Destinations:Delhi >> Jaipur >> Jaisalmer >> Jodhpur >> Sawai Madhopur >> Chittaurgarh >> Ranthambhore >> Udaipur >> Bharatpur >> Fatehpur Sikri >> Agra >> Delhi
Duration: 7 Days/ 6 Nights
Palace On Wheels India tour is an adventurous journey to make a tryst with the magnificent history of India. It's an enthralling experience to visit splendid monuments full of grandeur and awe, occupied ones by the erstwhile Maharajas of Indian states. The serene ambience and royal treatment in the Palace On Wheels will definitely make you feel pampered and jubilant!
Day -1 Wednesday Reporting Time 16.00 hrs.Dep.18.30 hrs
The luxurious journey begins at the Delhi Cantonment Railway station. You will be accorded a warm, traditional welcome before boarding on Palace on Wheels.
Day -2 Thursday Arrival 2.00 hrs.Dep.19.30 hrs
Palace on Wheels will take you to your first destination, Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan and popularly known as the "Pink City". It was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, in1727 A.D.
Explore this beautiful city in an air-conditioned coach and enjoy the architectural excellence of its beautiful structures like Amer Palace, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal and several other heritage buildings. Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds is a remarkable five storeyed building.
This is followed by a visit to Amber Fort, eleven km away; enjoy an elephant ride while trekking uphill. Indulge in lavish shopping at Jaipur, which is famous for its traditional jewellery, unique handicrafts, carpets, and textiles.
After a delicious lunch at a Palace Hotel, visit City Palace, home of the erstwhile royal family, and Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. The Luxury coaches will take you back to Palace on Wheels around 6.30 pm. Exclusive Dinner on Board.
Day -3 Friday Arrival 08.15 hrs.Dep.23.00 hrs
The desert city of Jaisalmer was founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1156A.D. Here visit beautiful locations like the 12th century Jaisalmer Fort, Gadsisar Lake, Nathmalji-ki-Haveli, Patwon -ki-Haveli, Salim Singh-ki-Haveli and Jain Temple. Enjoy shopping for authentic handicrafts in Government emporium, like mirror work, embroidered articles, wooden boxes, trinkets, silver jewellery and much more. After an exotic lunch on board, go for an adventurous camel ride on the sand dunes. Enjoy delicious cuisine at night along with cultural programmes at a hotel in Jaisalmer. The train leaves for Jodhpur at night.
Day -4 Saturday Arrival 07.00hrs.Dep.15.30 hrs
Next morning the Palace on wheels reaches Jodhpur, the second largest city of Rajasthan, founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 A.D. Visiting major tourist attractions like Umaid Bhawan Palace, Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada built in 1899 A.D.
After an exotic lunch at a royal Palace hotel, return to the Palace on Wheels. Later on visit Girdikot and Sardar Market famous for a wide range of handicrafts and enjoy shopping of exquisite handcrafted articles including embroidered shoes, metal curios, silverware, paintings and tie and dye fabrics.
Day -5 Sunday Arrival 04.00hrs.Dep.10.30 hrs
Sawai Madhopur is named after its founder Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I. After a refreshing breakfast visit Ranthambhore National Park, which provides best locations for observing and photographing the activities of the tiger. The park is spread over an area of 392 sq.kms and is home to more than 300 species of birds and animals like Tigers, Sambhar, Cheetal, Wild boar, Leopards, Sloth bear, and Jackal. Upon return to the Palace on Wheels, leave for Chittaurgarh, Rajasthan, India.
Day -5 Sunday Arrival 16.00hrs.
After lunch on board you reach Chittaurgarh, Rajasthan. The city is famous for its glorious fort, located on a 180-meter high hill. The fort includes several historical monuments like Vijay Stambh, Kirti Stambh, Rana Kumbha's Palace, Padmini Palace, Meera Bai's Temple and Kumbha Shyam Temple etc.
Day -6 Monday Dep 05.30hrs from Chittaurgarh for Udaipur.
Arrive in Udaipur, the Lake City at 7:30 AM. It was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar. Visit Lake Pichola, the largest and the most beautiful of Udaipur's lakes, Palaces like Jag Mahal and Jag Niwas, Sahelion Ki Bari, Gulab Bagh (Rose garden) and the 18th century monsoon palace, Sajjangarh. After lunch at Lake Palace Hotel enjoy a visit to City Palace, on the banks of the Lake Pichola. In the evening visit the crystal gallery. Later proceed to Bharatpur on board Palace on Wheels
Day -7 Tuesday Arrival 06.00 hrs.Dep.11.45 hrs
Next morning, Palace on Wheels arrives at Bharatpur. A refreshing morning visit to Bharatpur, which is popular for Keoladeo Ghana National Park known for its migratory birds like Siberian Cranes. It is also the nesting place of thousands of Egrets, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds.
Day -7 Tuesday Arrival 14.30 hrs.Dep.23.00 hrs
Arrive at Fatehpur Sikri-the red sandstone mini city founded by Mughal Emperor Akbar. It houses several famous buildings like Buland Darwaja, Diwan-i-Am, Diwan-i-Khas, Panch Mahal, Jodhabai Palace, tomb of Saint Sheikh Salim Chishti, and the Jama Masjid. After lunch visit Agra Fort and after that the magnificent Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal.
After a delicious dinner on board and a comfortable night's sleep, arrive at Delhi Cantt. Railway Station at 6.00 hrs the next morning. From Delhi you can take flight for your next destination or for your native country.
Exclusive facilities available at Palace on Wheels
LUGGAGE COLLECTION: -Absolutely no worries about your luggage collection as your luggage is picked up and taken to your respective saloons with proper care.
ARRIVAL KIT: -On arrival each guest is provided with an arrival kit consisting of stationery items, brochures, cards etc. For any additional requirement you can call the attendant available at your service.
ACCOMMODATION: - You will stay in a deluxe salon, out of the14 fully air-conditioned deluxe saloons, each with combination of 4 twin bedded chambers with attached toilets, running hot and cold water, wall to wall carpeting and other amenities for comfort and luxury.
ATTENDANT/ ROOM SERVICE: - To take care of all your travel requirements an attendant will always be there.
EXOTIC CUISINE: -A wide variety of delicious dishes to choose from, like Chinese, Continental, Indian and Rajasthani, are available on the Palace on Wheels.
MINERAL WATER: -Pure and completely safe Mineral water is made available to you all through the journey.
TOILETRIES: -All essential toiletries like soaps and shampoos are provided in the train.
NEWSPAPERS/MAGAZINES: -All leading dailies and newspapers would be provided to you every morning.
Also available for you is a large collection of magazines to choose from.
SECURITY: - We ensure complete safety and security of your personal belongings in the luxurious train.
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