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Palace On Wheels

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The Palace on Wheels promises one of the world's most captivating rail journeys, offering an array of facilities on board as it ventures into royal destinations each day. With all essentials meticulously arranged – dining, accommodation, sightseeing, and even organized shopping – the traveler is left with nothing to do but steep themselves in the history of the land, immerse in its vibrant hues, and savor the opulent life of a Maharaja. The journey commences in Delhi and loops back to the city after visiting, in order: Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bharatpur, Agra, and returns to Delhi. Welcome aboard for a voyage to the "Best City in the World," Udaipur (as acclaimed by Travel+Leisure), and the awe-inspiring wonder, the Taj Mahal.

Tour Schedules
Duration 7 Nights / 8 Days
Fare Starting From $ 4046, 5257
Season SUMMER(Sep & Apr), WINTER(Oct - Mar)
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Day 01
Day 01, Wednesday         Delhi
Welcome on arrival at Safdarjung Railway Station. (Red Carpet, Garlanding by Girls, Sehnai, Soft Drink and Welcome drink in Bar) 16:00
Departure for Jaipur 18:30
Dinner on board 20:00

The magical tour starts in the evening with a ceremonial welcome aboard the Palace on Wheels at Safdarjung, New Delhi. Be prepared for a royal welcome when you are greeted with a garland, a traditional tikka, with Sehnai and welcome drink. You will be introduced to your fellow travellers; feel free to explore your new palace, and acquaint yourself with its various facilities. Relax with a drink at the bar. Dinner will be served on board in its two excellent restaurants.

Day 02
Day 02, Thursday - Jaipur
Arrival at Jaipur 02:00
Breakfast on Board 07:00
Welcome with Rangoli, Shenai, Garlanding by Girls, Decorated Elephant, Kachi Godi Dance. 08:00
Departure by coach for Sight Seeing 08:15
Visit to Albert Hall Museum, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, City Palace, Elephant ride while going to Amber Fort and Lunch at star Hotel. 13:30
Visit of Amber Fort coming back to bus by Jeep 15:00
Shopping while returning to train. 18:00
Dinner on board 18:30
Departure for Sawai Madhopur From Durgapura Railway Station Jaipur 20:00

Begin your journey in the splendid Pink City, Jaipur, renowned for its elegant architecture bathed in a distinctive pink hue. Founded in 1727 by the visionary Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, Jaipur stands as a testament to meticulous urban planning of its era. As the capital of Rajasthan, this city resonates with the melodies of musicians, the artistry of artisans, and the craftsmanship of skilled workers. Presently, it draws visitors for its exquisite jewelry, diverse textiles, and delectable cuisine, offering a delightful fusion of tradition and modernity.

Day 03
Day 03, Friday         Sawai Madhopur / Chittaurgarh
Arrival at Sawai Madhopur 04:45
Departure for Ranthambhore National Park (Sanctuary visit) by open canters 06:00
Break Fast at Vinayak Hotel & visit of Jhoomar Baori 09:15
Arrival on Board 10:00
Departure for Chittorgarh Lunch on Board 10:20
Arrival at Chittorgarh welcome with two decorated horse. 16:00
Departure for Sight Seeing, Evening Tea at Fort. 16:30
Evening Tea & Light & Sound Programme at Fort 18:00
Return to Train 19:30
Dinner at Hotel Panna with culture programme 20:00

The Land of Tigers - Ranthambhore National Park is spread over an area of 392 sq kms., comprises of dry deciduous forest sprawling over an undulating terrain of Aravail and Vindhyachal Ranges. The park is one of the finest Tiger Reserves in the country under the project Tiger. The majestic predators assured of protection, roam freely during the day time and can be seen sometimes from close quarters. Beside this a large number other- wild animals and pretty birds can be spotted during the visit. Another interesting monument here is the 1000-year-old Ranthambhore Fort that is of great historical importance to be viewed from distance. Breakfast and Lunch is on board (Palace on Wheels).

Day 04
Day 04, Saturday         Udaipur
Departure from Chittorgarh 02:00
Arrival at Udaipur 08:00
Break Fast on Board 08:15
Departure for Sight Seeing by coach Sahalio Ki Bari and City Palace. 09:00
Udaipur lunch at Star Hotel 13:00
Boat Ride 14:00
Arrival at Station 15:00
Evening Tea on board 15:30
Departure for Jaisalmer 16:00
Dinner on board 19:30

The City of Lakes and Palaces - Udaipur is also known as the City of Lakes, Maharana Udai Singh founded this new kingdom after he moved here from Chittorgarh. Start the day with a good breakfast. Lunch is at 5-star Hotel where you can enjoy a view of the beautiful Lake. Site-seeing will include a City Palace visit to the famed Crystal Gallery where you can see a collection of the most amazing crystal objects that are on display. Enjoy a boat ride before you head back to the train.

Day 05
Day 05, Sunday         Jaisalmer
Break Fast on Board 07:30
Arrival at Jaisalmer welcome with 10 decorated Camels. 08:30
Departure for Sight Seeing Visit of Gadsisar Lake, Fort, Havelies and CityLunch on Board. 09:15
Departure for Sam duns and camel ride & tea 15:30
Arrival on Train 19:00
Dinner & Cultural Programme at Star Hotel 19:45
Departure for Jodhpur 23:55

On the second day, the journey leads to the heart of the desert, Jaisalmer, famously known as the "Golden City of India." It bears the name of its founder, Rawal Jaisal, and translates to 'the hill fort of Jaisal,' dating back to its establishment in 1156. This bustling city exudes a rustic charm, and the golden sandscape perfectly justifies its name. The havelis, once opulent, adorned with intricately carved balconies, cornices, and facades, grace the city, rendering it an architectural marvel to behold.



Day 06
Day 06, Monday         Jodhpur
Arrival at Mandor Railway Station, Jodhpur welcome with Mehrangarh Brass Band 07:00
Break Fast on Board 07:30
Departure for Sight Seeing 09:00
Visit of Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Visit of Umaid Bhawan museum 13:00
Jodhpur lunch at Star Hotel 13:30
Return to train 14:45
Departure for Bharatpur 16:30
Dinner on board 19:30

Embracing you with warmth, Jodhpur, the land of grandeur and mystique, extends a gracious welcome. As of today, it stands as the second-largest city in Rajasthan, founded in 1459 by Rao Jodha, a distinguished Rajput king. The enchantment of regal living continues to thrive in the numerous forts and palaces that grace the city. In this princely haven, also renowned as the "blue city" due to its indigo-hued facades, even the most commonplace dwellings boast exquisite stonework, delicate traceries, and intricately carved latticed windows.




Day 07
Day 07, Tuesday         Bharatpur /Agra
Arrival at Bharatpur 05:00
Departure for KeolaDeo National Park (Ghana Bird Sanctuary) by Padle Rikshaw 06:00
Break fast at Bird Sanctuary forest lodge 07:30
Return to Train 08:30
Departure for Agra 08:45
Arrival at Agra Fort Railway Station 10:30
Departure for Sightseeing-Visit to Fort of Agra 11:00
Lunch at 5 star Hotel 13:30
Visit to Taj Mahal 15:00
Shopping 17:30
Light & Sound programme 18:30
Dinner at 5 Star Hotel/ On Board 20:00
Departure for Delhi from Agra Cantt. Railway Station. 20:45

Its Lively Bird Sanctuary Early next morning, the Palace on Wheels arrives in Bharatpur, the capital of erstwhile ruler Maharaja Suraj Mal. Visit to one of the finest bird sanctuaries in the world the famous Keoladeo Ghana National Park, the nesting place of Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds over three hundred species of birds many of them migrant that come from parts as distant as Siberia and China. Breakfast on board.Taj Mahal world famous monument of eternal love in city Agra is known the world over for its beautiful Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal, a marble mausoleum built in the memory of his beloved Empress by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, is the greatest gesture of love known to mankind and is breathtakingly beautiful. Lunch at a five-star hotel, after lunch some shopping at this beautiful city and Dinner on board. The journey ends here and you will head back to Delhi with memories of this incredible trip that is bound to linger on in your heart for a long, long time.

Day 08
Day 08, Wednesday         Delhi
Arrival at Safdarjung Railway Station 02:30
Breakfast on Board 07:00
Deboard / Checkout 07:30



Day 01, Wednesday         Delhi
Welcome on arrival at Safdarjung Railway Station. (Red Carpet, Garlanding by Girls, Sehnai, Soft Drink and Welcome drink in Bar) 16:00
Departure for Jaipur 18:30
Dinner on board 20:00
Day 02, Thursday - Jaipur
Arrival at Jaipur 02:00
Breakfast on Board 07:00
Welcome with Rangoli, Shenai, Garlanding by Girls, Decorated Elephant, Kachi Godi Dance. 08:00
Departure by coach for Sight Seeing 08:15
Visit to Albert Hall Museum, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, City Palace, Elephant ride while going to Amber Fort and Lunch at star Hotel. 13:30
Visit of Amber Fort coming back to bus by Jeep 15:00
Shopping while returning to train. 18:00
Dinner on board 18:30
Departure for Sawai Madhopur From Durgapura Railway Station Jaipur 20:00
Day 03, Friday         Sawai Madhopur / Chittaurgarh
Arrival at Sawai Madhopur 04:45
Departure for Ranthambhore National Park (Sanctuary visit) by open canters 06:00
Break Fast at Vinayak Hotel & visit of Jhoomar Baori 09:15
Arrival on Board 10:00
Departure for Chittorgarh Lunch on Board 10:20
Arrival at Chittorgarh welcome with two decorated horse. 16:00
Departure for Sight Seeing, Evening Tea at Fort. 16:30
Evening Tea & Light & Sound Programme at Fort 18:00
Return to Train 19:30
Dinner at Hotel Panna with culture programme 20:00
Day 04, Saturday         Udaipur
Departure from Chittorgarh 02:00
Arrival at Udaipur 08:00
Break Fast on Board 08:15
Departure for Sight Seeing by coach Sahalio Ki Bari and City Palace. 09:00
Udaipur lunch at Star Hotel 13:00
Boat Ride 14:00
Arrival at Station 15:00
Evening Tea on board 15:30
Departure for Jaisalmer 16:00
Dinner on board 19:30
Day 05, Sunday         Jaisalmer
Break Fast on Board 07:30
Arrival at Jaisalmer welcome with 10 decorated Camels. 08:30
Departure for Sight Seeing Visit of Gadsisar Lake, Fort, Havelies and CityLunch on Board. 09:15
Departure for Sam duns and camel ride & tea 15:30
Arrival on Train 19:00
Dinner & Cultural Programme at Star Hotel 19:45
Departure for Jodhpur 23:55
Day 06, Monday         Jodhpur
Arrival at Mandor Railway Station, Jodhpur welcome with Mehrangarh Brass Band 07:00
Break Fast on Board 07:30
Departure for Sight Seeing 09:00
Visit of Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Visit of Umaid Bhawan museum 13:00
Jodhpur lunch at Star Hotel 13:30
Return to train 14:45
Departure for Bharatpur 16:30
Dinner on board 19:30
Day 07, Tuesday         Bharatpur /Agra
Arrival at Bharatpur 05:00
Departure for KeolaDeo National Park (Ghana Bird Sanctuary) by Padle Rikshaw 06:00
Break fast at Bird Sanctuary forest lodge 07:30
Return to Train 08:30
Departure for Agra 08:45
Arrival at Agra Fort Railway Station 10:30
Departure for Sightseeing-Visit to Fort of Agra 11:00
Lunch at 5 star Hotel 13:30
Visit to Taj Mahal 15:00
Shopping 17:30
Light & Sound programme 18:30
Dinner at 5 Star Hotel/ On Board 20:00
Departure for Delhi from Agra Cantt. Railway Station. 20:45
Day 08, Wednesday         Delhi
Arrival at Safdarjung Railway Station 02:30
Breakfast on Board 07:00
Deboard / Checkout 07:30
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