Palace on Wheels
A tour on Palace on Wheels will make you feel a part of the royalty. For those
who want to experience life in its most luxurious form journey onboard Palace
on Wheels is the best option. Palace on Wheels is one of the most popular luxury
trains in India. It starts its journey from the capital city of Delhi, moves
onto the royal state of Rajasthan, and finally halts at the amazing Agra. A
tour on this unique train is a royal way to explore the incredible land of India.
Traveling with Palace Wheels will be a memorable experience.
Some of the special features of this train make it different from others.
With Palace Wheels you can visit the most captivating destinations in India.
The royal journey onboard Palace on Wheels takes you on a weeklong journey.
This luxury train has splendid interiors, which give a feel of comfort and
luxury. The ambience and the aura provided by the luxury train give you a
feel of the regal era. Luxury, which was a way of life at the time when the
maharajas and the maharanis used to reign supreme, will be recreated for you.
The chugging train will make you live in the palace. The train that is so
true to its name is bound, to enchant you. The comfort, the convenience and
the charm are unmatched by any other train.
Palace Wheels takes you on a royal journey onboard Palace on wheels. This
luxury train is equipped with all kinds of comfort that you desire. It is
a train with historic charm and modern conveniences. Palace on Wheels was
rated as one of the ten best luxurious rail journeys in the world. The train
started to roll on its regular operations from October 1982. The royal grandeur
of this luxury train could win it with the honor of PATA Gold Award in 1987.The
effort behind the establishment of this luxurious train has gained remarkable
success and popularity world over. The concept of this historical train was
derived from the royal background of the coaches, which were originally meant
to be the personal Railway coaches of the erstwhile rulers of the princely
states of Rajputana, Gujarat, the Nizam of Hyderabad' and the viceroy of British
India.
Schedule of Palace on Wheels
A Palace On Wheels travel provides a unique vantage point from which to enjoy
the stunning landscape of the Rajasthan and explore the historical landmarks
combined with mesmerizing Taj Mahal.
Palace Wheels welcomes you to the one of the world's most celebrated trains,
Palace On Wheels, in which you get to travel across the most exotic and colorful
part of India - Rajasthan & the Taj City of Agra in a matchless style.
It can be said with absolute certainty that, the journey on the Palace on
Wheels will enrich you with holiday memories to cherish forever. A Palace
On Wheels itinerary provides a magical experience of a lifetime. Palace Wheels
brings you the best of Rajasthan, a fascinating land of superlatives.
DAY 01 - WEDNESDAY
New Delhi -:
On your arrival into New Delhi you will be met by a Palace Wheels representative
and transferred to your hotel.
Reporting Time: 16.00 hrs. Departure 18.30 hrs
Departure from Delhi Cantonment.
Step on to the boards of The Palace on Wheels for a trip to the past in the
most modern way. Evening Tea and Dinner onboard. Overnight Palace on Wheels.
DAY 02 - THURSDAY
Arrival: 02.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs
Jaipur -:
The gateway to Rajasthan, the 'Pink City' of Jaipur was founded by famous
astronomer king Maharaja Jai Singh II in the first half of the 17th century.
Jaipur has much to offer visitors - everything from a royal legacy of architectural
splendors and a wealth of handicrafts to pageants and festivals, and sightseeing.
Jaipur presents a harmonious blend of traditional lifestyles and modern ways.
You will be greeted by caparisoned elephants to the strains of the Shehnai.
Lunch at Rambagh Palace. Explore Hawa Mahal, Nahargarh fort, Amber fort &
silent sentinels of a glorious era.
To explore the city, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the
Palace of Winds, which is an outstanding five-storied building. It was built
to enable the royal household ladies to watch the daily proceedings. This
is followed by a visit to Amber Fort, where rides on caparisoned elephants
add to the ambience. 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.
1700 hours: Depart for Jaisalmer.
2000 hours: Dinner on board.
DAY 03 - FRIDAY
Arrival: 08.15 hrs. Departure 23.00 hrs
Jaisalmer -:
In the heart of the Thar Desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in
1156 A.D. The city offers an enchanting world of fable, color and history.
Here the yellow sandstone fort towering magnificently over the city is a wonderful
sight. Visit the extraordinarily latticed havelis or mansions with their grand
facades. The Salim Singh-ki-haveli, Nathmalji-ki-haveli and Patwon-ki-haveli
are fine examples of the stone carver's skill.
0830 hours: Depart for sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer.
1300 hours: Lunch onboard and rest.
After lunch onboard, visit the sand dunes and enjoy camel safari. Have dinner
and relish the cultural programs at a hotel in Jaisalmer.
2300 hours: Depart for Jodhpur.
DAY 04 - SATURDAY
Arrival: 07.00 hrs. Departure 15.30 hrs
Jodhpur -: -
Next morning the Palace-On-Wheels is in Jodhpur.
The city of Jodhpur is second largest city of Rajasthan and is famous for
its magnificent forts and palaces. Founded by the Rajput chief Rao Jodha in
1459, Jodhpur was the capital of the erstwhile princely state of Marwar state.
It is characterized by the imposing Mehrangarh Fort standing majestically
overlooking the city. The splendid palaces within the fort are Sheesh Mahal,
Moti Mahal, Sileh Khana, Phool Mahal and Daulat Khana.
0730 hours: Breakfast served onboard.
0800 hours: Arrive at Jodhpur.
0830 hours: Depart for local sightseeing.
1300 hours: Lunch at the Umaid Bhawan Palace.
1530 hours: Depart for Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambhor National Park).
2000 hours: Dinner served onboard.
Depart for Ranthambore
DAY 05 - SUNDAY
Arrival: 04.00 hrs. Departure 10.30 hrs
Sawai Madhopur -:
Sawai Madhopur is the gateway to the world famous Ranthambore National Park,
which is noted for its lush environs, clear lakes, meandering rivers and a
rich variety of wild life. Chittorgarh is India's most valorous fort lingering
with its history and unending passion of saga, chivalry and romance.
0400 hours: Arrive at Sawai Madhopur.
0630 hours: Breakfast onboard.
0700 hours: Visit the Ranthambore National Park
1100 hours: Depart for Chittorgarh.
1300 hours: Lunch served onboard.
1530 hours: Arrive at Chittorgarh.
1600 hours: Depart for local sightseeing.
2000 hours: Depart for Udaipur and dinner onboard.
DAY 06 - MONDAY
Arrival: 20.00 hrs. from Chittorgarh
Udaipur -:
Fondly referred to as the 'City of Lakes', Udaipur, was founded in the 1559
A.D by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar. Situated by the Lake Pichola, Udaipur
has been an inspiration for poets, painters and writers and is famous for
its palaces, lakes, museums, temples and gardens. The Lake Palace is the major
attraction of the city.
0645 hours: Arrive at Udaipur. Breakfast served onboard.
0730 hours: Depart for sightseeing of the one of the most romantic cities
in the world.
1230 hours: Lunch at the mystical Lake Palace Hotel.
2000 hours: Depart for Bharatpur. Dinner served onboard. 08.30 hrs.
Depart for Bharatpur and Agra.
DAY 07 - TUESDAY
Arrival: 06.30 hrs. Departure 11.45 hrs
Bharatpur -:
Bharatpur is the home of the world famous bird sanctuary - Keoladeo Ghana
National Park, also know as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. An ornithologist's paradise,
Bharatpur is home to an amazing range of exotic flora and fauna.
0600 hours: Arrive at Bharatpur and visit Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary.
0830 hours: Breakfast at the Bharatpur Forest Lodge.
After visiting the Bharatpur bird sanctuary, an air-conditioned coach will
take you to Fatehpur Sikri (22 kms/14 miles), the abandoned city built by
Mughal Emperor Akbar
The grand finale of this unique journey is definitely Agra. Situated on the
banks of the River Yamuna, Agra is the erstwhile bastion of the mighty Mughal
Empire and home to the mesmerizing Taj Mahal - a poetry etched in white marble
and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Agra also presents some of the
marvels of Mughal architectural brilliance.
1030 hours: You will be driven to Fatehpur Sikri
1300 hours: Lunch at the Mughal Sheraton Hotel / onboard the train v 1500
hours: Sightseeing tour of Agra
2000 hours: Depart for Delhi and dinner onboard.
Depart for Delhi.
DAY 08 - WEDNESDAY
Arrive: 0600 HRS
Farewell breakfast onboard. Arrive back at Delhi Cantonment Railway Station
and proceed for onward journey or to take a flight back home.