Palace on Wheels

Palace on wheels is a super deluxe train playing in Northern circle mainly covering Rajasthan area. It is a joint venture between Rajasthan Tourism and Indian Railways. Palace on Wheels has fourteen saloons, each equipped with two twin-bedded and two double-bedded chambers, with attached baths that have running hot and cold water and showers. Palace on Wheels has an attached pantry with comfortable bar cum lounge where you can relax over your favourite drink, burrow in a book or converse with fellow passengers. Attached to it are two restaurant cars, Maharaja and Maharani respectively, with opulently draped curtains, exquisitely crafted lights and table settings . Here accompanying chefs serve up a delicious choice of Indian, including Rajasthani, Continental and even Chinese cuisine that are a feast for the palate.



Palace on Wheels starts from Safdarjung Railway Station New Delhi on a week-long run through Rajasthan every Wednesday night, with a Palace on Wheels tour also inbuilt to Agra and the Taj Mahal. Turban-wearing attendants take over from the moment you arrive at the platform, assigning you your coupes and detailing all the facilities that are on board.

Tour duration : 7 Nights / 8 Days
Places Covered : New Delhi - Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur - Chittorgarh - Udaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Bharatpur - Agra - Delhi

Detailed itinerary:
Day 1 : Wednesday - 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.

Reporting Time 16.00 hrs. Dep. 18.30 hrs.
Day 2 : Thursday - Jaipur
The first stop of the luxury Palace on Wheels train 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.


Arrival 03.00 hrs. Departure 23.30 hrs.
Day 3 : Friday - Sawai Madhopur
One can almost sense a life of the wilderness, as the luxury Palace on Wheels train 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 tour, you leave for Chittorgarh, when one gets an opportunity to watch the colourful countryside passing by in the daylight.

Arrival 05.30 hrs. Departure 10.30 hrs.
Day 3 : Friday - Chittorgarh
After lunch on board you are in Chittorgarh. Images of love and velour; scars of battles lost and won...thrice-besieged, Chittorgarh Fort is all this and more. Moving legends of honor and pride will echo in your mind as you proceed to Udaipur.

Arrival 16.00 hrs. Departure 02.00 hrs (next day i.e. on saturday)
Day 4 : Saturday - 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.

Arrival 08:00 hrs. Departure 15.30 hrs.
Day 5 : Sunday - Jaisalmer
In the heart of the Thar desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1156 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.

Arrival 09.15 hrs. Departure 23.45 hrs.
Day 6 : Monday - 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.

Arrival 07.00 hrs. Departure 15.30 hrs.
Day 7 : Tuesday - Bharatpur / Agra
Bharatpur
In the morning, the luxury Palace on Wheels train 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.

Arrival 05.00 hrs.Departure 08:45
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.

Arrival 10:30 hrs Departure 23.00 hrs.
Day 8 : Wednesday - 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.
Arrival 04.00 hrs.

Days of Operation

Months	Dates sep 12- to April-13
Sep-12	5, 12, 19, 26
Oct-12	3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Nov-12	7, 14, 21, 28
Dec-12	5, 12, 19, 26
Jan-13	2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Feb-13	6, 13, 20, 27
Mar-13	6, 13, 20, 27
Apr-13	3, 10, 17, 24

Tariff for season 2012-2013
Per person per night*

	Offseason		Peak Season
	Apr-12	Sept 2012 & Apr 2013	Till Mar 2012	Oct 2012 to Mar 2013
Occupancy Type	Amount in US$	Amount in US$	Amount in US$	Amount in US$
Single Occupancy	US$ 500	US$ 575	US$ 670	US$ 770
Double Occupancy	US$ 375	US$ 430	US$ 500	US$ 575
Triple Occupancy	US$ 340	US$ 390	US$ 450	US$ 520

• 50% of the prevailing tariff will be charged for the children between 05-12 years of age.
• 10% of the prevailing tariff will be charged for the children below 05 years.
• Service Tax @ 2.58% and commercial tax US$ 15 per person extra as applicable.
• There will be a 10% surcharge levied on the tariff for the trips falling during Christmas (25th December) and New Year (1st January)
• The above tariff and itinerary is subject to revise without prior notice.
• Tariff is inclusive of cost of travel and accommodation, catering (morning tea, breakfast, lunch, evening tea and dinner), conducted sightseeing tours in deluxe coaches, entrance fee for monuments and palaces and cultural entertainment. Tariff does not include liquor, laundry, video cameras and other items of personal nature.

Reservation / Cancellation - Terms & Conditions
Booking Procedure:

1. 20% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking.
2. Remaining 80% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.

Cancellation:

1. 5% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.
2. 20% of ticket value between 30 to 59 days prior to departure.
3. 100% of ticket value less than 30 days prior to departure.

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