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Palace on Wheels Train Tour
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Palace on Wheels Train Tour
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OverviewBoarding Palace on Wheel is a dream come true, where
you will live in royalty for seven days and visiting the most splendorous
sites in Rajasthan. The train is incorporated with comforts similar to the
traditional royal style of Rajasthan. This train takes you to some very
exciting destinations like Ranthambore , Bharatpur Bird sanctuary and cities
of forts and palaces like Jaisalmer and Jodhpur. The tour is organized in
such a way that there will be enough time for your leisure activities and
shopping in Jaipur and Jodhpur. This Palace on wheels is a true accolade to
aspiring visitors to Rajasthan, Delhi and Agra. So, just enjoy as you need
not worry for anything when you are aboard the Palace on Wheels.
Activities
Involved- Visiting of Monumental Heritage of Delhi.
- Exciting Ride and Stay in Palace in wheels.
- Sumptuous Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Palace on Wheels.
- Shop for Exclusive Handicrafts items, Jewellery and Textiles from Markets of Jaipur.
- Camel Safari in Sand Dunes of Jaisalmer.
- Shopping at Rajasthali - a Rajasthan Government Emporium in Jaisalmer.
- Interactive Session with Jungle Inhabitants of Ranthambore.
- Rickshaw Ride in Keoladeo Ghana National Park in Bharatpur.
Detail
ItineraryDay 01 : Arrive Delhi 
On arrival, you are given a traditional welcome and are transferred to the hotel. After lunch in the afternoon we arrange a half-day city tour of Old Delhi when you are taken to visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid and Rajghat. You are also taken to the recentlty constructed Akshardam temple and it is guaranteed that you would love to be within the ramparts of the temple. Overnight stay is at hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi - Jaipur (Reporting Time : 16.00 hrs. Dep :18.30 hrs)
After breakfast, we take you to a half day city tour of Delhi where you get to visit India Gate, president's House (from outside), Humayun Tomb and Qutub Minar. In time approximately at 1600 hrs transfer to Delhi Cantonment Railway station to board on the luxury train Palace on Wheels. As this train sets off to a colorful journey to Rajasthan the guests are first accorded a traditional welcome to the train. As night falls and it starts to darken this luxury on wheels chugs its way out of the railway station.
Day 03 : Jaipur – Jaisalmer (Arrival : 02.00 hrs. Dep. : 19.30hrs)
The Palace on wheels first takes you to the Jaipur- the pink city of India. It was Sawai Jai Singh II who founded Jaipur in 1727. On your arrival to Jaipur you are greeted by a group of caparisoned elephants. An air-conditioned coach then takes you to the sight seeing tour of the pink city of India. The colourful bazaars and historic monuments of Jaipur are what this city is famous for. So, on your sightseeing tour you get to visit many historical monuments and they represent the silent sentinels of the Rajasthan royal era. Hawa Mahal, Nahargarh Fort, and Amber Fort are some of the important landmarks that you visit in Jaipur. Another exciting experience is shopping in Jaipur. Shop for exclusive handicrafts items, jewellery and textiles. Also, be at one of the finest palaces of Jaipur, the Rambagh palace to enjoy your lunch. After lunch, we take you for a tour to the City Palace that houses some of the beautiful havelis and mansions in Jaipur. You also get the chance to visit Jantar Mantar – the largest observatory in India. Then return to Palace on wheels for dinner and onwards journey follows to Jaisalmer.
Day 04 : Jaisalmer – Jodhpur (Arrival : 08:15 hrs. Dep. : 23.00 hrs)
It was Rawai Jaisal who founded the City of Jaisalmer in 1156 AD that is situated at the heart of the Thar Desert. The city is famous for its havelis and forts that dot the landscape of this beautiful city. The best of the havelis that you come across are the Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim Singh-ki-haveli. The other activities included in the day are shopping at Rajasthali- a Rajasthan Government emporium. Here you find embroidered articles, silvery jewellery, pattu shawls, wooden boxes and trinkets. Return to Palace on Wheels for a sumptuous lunch, after which we head to the Sand dunes for a camel safari. This exciting activity is followed with a refreshing cup of tea. Dinner marks the grand finishing of the day in Jaisalmer along with various cultural programs. We then depart for Jodhpur.
Day 05 : Jodhpur-Sawai Madhopur (Arrival : 07.00 hrs. Dep. : 15.30 hrs)
Jodhpur was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 AD. So, now you arrive to Jodhpur- the second largest city in Rajasthan. The Mehrangarh fort being the prime attraction in Jodhpur, we take you to this fort first. There are many beautiful havelis and mansions in the fort. We take you to Sheesh Mahal, Sileh Khana, Phool Mahal and Daulat Khana. We also take you to Jaswant Thanda , which is a group of beautiful royal cenotaphs. Enjoy shopping in Jodhpur as it is another activity that is contending. Post lunch we take you to Umaid Bhawan Palace, following that, the palace on wheels rolls on to take you to Sawai Madhopur.
Day 06 : Sawai Madhopur – Chittaurgarh (Arrival : 04.00 hrs. Dep. : 10.30 hrs)
This Day we take you to Ranthambore so as to enjoy the wildlife of the National Park. Sawai Madhopur is the nearest Railhead to Ranthambore. So, after breakfast just get ready for a visit to the park. There is also an interaction session with the inhabitants of the jungle. This park is home to number if wild animals and about 300 species of birds. The park has 10th century Ranthambore fort in its precincts. After paying visits to fort and the park we head to our onward journey to Chittaurgarh.
Day 07 : Chittaurgarh – Udaipur (Arrival : 04.00hrs. Dep. : 10.30 hrs)
Chittaurgarh - is symbol of the bravery and determination of the Rajput warriors of Rajasthan. It is said that this city was attacked three times and every - time the Rajput warriors displayed their mettle to the attackers. Death was dearer to them then dishonor. In Chittaurgarh, you get to see Chittaurgarh fort and Meera Bai temple where Meera Bai worshiped Lord Krishna. You also get to see the Padmini Palace where the beautiful Padmini used to live. After paying visit to Chittaurgarh, the Palace on Wheels proceeds to Udaipur - the city of Lakes.
Day 08 : Udaipur – Bharatpur (Arrival : 6.45 hrs. Dep. : 20.00 hrs)
Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar founded Udaipur in 1559 AD. There are beautiful lakes and palaces to be seen in the city. This sightseeing tour of Udaipur takes you to the various beautiful places of tourist interest. One of the important landmarks of Udaipur is Lake Pichola. Here on the banks of the lake you get to see many beautiful monuments.
The Lake Palace and City Palace are some of the beautiful places you visit in Udaipur. Enjoy your lunch at Lake Palace Hotel after which we head to other wonderful places in Udaipur. The coach then takes you to Chittaugarh, where you proceed to Bharatpur aboard Palace On Wheels.
Day 09 : Bharatpur – Agra (Arrival : 6.30 hrs. Dep. : 9.00 hrs.)
The Keoladeo Ghana Natioanl Park is what makes Bharatpur famous. Also known as the Bharatpur Bird sanctuary, this park is a paradise for bird lovers and teems with birds. Watch for the large number of bird species in the Sanctuary. Consider shooting pictures of these birds making good use of your cameras. The luxury train then rolls on to the city of Agra, after fixing your date with the avian species.
Day 10 : Agra – Delhi (Arrival : 14.30 hrs. Dep. : 23.00 hrs)
This Day the Palace on Wheels takes you to Fatehpur Sikri, located near Agra. During Akbar's reign Fatehpur Sikri was the capital, but later on the emperor Akbar abandoned this fort because of shortage of water. With beautiful palaces, mansions and mosques this fort is now a unique example of Hindu and Mughal architecture. You then proceed towards Taj Mahal - one the Seven Wonders of the World. Taj Mahal built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, exhibits some of the best decoration on marble stone. The other important monument in Agra to be covered is the Red Fort. This fort houses many beautiful palaces. After dinner, you are on board in the train where you have a good night's sleep.
Day 11 : Delhi
It is the last day of this royal journey. The train will arrive at Delhi Cantt. morning at 06.00 hrs and ponder on the pleasant memories of the past week that is sure to keep you enthused for a long long time. Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer to hotel. Spend the time in the hotel by engaging yourself in some exciting activity within the hotel, as the time is kept free for, the other option is to explore the city on your own by visiting the market areas or the shopping complex and enjoy some street snacks from the city corners. Overnight is at hotel.
Day 12 : Delhi – Departure
Have a sumptuous breakfast that would consist of all delicacies and relinquishing juices. Get ready for your airport departure at IGI Airport. Throughout way enjoy the window view from your car, feel the fresh morning air dashing against your face. It is a very tantalizing ride as the winding streets of Delhi gives a breadth-taking view of the city suburbs and the greenery that surrounds. In time board the flight for your onward destination.
On arrival, you are given a traditional welcome and are transferred to the hotel. After lunch in the afternoon we arrange a half-day city tour of Old Delhi when you are taken to visit Red Fort, Jama Masjid and Rajghat. You are also taken to the recentlty constructed Akshardam temple and it is guaranteed that you would love to be within the ramparts of the temple. Overnight stay is at hotel.
Day 02 : Delhi - Jaipur (Reporting Time : 16.00 hrs. Dep :18.30 hrs)
After breakfast, we take you to a half day city tour of Delhi where you get to visit India Gate, president's House (from outside), Humayun Tomb and Qutub Minar. In time approximately at 1600 hrs transfer to Delhi Cantonment Railway station to board on the luxury train Palace on Wheels. As this train sets off to a colorful journey to Rajasthan the guests are first accorded a traditional welcome to the train. As night falls and it starts to darken this luxury on wheels chugs its way out of the railway station.
Day 03 : Jaipur – Jaisalmer (Arrival : 02.00 hrs. Dep. : 19.30hrs)
The Palace on wheels first takes you to the Jaipur- the pink city of India. It was Sawai Jai Singh II who founded Jaipur in 1727. On your arrival to Jaipur you are greeted by a group of caparisoned elephants. An air-conditioned coach then takes you to the sight seeing tour of the pink city of India. The colourful bazaars and historic monuments of Jaipur are what this city is famous for. So, on your sightseeing tour you get to visit many historical monuments and they represent the silent sentinels of the Rajasthan royal era. Hawa Mahal, Nahargarh Fort, and Amber Fort are some of the important landmarks that you visit in Jaipur. Another exciting experience is shopping in Jaipur. Shop for exclusive handicrafts items, jewellery and textiles. Also, be at one of the finest palaces of Jaipur, the Rambagh palace to enjoy your lunch. After lunch, we take you for a tour to the City Palace that houses some of the beautiful havelis and mansions in Jaipur. You also get the chance to visit Jantar Mantar – the largest observatory in India. Then return to Palace on wheels for dinner and onwards journey follows to Jaisalmer.
Day 04 : Jaisalmer – Jodhpur (Arrival : 08:15 hrs. Dep. : 23.00 hrs)
It was Rawai Jaisal who founded the City of Jaisalmer in 1156 AD that is situated at the heart of the Thar Desert. The city is famous for its havelis and forts that dot the landscape of this beautiful city. The best of the havelis that you come across are the Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim Singh-ki-haveli. The other activities included in the day are shopping at Rajasthali- a Rajasthan Government emporium. Here you find embroidered articles, silvery jewellery, pattu shawls, wooden boxes and trinkets. Return to Palace on Wheels for a sumptuous lunch, after which we head to the Sand dunes for a camel safari. This exciting activity is followed with a refreshing cup of tea. Dinner marks the grand finishing of the day in Jaisalmer along with various cultural programs. We then depart for Jodhpur.
Day 05 : Jodhpur-Sawai Madhopur (Arrival : 07.00 hrs. Dep. : 15.30 hrs)
Jodhpur was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 AD. So, now you arrive to Jodhpur- the second largest city in Rajasthan. The Mehrangarh fort being the prime attraction in Jodhpur, we take you to this fort first. There are many beautiful havelis and mansions in the fort. We take you to Sheesh Mahal, Sileh Khana, Phool Mahal and Daulat Khana. We also take you to Jaswant Thanda , which is a group of beautiful royal cenotaphs. Enjoy shopping in Jodhpur as it is another activity that is contending. Post lunch we take you to Umaid Bhawan Palace, following that, the palace on wheels rolls on to take you to Sawai Madhopur.
Day 06 : Sawai Madhopur – Chittaurgarh (Arrival : 04.00 hrs. Dep. : 10.30 hrs)
This Day we take you to Ranthambore so as to enjoy the wildlife of the National Park. Sawai Madhopur is the nearest Railhead to Ranthambore. So, after breakfast just get ready for a visit to the park. There is also an interaction session with the inhabitants of the jungle. This park is home to number if wild animals and about 300 species of birds. The park has 10th century Ranthambore fort in its precincts. After paying visits to fort and the park we head to our onward journey to Chittaurgarh.
Day 07 : Chittaurgarh – Udaipur (Arrival : 04.00hrs. Dep. : 10.30 hrs)
Chittaurgarh - is symbol of the bravery and determination of the Rajput warriors of Rajasthan. It is said that this city was attacked three times and every - time the Rajput warriors displayed their mettle to the attackers. Death was dearer to them then dishonor. In Chittaurgarh, you get to see Chittaurgarh fort and Meera Bai temple where Meera Bai worshiped Lord Krishna. You also get to see the Padmini Palace where the beautiful Padmini used to live. After paying visit to Chittaurgarh, the Palace on Wheels proceeds to Udaipur - the city of Lakes.
Day 08 : Udaipur – Bharatpur (Arrival : 6.45 hrs. Dep. : 20.00 hrs)
Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar founded Udaipur in 1559 AD. There are beautiful lakes and palaces to be seen in the city. This sightseeing tour of Udaipur takes you to the various beautiful places of tourist interest. One of the important landmarks of Udaipur is Lake Pichola. Here on the banks of the lake you get to see many beautiful monuments.
The Lake Palace and City Palace are some of the beautiful places you visit in Udaipur. Enjoy your lunch at Lake Palace Hotel after which we head to other wonderful places in Udaipur. The coach then takes you to Chittaugarh, where you proceed to Bharatpur aboard Palace On Wheels.
Day 09 : Bharatpur – Agra (Arrival : 6.30 hrs. Dep. : 9.00 hrs.)
The Keoladeo Ghana Natioanl Park is what makes Bharatpur famous. Also known as the Bharatpur Bird sanctuary, this park is a paradise for bird lovers and teems with birds. Watch for the large number of bird species in the Sanctuary. Consider shooting pictures of these birds making good use of your cameras. The luxury train then rolls on to the city of Agra, after fixing your date with the avian species.
Day 10 : Agra – Delhi (Arrival : 14.30 hrs. Dep. : 23.00 hrs)
This Day the Palace on Wheels takes you to Fatehpur Sikri, located near Agra. During Akbar's reign Fatehpur Sikri was the capital, but later on the emperor Akbar abandoned this fort because of shortage of water. With beautiful palaces, mansions and mosques this fort is now a unique example of Hindu and Mughal architecture. You then proceed towards Taj Mahal - one the Seven Wonders of the World. Taj Mahal built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, exhibits some of the best decoration on marble stone. The other important monument in Agra to be covered is the Red Fort. This fort houses many beautiful palaces. After dinner, you are on board in the train where you have a good night's sleep.
Day 11 : Delhi
It is the last day of this royal journey. The train will arrive at Delhi Cantt. morning at 06.00 hrs and ponder on the pleasant memories of the past week that is sure to keep you enthused for a long long time. Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer to hotel. Spend the time in the hotel by engaging yourself in some exciting activity within the hotel, as the time is kept free for, the other option is to explore the city on your own by visiting the market areas or the shopping complex and enjoy some street snacks from the city corners. Overnight is at hotel.
Day 12 : Delhi – Departure
Have a sumptuous breakfast that would consist of all delicacies and relinquishing juices. Get ready for your airport departure at IGI Airport. Throughout way enjoy the window view from your car, feel the fresh morning air dashing against your face. It is a very tantalizing ride as the winding streets of Delhi gives a breadth-taking view of the city suburbs and the greenery that surrounds. In time board the flight for your onward destination.
Experience
Shared by the TravellerTraveling Rajasthan aboard the Palace on Wheels is
really a lifetime experience. Watching out Rajasthan from the facades of
this royal train was wondrous as I experienced the blending of rugged desert
terrain with the glowing majesty of erstwhile Rajas and Maharajas. Traveling
through Place on Wheels was really like a fairy-tale ride as I had often
heard about it. The touch of palace royalty and its courteous courtiers was
beyond imagination. I don’t remember a single instance or a moment
where I didn’t felt like a princess, it seemed as if entire board was
my realm! It was just fantastic. Besides, what I liked was the train halts
at every important destination of Rajasthan and Agra and there was enough
time for sightseeing and shopping. But what really frustrates me is that,
there is always a big list of reservation bookings and it becomes impossible
to find a quick reservation. So, I would always like to see another 'Palace
on Wheels' a sister concern of the present train. I also congratulate the
Tourism Department of Rajasthan for having successfully launched the 'Palace
on wheels' that gained great applause right from the day it started to roll.
Also my sincere thanks to my tour operator who made Palace on Wheels
possible for me.
---- Harry Clarke from Paris
---- Harry Clarke from Paris
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