If you are wishing for a luxury train ride, then the Golden Chariot is the perfect choice for you. This luxury train will definitely give you a feel of regality and royal comfort. Golden Chariot will take you through the state of Karnataka. Explore the richness of culture of Karnataka while traveling on this opulent train. The train started its operation since February 2008.

Golden Chariot will take you to some interesting destinations within the state, which will enable to know the state better. It covers all important sites of Karnataka. Managed by the Government of Karnataka, Golden Chariot journey will be a remarkable experience. You can travel in ultimate comfort and luxury within this train and get total satisfaction. You will get your money’s worth and won’t repent for spending so much on the journey.

This luxury train has been named after the world heritage site of the Stone Chariot in Hampi. It has got lots of importance and is a major step by the tourism industry. For unalloyed fun and excitement, ride on the Golden Chariot and start on with the magical sojourn.

There are a total of 18 coaches, of which 11 of them are passenger coaches. The naming of these coaches is interesting. Each of them are named after the various dynasties of Karnataka, namely Kadamba, Chalukya, Bhahamani, Adhilshahi, Hoysala, Rastrakota, Ganga, Sangama, Shathavashna, Yudukula and Vijayanagar. The coaches are fully air conditioned and furnished with all plush and high standard facilities. The coaches are a perfect blend of the modernity and traditionalism. The decors are influenced from the Mysore and Belur Halebid schools of architecture. The decors have marked sophistication and elaborateness.

To make you magical journey all the more pleasurable, the coaches are provided with all necessary facilities and services. Within the coaches, you can find high standard facilities like plasma television, wi-fi connectivity, writing desk and high speed internet access to mention some of them. For the travelers on business purpose, there are ample facilities for them too. There are conference rooms and business centers to carry out business events. There are gymnasiums, massage parlors and Ayurvedic center.

There are fine dining options in the Golden Chariot. Nala and Ruchi are the two restaurants, where you can stimulate your taste buds. The restaurant caters mouth watering local, South Indian, Mughlai and international delicacies. Madira Bar is the ideal place to sit back and relax with a glass of your favorite drink.

The Golden Chariot tour will take you to important sites, which include Bangalore, Kabini, Mysore, Hassan, Belur, Badami, Hospet, Gadag and Goa. Golden Chariot tours are arranged to introduce the tourists to the richness of the culture of India.