Detailed itinerary

Browse through the below mentioned detailed itinerary of the Classical India tour aboard the Maharajas’ Express.

Day 1 Sunday - Delhi- Agra
Begin your tour from Delhi, the capital city of the country and once-important seat of Mughal India. It has been a potpourri of different cultures, religions and also ethnicity. Quickly the train will take you out of the city and into the heart of another historical city, Agra. Known for the Taj Mahal, Agra also has a numerous other jewels hidden in its treasure trove such as the Agra Fort and the Itmad ud Daullah. Besides the monumental wonders, the city also facilitates the guests with a number of shopping options. So, indulge yourself in a shopping spree and take back home local handicraft products and articles.

Day 2 Monday - Gwalior
The excitement of the classical tour heightens with the train arriving in the city of Gwalior. This city has been a home to several dynasties that ruled over it. All these rulers have left social and cultural traces of their era and glimpses of them can still be found. A trip to the Gwalior fort housing several renowned complexes like the Man Mandir, the Saas-Bahu Mandir and the Gujri Mahal will simply reiterate this fact.

Day 3 Tuesday - Khajuraho
Can a trip of classical India be even halfway complete without a visit to the ancient temple city of Kahjuraho? Certainly not! Thus, that brings us to our next destination, Khajuraho, most famous for the exotic sculptures and figurines that adorn the walls of the temples here. A world heritage site, Khajuraho attracts the leisure tourists, the spiritual tourists as well as tourists on an architectural tour, all on the same magnitude. A walking tour is the best option to explore the place and marvel at the creative and artistic sense of the people who created these.

Day 4 Wednesday - Bandhavgarh
Waiting next in the line is Umaria with its plentiful wildlife! The Bandhavgarh National Park is one of the foremost destinations when it comes to visiting the wildlife locations in the country. Tigers, Langurs, Sloth Bears, birds… the list is endless and promising

Day 5 Thursday - Varanasi
The most holy city, sacred to Hindus and non Hindus alike, Varanasi is situated on the banks of the river Ganga. Sadhus taking a dip in the holy water of the river and devotees making beeline to enter into the temples are a few of the commonest sights that one comes across while here. The itinerary of the Classical India tour also accommodates the sister town of Sarnath that is most famous for the Buddhist connection. Visit the Stupas and the meditating sites of the Buddha and relieve an experience like never before.

Day 6 Friday - Gaya
Gaya is yet another significant place for the Hindu pilgrims from all over the world and a very sacred place for people to offer tributes to their dead ancestors. The classical India tour could not have given this place a miss and not even the sister towns of Rajgir and Nalanda, located close by. These towns are popular for the Buddhist shrines housed in them as well as for housing one of the oldest universities of the world.

Day 7 Saturday - Kolkata
Finally the train arrives into Kolkata, a very significant destination on the classical India circuit. Bid adieu to the sojourn in this city of joy and get set to keep alive these fond memories forever…

Facilities on Board

The facilities housed within the Maharajas’ Express make the sojourn all the more memorable and fun. Each of the tour type is featured by these services, offering to the guests, standard amenities to watch out for, no matter which trip they may wish to undertake. Some of the facilities and services worth mentioning here are

• Individual temperature control
• LCD TV
• DVD players
• Direct dial telephones
• In house movie viewing facility
• Butlers
• Medical assistance
• Electronic safe deposit box

Accommodation
Accommodation options in the Maharajas’ Express comprise of a selection of choices that you may opt from. The 23 carriages meant for accommodation have been segregated as below:

• Deluxe Coaches - There are 5 coaches available in this category. Twin beds, colorful furnishings, and a comfortable ambiance wait to greet guests into these cabins.
• Junior Suites - The Junior Suites are an upgraded version of the deluxe coaches. Twin beds and sitting area are available in each of the 6 suites available in this variety
• Suites - The 2 Suites are fit enough to cater to the king himself! A separate sitting area, a double bed, and attendants to serve you round the clock; these and several other features wait to make you comfortable here.
• Presidential Suites - This suite welcomes one to ultimate luxury and sophistication! The sitting area of the suite exudes magnificence and style just like the bedroom. A blend of contemporary and modern designing styles has been displayed in the furniture and in the overall décor of this suite. Opt to stay in the Presidential Suite to understand the lifestyle of Indian royalty!
• Attached bathrooms

Dining
There are two fine dining options housed within the Maharajas’ Express with each offering a delectable range of cuisines to savor on. The authentic décor of the restaurants truly complement the tastefully prepared food. A whole host of beverages served in the restaurants complete your dining experiences here.

The onsite restaurants here are namely

• Haveli restaurant - adorned like a grand Indian mansion, Indian delicacies are tastefully prepared and served in this restaurant
• Peacock restaurant - watch out for the peacock motifs in the décor throughout this eatery
• The in house Bar serves a range of exotic drinks. The wood decorated interiors and the theme lighting will make your evenings special, after a tiring day of sightseeing.

Schedule

Tariff

The tariff of the luxury train Maharajas’ Express has been given below as:

The tariff of the Maharajas’ Express includes accommodation, meals, beverages (light drinks, tea, coffee, and mineral water), Indian wines (in house brands), butler service, and porter-age at stations, guided tours and entrance fees at monuments. The tariff however does not include taxes, insurances, alcoholic beverages, telephone calls, laundry, and fees of video and professional cameras.

The cancellation policy that is followed by the train is as:

• If cancelled 90 days prior to departure date, then 25% of the published tour cost is deducted
• If cancelled 89-60 days prior to departure date, then 50% of the published tour cost is deducted
• If cancelled 59-0 days prior to departure date, then 100% of the published tour cost is deducted
• If you fail to show up on the departure date, then 100% of the published tour cost is deducted z