Itinerary of 8 days that takes you to the neighbourhoods of Maharashtra, the charming Western Ghats, the majestic Deccan region and the varied stretch of the central region of India. Some of the highlights of the tour include a visit to the world heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora caves, a visit to the wine capital of India – Nashik, a rendezvous with the wildlife at Pench and Tadoba and more. During the tour, enjoy world-class comforts, a royal treatment and sumptuous food while you are on-board the Deccan Odyssey.
ItineraryDay 01(Saturday) - Mumbai
Board the Deccan Odyssey at Mumbai on to Aurangabad – Ellora Caves Early this evening at approximately 15.30 hours, assemble at the Chhatrapati Shivaji terminus. Complete your registration process and check-in formalities to commence your Maharashtra Wild Trail journey. A traditional Indian welcome and a refreshing drink are complimentary. Proceed to your delightful cabins, and settle in. Soon, the Deccan Odyssey will begin its journey from Mumbai to Ellora Caves – a World Heritage site.
Dinner and Overnight on board the Deccan Odyssey.
Day 02Aurangabad - Ellora Caves
Proceed to visit Ellora Caves – a World Heritage site. A unique artistic creation, with its sanctuaries devoted to Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism, it illustrates the spirit of tolerance that was characteristic of ancient India.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Overnight on board the Deccan Odyssey.
Day 03Monday Aurangabad
Enjoy a day visiting Bibi – Ka – Maqbara a replica of the Taj Mahal at Agra followed by a visit to the famous Himroo fabric weaving centre.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Overnight on board the Deccan Odyssey.
Day 04Pench National Park (Ramtek)
Arrive at Ramtek and drive to Maharashtra’s Pench National Park. Named after the Pench River which splits it into almost equal halves, the park is immensely rich in bio-diversity, an important ecosystem supporting an abundance of flora and fauna,including a rich variety of aquatic life.Enjoy morning and afternoon game safaris in the park.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Overnight on board the Deccan Odyssey.
Day 05Tadoba
Reach Chandrapur and set out for the Tadoba Tiger Reserve – A magnificent habitat for the Royal Bengal Tiger. Enjoy lunch at the forest lodge, where the naturalists will interact with you narrating their admirable work in tiger conservation.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Overnight on board the Deccan Odyssey.
Day 06Jalgaon - Ajanta Caves
Arrive at Jalgaon railway station and drive to Ajanta Caves, a World Heritage site.These magnificent caves have exquisite ancient murals & sculptures that depict the life of Buddha.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Overnight on board the Deccan Odyssey.
Day 07Nashik
Arrive at Nashik and walk along the Godavari Ghats; then head for a vineyard tour followed by wine tasting and lunch.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Overnight on board the Deccan Odyssey.
Day 08Disembark in Mumbai
This morning, after breakfast, you will disembark at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji terminus railway station. Bid farewell to the Deccan Odyssey as your royal passage through the splendid vistas of India comes to an end. Breakfast on board.
