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Palace on Wheels

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Sail into an age when the jewel studded maharajas with swords in their hands rode the ornamented war elephant with large retinue following. Palace on Wheels, first luxury train of India, recreates a bygone era of indulgence and grace. With its ethnic interior decor, gracious hospitality and a tastefully crafted journey that chugs along former Rajput princedoms & Taj Mahal in Agra, this Indian luxury train journey is ride of a lifetime.

At a Glance

Tour Duration	7 Nights / 8 Days
DESTINATIONS COVERED	Delhi - Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur - Chittorgarh - Udaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Bharatpur - Agra - Delhi
FARE STARTING FROM	USD 3500
MONTHS OF OPERATION	September to April
DISTANCE COVERED	2,411 kms approx

Inspired by the personal carriages used by the former Maharajas, Nizams and Viceroys, the Palace on Wheels journey is one of the most authentic way to explore and rediscover royal Rajasthan for the descerning traveler. The union of former Rajputana princedoms, Rajasthan is renowned for its royal past; Ruled by valiant Rajput princes renowned for their chivalry, romance and decadence who also were custodians of art, Rajasthan is home to some of the most resplendent fortresses, spectacular palaces and havelis along with rich cultural heritage and diverse wildlife.

Experience the royal hues and vibrant culture of Rajasthan along with a visit to World Heritage Site, Taj Mahal in Agra as you travel aboard the Palace on Wheels India's most revered luxury train.

About the Train

The train with its quaint décor, state of the art amenities and a seamless blend of the traditional Rajputana and contemporary panache brings to you a journey unlike any before. Each moment of the journey is suffused with the romance of endearing experience through the most colorful terrains of Rajasthan. A total of 14 guest carriages can accommodate upto 88 guests i their tastefully appointed iteriors. Restaurant, bar and lounge are available to add to the experience of a unique rail journey in India.

Cabins

The original Palace on Wheels consisted of the personal carriages of the erstwhile rulers of India, but the refurbished cabins of the train include the replicas of the original carriages that are technologically advanced. The cabins have been christened after the erstwhile princely states of Rajasthan.

Following are the prime features of the Palace on Wheels:

All the 14 saloons are named after the different Rajasthan provinces including Alwar, Bharatpur, Bikaner, Bundi, Dholpur, Dungarpur, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jhalawar, Jodhpur, Kishangarh, Kota, Sirohi, and Udaipur.
Every coach has been aesthetically decorated in a royal style including mirror work, upholstery, miniature paintings and antique furnishings.
Channel Music system
Intercom
Mini Pantry
Attached bathrooms with hot and cold running water
Khidmatgar- a personal attendant

Dining

The train includes two restaurants, each possessing a stylish décor. The restaurants have a seating arrangement in groups of twos and fours. The guests aboard can savour sumptuous food of Indian (especially Marwari) and other popular world cuisine (such as Continental and European). Along with the option of table d’hôte meals, a part of the Palace on Wheels tariff, it also has an option of an extensive a la carte menu. Following are the two restaurants:

Maharaja Restaurant
Maharani Restaurant

These restaurants also have in- house bars, serving a variety of both, alcoholic and non- alcoholic beverages of both Indian and International brands.

Sitting Lounge

The Sitting Lounge of the Palace on Wheels is the perfect place to forget your tiredness of the day’s sightseeing. Just sit back, relax and admire the comfortable ambiance. You can also have a little chit-chat session with your fellow passengers.

Other Facilities

Following are the other facilities aboard the Palace on Wheels:

Luggage Collection
Welcome Kit on Arrival
Personal Attendant or Khidmatgar
Mineral Water
News Paper/Magazine

Toiletories
Security
CD player
Free Wi-Fi Internet

Spa

A rejuvenating spa is the recent addition to the train. This dedicated spa car offers a variety of treatments, massages and therapies to its guests. After a tiring day of sightseeing, you can relax your mind, body and soul. The very décor of the spa oozes out a feel of relaxation.

Detail Itinerary

Travel back in time with visit to magnificent forts & palaces, savor the royalty with royal welcome and hospitality, catch a glimpse of Royal Bengal Tigers on prowl in their natural habitat, visit World Heritage Sites and shop at colorful bazaars, this and more during 8 days itinerary of the Palace on Wheels.

Detailed itinerary has been given below for your kind perusal:

Day 1 - Delhi

By 1600 hrs, assemble at the Safdarjung Railway Station to enjoy a traditional welcome. Get a royal Garland welcome with turban and a Tikka on your forehead. Complete the check-in formalities and get aboard the Palace on Wheels. Enjoy a welcome drink. Once inside the train, you are free to explore this luxury train and its facilities. Dinner at any of the 2 restaurants of the train. The train departs from the station at 18:30 hrs for its first destination, Jaipur.

Day 2 - Jaipur

Early morning arrival in Jaipur, Rajasthan's capital, also known as the Pink City at 3.20 hrs. After breakfast on-board, embark on a city tour of Jaipur. The attractions of the day to enjoy before lunch include the complex of City Palace, Albert Hall Museum, Jantar Mantar, and Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds. Thereafter, enjoy your lunch at a star hotel. Post lunch, you will be taken to the Amber fort, where you will also enjoy elephant ride. Explore this famous fort, placed on a hilltop. After sightseeing, you will visit the local markets of Jaipur. Here you can shop for souvenirs in the form of handicrafts, traditional clothes, gemstones, jewelry, and more.

Back aboard the train by 19:00 hours for the evening tea. Enjoy some free time inside the Palace on Wheels. Savor a royal dining experience at Palace on Wheels. After dinner, overnight stay in the train that departs for Sawai Madhopur, the next destination, at 20.00 hrs.

Day 3 - Sawai Madhopur - Chittorgarh

On the 3rd day, enjoy an early morning visit to the world-popular Ranthambore National Park, around 14 km from Sawai Madhopur. One of the largest national parks in India, it is spread in 392 square km of land and is popular for housing a good population of tigers. You will reach Sawai Madhopur at 4.45 hrs and depart for the park at 6.30 hrs.

During wildlife safari, you can spot several animal species including tigers, sambar, hyena, sloth bear, spotted deer, chital, and over 275 avifauna species. After enjoying the safari, back aboard the Palace on Wheels for breakfast. Continue your journey to your next destination, Chittorgarh. Enjoy lunch aboard.

You will arrive at Chittorgarh at 15.40 hrs. Later, you de-board the train to explore the prime tourist attractions of Chittorgarh including the magnificent Chittorgarh Fort. The evening is scheduled for enjoying tea followed by light and sound show at the fort. After the show, get on-board Palace on Wheels for an overnight stay. Enjoy dinner on-board.

Day 4 - Udaipur

The train starts the journey for Udaipur at 02.00 hrs. On day 4, arrive in Udaipur by 07:00 hours. Established in the 15th century by Maharana Udai Singh, Udaipur is quite popular for its palaces and lakes. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations all around the world. Have your royal breakfast onboard and later, embark on a sightseeing of Udaipur.

You will visit popular attractions like Saheliyon Ki Bari, City Palace & Crystal Gallery, and so on. Thereafter, enjoy a luxurious lunch at Fateh Prakash Hotel, a heritage hotel. The evening is scheduled for boating on Lake Pichola followed by tea at the jetty. Back to the train at 15.30 hrs. Palace on Wheel begins its journey for Jaisalmer, the next destination at 16.00 hrs. Enjoy dinner on board and an overnight stay.

Day 5 - Jaisalmer

On the 5th day of the tour, the train enters the city of Jaisalmer. Post breakfast onboard the train, embark on a sightseeing tour of the city. The list of the attractions of the day includes the extremely beautiful and well-known Havelis (mansions) including Nathmalji ki Haveli, Patwon ki Haveli, The famous Jaisalmer Fort, and Gadsisar Lake.

Thereafter, return to train and have lunch on board. Later, leave for sightseeing across the world-popular Sam Sand Dunes. Enjoy a memorable sunset view during a camel ride.

Enjoy sumptuous dinner and a cultural performance at a 5-star hotel. Back to the train for staying overnight as the train chugs-off to Jodhpur.

Day 6 - Jodhpur

After arriving in Jodhpur on the 6th day of the tour, have breakfast on-board the train. Later, leave the comforts of the train for indulging in sightseeing of Jodhpur, which includes prime attractions of the city such as the Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, and the Umaid Bhawan Palace & Museum. Thereafter, you are taken to the famous markets across Jodhpur city. You can get your hands on exclusive handicraft items including silverware, embroidered shoes, tie, and dye fabrics.

Your lunch is scheduled in the palace hotel. Return to train at 16.00 hrs.

Have dinner and stay overnight on-board Palace on Wheels as the train continues to Bharatpur.

Day 7 - Bharatpur/Agra

On day 7, you arrive in the next destination Bharatpur famous for its bird sanctuary by 05:00 hours. Now known as the Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is known for housing an amazing variety of bird species, including both resident and migratory birds. Indulge in early morning bird watching and wildlife viewing in the park, which takes around 3 hrs. Then return to train and have your breakfast. The train begins its journey for Agra.

Arrival in Agra, followed by a city tour including the world-renowned Agra Fort. Enjoy your lunch at a 5-star hotel. Visit one of the seven wonders in the world Taj Mahal. Do not miss shopping at the Agra markets where you can get your hands on some interesting items such as leather goods, jewelry, marble souvenirs, etc.

Return to the train to get back to Delhi from where the Palace on Wheel journey started. Stay overnight and have dinner aboard the Palace on Wheels.

Day 8 - Delhi(Return)

Today is the last day of the tour when the train enters the Safdarjung Railway Station. Have breakfast on-board the train, followed by check-out formalities at 7.30 hrs.

Schedule

Palace on Wheels Schedule for Season 2020 - 2021

Month	Departure Dates
January, 2021	20,27
February, 2021	3,10,17,24
March, 2021	3,10,17,24,31
April, 2021	7,14,21,28

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Tariff

Tariff for Peak Season October 2020 & March 2021

(For International Travellers)

Occupancy Type	Price (Per Person Per Night)	Total Amount (7 Nights)
Single Occupancy	USD 950	USD 6650
Twin Sharing	USD 715	USD 5005
Super Deluxe(Suite)	USD 1980	USD 13860

(For Indian Nationals Only)

Occupancy Type	Price (Per Person Per Night)	Total Amount (7 Nights)
Single Occupancy	INR 64600	INR 452200
Twin Sharing	INR 48620	INR 340340
Super Deluxe(Suite)	INR 134640	INR 942480

Tariff for Lean Season September 2020 & April 2021

(For International Travellers)

Occupancy Type	Price (Per Person Per Night)	Total Amount (7 Nights)
Single Occupancy	USD 715	USD 5005
Twin Sharing	USD 550	USD 3850
Super Deluxe(Suite)	USD 1458	USD 10206

(For Indian Nationals Only)

Occupancy Type	Price (Per Person Per Night)	Total Amount (7 Nights)
Single Occupancy	INR 48620	INR 340340
Twin Sharing	INR 37400	INR 261800
Super Deluxe(Suite)	INR 100980	INR 706860

Terms & Conditions

Children below the age of 5 years can travel with a 10% of charge of the total cost of the journey. For children in the age group of 5 to 12 years, half of the journey cost will be charged. At the time of issuance of tickets, age proof certificate of the child/children needs to be furnished.
For special festive departures like Christmas (25th December) and New Year (1st January), a surcharge of 10% will be added on the total fare of the Palace on Wheels train tour.
As per the Government of India norms, GST @ 5% is levied on the prevalent tariff.
Commercial Tax of USD 15 per person is applicable in addition to the tariff.
The above mentioned tariff is subject to change without a prior notification.

Inclusion

Travel, catering, conducted sightseeing, entrance fee at monuments/parks/palaces, cultural programs, camel ride at Jaisalmer, boat ride at Udaipur and rickshaw ride at Bharatpur.

Exclusions

Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls, video camera fees, business car facilities, liquor and other items of personal nature.

The booking policies:

For the fully independent travelers (FITs)

Payment of 20% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking is mandatory.
Remaining 80% of ticket value can be paid 60 days prior to departure.

Cancellation Policy

Cancelation policies as mentioned in the tariff (FIT) are as:

When booking is cancelled 60 days prior to departure - 5% of ticket value will be deducted
When booking is cancelled 30-59 days prior to departure - 20% of ticket value will be deducted
When booking is cancelled 15-29 days prior to departure - 50% of ticket value will be deducted
When booking is cancelled less than 14 days prior to departure - 100% of ticket value will be deducted.

Cancelation policies as mentioned in the tariff (for Groups) are as:

When booking is cancelled 60 days prior to departure - 10% of ticket value will be deducted
When booking is cancelled 30-59 days prior to departure - 25% of ticket value will be deducted
When booking is cancelled 15-29 days prior to departure - 75% of ticket value will be deducted
When booking is cancelled less than 14 days prior to departure - 100% of ticket value will be deducted

No show/ En route termination of tour/amendment:

No Show In case of No Show / Non-arrival of the guest, no refund or adjustment in future travel will be possible. The whole amount shall be treated as forfeited.

En route termination of tour.In case of termination of tour by the guest, for any reasons, no refund or adjustment for future travel will be possible. The amount for unused portion of the tour shall be treated as forfeited.

Amendment - Is only possible under the circumstances like Natural Disaster / Natural Calamity or Serious Health Problem's (this needs to be supported by doctor's certificate) and is subject to availability. No refunds are possible and every case will be decided on merits on a case to case basis. No amendment will be permissible in case of booking of groups or complete train.

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Offers

Complimentary Offer:

1 Nights Stay in a 5* Star Hotel in New Delhi.
2 Way Airport Transfers.
On All Departures.

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