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Pride of Karnataka

Seven-day luxury train journey from Bengaluru to Goa on the Golden Chariot

Illustration of Pride of Karnataka

Travelogy India operates the Pride of Karnataka, a six-night, seven-day luxury train journey aboard the Golden Chariot. The train departs Bengaluru and concludes in Goa, covering a route through southern India's heritage lands and cultural centres. Guests spend nights in deluxe cabins onboard while days are devoted to escorted coach excursions to temples, palaces, ancient monuments, and natural reserves. The itinerary includes a safari at Bandipur National Park, a visit to Mysore Palace, explorations of Hampi's rock-carved ruins, and sightseeing in Goa's churches and museums. Meals are served onboard throughout the journey, and cultural programs including a Bollywood evening entertain passengers. This trip suits luxury seekers and history lovers who prefer the convenience of an escorted experience with accommodation that moves as they travel, avoiding multiple hotel changes.

What to know before you look closer

  • Day 4 involves a long road trip to Hampi; confirm travel time and comfort expectations with Travelogy India before booking.
  • Single supplement is $3,560 per person, more than 75% of the double-occupancy price; verify current rates for your travel dates.
  • Day 5 includes an optional visit to Badami Caves with over 200 steps to climb; accessibility should be confirmed if you have mobility concerns.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Onboard, at Mysore railway station

    Bengaluru - Bandipur - Mysore

    Guests reach Yeshvantpur Railway Station, Bengaluru by 0845 hrs; welcome and tour briefing on board; lunch on board as the train moves to Nanjangud Town; road trip to Bandipur for an evening safari (1630-1830 hrs) at Bandipur National Park; dinner on board as the train runs towards Mysore.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Onboard, en route to Banavar

    Mysore - Srirangapatnam - Banavar

    Road trip to visit the Mysore Palace; lunch on board; optional visit to Srirangapatnam temple town or stay on board; dinner on board as the train runs towards Banavar Railway Station.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Onboard, moving towards the next destination

    Banavar - Halebidu - Chikmangalur

    Road trip to the heritage site of Halebidu; lunch and brief rest as the train races to Chikmangalur; road trip to the hill town of Chikmangalur for a plantation stroll and coffee tasting; dinner at an exclusive hotel/resort in Chikmangalur.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Onboard

    Hampi

    Long road trip to the ruins of Hampi; return to the train for lunch; cultural programs conducted inside the train in the evening.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Onboard, en route to Goa

    Badami - Pattadakal - Aihole - Goa

    Optional visit to Badami Caves (over 200 steps to climb); lunch on board; evening sightseeing to Pattadakal and Aihole group of monuments (1415 hrs); dinner on board as the train moves towards Goa.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Onboard, en route to Bengaluru

    Goa - Bengaluru

    Road trip for city sightseeing covering the churches of North Goa and the museums; lunch on board; evening Bollywood Evening and luxury dinner at a resort/hotel in Goa; train moves towards Yeshvantpur Railway Station, Bengaluru.

  7. Day 7rail

    Bengaluru

    Train reaches Yeshvantpur Railway Station early morning; breakfast on board; check-out formalities; guests disembark, marking the end of the itinerary.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Evening safari at Bandipur National Park from the train's base in the wildlife reserve.
  • Day 2Road trip to Mysore Palace, the former royal residence of Mysore's maharaja.
  • Day 3Plantation stroll and coffee tasting in the hill town of Chikmangalur.
  • Day 4Long coach excursion to the ruins of Hampi to view rock-carved monolithic sculptures and monuments.
  • Day 6Bollywood evening entertainment and luxury dinner at a resort in Goa; sightseeing includes churches of North Goa and museums.

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. The from-price of $4,740 USD includes accommodation in a deluxe cabin aboard the Golden Chariot for six nights, all meals onboard, and included sightseeing excursions by coach.
Which train operates this journey?
The Golden Chariot, run as a joint venture of IRCTC (Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation) and KSTDC (Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation).
Is the tour escorted or independent?
It is escorted. A welcome ceremony and briefing occur on board; cultural programs are conducted inside the train; all sightseeing excursions are organized from the train.
When does this journey run?
The from-price is listed for Season 2025-2026; confirm exact departure dates and current availability directly with Travelogy India.
What is included in the price?
Six nights in a deluxe cabin, all meals onboard, welcome ceremony, cultural programs, and organized sightseeing excursions by coach to Bandipur, Mysore Palace, Halebidu, Chikmangalur, Hampi, Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole, and Goa.
How much walking is involved?
Most days include moderate walking during sightseeing tours of heritage sites and towns. Day 5 offers an optional visit to Badami Caves, which requires climbing over 200 steps.

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