Palace on Wheels
Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days
Destinations: Delhi
» Jaipur
» Jaisalmer
» Jodhpur
» Sawai Modhopur
» Chittorgarh
» Udaipur
» Bharatpur
» Agra
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Wednesday: New Delhi
Thursday: Jaipur
Friday: Jaisalmer
Saturday: Jodhpur
Sunday: Sawai Modhopur
Sunday: Chittorgarh
Monday: Udaipur
Tuesday: Bharatpur
Tuesday: Agra
Wednesday: Delhi
Introduction:
Roll back the pages of time for one glorious week, re capture the pomp and pageantry of a royal past in royal style. Step aboard the Palace on Wheels, once the personal railway coaches of the erstwhile rulers of the princely states of Gujarat and Rajputana, the viceroy of British India and the Nizam of Hyderabad. See Rajasthan in its entire splendor and the Taj Mahal at Agra. A celebration of everything that is beautiful. A journey into the past on a luxury train.
Traveling on the famed Palace on Wheels is one of the most memorable ways to explore India's stately splendor. Unquestionably it's an unparalleled experience to ride the replica carriages refurbished to look like the original saloons of the Maharajas, the erstwhile rulers of India. The Palace on Wheels is one of India's most fascinating sojourns covering the pink state capital Jaipur, the golden citadel Jaisalmer, the blue city of Jodhpur, the National Park Ranthambhore, the symbol of chivalry Chittorgarh, romantic city of Lakes Udaipur, the bird sanctuary Bharatpur and the Mughal capital Agra before returning to Delhi.
The Train:
The Palace on Wheels has been rated one of the ten best luxurious train journeys in the world. Originally the train had 12 fully furnished non-air conditioned saloons, once owned by former Maharajas, Governor Generals and Viceroys of the British period. The Palace on Wheels started as unique holiday concept hauled by a steam engine with its inaugural trip on 26th January, 1982.
In 1991, a new air-conditioned meter gauge Palace on Wheels on the lines of the old heritage train was launched. The interiors of the current 14 saloons are authentic replicas of the historic coaches. Each saloon is equipped with twin- bedded cabins, each with channel music, intercom, with attached baths and running hot and cold water and a shower.
Coaches:
The 14 coaches are named after former Rajput states matching the aesthetics and interiors of the royal past. Each saloon has a mini pantry and a lounge to ensure availability of hot and cold beverage, and refreshments and a place to relax and get together.
Rooms
14 fully air-conditioned deluxe saloons, each a combination of 4 twin bedded chambers with channel music, intercom, attached toilets, running hot and cold water, shower, wall to wall carpeting and other amenities. The furniture with its inlaid motifs has been specially created for the Palace on Wheels.
Restaurants
The train has two lavish restaurants "The Maharaja" and "The Maharani" with a Rajasthani ambience serving palate tickling Continental, Chinese, and India and Rajasthani cuisines.
Bar
The train also boasts of a well stocked bar offering the choicest of sprits of Indian and international brands. Each coach also offers a good collection of books to choose from.
Facilities on Board
The facilities aboard this train vouches for a memorable vacation in India. Warm hospitality and personal attention to all your queries and requirements make this a never before experience for you. Read on to know about all the facilities and services waiting to pamper you here.
Accommodation:
With a host of options available in this genre, what less can one expect other than lots of excellent choices to pick from
» 14 saloons named after erstwhile provinces of Rajasthan
» Each of the coach, within the saloon, has been done up in extraordinary lavish styles comprising of wall paintings, mirror work, furnishings, and upholstery.
» The saloons are fitted with channel music system, mini pantry, attached bathrooms, and a personal attendant called ‘Khidmatgar’.
Dining:
If the train depicts palaces of Rajasthan, the eateries housed here are no less. Each of the restaurants has been designed in a way that exudes elegance, opulence, and style. And the food served in them truly complements the mood and spirits of the guests traveling with this train. The options available are:
» Maharaja restaurant
» Maharani restaurant
Both the eateries are fondly frequented for its grand spread of delicacies from the Indian, continental, and Oriental cuisine platters. The in house bar with its authentic ambiance and selection of alcoholic and non- alcoholic beverages is the best place to visit for some thrill and fun!
Sitting Lounge:
To relax and unwind visit the sitting lounge. This lounge offers a relaxing and comfortable ambiance for all guests to come and relish on.
Schedule:
| Month |
Departure Dates |
| April, 2010 |
7, 14, 21, 28 |
| September, 2010 |
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
| October, 2010 |
6, 13, 20, 27 |
| November, 2010 |
3, 10, 17, 24 |
| December, 2010 |
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
| January, 2011 |
5, 12, 19, 26 |
| February, 2011 |
2, 9, 16, 23 |
| March, 2011 |
2, 9, 16, 23 |
| April, 2011 |
6, 13, 20, 27 |
