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1 Deccan Odyssey operates every Wednesday from Chatrapati Shivaji Terminus Railway Station, Mumbai. Interested Delegates can choose their preferred dates either pre or post conference for booking the tour. Tour is subject to availability. ITINERARY DAY PLACE TIME Day01 Wed Morning Day02 Thu Mumbai 16:40 Ratnagiri Morning SERVICES Breakfast at the hotel At leisure on own for independent activities Transfer to railway station to board the Deccan Odyssey Departure in the evening from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Mumbai Dinner on board Breakfast on board Arrive at Ratnagiri railway station. Depart by AC bus for Ratnagiri city tour Overview of Thibawa Palace where Thibawa, the last king of Burma was incarcerated by British. Bhatye view point to watch scenic beauty of Bhatye coast. Pass through the Landmarks of town, local greatest freedom fighter Lokmanya Tilak. Proceed to Ganapatipule. Enroute see Mango, Cashew Nut, Mud Apple and Coconut plantation made on black solid rock Lunch & free time at Ganapatipule Beach Resort 1

2 DAY Day03 Fri PLACE TIME SERVICES Tuk-Tuk ride in and around Malgund a small typical coastal village and the native place of the famous poet, Keshav Sut. Visit to memorial of poet; see traditional houses, 150 year old primary school and Lord Ganesha Temple. Late in the afternoon proceed to Jaigad Jetty for backwater cruise around the 17th century historical fort Jaigad and Konkan villages alongside of the fort. Board the bus for Ratnagiri railway station. Arrive & board the train. Sindhudurg Morning Day04 Sat Goa Morning Breakfast on board Arrive at Sindhudurg Nagari railway station Depart by AC bus to Malvan Jetty to witness Sindhudurg Sea Fort. From jetty proceed to Tarkarli Beach Resort Tarkarli a virgin beach at the confluence to river Karli and Arabian Sea Lunch & free time at Tarkarli Beach Resort Backwater Cruise through the Tarkarli creek up to Walaval jetty followed by visit to Sawantwadi town by A/C bus to witness fabulous lacquer handicrafts, paintings and furniture at the Shilpagrama Crafts village. Watch cultural programme performed by local artist. Late in the evening board the train at Sawantwadi railway station for Goa Breakfast on board Arrive at Karmali railway station. Goa - Frequented tourist spots in India Board the bus to reach Old Goa to witness: Basilica De Born Jesus, Se Cathedral and the Church of St. Francis of Assisi, that began as mosque but now is an archeological museum for Goan antiques. Visit to Fontanhas the Latin quarters at Panjim. Proceed to Hotel. Lunch at hotel & free time on the beach 2

3 DAY PLACE TIME SERVICES Board the train from Madgaon railway station. Day05 Sun Kolhapur Morning Breakfast on board Arrival at Kolhapur City, known as Karveer or Dakshin Kashi of Maharashtra. Situated on the banks of river Panchaganga. Board the bus to visit - New Palace, a royal palace partly converted into museum, Bhawani Mandap (The Town Hall) witness traditional Martial Art locally known as Mardani Khel, An exquisitely carved Mahalaxmi Temple a temple of goddess Ambabai visited by millions pilgrims, Shalini Palace built of intricately carved black stone & Italian Marble stands on the west side of lake Rankala, watch cultural programme and visit to handicraft stalls for perfect memorabilia. Board the train at Kolhapur station to Lunch on board. Leisure time till evening. Evening Arrive at Pune. Board the bus to visit Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum, houses variety of artifacts of the 17th, 18th & 19th Centuries. Board the train from Pune railway station. Day06 Mon Aurangabad Morning Breakfast on board Arrival at Daulatabad station. Proceed by road to visit; Majestic fort Daulatabad. Next stop is Ellora caves, a World Heritage site, having 34 caves temples dedicated to three different religion - Hinduism, Buddhism & Jainism Lunch and free time Visit Bibi-ka-Maqbara, a replica of Taj Mahal is a grand piece of Moghul architecture. Optional: Back to train. Free time for shopping Paithani, Himroo, Bidriware showrooms for a perfect Memorabilia 3

4 DAY PLACE TIME SERVICES Evening Board the train from Aurangabad railway station for Jalgaon. Day07 Tue Jalgaon E. Morning Breakfast on board Arrive at Jalgaon railway station, board the bus to reach Ajanta Caves a World Heritage site to witness some of the finest paintings and sculptures of the second century AD. Nasik Board the train and proceed to Nasik. Lunch on board. Arrive at Nasik railway station and proceed to visit Panchawati Ghat a holy place known for Kumbh Mela. Next visit to Kala Ram Temple built in 1794 Free time Late Night board the train at Nasik railway station Farewell Day08 Wed Mumbai 07:30hrs Arrive at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, & transfer to airport for flight to Goa END OF THE JOURNEY 4

5 1) Operates every Wednesday from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Mumbai TARIFF: Rates per person per night: Deluxe Cabin Single occupancy US$ 3900 (single person cost) Double occupancy US$ 2815 per person on twin sharing basis Triple occupancy US$ 2310 per person on triple sharing basis Note: Half fare for children between 5 and 12 years. 10% surcharge will apply for tours departing during Christmas / New Year. Rates are subject to change without notice. TARIFF INCLUDES: Cost of travel, all meals, conducted sightseeing tours, entrance fees for monuments, boat ride and cultural entertainment. TARIFF DOES NOT INCLUDE: Liquor, laundry, Video cameras, other items of personal nature & any other item not specified above. CANCELLATION CHARGES PRIOR TO THE DATE OF COMMENCEMENT OF THE TOUR: Before 60 days 25% of the Tour cost Before 45 days 50% of the Tour cost Within 45 days 100% of the Tour cost Travel Corporation ( India ) Ltd will not be responsible for any loss, injury or damages resulting from acts of God, natural calamities, breakdown of machinery or equipment, acts of governmental authority, wars, civil disturbances, riots, thefts, pilferage, epidemics, accidents, any mishap due to alcohol or drug abuse, disasters, high altitude sickness, death, injury, illness, fire, disruption, delays, strikes, lock outs, acts or threats of terrorism, quarantines or any laws by the Government and other events beyond the control of TCI. 5

6 CLIMATE Varies from 8 o C to 30 o C between September to March and in April it is between 26 to 35 o C. CLOTHING RECOMMENDED Light tropical/light woollens. OTHER FACILITIES Doctor on call at the next station. Money exchange facility/credit Cards. Adequate safety and security arrangements Complimentary mineral water on board/in the coach during sightseeing/ and at hotels. Assistance for travel arrangements on completion of the tour. Voltage available on the train 110/230 V. MEALS The two restaurant cars, serve a range of Indian, Continental, Maharashtrian, Goa and Chinese cuisine. Menus are changed seasonally ON BOARD FACILITIES Conference Room Library Bar Channel Music Massage Centre Steam Bath Gymnasium Beauty Parlour Business Centre Special Suite for Physically challenged 6