Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Train Tour

Duration: 8 Days

Destination Covered: Delhi-Rajasthan-Khajuraho-Varanasi-Agra


Overview

The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is designed and embroidered in a contemporary royal style to experience the existing regal luxury, taste a slice of royalty and enjoy a royal feast onboard where every moment is woven together into an everlasting and immemorial experience to be lived and cherished forever. The magic of the splendid journey to the land of kings, majestic forts, incredible palaces, temple towns, diverse cultures and varied landscapes starts from Delhi. Discover the adventurous escapades to the wilds of Ranthambhore, visit to the magical destination of Udaipur, perceive the intriguing sagas of forts and palaces of Jaipur, glimpse the art and sculpture of the temple of Khajuraho, on to the spiritual experiences at Varanasi and see the wonder of the world at Agra.

Trip Highlights

    The Royal Palace on Wheels is an upgraded version of world famous Palace on Wheels. After the grand success of Palace on Wheels that is operational from last 25 years, this new train was launched in January 2009. The train as compared to Palace on Wheels is much luxurious and the cabins are more spacious.

Itinerary Details
Day - 1     Sunday / Delhi - Safdarjung Station

The luxurious Royal Rajasthan on Wheels takes you through a seven day exploration of the vibrant Rajasthan. The magic of the splendid journey begins at New Delhi and prepares you to weave the fabric of delightful imagination becoming reality over the next seven days. Your royal journey begins from Delhi and takes you through various erstwhile princely states.

Welcome on board at Delhi with the ceremonial greetings at the Safdarjung station with traditional Aarti and Tikka with garlanding and some mock tails to refresh your selves. After check in, you would be escorted to the respective cabins. Feel the difference of the World in the moving Palace which empowers luxury and tradition hand to hand.

Departure at 16.30 PM

Overnight on board train in Air-Conditioned Private Cabin.

Day - 2     Monday / Jodhpur

Arrive at 09.15 AM

Breakfast on board train.

Jodhpur the second largest city of the state of Rajasthan is famous for its magnificent Mehrangarh fort. Another example of Rajput glory is the Jaswant Thada built in 1899. Lunch at a hotel & dinner on board.

Departure at 17.10 PM

Overnight on board train in Air-Conditioned Private Cabin.

Day - 3     Tuesday / Udaipur/ Chittaurgarh

Arrival 08.00 AM
Breakfast on board train.

Water marked by whimsy & splendour, the Venice of the holds stage as one of India's truly seductive cities. Udaipur is an international destination unto itself, packed with princeliness & passion, Udaipur is raw Rajput dreaming, with palaces, havelis gardens & temples at every turn. Visit to the beautiful princely city palace. Lunch at a hotel & in the afternoon followed by a trip to crystal gallery.

Departure: 14.30 PM to Chittaurgarh

The story is a saga of velour, tenacity & sacrifice. The fort of Chittaurgarh is a treasure trove of history & offers to the traveller an insight into the life of the great Rajput rulers. The victory tower or Vijay Stambha is one of the main tourist attractions of the fort. Gurumukhi reservoir & the palace of queen Padmini are important spots to the south of the Rana Kumbha palace. The light & sound programme is shown at the fort. 
Dinner on board/ Hotel Panna with cultural programme.

Departure at 22.00 PM 
Overnight on board train in Air-Conditioned Private Cabin.

Day - 4     Wednesday/ Chittaurgarh/Jaipur

Arrival at 05.30 AM

Breakfast on board train or Hotel Vinayak.

Located in the eastern part of Rajasthan, Sawai Modhupur's claim to fame today is the Ranthambhore Fort & Ranthambhore National Park. Visit the national park to catch a glimpse of the majestic tigers roaming around in the open wilderness & also pay a visit to the imposing fort to turn a page in the history of Rajasthan. There is also a temple on route the park by the name of Amareshwar Mohadeo temple which can be visited by tourist. Lunch on board.

Departure at 11.00 AM to Jaipur

Welcome by caparisoned elephants & sweet music of the auspicious "Shehnai". Watch the awesome "Hawa Mahal" (the palace of winds), elephants ride at amber fort, shopping of centuries old object de arts & other items. Lunch at a hotel / on board & visit to the city palace residence of the erstwhile maharaja of Jaipur which houses a museum of amazing centuries-old artifacts & the observatory built by the founder of jaipur maharaja Sawai jai Singh-ii who himself was noted astronomer. Dinner at a hotel with cultural program.

Departure at 22.15 PM

Overnight on board train in Air-Conditioned Private Cabin.

Day - 5     Thursday / Khajuraho

Arrival at 11.00 AM

Breakfast on board train.
The 9th to 12th century temples of Khajuraho is the evidences of the architectural geniuses during the times of Chandela dynasty. Situated in Madhya Pradesh, India, Khajuraho oozes with passion, eroticism, dance & music & other finesses of creative arts depicted in sculpture & images of the temples were built in north Indian "Nagara" style of architecture, though only 20 of them have survived the rough weather conditions over long years of time. Guest will take on visit of temples & museum. Lunch at a hotel & dinner on board.

Departure at 18.30 PM 

Overnight on board train in Air-Conditioned Private Cabin.

Day - 6     Friday / Varanasi (Banaras)

Arrival at 06.00 AM

Varanasi is the oldest city of the world. Varanasi is more than 3000 years old & is famous as the city of temples. In Varanasi, there are temples at every few paces. Jyotirlinga Visvanatha temple or golden temple, rebuilt in 1776, is dedicated to the lord Shiva. The Jnana Vapi well (meaning "well of wisdom") is believed to have been dug by lord Shiva himself. The Ganga Ghats (river front) are the most popular pilgrimage spot of Varanasi & are centres of music & learning. The holy city has been a symbol of spiritualism, philosophy & mysticism for thousands of years & has produced great saints & personalities like Gautama Buddha, Mahavira, Kabir, Tulsi das, Shankaracharaya, Ramanuja & Patanjali. Sightseeing include visit to Ghats, Maha Aarti, temples & Buddhist Temples at Sarnath.

Lunch at a hotel & dinner on board.

Departure 18.00 PM

Overnight on board train in Air-Conditioned Private Cabin.

Day - 7     Saturday / Agra, Taj Mahal

Arrival at 05.00 AM

Breakfast on board train.
Agra is one of the prominent destinations of the world tourism map with two heritage monuments visiting Taj Mahal & Agra Fort. It is a vibrant centre of culture, art & religious philosophies that have enriched mankind & shaped human thought over centuries. Agra is famous for handicrafts products such as Inlay work on marvel, leather work, footwear, brass-wear, carpets, Jewellery, Zari & embroidery work. Lunch at a hotel & dinner on board.

Departure at 23.00 PM

Overnight on board train in Air-Conditioned Private Cabin.

Day - 8     Sunday/ Arrival 07.00 AM / After Breakfast Check out @ 07.45 AM

Tour Schedule: October 2016 till March 2017

Month

Dates

October’16

02,09,16,23,30

November’16

06,13,20,27

December’16

04,11,18*,25*

January’17

01,08,15,22,29

February’17

05,12,19,26

March’17

05,12,19,26

Note: Train tour will operate subject to minimum 25 passengers

Note: “*”- Add 10% Holiday Surcharge Extra for 18* Dec & 25* Dec 2016 train depart and 24* Dec & 31* Dec 2017 train depart


Tour Tariff: October 2016 till March 2017

Category of Cabin

Prices Per Night

Deluxe Cabin – Double Occupancy

USD 675 Per Person

Deluxe Cabin – Single Occupancy

USD 900 Per Person

Super Deluxe Cabin – Single / Double Occupancy

USD 1800

 

Booking Policy Details:

Please note: - 
# 10% extra surcharge during Christmas and New Year departures.
# 4.35% Service Tax will be extra as applicable,
# US$ 15 per pax commercial tax as applicable,
# 50% of the prevailing tariff will be charged for the children between 05-12 years of age, 
# 10% of the prevailing tariff will be charged for the children below 05 years, 
# The tariff structure for the guests having Indian Identity proof (Passport/Voter ID/Aadhar/ will be applicable,
# The tariff is inclusive of cost of travel, accommodation, all meals, sightseeing tours, entrance fee (excluding video camera fee) for monuments & palaces and entertainment. 
# Tariff does not include liquor, laundry and other items of personal nature. 

Note: Tariff Subject to change without notice. 
 

Inclusions:

# Deluxe cabin with attached bath,

# All meals, including tea, coffee and mineral water

# Safari into the Jungles of Ranthambhore by Canter

# Jeep or Elephant ride at Amber Fort of Jaipur

# Cultural program followed by dinner at Jaipur

# Transport for sightseeing with Deluxe Coaches

# Entrance fee to monuments and museums

# English speaking guides

Exclusions:

# Liquor, tips, laundry, telephone calls, video camera fees, Business Car

# Facilities, Spa Car Facilities and other items of personal nature

Booking Policy

# 30% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking,

# Remaining 80% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure,

Cancellation Policy

# 10% of ticket value 90 days or prior to departure.

# 20% of ticket value between 89 to 30 days prior to departure.

# 100% of ticket value 29 days prior to departure.

No show/ En route termination of tour/amendment:

# No Show - In case of No Show / Non-arrival of the guest, no refund or adjustment in future travel will be possible. The whole amount shall be treated as forfeited.

# En route termination of tour - In case of termination of tour by the guest, for any reasons, no refund or adjustment for future travel will be possible. The amount for unused portion of the tour shall be treated as forfeited.

# Amendment - Is only possible under the circumstances like Natural Disaster / Natural Calamity or Serious Health Problem's (this needs to be supported by doctor's certificate) and is subject to availability.

No refunds are possible and every case will be decided on merits on a case to case basis. No amendment will be permissible in case of booking of groups or complete train.




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