Operating since January 2010, Maharajas’ Express is the newest feather in the grand cap of luxury trains in India. This pan Indian train promises to take guests on a roller coaster ride across the most prominent destinations of the country. Taj Mahal, the Khajuraho temples, wildlife environs of Ranthambore, and the holy bathing Ghats of Varanasi – Maharajas’ Express indeed presents a unique way of exploring the best of India.
With the introduction of Maharajas' Express, a new age of the luxury train traveling has dawned in India. Maharajas’ Express, which is set forth as India’s answer to the Orient Express of West, offers three fascinating journeys offering a window to different facets of India in sheer opulence.
Designed to recreate the art of elegant traveling which was the exclusive provine of erstwhile Maharajas of India, Maharajas Express is characterized by seamless blend of the classical elegance and contemporary sophistication brought about by quaint interiors, elegant furnishings, use of technology and state of the art amenities provided on board, not to mention a 'maharaja treatment' meted out and ensured throughout the journey through impeccable hospitality.
There are four pan-Indian itineraries offered by the Maharajas Express. They are:
Royal India
Duration : 8 Days / 7 Nights
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Bikaner - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Vadodara - Mumbai
from $5400
Royal Sojourn
Duration : 8 Days / 7 Nights
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Jaipur - Kota - Ranthambore - Agra - Delhi
$5070
Classical India
Duration : 7 Days / 6 Nights
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Agra - Gwalior - Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh - Varanasi - Lucknow - Delhi
From: $5400
Princely India
Duration : 8 Days / 7 Nights
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Bikaner - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Vadodara - Mumba
$5400
Operating since January 2010, Maharajas’ Express is the newest feather in the grand cap of Indian luxury trains. This pan Indian train journey promises to take guests on a roller coaster ride across some of the the most prominent destinations in India. Taj Mahal, the Khajuraho temples, wildlife environs of Ranthambore, and the holy bathing Ghats of Varanasi – Maharajas’ Express indeed presents a unique way of exploring the best of India.
The train comprises of 14 guest carriages with 43 exquisitely finished cabins provide seating/sleeping capacity to 88 guests. There are 20 Deluxe Cabins, 18 Junior Suites, 4 Suites and a plush Presidential Suite offering elegant living comparable to 5 star living. Besides, there are 2 restaurants, a bar and a lounge cum souvenir shop along with impeccably personalized services to set the journeys on board maharajas Express apart from any other.
Royal India
Duration : 8 Days / 7 Nights
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Bikaner - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Vadodara - Mumbai
from $5400
Royal Sojourn
Duration : 8 Days / 7 Nights
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Jaipur - Kota - Ranthambore - Agra - Delhi
$5070
Classical India
Duration : 7 Days / 6 Nights
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Agra - Gwalior - Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh - Varanasi - Lucknow - Delhi
From: $5400
Princely India
Duration : 8 Days / 7 Nights
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Bikaner - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Vadodara - Mumba
$5400
The latest jewel in the crown of the Indian luxury trains fleet, Maharajas Express is touted to be the India’s answer to the legendary Orient Express train with 4 fascinating pan-Indian journeys named Royal India, Princely India, Classical India ad Royal Sojourn. One of the most expensive and luxurious luxury train rides in the world, the salons of the Maharaja Express train draws inspiration from the private saloons of the erstwhile Maharajas of India.
Cabins
Maharajas Express comprises of 14 guest carriages which can accommodate 88 guests on board. There are 20 Deluxe Cabins, 18 Junior Suites, 4 Suites and a plush Presidential Suite offering elegant living comparable to 5 star living.
Some of the amenities that set Maharaja Express apart are the Wi-Fi internet, LCD TVs and direct dial phones in each cabin. Besides, spacious en-suite bathrooms with showers, private butler and 27*7 room service ensure that your journey never fall short of the high standards set by Maharajas Express. The coaches are set with features such as:
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» Centrally air conditioning
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» Interiors fusing the classical Indian royalty and modern sophistication
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» LCD television with satellite connection
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» Writing Desk
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» Private Bath
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» Padded beds
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» Direct dial phones
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» Electronic safe
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» 1 cabin for the disabled guests aboard the train
Dining
Seating 42 two passengers at once, two dining cars on board Maharajas Express serve an array of delectable cuisines to the guests. Impeccable interiors and gracious hospitality ensures that you get to dine like a royalty on board Maharajas Express. Besides the Table-d’hôte meals included in the fair guests can also avail of a la carte menu and en-suite private dining.
For the wine connoisseurs and revelers, there an urbane Safari Bar to take care of you in a suave yet laid back ambience with meticulous concoctions of domestic and international brands of wine and liquors.
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Mayur Mahal - This in house restaurant is best visited by guests for its classic ambience and range of gourmet cuisines. With seating capacity of 42, the elegance of this restaurant is aptly matched by the service and presentation of an array of world cuisines prepared by expert chefs.
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Rang Mahal - This suave restaurant with its serene interiors and glittering furnishing also houses 42 guests at a time and serves an eclectic melange of wotld cuisines.
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Safari Bar - The lounge bar housed within Maharajas Express that guests can visit in order to unwind in a perfectly nonchalant yet suave ambiance after a tiring day of sightseeing and travel. The well stocked bar and an array of tantalizing starters and snacks will surely help lift your spirits. The interiors of the bar are based on the motif of adventure as the name suggests.
