Rated amongst the top 10 luxurious and wonderful train journey's to be had throughout the world, The Palace on Wheels takes you on the most exotic and enchanting royal journey through the bygone era of the Royalty of India in the most vibrant and colourful state of India - Rajasthan and Agra – The City of Taj. Even till date The Palace on Wheels cruises along in royal style with each guest treated as royalty in the style only the Maharajas of yesteryears could have perpetuated and enjoyed.
The exquisite and exclusive Palace On Wheels has 14 coaches named after former Rajput states matching the aesthetics and interiors of the royal past with its luxurious cabins, wall to wall carpeting, a well stocked bar, two dining cars and a very personalized service... in fact, almost everything that could compromise of heaven on earth for seven days! Each saloon has personal attendants or Khidmatgars, who are to your beck and call to extend a courteous helping hand, should you need anything. The Palace on Wheels welcomes you aboard to "Re-live" the Royal Experience of the Maharajas of Rajasthan and if you are really looking for a holiday of a lifetime, the Palace on Wheels is for you.
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Sawai Madhopur - Chittaurgarh, Udaipur - Bharatpur, Agra – Delhi
Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days. |
ITINERARY FOR PALACE ON WHEELS IN INDIA
Day 1 - Delhi
Delhi, the capital of India and the second largest metropolis in India with a population of thirteen million is a beautiful blend of the ancient culture and modern technology.
1600 hours : The Palace on wheels starts every Wednesday of the week from Safdarjung railway station, New Delhi at 1745hrs. Reporting time is 1630hrs where a Royal Reception awaits you to board Palace On Wheels maharaja train tour.
1745 hours : The Journey Begins.
2000 hours : Dinner is served on board.
Day 2 - Jaipur
The picturesque capital of Rajasthan, Jaipur is color washed pink-the color associated with hospitality in Rajput culture. The very structure of Jaipur resembles the taste of the Rajputs and the Royal family and the ancient heart of the Pink City still beats in its fairy-tale palaces, rugged fortresses perched on barren hills and broad avenues that dot the entire city.
0000 hours : The train reaches Jaipur.
0730 hours : Breakfast is served on board.
0830 hours : It's time for sightseeing that includes Hawa mahal, Amber Fort, City palace and Jantar mantar.
1300 hours : Lunch is served at the Rambagh Palace Hotel.
1700 hours : The train departs for Jaisalmer. 2000 hours: Dinner is served on board.
Day 3 - Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is also called as the Golden city of India because the yellow sand gives a yellowish-golden touch to the city & its surrounding area.
0615 hours : The train arrives at Jaisalmer.
0730 hours : Breakfast is served on board.
0830 hours : It's time for sightseeing that includes Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon ki Haveli, Salim Singh ki Haveli and Gadsisar Sagar Tank.
1300 hours : Lunch is served on board and relaxation time.
1700 hours : It's time for camel safari amongst sand dunes.
1930 hours : Dinner is served while you enjoy a cultural programme.
2300 hours: The train departs for Jodhpur.
Day 4 - Jodhpur
Set at the edge of the Thar Desert, the imperial city of Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert. The graceful palaces, forts and temples strewn throughout the city bring alive the historic grandeur, exquisite handicrafts, folk dances music and the brightly attired people lend a romantic aura to the city.
0730 hours : Breakfast is served on board.
0800 hours : The train arrives at Jodhpur.
0830 hours : It's time for sightseeing that includes Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and Umaid Bhawan Palace.
1300 hours : Lunch is served at the Umaid Bhawan Palace.
1530 hours : The train departs for Sawai Madhopur.
2000 hours : Dinner is served on board.
Day 5 - Ranthambore Tiger Sanctuary, Chittaurgarh Fort
This morning we will visit the Ranthambore National Park, the only dry deciduous tiger habitat in the world and probably the best place in the world to see wild tigers. Later in the afternoon we will visit Chittorgarh Fort which reverberates with history of heroism and sacrifice, which is evident as it echoes with the tales sung by the Bards of Rajasthan.
0400 hours : The train arrives at Sawai Madhopur.
0630 hours : Breakfast is served on board.
0700 hours : It's time to visit the Ranthambhore National Park.
1100 hours : The train departs for Chittaurgarh.
1300 hours : Lunch is served on board.
1530 hours : The train arrives at Chittaurgarh.
1600 hours : It's time for sightseeing that includes Chittaurgarh Fort.
2000 hours : Dinner is served on board.
Day 6 - Udaipur
The city of Lakes "Udaipur" is a lovely blend of water, lush green hills that set fire and passion in a poet. Its palaces are straight out of a fairy-tale book, lakes, forts, palaces, temples, gardens, mountains and narrow lanes lines withdrawn with stalls, relives the reminisces of a heroic past, valor and chivalry.
0645 hours : Breakfast is served on board.
0730 hours : It's time for sightseeing that includes Lake Palace, Jag Mandir, City Palace and Sahelion ki Bari.
1230 hours : Lunch is served at the Lake Palace Hotel.
2000 hours : The train departs for Bharatpur.
2000 hours : Dinner is served on board.
Day 7 - Agra, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
In the morning visit Agra, famous as being home to one of the seven wonders of the world-the Taj Mahal. The architectural splendour of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a vivid remainder of the mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is a vivid reminder of the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. In the afternoon visit the paradise for the avian world and the pilgrimage for the bird lovers, the Keoladeo Ghana National Park or Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.
Morning: Visit Taj Mahal, the eternal symbol of love
1300 hours : Lunch is served on board.
Afternoon : Visit the Keoladeo Ghana National Park at Bharatpur, one of the most famous bird sanctuaries.
Night : The train departs for Delhi. Dinner is served on board.
Day 8 - Delhi
0500 hours : The train arrives at Delhi Cantonment Railway Station.
0745 hours : If you choose to wait for it, breakfast is served on board before you get off.
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