Southern Splendour Golden Chariot Train Tour

Golden Chariot now brings to you the “Southern Splendour”, a journey spanning 7 nights and 8 days that links some of South India’s greatest destinations filled with memorable moments guaranteed to stay with you for a lifetime. On this splendid voyage covering three states we take you through exotic locales starting from the garden city of Bangalore passing through ancient temple towns of Tamil Nadu and finally ending our journey in the coastal city of Kochi. In short, it’s an experience that captures the romance of a by-gone era making your sojourn an unforgettable one.


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Southern Splendour Golden Chariot Daily Tour Details
Day 1 : Monday : Bangalore

Report at The Leela Palace ,Bangalore for check-in formalities for 7 nights Southern Splendour train. Afternoon city tour & visit to Tippu’s Palace and the Bull temple are worth visiting. Reach Railway station by 2000 hrs for Boarding the Southern Splendour train Depart by 2100 hrs.

Day 2 : Tuesday : Chennai & Mamallapuram

Morning discover the modern city of Chennai, Ensconced with temples,& unique for its allegiance to ancient traditions and ethos. Afternoon excursion to Mamallapuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its ancient beach temples and stone carvings inspired by the Pallava art.

Day 3 : Wed : Pondicherry

Being a former French colony, the beach town of Pondicherry exudes a Mediterranean aura ensconced with French style architecture and boutiques.

Day 4 : Thurs : Tanjavur

World-famous for Brahadishwara temple, a historical monument dating back to 11th century which now is an UNESCO World Heritage Site . The region also offers unique Tanjavur style paintings and Tanjavur dolls.

Day 5 : Fri : Madurai

The temple city of , Madurai has a rich cultural heritage that goes back to over 2, 500 years. The city is synonymous with the celebrated Meenakshi temple which stands today as one of the country’s greatest architectural landmarks. Close to the temple is situated yet another architectural wonder, the Tirumalai Nayak Mahal, a classic blend of Dravidian, Islamic and European architecture.

Day 6 : Sat : Trivandrum & Kovalam Beach

Thiruvananthapuram city , is spread over seven hills with a tradition going back to 1000 BC. It is famous for the Sri Padmanabhaswamy temple believed to be the holiest abode of Lord Vishnu. Another major attraction in Thiruvananthapuram is the Kovalam beach located around 13kms from the city. Secluded by coconut groves, it is a perfect place to unwind.

Day 7 : Sun : Kerala Backwaters & Kochi

Morning visit Alleppey is also known as the “Venice of the east”. & more famous as Kerala Backwaters Enjoy boat cruise through its canals ,which takes you past scenic islands ensconced with coconut and palm trees. Afternoon visit “Queen of the Arabian sea”, Kochi is a vibrant cosmopolitan city famous for its Jewish Synagogue and the Dutch palace.

Day 08 : Bangalore Return

Morning train returns to Bangalore.Tour ends

IMPORTANT : The Day to Day Schedule may be changed at short notice by the Train Manager, to suit local logistics.