Fly from the UK and enjoy your overnight flight to Mumbai

Arrive at Mumbai International Airport. Following immigration, baggage collection and customs, Tamarind Global 
representative will meet you at the EXIT of ARRIVAL TERMINAL building after which you will be transferred to your hotel.  
Mumbai is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is the most populous city in India and the ninth most 
populous city in the world. Mumbai is known for its iconic landmarks, such as the Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji 
Terminus, and the Taj Mahal Palace hotel. The city is also home to Bollywood, the world's largest film industry, and it is 
a major financial center in India. Mumbai is located on the west coast of India and is known for its diverse population, 
with people from all over the country living and working in the city. 
Spend the rest of the day at leisure or go for a stroll at the Marine drive also known as the Queen’s Necklace. 

Following breakfast at the hotel, proceed for half day Mumbai city tour.
Visit the Gateway of India, situated at Apollo Bunder. Next, visit the Prince of Wales Museum, which houses a priceless collection of art, sculpture, China and other antiques. Drive past the Victoria Terminus, Mumbai University and Rajabai Clock Tower. Make a photo stop at Dhobi Ghat, the open-air laundry of the city.
Afternoon: Board the Deccan Odyssey at Mumbai – on Ellora Caves
Welcome aboard the Deccan Odyssey. This evening assembles at the Chhatrapati railway station at approximately 1530 hours to complete the registration process and check in formalities for your Indian Odyssey journey, as you receive a traditional Indian welcome and enjoy a refreshing welcome drink. As you settle in, the Deccan Odyssey shall depart Mumbai for Ellora Caves . (Departure at 1715 Hrs)
Meals and overnight on-board Deccan Odyssey

As you enjoy breakfast, the Deccan Odyssey arrives at Aurangabad, named after the last Great Mughal Aurangzeb, The city itself has deep Mughal influences and there are several monuments of note here; the Daulatabad Fort, Bibi-ka-Maqbara and the city’s 52 gates, each with its own history, amongst them. The morning is at leisure on board or you may choose the option of enjoying a relaxing massage at a hotel spa. Post an early lunch, disembark for a scenic drive that takes you to the Ellora Caves, carved into the side of a basaltic hill 30 km from the city.
Next climb up to explore the lofty Daulatabad fort, occupied since at least 100 BCE, and which houses the remains of Buddhist caves similar to those at Ajanta and Ellora. You will then return to the Deccan Odyssey to freshen up before heading back to the city for dinner.
Meals and overnight on-board Deccan Odyssey

This morning enjoy a leisurely breakfast before heading out to the Old City of Aurangabad. Spend the morning visiting Bibi-ka-Maqbara, the mausoleum of Dilras Banu, Aurangzeb’s wife, and a replica of the Taj Mahal at Agra.
Built between 1651 and 1661 by her son, Prince Azam Shah, the monument is also called the ‘Taj of the Deccan’ and was intended to rival the splendor of the Taj Mahal, but unfortunately fell short. Himroo features Persian designs woven with gold and silver threads and takes its name from Hum-ruh, which means ‘similar’ in Persian, as it is a replica of the Kum Khwab fabric that was popular in royal courts before Himroo gained precedence. Return to the Deccan Odyssey for lunch on board after which you can enjoy the rest of your afternoon indulging in the recreational activities on board as the hinterland of Maharashtra sweeps past, with its ever-changing colors and landscape making its way to Ramtek for Pench National Park. 

Awaken before sunrise today as the Deccan Odyssey pulls into Ramtek, for your date with nature’s beautiful creations at the Pench National Park. Named after the Pench River, which meanders through it like a mammoth python, splitting it into almost equal halves, the park is immensely rich in biodiversity, its terrain defined by hills, valleys and the occasional precipitous slope, an important ecosystem supporting an abundance of flora and fauna, including a rich variety of aquatic life. After an exhilarating game drive, return to the Deccan Odyssey for a leisurely brunch on board.
The Pench National Park is four different forest regions in one, an extravagance of trees, shrubs, grasses, climbers, weeds and herbs, with teak being the most prominent of the tree species. After an exciting day at Pench drive back to Ramtek station to board the Deccan Odyssey. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner as the Deccan Odyssey departs for Tadoba, the land of the mighty tigers.

Wake up before the sun this morning as the Deccan Odyssey rolls back into Chandrapur station, for your early morning safari into the Tadoba Tiger Reserve, also called the Land of Tigers, for its high tiger density. It is not uncommon to spot tigers and wild dogs here, with plenty of opportunities for close encounters with leopards, sloth bears, gaurs (the Indian bison), the rusty spotted cat, ratels, various species of deer, wild pigs and more. After an exciting morning, a late breakfast will be served at the Tiger Trails lodge, following which you can relax, view a documentary on wildlife or interact with our naturalist. Enjoy lunch at the lodge before you drive back to Chandrapur station to board the Deccan Odyssey. Sit back, unwind and enjoy cocktails fixed by our bartender onboard, followed by a sumptuous dinner and a well-deserved rest as the Deccan Odyssey proceeds towards Jalgaon to visit the exquisite Ellora Caves.
Meals and overnight on-board Deccan Odyssey

The Deccan Odyssey arrives at the Pachora railway station this morning from where, after breakfast on board, you will 
disembark and drive to the Ajanta Caves, a World Heritage site and an architectural marvel of its time. The 30 rock-hewn 
Buddhist caves at Ajanta have been masterfully carved and are adorned with sculptures and paintings of Buddhist 
religious art, depicting universal pictorial art as well as the fusion of Buddhist and Hindu faith. After exploring Ajanta, 
return to the Deccan Odyssey for lunch as it takes you towards Nashik. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to relax 
and enjoy some of the activities available on board. Watch a movie, learn the rules of ‘carrom’, a popular Indian board 
game, from a Deccan Odyssey team member or book yourself a relaxing massage in our spa on board. Relax and watch 
the tapestry of rural India unfold as you sip a sun downer before dinner.

This morning, the Deccan Odyssey brings you to the sacred city of Nashik, a fascinating destination where ancient 
spirituality seamlessly blends with modernity as it rapidly evolves into the wine capital of India. Upon disembarking, you 
will spend a serene morning walking along the historic Godavari Ghats. Your journey continues with an immersive stroll through the lively, kaleidoscopic market adjacent to the ghat offering a vibrant sensory glimpse into local life with stalls selling everything from fresh vegetables 
Vineyards for an exclusive,lush vines heavy with Chenin, Chardonnay, and Shiraz grapes, and receive an insider’s look into the age-old méthode 
traditionnelle used to craft some of the country's finest sparkling wines, You will return to the luxury of the Deccan Odyssey to relax and 
enjoy the changing landscapes as the train sets forth for Aurangabad.

Early this morning, after enjoying your final breakfast on board, you will disembark at the historic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai. It is time to bid a fond farewell to the Deccan Odyssey and its attentive crew as your royal passage through the grand vistas, timeless heritage, and rich cultures of India draws to a magnificent close.
TAMARAIND GLOBAL representative & car will await your Arrival at Railway Station to transfer you to your Hotel for the day. After freshening up in the late afternoon proceed for fort walk. Step back in time to explore Mumbai’s fascinating evolution from its humble beginnings into a vibrant metropolis. The walk continues past the bustling Bombay Stock Exchange, Mahatma Gandhi’s historic office, and the city's vibrant art district, concluding at the old docks with extraordinary tales of the enigmatic Ice King and the legendary day it rained gold.

After breakfast transfer to the airport for your overnight flight home.