Royal Greens & Rails

Program Overview

Begin in Mumbai and travel north toward Delhi aboard the Deccan Odyssey on The Maharaja’s Fairway Express, a refined luxury train journey designed around India’s royal heritage and finest golfing experiences. This 10-day odyssey blends scenic rail travel with curated golf mornings, unfolding from palace estates and historic private clubs to desert cities, Mughal landmarks, wildlife landscapes, and the celebrated fairways of Gurgaon. Designed as a thoughtfully paced rail and golf journey from Mumbai to Delhi and onward to Gurgaon, the itinerary combines rounds at distinguished courses, heritage excursions, elegant dining, attentive service, and time to unwind. Along the way, the journey reveals India’s sporting legacy, royal landscapes, and warm hospitality through the romance of slow travel, creating an experience that feels seamless, distinctive, and deeply memorable.

Program Routing

Mumbai – Vadodara – Udaipur – Jodhpur – Jaipur – Agra – Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore) – Delhi – Gurgaon

The Awesomeness of the Itinerary

The Maharaja’s Fairway Express beautifully brings together India’s royal heritage, iconic landscapes, and distinguished golfing culture through the romance of luxury rail travel. Explore palace estates, historic cities, grand forts, Mughal landmarks, vibrant markets, and wildlife landscapes as the journey moves from Mumbai through Gujarat, Rajasthan, Agra, Ranthambore, Delhi, and finally to the celebrated fairways of Gurgaon.

Along the way, enjoy curated golf mornings, heritage excursions, refined dining, cultural encounters, and moments of leisure, all while travelling aboard the Deccan Odyssey, one of India’s most elegant luxury trains.

Blending the grandeur of royal rail travel with the prestige of golf, this journey captures India’s sporting legacy, architectural richness, hospitality, and timeless sense of discovery in one cohesive experience.

This is a journey that brings together India’s heritage, fairways, palaces, flavours, wilderness, and warm hospitality in one unforgettable experience.

Bear in mind

Some excursions include walking through forts, palaces, old city markets, heritage sites, village paths, and outdoor landscapes.

Dress codes may apply at religious or culturally sensitive sites, so modest and comfortable attire is recommended.

Golf days require suitable golfing attire, footwear, and personal equipment as per club guidelines.

Weather can vary across regions, from warm afternoons to cooler mornings and evenings, so breathable layers are advisable.

As with all rail and experiential journeys, schedules may adjust based on railway operations, local conditions, tee-time availability, or cultural events.

Access to select golf clubs is subject to advance confirmation, guest policies, and availability.

Limited cabins, suites, tee times, and departure dates are available, so advance booking is strongly recommended.

Program at a Glance

Day 1: Mumbai

Arrive at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai for registration and check-in before boarding the Deccan Odyssey. A traditional welcome with refreshments and cultural performances sets the tone for the journey ahead. Settle into your cabin, explore the train’s elegant interiors, and enjoy dinner onboard as the train departs for Vadodara.

Day 2: Mumbai – Vadodara

Begin the day with an early breakfast onboard before transferring to Gaekwad Baroda Golf Club, Gujarat’s oldest private golf course, set within the grand Laxmi Vilas Palace Estate. Enjoy an 18-hole round surrounded by mature trees, heritage pavilions, and palace-side fairways. Return to the train for lunch before visiting the Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum. Later, enjoy high tea and folk performances at Laxmi Vilas Palace before dinner onboard as the train continues towards Udaipur.

Day 3: Udaipur

Arrive in Udaipur, the City of Lakes, and begin with a visit to the magnificent City Palace complex, followed by a serene boat ride across Lake Pichola. Enjoy lunch at a heritage city venue before setting out on a walking tour through the Old City, known for its puppets, textiles, jewellery, handicrafts, and atmospheric lanes. Return to the Deccan Odyssey in the evening for dinner onboard as the train departs for Jodhpur.

Day 4: Jodhpur

After breakfast onboard, transfer to Jodhpur Golf Club, housed within the historic Sardar Club in Ratanada. Enjoy an 18-hole round at this old-world parkland course, once associated with Marwar’s aristocracy and colonial-era sporting culture. Return to the train for lunch before exploring the Clock Tower market by tuk-tuk, passing havelis, old houses, and lively bazaar streets. Later, visit Mehrangarh Fort at golden hour, with sweeping views over the Blue City, before returning to the train for dinner and the onward journey to Jaipur.

Day 5: Jaipur

Arrive in Jaipur and transfer to Rambagh Golf Club, one of India’s most storied golf courses, located beside the historic Rambagh Palace. Enjoy an 18-hole round with views towards Moti Doongri and Nahargarh Forts. After lunch at a city hotel, pause for photographs at Hawa Mahal before continuing to Amer Fort. Explore its courtyards, mirrored halls, and lake-facing viewpoints, followed by time for shopping in Jaipur’s famed textile and gemstone markets. Return to the Deccan Odyssey for dinner as the train departs for Agra.

Day 6: Agra

Arrive in Agra for a morning dedicated to the Taj Mahal, one of India’s most iconic monuments and a timeless expression of Mughal artistry. After lunch at a city hotel, continue to the UNESCO-listed Agra Fort, visiting its audience halls, royal pavilions, and historic courtyards. Time permitting, explore local markets known for Pietra Dura craftsmanship and Mughal-inspired souvenirs. Return to the train in the evening for dinner onboard as the journey continues to Sawai Madhopur.

Day 7: Sawai Madhopur – Ranthambore

Begin with an early village visit and a quiet interaction with local families, offering a glimpse into life around Sawai Madhopur. Return to the train for an early lunch before setting out on an afternoon safari in Ranthambore National Park, one of India’s most celebrated tiger reserves. The experience brings together wilderness, rugged landscapes, and the possibility of spotting the Royal Bengal Tiger. Return to the Deccan Odyssey for dinner and your final overnight journey onboard towards Delhi.

Day 8: Delhi – Gurgaon

Arrive at Delhi’s Safdarjung Railway Station and enjoy breakfast onboard before bidding farewell to the Deccan Odyssey. Begin a half-day guided tour of Old Delhi, exploring the lanes of Chandni Chowk, the spice market, and the atmosphere around Jama Masjid. Enjoy lunch at Dharampura Haveli, a restored 19th-century mansion offering heritage-style dining in the heart of Old Delhi. Later, transfer privately to Gurgaon and check in at Trident, Gurgaon or The Oberoi, Gurgaon. The evening is at leisure.

Day 9: Gurgaon – Delhi Departure

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer privately to Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi for your onward or international flight. Alternatively, extend your stay in Delhi, Gurgaon, or beyond, continuing the journey through India at leisure.

Your Journey Includes

Overall

Accommodations

Golf

Experiences

Visit to Laxmi Vilas Palace and Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum in Vadodara
City Palace, Lake Pichola boat ride, and Old City walk in Udaipur
Clock Tower market and Mehrangarh Fort visit in Jodhpur
Hawa Mahal photo stop, Amer Fort visit, and shopping time in Jaipur
Guided visit to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort
Village interaction and Ranthambore National Park safari
Half-day Old Delhi tour with Chandni Chowk, spice market, and Jama Masjid surroundings

Culinary

Your Journey does not Include

International or domestic flights to or from India
Visa fees and travel insurance
Government taxes and service tax unless specified
Alcoholic beverages unless expressly mentioned as included
Laundry, shopping, telephone calls, and other personal expenses
Video camera fees and professional still camera fees
Optional excursions, activities, or additional sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary
Pre- or post-tour accommodation unless specifically included
Any itinerary extensions beyond the stated programme
Gratuities for staff, guides, drivers, caddies, or hotel teams unless specified
Any services not expressly mentioned under “Your Journey Includes”

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