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Kite Festival,
Jaipur , Jodhpur

15 January 2015

On January 14 every year, we celebrate Makar Sankranti. It is the only Indian festival celebrated on a fixed calendric day of the solar calendar. Since many years, the cities- Jodhpur and Jaipur have been hosting Kite Festival on Makar Sankranti with great fervor. The main attribute of the festival is the show of ‘diversity’ in all aspects. Kites all shapes and sizes are seen in the sky and the main competition is to cut the strings of nearby kite flyers and bring it down. For this purpose people intend to make their strings and sharp as possible, to give a tough fight to its opponent flyer. The special kite strings are coated with the mixture of glass and glue called as ‘manjha’. Bright and colourful kites in striking shapes and unusual designs, some never seen before, would dot the sunny sky of Rajasthan on 14 January

>> Au Coeur du Rajasthan

Rann Utsav,
Gujarat

1 December 2014 - 3 March 2015

Organized by the Department of Tourism of Gujarat during the full moon in winter, Kutch festival offers a unique opportunity to witness the creative ingenuity of the artisans of the region. A carnival of colors, folk music, dances, shows and processions enveloping the arid lands of Kutch. Tents are made available to tourists to fully enjoy these magical moments to the desert. It rocks!

>> Discovery of Gujarat

Nagaur Festival,
Rajasthan

26 - 29 January 2015

Nagaur festival is after Pushkar, the second largest festival of Rajasthan. Turbaned Rajasthanis come from throughout the region to the great cattle fair. They value their horses, donkeys, bulls and camels, which are the subject of an incredible grooming: real hair sculptures, graphic designs for dyeing, ceremonial harness. As in Pushkar, the villagers wear the most colorful clothes: turbans for men, skirts and saris and veils for women.

>> Royal Rajasthan

Festival of Holi,
India

6 March 2015

Holi, sometimes called the festival of colors, is a Hindu festival celebrated in the spring. Celebrated throughout India for two days, Holi is a time for children and adults to use water spray and powder of all colors. The night of the first day of the festival, a fire is lit to remind the cremation of Holika. The second day, dressed in white, people enjoy around with color pigments and pounce on each other in a highly charged atmosphere. Come mingle with the crowd! An experience not to be missed.

>> Rajasthan, Land of Princes

Ganesh Chaturthi,
Maharashtra

August 29, 2014

Ganesh Chaturthi is an Indian festival in which Ganesh, the elephant-headed god, son of Shiva and the god of wisdom, is revered. This festival is particularly popular in the state of Maharashtra. Plaster statues of all sizes will be honored and carried in procession for three days with music percussion, then immersed the last day we built. In Mumbai, they all converge towards Chowpatty Beach. Traditional dances and songs accompany the ceremony.

>> The Heart of India

Teej festival in Jaipur, Rajasthan

July 30-31, 2014

Festival dedicated to the Goddess Parvati, commemorating her union with Shiva, Teej is also celebrating the arrival of the monsoon as expected after a hot summer. A procession consisting of thousands of devotees started the Royal Palace and the old city of winds Jaipur for two consecutive days. The festival offers a unique opportunity to witness the creative ingenuity of the artisans of the region. A carnival of colors, folk music, dancing and entertainment.

>> Rajasthan, Land of Princes

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Deccan Odyssey - 8 days | 7 nights

Highlights of the programme :

One of the most luxurious trains in the world, often compared to the Orient Express
Royal treatment provided
Discovering magical lands of Maharashtra, its beautiful beaches, hills, forts, palaces and legendary caves

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Itinerary

ITINERARY

Day 01 Mumbai

Composed, there are 300 years of seven islands, Mumbai is now the financial capital of India. Board the "Deccan Odyssey" in the afternoon at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, undoubtedly one of the most famous Bombay Gothic buildings and an integral part of the city.

Day 02 Malvan - Tarkali - Dhamapur

Malvan is a small historic town in Sindhudurg district known for the Fort of the same name built on a rocky island. Dating from 1664, it has a structure made of stone, iron and lead which lookinnovative. Tarkali, nearby, is famous for its pristine beaches and crystal clear waters. The creeks are home to many species of resident and migratory birds and a rich and diverse aquatic life. After lunch, free time to enjoy this idyllic place. The next stop is the village of Dhamapur for a tour of cashews plants. Then the ancient temple of Goddess Bhagawati Devi and Bharadi located on the shores of a lake. This is Kudal which is reached by train for the night. Dinner on board.

Day 03 Goa

Welcome to Goa, the land of the most beautiful sandy beaches of India, lush hills, imposing churches and elegant mansions, illuminated by the bright colors of bougainvillea. In the distant past, Goa was ruled by the Portuguese, who reigned the city for nearly four and a half centuries, their influence is still visible in the civil and religious architecture and culture of this city also became endormie.Goa an attractive destination for tourists seeking beaches and culture and for professionals who combine seminars, workshops and relaxation. Visit Goa and Panaji the capital. Back on board for lunch. Afternoon rest and relaxation. Dinner at a restaurant by the sea and return to the train for the night.

Day 04 Goa

Visit Mahalasa temple, one of the most popular temples of Goa. In the center is a pillar surrounded by rings where 150 lamps that are lit with wicks soaked in oil for the holidays. There you can also see a magic show. Then the temple of Mangesh amid pleasant surroundings which attracts hundreds of tourists from all over India and abroad. Then the spice farm in Ponda Villa, one of the largest firm of its kind in the country. Discover hundreds of grasses and shrubs used in both cooking and in traditional medicine varieties. Typical lunch in the farm. Visit the Branganza Meneses house, a 16th century not far from the farm. Return to the train for dinner.

Day 05 Kolhapur

Arrival at Kolhapur, a city that has many facets located on the banks of the river Panchaganga. The city, from it's mythical past, has survived various legendary rulers: Satavahana kings, the Shilaharas, the Marathas and the British have left their mark here. First Stop in the New Palace, an architectural wonder built in 1881 which houses the Chhatrapati Shahu Museum. You can see the property of the former Maharaja. Bhavani Mandap and the (City Hall) followed by a visit to the Mahalakshmi Mandir, a complex of temples artfully assembled. Road to Shalini Palace, on the shore of Lake Rankala to attend a performance of locally known as traditional martial arts "Mardani Khel." Kolhapur is known for its textiles and saris in particular, but is most famous for its jewelry. Return to the train for lunch and afternoon on board as the train goes to Aurangabad via Pune.

Day 06 Aurangabad - Ellora

After breakfast on the train, drive to the majestic fortress of Daulatabad. An impregnable defense in its time that still stands tall and proud above the plain of the Deccan head. In the 13th century, Mohammed bin Tughlak, the Sultan of Delhi, made it his capital and renamed it Daulatabad or the "City of Fortune." On to the Ellora caves, a World Heritage Site by Unesco located only 26 km from Aurangabad. It is believed that caves were the work of priests and pilgrims traveling on this trade route. Abandoned and forgotten for several centuries, the 34 rock caves were dug in the vertical part of an escarpment and are among the finest in India. Return to Aurangabad for lunch and then on to the Bibi Ka Maqbara, built in the late 17th century by the son of Emperor Aurangzeb in honor of his mother. It is a replica of the Taj Mahal, the only piece of Mughal architecture in the Deccan Plateau. Back to train at Aurangabad station and dinner on board.

Day 07 Ajanta

Arrival at Bhusawal and drive to the Ajanta caves in the valley of Waghora. Older than those of Ellora, 200 BC. BC and 650 AD, they were Tillered in volcanic rocks. Lost sight since the 7th century, they were discovered by accident during a hunt organized by British officers in 1819. The Buddhist nature, caves celebrating "the birth of Buddha" and "the thousand Buddhas" are among the most sensitive never found. The ceiling paintings leave blissful admiration of visitors. Back to the train journey to Jalgaon and Nashik. Welcome with garlands at the station and transfer to the ancient temples located on the Panchvati Ghats. Fervor assured. After the visit, return to the train and travel to the future and the modern world in Mumbai, a city of contrasts.

Day 08 Mumbai

Sunrise over Mumbai and its bay. After breakfast, arrive at the station Chhatrapati Shivaji and landing.