Indian train journeys are never just about reaching the destination. One can enjoy the countryside passing by their window, with each glance presenting a fresh, varied, often breathtaking view. And it gets even better if that journey happens to be aboard the Deccan Odyssey luxury train, which is offering bookings at a discounted price.

The Early Bird Offer, wherein if you book tickets before the 31st of July, enables you to pay ₹4,37,500 per couple instead of ₹6,12,500, for a Deluxe Cabin. For the uninitiated, Deccan Odyssey comprises of 21 royal coaches, 12 of which contain palatial guest cabins equipped with a wide spectrum of modern amenities. It also has a conference/entertainment car, two dining cars, two generator cars with a store for luggage, two staff cars, a spa car and a bar car.

The train’s Ayush spa is equipped with masseurs trained in ancient Indian massage techniques. One of the two restaurants, Waavar, presents local specialties of the state the train is travelling through, while the other, Utsav, specialises in various cuisines. Deccan Odyssey’s unique features and amenities include Wi-Fi connectivity, a gym, a beauty salon, paramedics, a bar, and cell phones and LCD TVs in every cabin. 

Choose from one of the many interesting itineraries such as ‘Maharashtra Splendour’ that connects Mumbai with historical destinations such as Ajanta, Kohlapur and Aurangabad and ‘Hidden Treasures of Gujarat’ that has one visiting Sasan Gir, known for the Asiatic Lion, Little Rann of Kutch, known for its salt flats, and the Sun Temple of Modhera. For more information, visit thedeccanodyssey.com. For bookings email [email protected]