Route
Delhi - Agra - Rajasthan - Delhi.
The Royal Retreat
The Royal Retreat, the pride of India, the wonderful, unparalleled, unique
and unforgettable Palace on Wheels. Palace on Wheels has been rated amongst
the top ten luxury trains of the world. Palace on Wheels happens to be one
of the finest ways to travel through the intoxicating, incomparable,
incredible, impressive, inimitable, inspirational land of India. Exploring
India aboard Palace on Wheels is completely different.
The Palace on Wheels, once the personal railway coaches of the erstwhile
rulers of the princely states of Gujrat and Rajasthan, the viceroy of
British India and the Nizam of Hyderabad is one of the most luxurious train
of the world. See Rajasthan in all its splendour and the TajMahal at Agra.
Travelling on the famed Palace on Wheels is one of the most memorable ways
to explore India's stately splendour. Unquestionably it's an unparalleled
experience to ride the replica carriages refurbished to look like the
original saloons of the Maharajas, the erstwhile rulers of India. The Palace
on Wheels is one of India's most fascinating sojourns covering the pink
state capital Jaipur, the golden citadel Jaisalmer, the blue city of
Jodhpur, the National Park Ramthambhor, the symbol of chivalry Chittorgarh,
romantic city of Lakes Udaipur, the bird sanctuary Bharatpur and the mughal
capital Agra before returning to Delhi.
Destinations Covered
Splendid and enchanting royal journey through the bygone era of the
erstwhile Maharajas is all that expect from The Palace On Wheels. The name
of this royal retreat is enough in itself, to acquaint it to the tourists.
One can feel the magic of royal Rajasthan and the amazing Agra, on board the
Palace on Wheels.
The week long tour on Palace on Wheels is full of colour, action, fun and
frolic flavoured with rich local culture and tradition. These destinations
attract large number of tourists to Indian every year. The journey promises
to be the most vibrant week of your life. The week long journey commences on
Wednesday. Starting from Delhi , the eight days' and seven nights'
magnificent journey in royal grandeur takes you across the tourist
destinations in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.
The Royal Coaches
Seeing Rajasthan by the Palace-On-Wheels is delightful. Travelling in regal
splendour, its obvious to feel like erstwhile king. Thoughtfully decorated
in ethnic Rajasthani décor, each coach named after the erstwhile
princely state has 4 twin-bedded chambers, Channel music, intercom, attached
toilets, running hot and cold water, shower and wall-to-wall carpeting are
some of the facilities to offer you a homely environment.
Royal Facilities :
Luggage Collection
Luggage is picked up and taken to the respective salons.
Arrival Kit
Each guest is provided with an arrival kit consisting of stationery items,
brochures, cards etc.
Anything additional can be asked for, from the attendant, always available
at your service.
Attendant 'Khidmatgar'
An attendant or 'Khidmatgar' is always available at service, to take care
of the travel needs.
Meals
An exotic array of dishes to choose from - Continental, Chinese, Indian and
Rajasthani cuisines are available on the Palace-On-Wheels.
Mineral Water
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.
Newspapers/Magazines
The leading dailies and newspapers 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.
Security
Adequate safety arrangements are made for you as well as your personal
belongings in the train itself.
Toiletries
All essential toiletries like soaps, shampoos, moisturizers etc. are
provided in the train.
Wine
A complimentary bottle of fine Indian wine to the royal guests (per cabin),
courtesy Palace-On-Wheels.
For Disabled Persons
There is special; assistance available in the form of wheel chairs, creches
and a special attendant for manual assistance.
Common Facilities
A well stocked bar serves wine, liquor and spirits of Indian and
International make, to keep you in 'High Spirits.
Indoor Games
Chess, Playing Cards, Chinese Checkers, Carom Board and Crossword Puzzles
are available
Lounge
A lounge for relaxing, interacting, making friends, getting together and
indulging in games.
Mail Box
A mail box is provided on board, for posting your mail.
Medical Aid
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 very next
station.
Restaurants
Two lavish and beautifully restaurants; "The Maharaja" and "The
Maharani" serve the most relishing Continental, Chinese, Indian and
Rajasthani cuisines.
The Palace On Wheels Programme
Day
01 - Wednesday
Delhi, step on board to a royal welcome, dinner on board, depart from Delhi
cantonment railway station for Jaipur at 1745 hrs.
Day 02 - Thursday
Jaipur arr. 0830 hrs be greeted by caparisoned elephants, welcome to the
pink city of Jaipur. Discover Hawa Mahal, amber fort, Jantar Mantar and city
palace, and silent sentinels of a glorious era. Lunch at Ram Bagh palace.
Dine under stars at Jaimahal palace. Depart for Jaisalmer at 2000 hrs.
Day 03 - Friday
Jaisalmer arr. 0830 hrs, arrive at the 12th century city of Jaisalmer
dominated by its sandstone fort of 99 bastions. Visit the exquisitely carved
havelis and palaces with their latticed windows, balconies, cupolas and
facades. Experience the famed camel safaris and desert camps, and dine under
the stars as the rhythm of Rajasthani music drifts into the night. Depart
for Jodhpur at 2330 hrs.
Day 04 - Saturday
Jodhpur arr. 0900 hrs, the Meharangarh fort looks large over this 15th
century city. Visit this magnificent fort and Jaswant Thada, the royal
cenotaph. Lunch at the Umaid Bhavan Palace, the royal residence, a part of
which is now a hotel. Depart for Ranthambhor at 1545 hrs.
Day 05 - Sunday
Ranthambhor arr. 0630 hrs, welcome to the beautiful 10th century fort of
Ranthambhor, surrounded by the Ranthambhor national park, a project tiger
reserve, the imposing ramparts of the fort soar high above … still
echoing the ancient past. Depart for Chittaurgarh at 1100 hrs. Chittaurgarh
arrival 1600 hrs, images of love and valor. Scars of battle lost and won,
thrice besieged, Chittaurgarh fort is all this and more. Moving legends of
honor and pride. Dinner on board, depart for Udaipur.
Day 06 - Monday
Udaipur arr. 0730 hrs, moving legends of honor and pride as you proceed to
Udaipur, the city of lakes, palaces and gardens temples and forts. Lunch at
the lake palace hotel, the former residence of the prince of Mewar. Enjoy
the tranquility of lake Pichola; visit the city palace in all its ancient
glory, the residence of Maharajas of Udaipur. Depart for Bharatpur and Agra
at 2000 hrs. .
Day 07 - Tuesday
Bharatpur arr. 0715 hrs, a wonderland of birds, visit the renowned Keoladeo
Ghana national park at Bharatpur, once the preserve of the Maharaja of
Bharatpur and now a world heritage site. It is home to 300 species of birds,
some flying from as far as China and Siberia. Visit the red fort stone of
Fatehpur Sikri. Lunch at the Mughal Sheraton in Agra and visit to one of the
most beautiful monuments ever conceived, the Taj Mahal. Depart for Delhi at
2000 hrs.
Day 08 - Wednesday
Delhi arr. 0730 hrs, breakfast on board, return to Delhi Cantonment railway
station with unforgettable memories.
