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Jewels of South

Destinations Covered: Bengaluru - Bandipur - Mysore - Halebidu - Chikamgaluru - Hampi - Badami - Goa - Bengaluru
Durations: 6 Nights / 7 Days
Fare Starting From: USD 700
Experience the Golden Bird's most renowned destinations by Golden Chariot with the exquisitely designed itinerary, Jewels of the South. This amazing itinerary includes some fabulous sightseeing and exploration of South India. Be amazed by visiting the charming Mysore Palace, and observe nature closely with wildlife safari along with bird watching. The Jain pilgrimage center at Shravanabelagola will keep you spellbound with a large free-standing statue of Bahubali. Whereas the striking architecture of Belur and the Halebidu temples add more charms. The Group of Monuments at Hampi will take you to ancient times to witness the remarkable empire, Hampi is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Goa will add more cheers to your memorable journey. The tour starts on Sunday in Garden City Bangalore and ends the following Saturday again in Bangalore.
Star Rating Rating 4

Detail Itinerary


Day 1 Bengaluru to Mysore

    Start your luxury journey from Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka

    Enter the Yesvantpur Railway Station at 09:00 AM

    Get a warm welcome at the station for your pleasant journey

    Complete the registration and board the train

    Finish the briefing sessions on the train

    Relish delicious Lunch onboard

    Depart the train at Mysore

    Tour to Mysore palace around 3:00 PM

    After the tour, return to the train

    Enjoy your dinner on board

    SComplete an overnight journey to reach Hampi

Day 2 Hampi

    Enjoy a delightful breakfast on board

    Depart the train at Hampi

    Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site

    Observe the remains of carvings and monuments

    Get back to the train and enjoy lunch

    Enjoy a free excursion to Anegundi in the evening

    Enjoy your dinner on board

    Complete an overnight journey to reach Mahabalipuram

Day 3 Mahabalipuram

    Enjoy your delicious breakfast on board

    Depart the train to reach Mahabalipuram

    Visit the Shore Temple a UNESCO World Heritage site

    Relish delicious lunch at an exclusive venue

    Enjoy your supper on board

    Complete an overnight journey to reach Thanjavur

Day 4 Thanjavur and Chettinad

    Enjoy your delicious breakfast on board

    Tour to the Brihadeshwara Temple in Thanjavur

    Get back to the train and savor your lunch

    Continue to Chettinad

    Explore the Athangudi tile factory

    Visit the Chettinad mansions

    Enjoy your dinner on board

    Complete an overnight journey to reach Cochin

Day 5 Cochin

    Savor the delightful breakfast on board

    Visit the Mattancherry Palace in Fort Kochi

    Enjoy the traditional dance forms of Kerala at an exclusive venue

    Get back to the train and enjoy your lunch

    Enjoy an optional visit to Chinese Fishing Nets and St. Francis Church in the evening

    Have your dinner on board

    Complete an overnight journey to reach Kumarakom

Day 6 Kumarakom

    Relish the delightful breakfast on board

    Continue for a houseboat cruising on the backwaters

    Enjoy dining at one of the best places

    Have your dinner on board

    Complete an overnight journey to reach Bengaluru

Day 7 Bengaluru

    Enjoy your delicious breakfast

    Here is the end of the luxurious journey

    Reach Yeshwantpur Railway station, Bangalore

    After reaching dead towards the onwards destination


Departure Dates for Season 2023-24
Month Departure Dates
Mar 2024 15
Oct 2024 5
Nov 2024 2,30
Dec 2024 21

 

 

(For Indian Nationals Only)

Price for Season 2023-24
Occupancy Type Price (Per person per nights) Total Amount (7 Nights per person)
Single occupancy INR 93372 INR 560230
Double occupancy INR 53355 INR 320130

 

(For International Travellers)

Occupancy Type Price (Per person per nights) Total Amount (7 Nights per person)
Single occupancy USD 1225 USD 7350
Double occupancy USD 700 USD 4200


Terms & Conditions

  • Half fare for children between 5 and 12 years.
  • Christmas and New Year being the peak holiday season calls for a 10% surcharge levied on all departures.
  • As per the Government of India norms, Service Tax @ 5% is levied on the prevalent tariff.
Inclusions

Tariff is inclusive of accommodation on board The Golden Chariot and other resorts/ Travel/ all meals/ conducted sightseeing tours / entrance fees at monuments / parks/ palaces and cultural programs.

Exclusions

Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls, video camera fees, spa, business car facilities, liquor and other items of personal nature.

No show/ En route termination of tour/amendment:

No Show -

In case of No Show / Non-arrival of the guest, no refund or adjustment in future travel will be possible. The whole amount shall be treated as forfeited.

En route termination of tour -

In case of termination of tour by the guest, for any reasons, no refund or adjustment for future travel will be possible. The amount for unused portion of the tour shall be treated as forfeited.

Amendment -

Is only possible under the circumstances like Natural Disaster / Natural Calamity or Serious Health Problem's (this needs to be supported by doctor's certificate) and is subject to availability. No refunds are possible and every case be decided on merits on a case to case basis.

Booking Policy

In case of FITs:

  • Payment of 20% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking is mandatory.
  • Remaining 80% of ticket value can be paid 60 days prior to departure.

In case of Group:

  • Payment of 50% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking is mandatory.
  • Remaining 50% of ticket value can be paid 45 days prior to departure.
Cancellation Policy

Cancelation policies as mentioned in the tariff (FIT) are as:

  • When booking is cancelled 60 days prior to departure - 5% of ticket value will be deducted
  • When booking is cancelled 30-59 days prior to departure - 20% of ticket value will be deducted
  • When booking is cancelled 15-29 days prior to departure - 50% of ticket value will be deducted
  • When booking is cancelled less than 14 days prior to departure - 100% of ticket value will be deducted

Cancelation policies as mentioned in the tariff (for Groups) are as:

  • When booking is cancelled 60 days prior to departure - 10% of ticket value will be deducted
  • When booking is cancelled 30-59 days prior to departure - 25% of ticket value will be deducted
  • When booking is cancelled 15-29 days prior to departure - 75% of ticket value will be deducted
  • When booking is cancelled less than 14 days prior to departure - 100% of ticket value will be deducted