Maharashtra Splendor
Mumbai - Nashik - Aurangabad - Ellora - Ajanta - Kolhapur - Goa - Sindhudurg - Mumbai
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day luxury rail journey across Maharashtra aboard the legendary Deccan Odyssey. Experience UNESCO World Heritage sites, vibrant culture, delectable cuisine, and royal hospitality.
Top Stops on This Journey
Popular destinations you'll explore across this 8-day itinerary
Mumbai
Mumbai is India's financial capital and a bustling metropolis known for its historic colonial architecture and the iconic Bollywood film industry.
Why you'll love it
- Gateway of India
- Marine Drive
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus
Ellora
Ellora is a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring dramatic rock-cut caves that showcase ancient Indian architecture spanning Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain traditions.
Why you'll love it
- Kailasa Temple
- Ellora Caves
- Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga Temple
Sindhudurg
Sindhudurg is a coastal district in Maharashtra celebrated for its historic maritime fort and pristine Arabian Sea beaches.
Why you'll love it
- Sindhudurg Fort
- Tarkarli Beach
- Devbagh Beach
Journey Highlights
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Mumbai – Arrival & Boarding
Begin at CST. Traditional Maharashtrian welcome. Depart for Nashik.
- Traditional Maharashtrian welcome
- Departure for Nashik
Nashik – Vineyards & Sacred Ghats
Godavari Ghats, riverside market. Grover Zampa Vineyards tour & wine tasting with gourmet lunch.
- Godavari Ghats
- Grover Zampa vineyard tour
- Wine tasting & lunch
Aurangabad & Ellora Caves (UNESCO)
Ellora Caves — 34 rock-cut shrines. Kailash Temple carved from single rock.
- Ellora Caves (UNESCO)
- Kailash Temple
Ajanta Caves (UNESCO)
Ajanta Caves — 2nd century BCE Buddhist murals, paintings & sculptures. Onboard spa & leisure.
- Ajanta Caves (UNESCO)
- Buddhist murals
- Onboard spa
Kolhapur – Heritage, Handicrafts & Culture
New Palace Museum. Mahalakshmi Temple (1,300-year-old Shakti Peetha). Lavanya Sandhya folk performance. Mardani Khel martial arts. Kolhapuri chappals.
- New Palace Museum
- Mahalakshmi Temple
- Lavanya Sandhya folk performance
- Mardani Khel
- Kolhapuri chappals
Goa – Heritage Walk & Goan Feast
Fontainhas UNESCO Heritage Walk. St. Augustine Tower ruins. Sahakari Spice Plantation feast. Heritage Portuguese mansion.
- Fontainhas Heritage Walk
- St. Augustine Tower
- Spice plantation feast
- Portuguese mansion
Sindhudurg – Coastal Fort & Culture
Sindhudurg Fort by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Pristine Konkan beaches. Final celebratory dinner.
- Sindhudurg Fort
- Konkan beaches
- Celebratory dinner
Mumbai – Departure
Arrive back at CST. Farewell.
- Farewell breakfast
- Disembarkation at CST
What's Included
- Luxury onboard accommodation
- All meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Soft beverages
- Guided excursions & entrance fees
- Still camera charges
- English-speaking guides
- Valet service
Not Included
- GST/VAT
- Alcoholic beverages
- Laundry
- Professional camera fees
- Transfers, flights, visas
- Pre/post-tour hotels
- Optional activities
Departure Dates
Season 2026-27
Season 2027-28
Cabin Pricing
Season 2026–27
| Cabin Type | Double Occupancy | Single |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Cabin | USD 13,300 | USD 9,330 |
| Presidential Suite | USD 20,000 | USD 20,000 |
Season 2027–28
| Cabin Type | Double Occupancy | Single |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Cabin | USD 14,600 | USD 10,200 |
| Presidential Suite | USD 22,000 | USD 22,000 |
- *Deluxe Cabin double bed: additional USD 500 + GST
- *20% deposit; 80% 45 days before departure
- *Cancellation: 60+ days – no charge; 45–59 days – 20%; 30–44 days – 50%; <29 days – 100%
- *One child under 5: free sharing double bed
- *Presidential Suite ideal for families
Starting from
AUD $12,800
per person (USD 9,330)
Free personalised itinerary planning