'Journey To Witness The Kingdom Of The State' Most memorable journey with a royal treatment and mannerism, a great experience on the wheels. The train "Palace On Wheels" ranked one of the best train in the world.
It has 14 air-conditioned saloons (coaches), embellished with intricate décor, all saloon is named after former Rajput states. Each saloon is having 4 coupes with 2 beds, channel music, carpeted, with attached bath and mini pantry which serves hot and cold beverages, a beautiful lounge attached with well stocked bar, 2 elegant restaurants offering delicious Indian & continental food of your choice.
A mobile palace that takes you to other palaces.
The Palace On Wheels Programme
Programme
Time Schedule
01-Wednesday
Delhi Delhi, the
capital of India has rocked in its cradle numerous dynasties and empires,
enticed rulers and attracted plunderers over the millennia.
The history of Delhi is the abridged history of India. From being the seat
of royal power to colonial power and finally the seat of the largest
democracy in the world, Delhi preserves an enviable heritage evident in its
numerous monuments dotting the city. The Old Fort, Red Fort, Jama Masjid,
Qutub Minar, Jantar Mantar, Rashtrapati Bhawan, Raj Ghat, India Gate and
Lotus Temple are a few of the tourists attractions of Delhi. 1600 hours:
Ceremonial welcome onboard the Palace On Wheels at the Delhi Cantonment
Railway Station. 1745 hours: Departure for the regal journey of a lifetime.
1930 hours: Dinner is served onboard.
17.45 hrs.
02-Thursday
Jaipur (Arr.) The
gateway to Rajasthan, the 'Pink City' of Jaipur was founded by Maharaja Jai
Singh II in the late 17th century. Jaipur has much to offer visitors -
everything from a royal legacy of architectural wonders and a wealth of
handicrafts to pageants and festivals, and sightseeing. Jaipur is a
harmonious blend of traditional lifestyles and modern ways.
0000 hours: Arrive at Jaipur.
0730 hours: Breakfast served onboard.
0830 hours: City sightseeing.
1300 hours: Lunch at the Ram Baugh Palace Hotel.
1700 hours: Depart for Jaisalmer.
2000 hours: Dinner on board.
08.30 hrs
Depart for Jaisalmer
22.00 hrs.
03-Friday
Jaisalmer (Arr.)
Referred to as the western sentinel of India, Jaisalmer is one of the
greatest bastion of the world. Situated at the heart of the Thar Desert in
Rajasthan, Jaisalmer offers the visitor an enchanting world of fable, colour
and history. A citadel that seemed to be willing trapped into a medieval
time-wrap, Jaisalmer portrays the love and interest the Rajputs had for the
fine arts.
0615 hours: Arrive at Jaisalmer.
0730 hours: Breakfast onboard.
0830 hours: Depart for sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer.
1300 hours: Lunch onboard and rest.
1700 hours: Visit the sand dunes and enjoy camel safari.
1930 hours: Have dinner and relish the cultural programme.
2300 hours: Depart for Jodhpur.
08.30 hrs.
Depart for Jodhpur
23.30 hrs.
04-Saturday
Jodhpur (Arr.) The
city of Jodhpur is situated at the edge of the Thar Desert and is famous for
its magnificent forts and palaces. Founded by the Rajput chief Rao Jodha in
1459, Jodhpur was the erstwhile capital of the Marwar state and today is the
second largest city of Rajasthan. There are about 100 towers in the city,
most of which are surrounded by defensive battlements. The imposing
Mehrangarh Fort stands majestically overlooking the city.
0730 hours: Breakfast served onboard.
0800 hours: Arrive at Jodhpur.
0830 hours: Depart for local sightseeing.
1300 hours: Lunch at the Umaid Bhawan Palace.
1530 hours: Depart for Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambhor National Park).
2000 hours: Dinner served onboard.
09.00 hrs.
Depart for Ranthambhor
15.45 hrs.
05-Sunday
Ranthambhor (Arr.)
Sawai Madhopur is the town at the entrance of
Ranthambhore National Park, which is famous for its lush environs, clear
lakes, meandering rivers and various wild species like the royal Bengal
tiger.
Chittaurgarh is India's most valorous fort lingering with its history and
unending passion of saga, chivalry and romance. Built in the 7th century,
the Chittaurgarh Fort was once adorned with beautiful palaces within its
sprawling ramparts, but few survived the perpetual onslaughts of invaders.
0400 hours: Arrive at Sawai Madhopur.
0630 hours: Breakfast onboard.
0700 hours: Visit the Ranthambhore National Park
1100 hours: Depart for Chittaurgarh.
1300 hours: Lunch served onboard.
1530 hours: Arrive at Chittaurgarh.
1600 hours: Depart for local sightseeing.
2000 hours: Depart for Udaipur and dinner onboard.
06.30 hrs.
06-Monday
Udaipur (Arr.)
Poetically referred to as the 'City of Lakes', Udaipur,
was founded in the mid-16th century by Maharana Udai Singhji. Situated by
the Lake Pichola, Udaipur been an inspiration for poets, painters and
writers and is famous for its palaces, lake, museums, temples and gardens.
The Lake Palace is the major attraction of the city.
0645 hours: Arrive at Udaipur. Breakfast served onboard.
0730 hours: Depart for sightseeing of the one of the most romantic cities in
the world.
1230 hours: Lunch at the mystical Lake Palace Hotel.
2000 hours: Depart for Bharatpur. Dinner served onboard.
08.30 hrs.
Depart for Bharatpur and Agra.
20.00 hrs.
07-Tuesday
Bharatpur is the home of the world
famous bird sanctuary - Keoladeo Ghana National Park, also know as Bharatpur
Bird Sanctuary. An ornithologist's paradise, Bharatpur is home to an
astonishing range of exotic flora and fauna.
0600 hours: Arrive at Bharatpur and visit Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary.
0830 hours: Breakfast at the Bharatpur Forest Lodge.
After visiting the Bharatpur bird sanctuary, travel to Fatehpur Sikri (22
kms/14 miles), the red-sandstone city build by Mughal Emperor Akbar, by
air-conditioned coach.
The grand finale of this unique journey is definitely Agra. Situated by the
sacred River Yamuna, Agra is the erstwhile bastion of the mighty Mughal
Empire and home to the mesmerising Taj Mahal - a poetry etched in white
marble and one of the seven wonders of the world. Agra also presents some of
the marvels of Mughal architectural brilliance.
1030 hours: You will be driven to Fatehpur Sikri
1300 hours: Lunch at the Mughal Sheraton Hotel / onboard the train v 1500
hours: Sightseeing tour of Agra
2000 hours: Depart for Delhi and dinner onboard.
07.15 hrs.
Depart for Delhi.
20.00 hrs.
08-Wednesday
Delhi (Arr.)
Arrive as early as 0730 hrs in Delhi Cantonment Railway
Station. After farewell breakfast onboard, its back to reality with only
royal memories to cherish for a lifetime.
07.30 hrs.
Tariff for Palace On Wheels (Per person per
Night)
Type
Oct' 2004 to Mar' 2005
Sept' 2004 & Apr' 2006
Single Occupancy
US $ 485
US $ 395
Double Occupancy
US
$ 350
US $ 295
Triple Occupancy
US
$ 285
US $ 240
Train Departures
Every Wednesday Afternoon from Delhi Cantonment Railway Station.
Table of departure dates:
Month & Year
Date of departure -
Every Wednesday
September 2004
1,8,15,22,29
October 2004
6,13,20,27
November 2004
3,10,17,24
December 2004
1,8,15,22,29
January 2005
5,12,19,26,
February 2005
2,9,16,23
March 2005
2,9,16,23,30
April 2005
6,13,20,27
Note: 10%
Extra surcharge is applicable for departure on these dates.
Terms & Conditions:
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Children below 5 to 12 years charged 50 percent of the tariff
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Valid up to April 2000.
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Indian passengers can pay in rupees (equivalent amount) at the exchange rate prevalent at the time of payment.
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Tariff is inclusive of travel, full catering (morning tea, breakfast, lunch, evening tea and dinner), conducted sightseeing tour by deluxe coaches, entrance fee and camera charges at monument and palaces, cultural programs, elephant and camel rides, boating to and fro lake palace hotel at Udaipur & rickshaw rides.
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Complimentary one bottle of mineral water per person per day on board.
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Tariff does not include liquor, beverages, laundry, video camera charges at monuments and other items of personal nature on board or out side.
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Alteration in itinerary can be made without prior notice due to unavoidable circumstances.
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Laundry service is available at Jaipur & Jodhpur.
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Foreign exchange facility is available at hotel counters.
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Palace on wheels recommends shopping at state handicrafts emporium only.
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If the group consist of over 50 persons the excursion is divided into two batches. One group follows the normal order of sightseeing while the other covers it in reverse order
Check-in Confirmed schedule and detailed itinerary will be supplied with your tickets. Please check-in at least 30 minutes before departure.
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