Day
01 - New Delhi
The journey of a lifetime begins at the
Delhi Safdarjung Railway station where the guests are accorded a warm,
traditional welcome before the Palace-on-Wheels pulls out into the night for a
week-long luxury cruise through fascinating Rajasthan. More Details
Reporting Time 16.00 hrs. Dep. 18.30 hrs.
Day
02 - Jaipur
The first stop of the Palace-on-Wheels is
Jaipur, one of the most well planned cities of the world of its time. This
capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the Pink City, was founded by
Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, in 1727 A.D.
To explore the city, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the
Palace of Winds, which is a remarkable five storied building a one the main
street of the old city in pink splendor with semi-octagonal and delicate honey
combed sandstone windows. This is followed by a visit to Amber Fort where
elephant ride is available to climb up the hill. Lunch at a Five Star Hotel
followed by visit to City Palace Museum and Observatory. More Details
Arrival 03.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs.
Day
03 - Jaisalmer
In the heart of the Thar desert lies
Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1 1 56 A.D. Here the yellow sandstone fort
is an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city. Discover the
painstakingly latticed havelis or mansions with their grand facades. The
Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim Singh-ki-haveli are fine
examples of the stone carver's skill.Shop for fine pattu shawls , mirror work and
embroidered articles , wooden boxes , trinkets , silver jewellery and curios.
After lunch on board, go for an exciting camel ride on the sand dunes of Sam,
before sipping a refreshing cup of tea. Enjoy the dinner and the cultural
porgramme at a Five Star hotel. More Details
Arrival 09.00 hrs. Departure 23.45 hrs.
Day
04 - Jodhpur
Next morning the Palace-on-Wheels is in
Jodhpur, a city ringed by a high stone wall with seven gates and several
bastions. This second largest city of Rajasthan, founded by Rao Jodha in 1459
A.D. is known for its rock-solid Mehrangarh Fort. The grand palaces within -Moti
Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana are impressive
examples of architectural excellence. Near the fort complex lies Jaswant Thada,
and a group of royal cenotaphs made of white marble. After lunch at a Palace
hotel, return to the Palace-on-Wheels. While in Jodhpur shop for exquisite
handicraft articles including the famous breeches, embroidered shoes, metal
curios, silverware, paintings and tie and dye fabrics. More Details
Arrival 07.00 hrs. Departure 15.30 hrs.
Day
05 - Sawai Modhopur
One can almost sense a life of the
wilderness, as the Palace-on-Wheels arrives in Sawai Madhopur, a city named
after its founder Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I. After breakfast a visit is
arranged to the Ranthambhor National Park, wherein are located the ruins of a
10th century fort. This wildlife sanctuary is considered to be the country's
best for observing and photographing the activities of the tiger. The park,
covering an area of 392 sq. kms. is home to more than 300 species of birds. The
tiger, hyena, rate, jackal and fox are among those constituting the carnivorous
population here. Sawai Madhopur is known for its excusive toys, ethnic ornaments
and costumes. Upon return to the Palace-on-Wheels, you leave for Chittaurgarh,
when one gets an opportunity to watch the colourful countryside passing by in
the daylight. More Details
Arrival 04.00 hrs. Departure 10.30 hrs.
Afternoon......Chittaurgarh
After lunch on board you are in Chittaurgarh. Images of love and velour; scars
of battles lost and won...thrice-besieged, Chittaurgarh Fort is all this and
more. Moving legends of honor and pride will echo in your mind as you proceed to
Udaipur. More Details
Arrival 16.00 hrs. Departure 05.30 hrs (next day)
Day
06 - Udaipur
Udaipur, the Lake City, was founded by
Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven way by the
Mughals, in 1559A.D. Perhaps the two most beautiful sites of Udaipur are the
dream-like marble palaces- the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) and the Jag Mandir, which
appear to rise from the blue waters of Lake Pichhola. After lunch at a Five Star
Hotel, a visit to the City Palace. More Details
Arrival 07:30 hrs. Departure 17.30 hrs.
Day
07 - Bharatpur / Agra
Bharatpur
In the morning, the Palace on Wheels arrives in Bharatpur, the capital of
Maharaja Suraj Mal . After breakfast pay a visit to the world famous bird
sanctuary, Keoladeo Ghana National Park, the nesting place for thousands of
Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds.
Agra
Upon arrival visit the Agra Fort and after lunch arrive at the Taj Mahal, one of
the seven wonders of the world. A pristine monument of undying love. It was
built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Agra is
known for its splendid marble inlay work like the Pietra Dura work on the Taj,
leather goods and jewellery. More Details
Arrival 06.30 hrs.
Bharatpur to Agra
Departure 9.00 hrs. Arrival 12.00 hrs.
Departure 21.00 hrs.
Day
08 - Delhi
Arrive at Delhi Safdarjung Railway
station. Breakfast on board and let the pleasant memories of the past week
linger on your mind for a long, long time. At the railway station, you will be
met by our representative with a paging of your name. Transfer to airport to
catch flight back home.
Note :- While the royal train arrives at the platform by 0500 hours you can disembark after breakfast till 0745 hours