Maharajas Express The Indian Panorama | Luxury Train Travel

At a Glance

Tour Duration	6 Nights / 7 Days
DESTINATIONS COVERED	Delhi - Jaipur - Ranthambore - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra - Gwalior - Orchha - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Lucknow - Delhi
FARE STARTING FROM	USD 5980
MONTHS OF OPERATION	October to April
DISTANCE COVERED	2450 kms approx

Tour Duration

6 Nights / 7 Days

DESTINATIONS
COVERED

Delhi - Jaipur - Ranthambore - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra - Gwalior - Orchha - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Lucknow - Delhi

FARE STARTING FROM

USD 5980

MONTHS OF OPERATION

October to April

DISTANCE COVERED

2450 kms approx

Detail Itinerary

Day 1 - Delhi

Arrive in Delhi, the country's capital. Complete the check-in formalities at the Safdarjung railway station. Enjoy a traditional welcome and settle into your cabins. Savor the welcome drink offered. Soon the luxury train would begin its journey for the first destination, the 'Pink City' of Rajasthan, Jaipur.

Dinner and overnight stay at Maharajas’ Express train.

Day 2 - Jaipur

Today, the train arrives at Jaipur. Breakfast on board. De-board the train and enjoy a visit to the Amber Fort, a World Heritage Site. The fort is best-known for its architectural design and aesthetic ambiance. Here, you can enjoy an elephant safari up to the entrance of the fort. The other option is a jeep ride. Lunch is organized onboard.

Rest of the evening is free for leisure activities where you can enjoy the comforts of Maharajas’ Express. Later, the train leaves for Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore). Dinner and overnight stay on the train.

Day 3 - Ranthambore / Fatehpur Sikri

Morning arrival at Sawai Madhopur, one of the well-known cities of Rajasthan. Get ready for an exciting adventure, a game drive at Ranthambore National Park, one of the finest Tiger reserves in the country.

Get back to your luxury train and relish the breakfast as the train departs for Fatehpur Sikri. Savor the lunch onboard and visit Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO heritage site and a deserted Mughal city, home to a number of wonderful architectural gems.

Back to Maharaja's express for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4 - Agra

Today the train enters Agra, the city of Taj Mahal. Proceed to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Taj Mahal. The white marble monument is a masterpiece of brilliant architecture alluring a lot of travelers to India. It was constructed by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.

An unforgettable breakfast break is planned post that. Get back on board for lunch and again head out for a tour to Agra Fort.

Return back to luxury train for dinner and stay as it proceeds to Orchha.

Day 5 - Orchha / Khajuraho

Breakfast on-board. After that get ready to visit Orchha and get back on the train as and when you are done exploring. The train now moves to the next destination, Khajuraho. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Khajuraho Group of Monuments is mostly visited for the exotic sculptures and figurines, promoting erotica that adorns the walls of the temples here. Visit the Khajuraho Temples (the Western group of temples), these are the group of Hindu and Jain temples, built by the Chola rulers. Get back on board for dinner and overnight stay.

Afterwards, Maharaja's express leaves for Varanasi.

Day 6 - Varanasi

Enjoy breakfast and lunch on board. Arrival at Varanasi. De-board the train for a sightseeing tour in Varanasi, one of the holiest cities in India. Varanasi is located on the banks of River Ganga and is considered as the abode of Lord Shiva. Visit the Silk Weaving Center, a manufacturing industry where weaving is done within the household.

Later, visit the Sarnath ruins and museum. Settled within close proximity to Varanasi, Sarnath is a place where Buddha delivered his first speech at the deer park. The place holds a number of Buddhist monuments and edifices.

Later, leave for a boat ride on River Ganges to witness the magnificent evening aarti, the river worship ceremony. Return back to the train which proceeds to Delhi.

Dinner and overnight stay on the train.

Day 7 - Delhi

This day marks the end of your blissful Maharajas’ Express journey. Relish the delectable breakfast and lunch on board. As you arrive at Delhi, deboard at the station.

Schedule

Indian Panorama Schedule for the season 2019-20 & 2020-21

Month	Departure Dates
January, 2020	19
February, 2020	16
March, 2020	15
April, 2020	5
October, 2020	11
November, 2020	8
December, 2020	6
January, 2021	3,31
February, 2021	28
March, 2021	28

Tariff

Indian Panorama Tariff for Season 2019-20 & 2020-21

Occupancy Type	Adult	Single Supplement
Deluxe Cabins	USD 5,980	USD 4,510
Junior Suite	USD 9,460	USD 8,520
Suite	USD 13,800	USD 13,800
Presidential Suite	USD 23,700	USD 23,700

Terms & Conditions :

All the above prices are on per person per journey on twin sharing basis
The above cost is exclusive of 5% GST service tax that will be charged extra.
All Optional Tours are on chargeable basis and are subject to availability. Details and pricing will be made available on board during the journey.
Please note all bookings confirmed are non-transferable and will invite a cancellation charge as applicable.

Inclusions

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.

Exclusions

The tariff however does not include taxes, insurances, alcoholic beverages, telephone calls, laundry, and fees of video and professional cameras.

Booking Policy

Booking policy followed by the Maharajas Express is as follows:

If booking is done prior to 90 days of departure or more, then 25% of the total tariff is to be paid at the time of booking.
Remaining 75% of ticket value can be paid 60 days prior to departure.
If booking is done less than 60 days of departure or less, then full 100% of the total tariff is to be paid at the time of booking.

Cancellation Policy

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

If cancelled 60 days or more prior to departure date, then 25% of the published tour cost is deducted.
If cancelled 45-59 days prior to departure date, then 50% of the published tour cost is deducted.
If cancelled 0-44 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.