The Golden Chariot, Karnataka's first luxury tourist train, has made its debut on the tracks. The train has 11 plush and fully air-conditioned passenger cars, two restaurant cars, a bar cum conference hall, a gym car and a staff car. It was made with an investment of Rs 50 crore. Starting from Bangalore, the train's trip will end at Goa, where it's linked with the Deccan Odyssey. Its fare for one person for 7-day journey is $3395 (about Rs 1.36 lakhs) during the peak season.
A strange-looking gold-colour chariot came afloat in the Bay of Bengal coast near Santabommali in the north coastal Andhra district of Srikakulam on Wednesday morning, leaving the locals awe-struck.
Intending to showcase the rich heritage, the train will start its journey from Bangalore and pass through Mysore, Hassan, Hospet, Gadag, Londa and finally culminate in Goa. It will be equipped with five star facilities including spa, restaurant, bar.
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