Lets take a Flash back of Indian Royal Life for one glorious week, re capture the royal past of Rajasthan in a grand royal style. Step aboard the Palace on Wheels, once the personal railway coaches of the erstwhile rulers of the princely states of Gujrat and Rajputana, the viceroy of British India and the Nizam of Hyderabad.

The Palace on Wheels

Traveling on the famed Palace on Wheels is one of the most memorable ways to explore India’s royal era of glorious Rajasthan. The Palace on Wheels has been rated one of the ten best luxurious train journeys in the world. Originally the train had 12 fully furnished non-air conditioned saloons, Each saloon is equipped with twin- bedded cabins, each with channel music, intercom, with attached baths and running hot and cold water and a shower.


The Palace on Wheels has been rated one of the ten best luxurious train journeys in the world. The coaches of Palace on Wheels are named after royal states of Rajasthan, Everything matches, even the ambiance, which is totally soaked in the colorful tradition of Rajasthani art. Panels and ceilings are covered with miniature and traditional motifs reflecting the glory of courtly life. 

Each saloon has a mini pantry and a lounge to ensure availability of beverages and refreshments and a place to relax and go together. Before dinner, most fellow passenger meet at the well-stocked bar and at a well maintained library. These are the place to sit and be seen sitting and talking or reading while sipping a drink or simply watching the countryside through large panoramic windows.

Next to the comfortable bar lounge are two equally exquisite restaurants, the Maharaja and the Maharani respectively, with opulent draped curtains, elegantly crafted lights and stylish dining is among the highlight of the journey. Apart from the chef's special of the day, there is delicious choice of local Rajasthani, Chinese and Continental cuisine.


The interiors of the current 14 saloons are authentic replicas of the historic coaches. Each saloon is equipped with twin- bedded cabins, each with channel music, intercom, with attached baths and running hot and cold water and a shower. 


The seven nights and eight days magnificent journey takes you to royal retreats of :
  • The pink city of Jaipur.
  • The historical Chittaurgarh.
  • Udaipur the city of lakes and palaces.
  • Sawai Madhopur and its wild Ranthambore National Park.
  • Jaisalmer, undisputed jewel of the Thar dessert.
  • The majestic stronghold of Jodhpur.
  • Bharatpur and Khaldeo Ghana bird sanctuary.
  • The red stone city of Fatehpur Sikri.
  • symbol of undying love Taj Mahal at Agra - one of the seven wonders of the world .

7 Nights Palace On Wheels Train Tour Ex.Delhi for 2007 - 08
May' 2007 to August' 2007 ANNUAL MAINTANCE , No Service
September' 2007 05, 12, 19, 26
October' 2007 03, 10, 17, 24, 31
November' 2007 07, 14, 21, 28
December' 2007 05, 12, 19*, 26*
January ' 2008 02, 09, 16, 23, 30
February ' 2008 06, 13, 20, 27
March ' 2008 05, 12, 19, 26
April ' 2008 02, 09, 16, 23, 30


7 Nights Palace On Wheels Train Tour Ex.Delhi for 2008 - 09
May' 2008 to August' 2008 ANNUAL MAINTANCE, No Service
September' 2008 03, 10, 17, 24
October' 2008 01, 08, 15, 22, 29
November' 2008 05, 12, 19, 26
December' 2008 03, 10, 17, 24*, 31*
January ' 2009 07, 14, 21, 28
February ' 2009 04, 11, 18, 25
March ' 2009 04, 11, 18, 25
April ' 2009 01, 08, 15, 22, 29


(Indicative New rates for 2007/08 Season pending approval from Indian Railways on 10th May,2007)

COST PER PERSON for 7 Nights PALACE ON WHEELS Train Tour Ex.Delh
FROM OCT to MARCH* FOR SEPT & APRIL
On Triple Sharing US$ 2,380 US$ 1,820
On Twin Sharing US$ 2,905 US$ 2,205
On Single Occupancy US$ 3,920 US$ 2,905
+Govt Service Tax Extra AS APPLICABLE
* 10% Holiday Surcharge Extra for Xmas-Eve & New Year Eve departs.

**COST INCLUDES: Stay for in private A/C cabin with attached toilets;Daily 3 Meals;Excursion costs & sightseeing with English Speaking Guides;Bottled drinking water;Entrance fee at monuments;Elephant ride in Jaipur; Camel ride in Jaisalmer; Canter-Trailer ride in Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve;Boat ride in Udaipur;Cycle Rickshaw ride in Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.

EXTRA COSTS(Not included): Hard & soft drinks on consumption; Laundry Service;Video Camera fee at monuments & game sanctuaries on actuals ;Gratuity & tips;Porterage;Travel Insurance.
   

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