BENGALURU: Facing the Covid-19 threat, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation ( IRCTC ) may cancel the first trip of Golden Chariot, which was supposed to hit the track after a gap of two years.The only luxury train in South India launched by the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation in 2008, Golden Chariot wasn’t operational for two years. IRCTC, which recently took over its operation, management and marketing, had planned three trips on March 22, March 29 and April 12.“We decided to cancel the first trip scheduled on March 22 due to the virus scare. Many international tourists have cancelled tickets because of travel restrictions,” said an IRCTC official.IRCTC CMD Mahendra Pratap Mall said a decision will be taken in a day or two. He refused to divulge the rate of bookings and cancellations.IRCTC had planned ‘Pride of Karnataka’ of 6 nights/7 days itinerary from Yeshwantpur railway station to Bandipur, Mysuru, Chikkamagaluru, Hampi, Badami and Goa. There is a 35% discount on full tour (six nights/seven days) for Indian nationals at Rs 1.94 lakh plus 5% GST per person.Another official said they are now mainly targeting domestic travelers. "For instance, a short tour for two night/ three days is for Rs 59,999 per passenger plus 5% GST. This will attract locals, mainly Bengaluru IT professionals, as a short duration trip with luxury train experience," he said. The 18-coach long train with 44 guest rooms can accommodate 84 guests.