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Tour Highlights
The concept of the palace on wheels was derived from the royal background of the coaches which were originally meant to be the personal railway coaches of erstwhile rulers of the princely states of Rajputana and Gujarat, the Nizam of Hyderabad and the viceroy of British India.
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The Palace on Wheels maintains an imperial style and décor. The train and its facilities are synonymous with the epitome of luxury.
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The service is impeccable and you are sure to receive the treatment worthy of kings and queens.
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An attendant or 'Khidmatgar' is always available at your service, to take care of all your travel needs.
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Special assistance is available in the form of wheel chairs, creches and a special attendant for manual assistance.
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The train is fully air-conditioned. There are fourteen deluxe saloons named after the princely states of Rajasthan. Each saloon has 4 cabins attached with bath and shower.built-in wardrobes, overhead and night lights, piped music, reading lights etc. Personal attendants make sure that you are well looked after.
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There are 2 dining cars, decorated in the colorful Rajasthani style and serving Indian, Rajasthani, Continental and Chinese food.
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Kids are kept busy with interesting indoor games.Other services include laundry services, doctor-on-call at each station, barber shop and beauty parlour.
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The lounge has a charming shop, "The Bazaar", where you can pick up souvenirs and gifts.
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At every halt your evening is planned with cultural programs like Ghoomar, Panihari, Gorbandh, Ghair, Kaalebelia, Chung, Agnl Nritya or puppet shows. You will surely be enchanted by the famous folk songs Moomal, Baramasa and Gorbandh.
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Departure every Wednesday from Delhi Cantonment Railway Station
Schedule
September |
October |
November |
December |
7, 14, 21, 28 |
5, 12, 19, 26 |
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
7, 14, 21, 28 |
January |
February |
March |
April |
4, 11, 18, 25 |
1, 8, 15, 22 |
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
5, 12, 19, 26 |
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Day 1 Wednesday – Delhi |
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Reporting Time 16.00 hrs. Dep. 18.30 hrs. |
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The journey of a lifetime begins at the Delhi Cantonment 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. |
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Day 2 Thursday – Jaipur |
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Arrival 02.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs |
The first stop of 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 Swai Jai Singh II, in1727 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 storeyed building along 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, eight kms. away, where rides on caparisoned elephants add to the ambiance. Shop for Jaipur’s famous jewellery, handicrafts, carpets blue pottery and textiles. Near Ajmeri Gate is located Rajasthali - the only Rajasthan Govt. Emporium selling genuine handicrafts at fixed prices. |
Day 3 Friday – Jaisalmer
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Arrival 08:15 hrs. Departure 23:00 hrs. |
In the heart of the Thar Desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1156A.D. Here the yellow sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city. Discover the painstakingly latticed havelis or mansions with their grand facades. The Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim Singh-ki-haveli are fine examples of the stone carver’s skill. Shop at Rajasthali-the only Rajasthan Govt. emporium, for fine pattu shawls, mirror work & embroidered articles, wooden boxes, trinkets, silver jewellery and curios. After lunch on board, go for an exciting camel ride on the sand dunes of Sam, before sipping a refreshing cup of tea.
Enjoy the dinner and the cultural programmes at a hotel in Jaisalmer.
The train leaves for Jodhpur at night. |
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 royal Palace hotel, return to the Palace on Wheels.
While in Jodhpur shop for the exquisite handcrafted articles including the famous breeches, embroidered shoes, metal curios, silverware, paintings and tie and dye fabrics. |
Day 5 Sunday – Sawai Madhopur / Chittorgarh
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| 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, ratel, jackal and fox are among those constituting the carnivorous population here. Sawai Madhopur is known for its exclusive 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.
After lunch on board you are in Chittaurgarh. Images of love and valour; scars of battles lost and won….thrice-beseiged, Chittaurgarh Fort is all this and more. Moving legends of honour and pride will echo in your mind as you proceed to Udaipur.
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Day 6 Monday– Chittorgarh / Udaipur |
Depature 20:00 hrs from Chittorgarh
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The Luxury Coach will take you to Udaipur, the Lake City, the next morning. It was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven away 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 Lake Palace Hotel a visit to City Palace is exhilarating.
The luxury coach then takes you back to the Palace on Wheels at Chittaurgarh, thus winding up a day full of delights
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| Day 7 Tuesday– Bharatpur/Agra |
Arrival 06:30 hrs Depature 11:45 hrs
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Early next morning, the Palace 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 of thousands of Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds.
Arrive at Fatehpur Sikri-the red sandstone Mughal palatial complex. Within the enclosure is a mosque built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar and dedicated to the Sheikh Salim Chisti, a muslim Sufi Saint who blessed him with a son. After lunch move on from the Red Fort and 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.
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Day 8 Wednesday– Delhi |
Arrival at Delhi Cantt.
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Facilities |
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Your luggage is picked up and taken to your respective saloons without your worrying about it.
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An exotic array of dishes to choose from the continental, Indian and Rajasthani cuisines which are available on the palace-on-wheels.
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Each guest is provided with an arrival kit consisting of stationery items, brochures, cards etc.
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We make sure, the greatest gift of nature bestowed on us i.e. water is made available to you in its purest form. Mineral water is made available to you all through the journey.
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The leading dailies and newspaper greet you every morning over a simmering hot cup of tea or beverage of your choice. Also available for you is a large collection of magazines.
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Adequate safety arrangements are made for you as well as your personal belongings in the train itself.
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All essential toiletries like soaps, shamoos, moistuerisers etc. are provided in the train.
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A complimentary bottle of wine/beer courtesy palace-on-wheels to our royal guests.
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A well stocked bar serves wine, liquor and spirits of Indian and international brands, to keep you in 'high spirits'.
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To cherish these special moments of glory and to remind you of these times when you walk down memory lane a few years from now, we take a group photograph which is given to you as a souvenir.
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A mail box is provided on board, which discharges your mail with utmost care and efficiency.
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Your health, obviously tops the chart of our priority list. First aid is available on the train, whereas a doctor can be arranged on call at the very next station.
One child below 6 years sharing the room on a complimentary basis.(without extra bed)
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Anything additional can be asked for, from the attendant, always available at your service.
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The palace-on-wheels is a no-smoking train however, if you wish to smoke please contact your captain for guidance.
Tour Ends but sweet memories remain.
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USD Tariff for Foreign Nationals (Per Person / Per Night)
Accommodation |
Sep 2005 & April 2006 |
Oct 2005 to March 2006 |
Single |
US$ 395 |
US$ 535 |
Double |
US$ 295 |
US$ 385 |
Triple |
US$ 240 |
US$ 315 |
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Cost Includes :
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- Airport / Railway station pick-up & drop.
- Air, Train & surface travel within India.
- All meals during jurney in place on wheel.
- Tariff is inclusive of travel, catering, conducted sightseeing.
- Entrance fee to the monuments, parks, palaces.
- Cultural programmes.
- Rickshaw ride and Elephant ride in Jaipur, camel ride in Jaisalmer, boat cruise on Lake Pichola in Udaipur and Jeep Safari to the wild life park in Sawai Madhopur.
- Still cameras fees to the monuments.
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Package Cost Does Not Include :
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- International flight to & from India.
- Tariff does not include liquor, laundry and other items of personal nature and video camera charges for entry into Parks and monuments.
- All other items and services not specified above.
- Video camera fees to the monuments.
- Personal expenses such as drinks, tipping, airport tax and laundry.
- Visa fees or International flight tickets and insurance.
- Any other expenses incurred due to Bad Weather, Flight Cancellation, Road Closure, Land Slides, Etc.
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