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Home :: Luxury Trains in India :: Palace on Wheels

Palace on Wheels (8 Days)

New Delhi | Jaipur | Jaisalmer | Jodhpur | Sawai Modhopur | Chittaurgarh | Udaipur | Bharatpur | Agra | Delhi

Months of Operation :
October till March : High Season tariff Applicable
September & April : Lean Season Discounted tariff Applicable

Detailed Itinerary

Palace on Wheels Day 1 : Wednesday - NEW DELHI : Reporting Time 16.00 hrs. Dep. 18.30 hrs.
The journey of a lifetime begins at the Delhi Safdarjung Railway station where the guests are accorded a warm, traditional welcome before the Palace-on-Wheels pulls out into the night for a week-long luxury cruise through fascinating Rajasthan

Day 2 : Thursday - JAIPUR : Arrival 03.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs.
The first stop of the Palace-on-Wheels is Jaipur, one of the most well planned cities of the world of its time. This capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the Pink City, was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, in 1727 A.D.
To explore the city, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, which is a remarkable five storied building a one the main street of the old city in pink splendor with semi-octagonal and delicate honey combed sandstone windows. This is followed by a visit to Amber Fort where elephant ride is available to climb up the hill. Lunch at a Five Star Hotel followed by visit to City Palace Museum and Observatory.
Day 4 : Saturday - JODHPUR : Arrival 07.00 hrs. Departure 15.30 hrs.
Next morning the Palace-on-Wheels is in Jodhpur, a city ringed by a high stone wall with seven gates and several bastions. This second largest city of Rajasthan, founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 A.D. is known for its rock-solid Mehrangarh Fort. The grand palaces within -Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana are impressive examples of architectural excellence. Near the fort complex lies Jaswant Thada, and a group of royal cenotaphs made of white marble. After lunch at a Palace hotel, return to the Palace-on-Wheels. While in Jodhpur shop for exquisite handicraft articles including the famous breeches, embroidered shoes, metal curios, silverware, paintings and tie and dye fabrics.

Tiger National Park Day 5 : Sunday -SAWAI MODHOPUR : Arrival 04.00 hrs. Departure 10.30 hrs.
One can almost sense a life of the wilderness, as the Palace-on-Wheels arrives in Sawai Madhopur, a city named after its founder Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I. After breakfast a visit is arranged to the Ranthambhor National Park, wherein are located the ruins of a 10th century fort. This wildlife sanctuary is considered to be the country's best for observing and photographing the activities of the tiger. The park, covering an area of 392 sq. kms. is home to more than 300 species of birds. The tiger, hyena, rate, jackal and fox are among those constituting the carnivorous population here. Sawai Madhopur is known for its excusive toys, ethnic ornaments and costumes. Upon return to the Palace-on-Wheels, you leave for Chittaurgarh, when one gets an opportunity to watch the colourful countryside passing by in the daylight.

Day 5 : Sunday - CHITTAURGARH : Arrival 16.00 hrs. Departure 05.30 hrs (next day)
After lunch on board you are in Chittaurgarh. Images of love and velour; scars of battles lost and won...thrice-besieged, Chittaurgarh Fort is all this and more. Moving legends of honor and pride will echo in your mind as you proceed to Udaipur.
Day 6 : Monday - UDAIPUR : Arrival 07:30 hrs. Departure 17.30 hrs.
Udaipur, the Lake City, was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven way by the Mughals, in 1559A.D. Perhaps the two most beautiful sites of Udaipur are the dream-like marble palaces- the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) and the Jag Mandir, which appear to rise from the blue waters of Lake Pichhola. After lunch at a Five Star Hotel, a visit to the City Palace.

siberian Crane Keoladeo Ghana National Park Day 7 : Tuesday - BHARATPUR : Arrival 06.30 hrs. Departure 9.00 hrs.
In the morning, the Palace on Wheels arrives in Bharatpur, the capital of Maharaja Suraj Mal . After breakfast pay a visit to the world famous bird sanctuary, Keoladeo Ghana National Park, the nesting place for thousands of Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds.

Day 7 : Tuesday - AGRA : Arrival 12.00 hrs. Departure 21.00 hrs.
Upon arrival visit the Agra Fort and after lunch arrive at the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world. A pristine monument of undying love. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Agra is known for its splendid marble inlay work like the Pietra Dura work on the Taj, leather goods and jewellery.
Day 8 : Wednesday - DELHI : Arrival 04.00 hrs.
Arrive at Delhi Safdarjung Railway station at 04.00 hrs. Breakfast on board and let the pleasant memories of the past week linger on your mind for a long, long time.

End of a memorable tour !!!


Tariff Chart :
October till March : High Season tariff Applicable
April & September : Lean Season Discounted tariff Applicable.

(As this palatial train requires a lot of renovation and maintenance. The Train thus does not operates in the months of May, June, July & August).

April 2008 & Sept 2008
Occupancy Type Per night
(per person)
Total for 7 nights
(per person)
Single occupancy Rs. 17000 Rs. 119,000
Double occupancy Rs. 13200 Rs. 92400
Triple occupancy Rs. 10700 Rs. 74900

Oct 2008 to March 2009
Occupancy Type Per night
(per person)
Total for 7 nights
(per person)
Single occupancy Rs. 23000 Rs. 161,000
Double occupancy Rs. 17200 Rs. 120,400
Triple occupancy Rs. 13900 Rs. 97300

Please note :
* 10 % surcharge shall be levied on departures during Christmas / New Year
* 3.09 % service tax shall be levied additional on tariff
* No charter can be booked during Xmas & New Year period
* Tariff is subject to change without notice

The Palace On Wheels Tour Cost Includes :
Tariff is inclusive of travel/ catering/ conducted sightseeing/ entrance fee at monuments/ parks/ palaces/ cultural programs/ camel ride at Jaisalmer/ boat ride at Udaipur/ rickshaw ride at Bharatpur and for still cameras. Guest has to pay for video cameras, liquor, laundry and other items of personal nature.

Reservation :
- 50% advance payment within 07 working days of confirmation
- Remaining 50% of ticket value 90 days prior to departure.

Cancellation Policy :
- 10 % service charge if cancelled after receipt of 50 % advance payment
- 25 % cancellation charges if cancelled 90 days prior departure
- 50 % cancellation charges if cancelled less then 90 or 60 days prior departure
- 100 % cancellation charges if cancelled less then 60 days prior departure
No show / En route termination of tour / amendment
- No Show : In case of No Show / Non-arrival of the guest no refund/adjustment in future travel will be admissible.
- En route termination of tour: In case of termination of tour by the guest, no refund/adjustment for future travel will be admissible.
- Amendment : No charges will be levied for amended dates of tour of Palace on Wheels
and amendment will be permitted once only subject to availability.

Check-in Time :
Reporting time is 4 PM at Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station.
Relevant Information :
Meals
The two restaurant cars, The Maharaja and The Maharani, serve a range of Indian, Continental and Chinese cuisine. Menus are changed seasonally.

Climate
Varies from 8°C to 25°C between October to March.

Clothing Recommended
Light tropical / light woolens.

Other Facilities
Doctor on call at the next station. Money exchange facility/All credit cards accepted. Adequate safety and security arrangements. Complimentary mineral water on board the coach, during sightseeing and at hotels. Assistance for travel arrangements on completion of the tour.





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