Royal Rajasthan on Wheels

Overview

From the makers of the palace on wheels comes another royal treat on wheels called the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels - an opulent and a regal way to journey with all the kingly pleasures. An entire journey through the best destinations and that too in a way that befits the kings! It has spacious saloons which are elegantly furnished and the whole décor is very exquisite and tastefully done.

There are also thematic decorations in some parts to create and enhance the regal beauty of the train’s ambience. All this is very well complemented by khitmadgars who are there at their best with service standards very exceptional. Right from the moment you step on the first platform, they take over and help you settle down in your coach. The food is praiseworthy from beginning till finish. With such kind of accommodation the sightseeing becomes hassle free and relaxed.

This tour brings you closer to the variety that India offers as a destination.  It is not just the Taj to admire but beginning with the green and vibrant Ranthambhore National Park, the magnificent forts at Agra, Jaipur, the observatories and the temples at Varanasi and Khajuraho are spell binding too.

The feel of the various cities , the costumes, the language, food ; everything is different and worth admiring!

Outlined Itinerary

Day 01 - Delhi

Arrive Delhi, meet and transfer to your hotel. Later proceed for orientation tour of Old and New Delhi. Visit Qutub Minar – the 239ft sandstone tower. Drive past the India Gate; Parliament House [exterior] and the President’s Palace. Visit Raj Ghat where Mahatma Gandhi – The Father of Nation was cremated; drive past the Red Fort and Chandni Chowk.

Day 02 - Delhi

After breakfast morning is at leisure. Later in time, you will be transferred to Safdarjung Railway Station to begin the epic journey, where on arrival complete your registration and check in formalities. Depart Delhi for Jodhpur. FULL BOARD

Day 03 - Jodhpur

Breakfast on board. Arrive Jodhpur. Morning enjoy sightseeing tour of Jodhpur – home of the Rathores of Marwa. Visit the Fort, rising up a hilly scrap, built on the advice of a hermit, which overlooks the city in the image of a long sentinel. Inside the Fort are a number of palaces added by successive rulers. The cenotaphs of the former rulers are imposing and architecturally remarkable. Lunch will be at a hotel. Royal Rajasthan on Wheels departs for Udaipur. FULL BOARD

Day 04 - Udaipur

Arrive Udaipur. Breakfast is at the hotel. Morning, sightseeing tour of Udaipur will begin with City Palace. Here you will marvel at rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies; and the Peacock Courtyard. Also visit the lovely Sahelion-ki-Bari Gardens; the Jagdish Temple; and the local folk museum. Lunch will be at a hotel. Enjoy boat ride on Lake Pichola before returning on Royal Rajasthan on Wheels. Later visit Chittaurgarh. There is no place in Rajasthan with a history more romantic than that of Chittaurgarh, the centre of Rajput resistance, against Mughal rule. Evening enjoy Tea with Sound and Light show at the Fort. Dinner will be at a hotel. FULL BOARD

Day 05 - Jaipur

Arrive Sawai Madhopur. Enjoy game viewing in the sanctuary by canter. Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary extends over an area of 392 sq kms of thick forests. The place abounds in scenic beauty, requisite refuge for both the carnivora and herbivora. The numerous valleys and flat hill tops form picturesque surroundings of the 13th century historical Ranthambore Fort. The Tiger and Leopard are the main predators found in this reserve. Breakfast on board. Royal Rajasthan on Wheels departs for Jaipur. Morning excursion to Amber Fort. Make your ascent to the palace fortress on the gaily caparisoned elephant back. Tour the chambers and hallways of the palace which are famous for the excellence of their design and decoration. Afternoon tour of Jaipur known as "The Pink City of Rajasthan" Visit the unique Jantar Mantar Observatory, which was built in the 1700's, yet even today still looks futuristic or almost surrealistic; the City Palace and its Museum, the Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds. Return to train for tea and freshening up. Enjoy a drive of Jaipur by night followed by dinner at a Palace Hotel. Return to Palace on Wheels. Train departs for Khajuraho. FULL BOARD

Day 06 - Khajuraho

Arrive Khajuraho. Breakfast is onboard. Morning visit the Eastern group of temples which consists of 3 Hindu and 3 Jain temples, their proximity attests to the religious tolerance of the times in general and of the Chandela rulers in particular at leisure for own activities. After lunch, visit the most important and fascinating western group of temples. The temples of Khajuraho have been declared a 'world heritage' site by UNESCO in order to preserve the rich legacy of architecture, bequeathed to future generations by the Kings of the Chandela dynasty. These temples are famous for their intricate sculptures and erotic carvings that are one of the outstanding achievements of Indian art. FULL BOARD

Day 07 - Varanasi

Arrive Varanasi. Early morning take a short trip by country boat on the sacred river Ganges to see the Ghats and witness the living traditions of one of the world's oldest and most important religions. Pilgrims flock the Ghats to have a ritual bath and perform puja to the rising sun, following centuries old tradition. Breakfast is onboard. Visit some of the many Hindu temples that line the river Ganges and stroll along the narrow lanes and bazaars full of shops selling, among other things, the world famous Benaras Silks. Lunch on board. Afternoon, you will visit Sarnath 5 miles out of Varanasi, one of the holiest Buddhist sites in the world, where Buddha preached his first Sermon in 590 B.C. Here you will witness the ruins of a once flourishing Buddhist monastery and then visit a fine Archaeological Museum which houses an excellent collection of Buddhist art and sculptures found at the site. The main attraction at this excellent Archaeological Museum is the superb capital from the Ashokan pillar. It has the Ashokan symbol of four back-to-back lions which has been adopted as the state symbol of modern India. Other finds from the site include many figures and sculptures from the various periods of Saranath - Mauryan, Kushana, Gupta and later. (The museum is closed on Fridays). Royal Rajasthan on Wheels departs for Agra. FULL BOARD

Day 08 - Agra

Arrive Agra. Enjoy your breakfast on board. Enjoy sightseeing tour of Agra city visiting, the most perfect architectural monument in the world -The Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal is the mausoleum of Empress Mumtaz Mahal, the beloved spouse of Shah Jahan, who died in 1630. The Taj is remarkable for its perfect proportion and rich pietra dura, with minute details executed with great skill. The building, often styled "a dream in marble" is said to have taken at least 22 years (1631-1653) to build. Enjoy sound & light show. Dinner will be at a hotel. Royal Rajasthan on Wheels departs for Delhi. FULL BOARD

Day 09 - Delhi

Early this morning the train pulls into New Delhi. Following breakfast on board you will disembark at Safdarjung Station. Bid farewell to the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels journey comes to an end. The royal journey is over, but the memory of which, will live on forever!

Day 10 - Delhi

Breakfast is at the Hotel. Today at an appropriate time, you will be met and transferred to Delhi International airport to connect with your homebound or onwards flight... or travel to your next destination if you would like to add to this tour.

All our tours and holidays are tailor made so can be amended to suite your budget. Click on our from prices below to see what hotels you can expect based on the cheapest time to travel in High Season per person based on two people sharing a room. We can design this tour for you at a lower or higher price, basically to suite your budget, style and comfort. Contact a specialist to discuss your requirements. International flights are not included.