Rail Journey
16 day Cultural Immersion of India by Rail
Cultural Immersion, Wildlife & Cuisine of India by Rail
Step back in time during seven nights aboard the opulent Deccan Odyssey, rolling across the mesmerising landscapes of north-western India. Discover the enthralling history of India, where gardens were a symbol of affluence, and learn about the finer aspects of Mughal garden design from your Botanical Guide. Explore India’s Golden Triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, renowned for their grand palaces and forts. Before and after your rail journey, enjoy multiple nights in Mumbai, Darjeeling and Kolkata.
This journey departs:
4 March 2028
Highlights
The following highlights provide an overview of some of the captivating encounters awaiting you on tour.
Amber Fort, Rajasthan
Visit Jaipur’s Amber Fort and explore its Hall of Mirrors and Chahar Bagh paradise garden.
The Deccan Odyssey
Board the luxurious Deccan Odyssey train for a seven-night rail journey across India.
Mughal Architecture and Gardens
Learn about Mughal architecture and gardens with your Botanical Guide.
See India’s Tea Plantations
Stay in the tea plantation region of Darjeeling. Learn about tea production before a backdrop of stunning landscapes.
The Deccan Odyssey
Board the luxurious Deccan Odyssey train for a seven-night rail journey across India.
Inclusions
See below for an overview of your tour’s inclusions and featured sightseeing.
Travel with a small group of up to 30 guests, escorted by an expert Botanical Guide and local guides
Includes a seven-night train journey aboard the Deccan Odyssey, and seven nights’ accommodation in centrally located five-star hotels
Return private transfers from door to door, tipping and porterage, port taxes, plus 38 meals and select beverages
All sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary
Appreciate Mughal garden design, visit private homes and gardens, and gain insights from a local horticultural expert
Visit Jaipur’s Amber Fort, Udaipur’s City Palace and the Rashtrapati Bhavan (President’s Home) in Delhi
Explore the Taj Mahal gardens, Kolkata flower market and the renowned AJC Bose Indian Botanic Garden, home to the iconic Great Banyan Tree and India’s rich horticultural heritage
Stay in the hill station of Darjeeling, steeped in the history of India’s tea plantations
Itinerary
Your day-by-day itinerary details the gardens and other sights that make up your journey.
Trip Notes
Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
Fitness rating: High
Group Size: Up to 30 Botanica guests aboard the Deccan Odyssey train. The train will be shared with other guests who have not booked through Botanica. To view deck plans, visit www.botanica.travel/cruise-fleet