The iconic train the Palace on Wheels is old world charm personified.
Keeping alive the regal heritage, it ensures that you too relive a royal life as it encapsulates the royal lifestyle of erstwhile Maharajas. What is more is that in this seven-day sojourn you get to greet a tiger, you see one of the Seven Wonders of the World- the symbol of Love-Taj Mahal, and great culture and colours of Rajasthan. So, get ready to live myriad aspects of travel that include, Historical Monuments, Wildlife, Shopping, Culture, Desert Safari and much more fun in just a week.
POW has 14 residential cabins. 13 saloons having 03 twin bedded rooms in each saloon (deluxe cabins). The cabins have been created in three different themes in hues of exquisite jewels, Ruby, Sapphire and Pearl. Each and every saloon of the luxury train has been named after the erstwhile princely states. The names are Alwar, Bharatpur, Bikaner, Bundi, Dholpur, Dungerpur, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jhalawar, Jodhpur, Kishangarh, Kota, Sirohi and Udaipur. 01 saloon is having 02 Super Deluxe Cabins (Suites).
Restaurants – Maharaja & Maharani, the two Restro-Bars on the Royal Train with seating capacity of 40 Pax each.
02 Specialty Restro-Bars Serves Chinese, Continental, Rajasthani & Indian cuisine
Bar – A well-stocked bar with T.V. facility, serves wine, liquor and spirits of Indian and international make
Indoor Games – Indoor games are available on demand like Chess, Playing Cards. Chinese checkers, Carom Board, and Crossword Puzzles etc. are available on the train.
Lounge – A lounge for relaxing, interacting, making friends, getting together and play games.
Smoking – The Palace On Wheels is a no smoking train. However, if you wish to smoke, please contact your captain for guidance.
Medical Aid – First aid is available on the train whereas a doctor can be arranged on call at every Destination. Doctor is available for 1 hours. for free consultancy in Bar/ Lounge car.
Drinking Water – Mineral water is made available to all the passengers throughout the journey
News Papers & Magazines – Various national dailies and magazines are available on board.
Security – Adequate safety arrangements are made for you as well as your personal belongings in the train itself.
Voltage – Voltage available on the train: 110/220V
Toiletries – All essential toiletries like soaps, shampoos, moisturizers etc. are available in bathroom.
Royal Spa – The well- equipped spa offers various massages and therapies and revitalizing solutions amidst royal ambience.
Laundry – Laundry service is available on board in Jaipur and Udaipur to serve you better.
Locker (Safe) – A separate safe is provided in your cabin to store your valuables.
Business Centre – Business Centre facility is provided on board, for posting your mail.
PALACE ON WHEELS: SPECIAL FEATURES
- Professional services by the smiling staff having experience of 29 years on board.
- Camel ride at Sand Dunes, dinner with Rajasthani dances at Jaisalmer.
- Special lounge to relax in each saloon.
- Seprate pantry to prepare breakfast in each saloon.
- Paintings of cote of arms & royal insignia of each saloon.
| Destinations Covered: | Duration: | |
| Delhi- Jaipur- Sawai Madhopur- Chittorgarh- | 07 Nights / 08 Days | |
| Udaipur- Jaisalmer- Jodhpur- Bharatpur- | ||
| Agra- Delhi | ||
DAY 01
(Wednesday): DELHI – JAIPUR
1630 hrs: You have to report at Palace on Wheels station to complete the check-in formalities. Boarding formalities are undertaken by our representative at the station, we are afforded a warm and traditional welcome before boarding the Palace on Wheels. You will be escorted to your cabin and given a brief familiarization tour by the Khidmatgars with a welcome drink, as we start our week-long journey through Rajasthan.
1830 hrs: Departure time for Palace on Wheels train, dinner will be served on board.
Meal Summary:
Dinner is included and will be served in the restaurant car
DAY 02
(Thursday): JAIPUR
0700 hrs: Breakfast is served in the
comfort of your sleeper cabin
0815 hrs: The first stop of Palace on
Wheels is Jaipur, one of the most well
planned cities of the world of its time. This capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the Pink City, was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, in1727 A.D. To explore the city, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, which is a remarkable five storied building along the main street of the old city in pink splendor with semi-octagonal and delicate honey-combed sandstone windows.
This is followed by a visit to Albert Hall and the City Palace, home of the erstwhile royal family. Right across the road from the City Palace is the Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory built by the Sawai Jai Singh II.
1330 hrs: Ride on caparisoned elephants add to the ambiance at the Amber fort followed by the lunch. Then you will be off to visit Amber Fort. Shop for Jaipur’s famous jewellery, handicrafts, carpets blue pottery and textiles.
1800 hrs: The Luxury coach will take you back to Palace on Wheels, Dinner will be served on board.
Meal Summary:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner is included, as per the Palace on Wheels package.
(Friday): SAWAI MADHOPUR &
CHITTORGARH
0545 hrs: One can almost sense a life of the wilderness, as the Palace on Wheels arrives in Sawai Madhopur, a city named after its founder Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I. A visit is arranged to the Ranthambhore National Park, wherein are located the ruins of a 10th century fort.
This wildlife sanctuary is considered to be the country’s best for observing and photographing the activities of the tiger. The park, covering an area of 392sq kms is home to more than 300 species of birds. The tiger, hyena, ratel, jackal and fox are among those constituting the carnivorous population here. Sawai Madhopur is known for its exclusive toys, ethnic ornaments and costumes.
0915 hrs: After the game, a safari canter will take you back to Palace on Wheels for breakfast on board.
1300 hrs: Lunch will be served on board as we head for Chittorgarh, when one gets an opportunity to watch the colou rful countryside passing by in the daylight.
1830 hrs: Sightseeing in Chittorgarh, where we view the Images of love and valour; scars of battles lost and won…. thrice-besieged, Chittorgarh Fort is all this and more, the Victory Tower and the Tower of Fame. You will also have an opportunity to witness the sound and light show at the majestic Chittorgarh Fort.
1900 hrs: The Luxury coach will take you back to Palace on Wheels, dinner will be served on board. The Palace on Wheels stays in Chittorgarh station until the early morning before departing for Udaipur.
Meal Summary:
Breakfast, Lunch & D is included, as per the Palace on Wheels package.
DAY 04
(Saturday): UDAIPUR
0700 hrs: Arrive Udaipur & your
breakfast will be served on board.
0800 hrs: The city was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven away by the Mughals. After visits to the Garden of Fountains and the Durbar Museum, lunch will be taken at the Fateh Prakash Hotel, which contains an impressive crystal gallery.
1330 hrs: After lunch at a Palace Hotel, we see one of the most beautiful sites of Udaipur, as we cross Lake Pichola by boat, past the majestic Lake Palace Hotel idyllically situated in the middle of the lake, and our visit to the City Palace takes in the largest palace complex in Rajasthan.
1530 hrs: The Luxury coach will take you back to Palace on Wheels, dinner will be served on board.
Meal Summary:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner is included, as per the Palace on Wheels package
DAY 05
(Sunday): JAISALMER
0730 hrs: Breakfast is served in your sleeper cabin.
0930 hrs: In the heart of the Thar Desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1156A.D.
The yellow sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city. Discover the painstakingly latticed Havelis or mansions with their grand facades. The Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim Singh-ki-haveli are fine examples of the stone carver’s skill.
1300 hrs: Lunch at a Palace Hotel
1600 hrs: After lunch, go for an exciting camel ride on the sand dunes of Sam, before sipping a refreshing cup of tea.
1730 hrs: The Luxury coach will take you back to Palace on Wheels for wash & change.
1945 hrs: Later enjoy the dinner and the cultural programs at Palace Hotel. After dinner The Luxury coach will take you back to Palace on Wheels.
Meal Summary:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner is included, as per the Palace on Wheels package
DAY 06
(Monday): JODHPUR
0700 hrs: Breakfast is served in your sleeper cabin.
0900 hrs: Next morning the Palace on wheels is in Jodhpur, a city ringed by a high stone wall with seven gates and several bastions.
This second largest city of Rajasthan, founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 A.D. is known for its rock-solid Mehrangarh Fort. The grand palaces within- Mo Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana are impressive examples of architectural excellence. Near the fort complex lies the Jaswant Thada, and a group of royal cenotaphs made of white marble.
1315 hrs: Lunch will be served at the city hotel.
1530 hrs: The Luxury coach will take you back to Palace on Wheels, Dinner will be served on board.
Meal Summary:
Dinner is included and will be served in the restaurant car
DAY 07
(Tuesday): BHARATPUR & AGRA
0600 hrs: Early next morning, the Palace on Wheels arrives in Bharatpur, the capital of Maharaja Suraj Mal. Pay a visit to the world famous bird sanctuary, Keoladeo Ghana Na onal Park, the nes ng place of thousands of Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds.0830 hrs: The Luxury coach will take you back to Palace on Wheels for breakfast on board and you will depart for Agra
1100 hrs: Arrive Agra and visit Red Fort followed by lunch at the palace hotel.
1500 hrs: Move on to pay a visit to Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world. A pris ne monument of undying love; It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Agra is also known for its splendid marble inlay work like the Pietra Dura work on the Taj, leather goods and jewellery.
2000 hrs: Dinner will be taken at the hotel, later on the Luxury coach will take you back to Palace on Wheels. Bid farewell to the train & perhaps a final drink in lounge bar.
Meal Summary:
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner is included, as per the Palace on Wheels package
DAY 08
(Wednesday): DEPART DELHI- BY:
INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT
0700 hrs: Breakfast is served in your sleeper cabin
0730 hrs: Your final morning in India & de-board the train at the Safdarjung Railway sta on.
Package costs:
The above Tariff is subject to change without any prior notice and the difference in fare is to be paid by the client only. Government Taxes – Goods & Service Tax (GST) is subject to change as per the Government of India Directives
INCLUDES:
- Accommodation in DOUBLE / TWIN DELUXE CABIN.
- All meals (breakfast + lunch + dinner) & soft beverages.
- Conducted sightseeing tours in Deluxe Coach.
- All monuments entrance fees.
- Camel Ride in Sam Sand Dunes, Jaisalmer.
- Jeep Safari in Ranthambore.
- Boat Ride in Udaipur – Lake Pichola.
- Rickshaw Ride at Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.
- Complimentary Tea, Coffee and Mineral Water on board.
- Porterage at stations.
NOT INCLUDES:
- Any optional tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Insurance, Gratuities.
- Telephone calls, laundry, alcoholic beverages.
- Video, film and professional still camera fees.
- International and domestic air tickets.
- Any Tour Insurance.
- Any Visa Fee, etc.
- Pre and post tour accommodation and any tour extensions are not included unless specifically mentioned as part of the journeys.
BOOKING & PAYMENT PROCEDURE: –
- 20% of the ticket value at the time of booking.
- Balance payment 60 days prior to the departure.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
- 10% of ticket value 90 days or more prior to departure.
- 20% of ticket value between 89 to 30 days prior to departure.
- 100% of ticket value between less than 29 days prior to departure
IMPORTANT NOTES: –
- The cost has been calculated on the existing tariffs/conditions and any change in costs or modification in tax structure will oblige us to revise the same.
- This is simply a proposal and not the confirmation of any service. All confirmations will be subject to availability of cabins.
