukshmi Villas Palace, then return to the train for dinner.

  6. Day 6overnight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    Udaipur and Lake Pichola

    Tour the City Palace and Crystal Gallery followed by a boat ride on Lake Pichola. A three-course lunch is served onboard, with free time to relax or explore the Old City, and dinner served onboard in the evening.

  7. Day 7overnight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    The Blue City of Jodhpur

    Arrive at Jodhpur, visit Jaswant Thada and Mehrangarh Fort, ending the day with barbecue delights in the fort's courtyard.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    The Pink City of Jaipur

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

  9. Day 9overnight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    The Taj Mahal

    Arrive at Agra and visit the Taj Mahal, plus Itmad Ud Daula and the Agra Fort, with dinner served back onboard.

  10. Day 10overnight: Deccan Odyssey Train

    Tiger spotting in Ranthambore National Park

    Begin the day with a village walk in Canters, lunch onboard, then a Jungle Safari in an open vehicle looking for big cats, wild boars and hyenas, with dinner back onboard.

  11. Day 11railovernight: Delhi

    Delhi

    Arrive in Delhi and disembark the train at Delhi Cantt Railway Station, saying goodbye to the Deccan Odyssey, then transfer to your hotel in Delhi. Choose between handpicked 4* and 5* hotels, on a B&B basis.

  12. Day 12overnight: Delhi

    Exploring Delhi

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

  13. Day 13

    Delhi to the UK

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

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 4Board the Deccan Odyssey at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and step into the golden age of travel with all modern amenities
  • Day 5Visit the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park World Heritage Site in Vadodara and experience a folk dance performance
  • Day 6Take a boat ride on the tranquil waters of Lake Pichola in Udaipur after touring the City Palace and Crystal Gallery
  • Day 7Explore Jodhpur's blue-painted streets, visit Mehrangarh Fort, and dine on barbecue in the fort's courtyard
  • Day 9Marvel at the Taj Mahal and explore Mughal-era treasures in Agra

Included

  • 4 nights in 4 star hotel accommodation (Bed and Breakfast)
  • Deluxe cabin for 7 nights on the Deccan Odyssey Train
  • Private transfers throughout
  • Flights between London and Mumbai, Delhi and London

Not included

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

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?
From £6,530 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $8,821 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is train travel included?
Yes. You travel 7 nights in a deluxe cabin on the Deccan Odyssey from Mumbai to Delhi, visiting Vadodara, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Agra, and Ranthambore. Flights from London to Mumbai and return from Delhi are also included.
Is this an escorted or independent tour?
This is an independent package. Great Rail Journeys arranges your accommodation, train travel, private transfers, and most meals, but you explore cities at your own pace.
Which hotels can I stay in?
Great Rail Journeys offers a choice of 4-star or 5-star hotels on a bed and breakfast basis. In Mumbai you choose between the Trident Nariman Point or Taj Mahal Hotel; in Delhi between The Claridges or The Oberoi.
What meals are included?
Most meals aboard the Deccan Odyssey are included, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner served on travel days. Hotel stays include breakfast; dinners in hotels are not included.
What is not included?
Cancellation and travel insurance are not included. Optional excursions such as a private Delhi sightseeing tour or gastronomic tours are available at additional cost.

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