Deccan Odyssey is just one of the many luxury trains that scale different part of the country. Every prestigious luxury train focuses on wildlife attraction of the country. The country holds a diverse landform and climate, which allows lush greenery to proper at various regions in the country. These reserves are rich in wildlife attractions and are important tourist attractions. Deccan Odyssey does not covers all wildlife attractions in the routebut it makes sure to scale important ones.
Here are the itineraries of Deccan Odyssey that provides importance to wildlife attractions.
This route focuses more on wildlife attractions in Maharashtra and surrounding area. On day four, the train reaches Ramtek and tourists are taken to Pench National Park for rafting, safari, birdwatching, photography and other activities. Top animals to spot here are tiger, wolf, cheetal, deer, wild dog, wild pig and numerous birds. You can find a few endangered vulture species too.
On the next day, the train reaches Chandrapur station and the tourists will be taken to Tadoba national park for spotting tigers, leopards, spotted cats, sloth bears, wild dogs, wild pigs and others. Game safari is the most important activity of the day. You will be presented with a documentary about wildlife and allowed to interact with a naturalist to know more about wildlife. Maharshtra Wild Trail is the itinerary that allocates more time for wildlife based attractions and activities.
Destinations Covered by Maharshtra Wild Trail – Mumbai – Ellora Caves – Aurangabad – Pench (Ramtek) – Tadoba – Ajanta Caves – Nashik – Mumbai
Duration of Itinerary – 7 Nights / 8 Days
Maharshtra Wild Trail Itinerary Fares – USD 6,100 Per Cabin Per Journey
This itinerary focuses on the northern and western attractions of the country. On the sixth day of the tour, you will be taken to Sawai Madhopur to visit Ranthambore National Park of Rajasthan. This is the largest park in the North India. Wildlife safari will be arranged for the tourists to spot tigers, leopards, sloth bears, deers and 272 bird species. You will also be taken on a safari through the tribal villages located close to the park.
Destinations Covered by Indian Sojourn – Mumbai – Vadodara – Udaipur – Jodhpur – Agra – Sawai Madhopur – Jaipur – Delhi
Duration of Itinerary – 7 Nights / 8 Days
Indian Sojourn Itinerary Fares – USD 6,100 Per Cabin Per Journey
This itinerary spans only for four days and three night and yet, the itinerary spends half of the third day with wildlife attractions. The itinerary covers Ranthambore national park of Jaipur. You can spot tigers, bears, deers and other animals during morning safari and afternoon game safari.
Destinations Covered By Golden Treasure – New Delhi – Agra – Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore) – Jaipur – New Delhi
Duration of Itinerary – 3 Nights / 4 Days
Golden Treasure Itinerary Fares – USD 1,530 Per Cabin Per Journey
This itinerary focuses on the attractions in and around Gujarat. On the fourth day, the tourists are taken on a day trip to Sasan Gir, early in the morning. The Gir forest is famous for its population of lions. You can also enjoy birdwatching here. On the next day, you will be taken on a desert jeep safari in Little Rann of Kutch’s Wild Ass sanctuary. It is the best spot to find wild asses.
Destinations Covered by Hidden Treasure of Gujarat – Mumbai – Vadodara – Palitana – Sasan Gir & Somnath- Little Rann of Kutch – Modhera & Patan – Nasik – Mumbai
Duration of Itinerary – 7 Nights / 8 Days
Hidden Treasure of Gujarat Itinerary Fares – USD 6,100 Per Cabin Per Journey
This trip covers Ranthambore National Park as the first destination in the itinerary. You will be taken on a safari to spot exotic animals and birds. Later, village safari in Rajasthan is arranged to interact with the tribes to enjoy their culture. You will be taken to the hunting lodge of royals inside the park for tea.
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Destinations Covered by Indian Odyssey – New Delhi – Sawai Madhopur – Agra – Jaipur – Udaipur – Vadodara – Ellora Caves – Mumbai
Duration of Itinerary – 7 Nights / 8 Days
Indian Odyssey Itinerary Fares – USD 6,100 Per Cabin Per Journey
Also read – Top 10 Luxury Wildlife Resorts in Sawai Madhopur
The rest of the itineraries do not cover any major wildlife attractions. Thus, learn about the itineraries in detail before you plan on enjoying the Deccan Odyssey styled vacation. You can find day-to-day itinerary details of all the journeys of Deccan Odyssey in the official site of the train and in the pages of reputed travel agents.