bird sanctuary and the epitome of love and romance, Agra, before returning to Delhi, the capital of India. There are 14 coaches in the Palace on Wheels and each one of them is named after former Rajput states. The names of coaches are romantic and mesmerizing... Kota, Jaipur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Alwar, Sirohi, Kishangarh, Bundi, Dungarpur, Bharatpur, Jhalawar and Dholpur.
The Palace on Wheels has been rated as one of the ten best luxurious train journeys in the world. Once on board you get to feel the Royalty all over the train. The services and facilities offered on board befit kings and emperors. On board the Palace on Wheels are a series of restaurants, library, bar, lounges, individually designed saloons with en-suite bathrooms, personal attendants and lots more. At the top of it all, the passengers are greeted with traditional Royal welcome at every station.
Rajasthan is one of the most colorful, historical and culturally rich states of India. The history of Rajasthan is all about valiant and chivalrous Rajputs. It is, therefore, not surprising that the Rajput rulers had greatest influence on history and culture of Rajasthan. The Rajput rulers and noblemen were known for their valor, chivalry and elaborate code of honor. Their passion for architecture can be seen in the numerous magnificent monuments, palaces, "Havelis", temples and forts that speak volumes about history of the region.
The Palace on Wheels tour makes you experience all the luxuries, worthy of the affluent Maharajas of the past. On board the Palace on Wheels, exuberance and extravagance are the keywords. The Royal journey, by palace on wheels, is a first-hand experience of the lavish lifestyles of the former Indian kings and rulers. The décor, food and hospitality inside the Palace on Wheels speak volumes about the luxury and opulence. Get ready to feel the Royalty as you embark on an unforgettable and cherished journey on board the Palace on Wheels!
Destinations Covered :Jaipur - Jantar Mantar - Jaisalmer - Chittaurgarh - Udaipur
Day/01 : Wed. Step on board to a Royal welcome. Dinner on board. Dep 18:30 hrs.
Day/02 : Thu. Arr 02:00 hrs. Be greeted by caparisoned elephants..at 08:00 hrs. Welcome to the pink city of Jaipur. Lunch at Rambagh Palace. Visit Jantar Mantar, the age old observatory & the City Palace, name of the earstwhile rulers. Dep 19:30 hrs.
Day/03 : Fri. Arr at 08:15 hrs. Arr at the 12th centyrt 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. Experienced Camel sfaris & desert camps and Rajasthan music. Dep 23:00 hrs.
Day/04 : Sat. Arr 07:00 hrs. The mehrangarh Fort looms large over this 15th century city. Visit this magnificent fort and Jaswant thada, the Royal cenotaph. Lunch at Umed Bhawan Palace, the royal residence, a part of which is now
a hotel. Dep 15:30 hrs.
Day/05 : Sun. Arr 16:00 hrs. 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 price will echo in your mind as you procedd to Udaipur.
Day/06 : Mond. The city of lakes, palaces & gardens, temples and forts...Udaipur. Lunch at the Lake Palace Hotel, the former summer residence of the Princes of Mewar. Enjoy the tranquility of Lake pochhola...Visit the city palace, the residence of yhe Maharajas of Udaipur in all its ancient glory. Dep. from Chittaurgarh 18:30 hrs.
Day/07 : Tue. Arr 05:00 hrs. Sight seeing of Agra, the city of Taj Mahal. Dep. 11:00 hrs (Agra).
Day/08 : Tue. Arr at 13:30 hrs. Visit fatehpur sikri and then to the renowned Keoladeo Ghana National Park a wonderland of birds, at Bharatpur now a world heritage site. It is home to 300 speciies of birds. Some flying in from as far as Siberia and China. Dep. for Delhi at 23:00 hrs.
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