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Royal Rajasthan On Wheels Train Tour
The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is the regal delight where every moment is woven together into an everlasting and immemorial experience to be lived and cherished forever. Royal Rajasthan On Wheels tour is extensively planned to take you through the whispering sands of desert, the intriguing sagas of forts and palaces, and the adventurous escapades to the wilds; while you witness the luxuries on the train in a truly royal fashion.

The luxurious Royal Rajasthan on Wheels takes you through a seven day exploration of the vibrant Rajasthan. The magic of the splendid journey begins at New Delhi and prepares you to weave the fabric of delightful imagination becoming reality over the next seven days.This journey will come to an end at Delhi.

Delhi Jodhpur Udaipur Chittorgarh Sawai Madhopur Jaipur Khajuraho Varanasi Agra Delhi

ITINERARY

01 DAY/SUN » DELHI - JODHPUR : Depart Delhi for Jaipur. Dinner & overnight on Board.

02 DAY/MON » JODHPUR - UDAIPUR : Breakfast on board. Arrive Jodhpur. Morning sightseeing tour of Jodhpur - gateway to the desert beyond, home of the Rathores of Marwa. Visit the Fort, rising up a hilly scrap, built on the advice of a hermit, which overlooks the city in the image of a long sentinel. Inside the Fort are a number of palaces added by successive rulers. The cenotaphs of the former rulers are imposing and architecturally remarkable. Lunch at a hotel. Royal Rajasthan on Wheels departs for Udaipur. Dinner & Overnight on board.

03 DAY/TUE » UDAIPUR - CHITTAURGARH - SAWAI MADHOPUR : Arrive Udaipur. Breakfast at a hotel. Morning, sightseeing tour of Udaipur, stopping first at City Palace. Here you will marvel at rooms with mirrored walls and ivory doors, colored glass windows and inlaid marble balconies; and the Peacock Courtyard. Also visit the lovely Sahelion-ki-Bari Gardens; the Jagdish Temple; and the local folk museum. Lunch at a hotel. Enjoy boat ride on Lake Pichola before returning on Royal Rajasthan on Wheels. Later visit Chittaurgarh. There is no place in Rajasthan with a history more romantic than that of Chittaurgarh. The centre of Rajput resistance against Mughal rule. Evening Tea with Sound and Light show at the Fort. Dinner at a hotel. Overnight on board.

04 DAY/WED » SAWAI MADHOPUR - JAIPUR - KHAJURAHO : Arrive Sawai Madhopur. Game viewing in the sanctuary by canter. Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary extends over an area of 392 sq kms of thick forests. The place abounds in scenic beauty, requisite refuge for both the carnivora and herbivora. The numerous valleys and flat hill tops form picturesque surroundings of the 13th century historical Ranthambore Fort. The Tiger and Leopard are the main predators found in this reserve. Breakfast at a hotel. Royal Rajasthan on Wheels departs for Jaipur.
Morning excursion to Amber Fort. Make your ascent to the palace fortress on the gaily caparisoned elephant back. Tour the chambers and hallways of the palace which are famous for the excellence of their design and decoration. Afternoon tour of Jaipur known as "The Pink City of Rajasthan" Visit the unique Jantar Mantar Observatory, which was built in the 1700's, yet even today still looks futuristic or almost surrealistic; the City Palace and its Museum, the Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds. Return to train for tea and freshening up. Enjoy a drive of Jaipur by night followed by dinner at a Palace Hotel. Return to Palace on Wheels. Train departs for Khajuraho. Overnight on board.

05 DAY/THU »KHAJURAHO - VARANASI : Arrive Khajuraho. Breakfast onboard. Morning visit the Eastern group of temples which consists of 3 Hindu and 3 Jain temples, their proximity attests to the religious tolerance of the times in general and of the Chandela rulers in particular at leisure for own activities. After lunch, visit the most important and fascinating western group of temples. The temples of Khajuraho have been declared a 'world heritage' site by UNESCO in order to preserve the rich legacy of architecture, bequeathed to future generations by the Kings of the Chandela dynasty. These temples are famous for their intricate sculptures and erotic carvings that are one of the outstanding achievements of Indian art. Overnight on board.

06 DAY/FRI »VARANASI - AGRA : Arrive Varanasi. Early morning take a short trip by country boat on the sacred river Ganges to see the Ghats and witness the living traditions of one of the world's oldest and most important religions. Pilgrims flock the Ghats to have a ritual bath and perform puja to the rising sun, following centuries old tradition. Breakfast at the hotel. Visit some of the many Hindu temples that line the river Ganges and stroll along the narrow lanes and bazaars full of shops selling, among other things, the world famous Benaras Silks. Lunch on board. Afternoon visit Sarnath 5 miles out of Varanasi one of the holiest Buddhist sites in the world, where Buddha preached his first Sermon in 590 B.C. Here you will witness the ruins of a once flourishing Buddhist monastery and then visit a fine Archaeological Museum which houses an excellent collection of Buddhist art and sculptures found at the site. The main attraction at this excellent Archaeological Museum is the superb capital from the Ashokan pillar. It has the Ashokan symbol of four back-to-back lions which has been adopted as the state symbol of modern India. Other finds from the site include many figures and sculptures from the various periods of Saranath - Mauryan, Kushana, Gupta and later. (The museum is closed on Fridays). Ro yal Rajasthan on Wheels departs for Agra. Dinner & overnight on board.

07 DAY/SAT» AGRA - DELHI : Arrive Agra. Enjoy your breakfast on board. Enjoy sightseeing tour of Agra city visiting, the most perfect architectural monument in the world -The Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal is the mausoleum of Empress Mumtaz Mahal, the beloved spouse of Shah Jahan, who died in 1630. The Taj is remarkable for its perfect proportion and rich pietra dura, with minute details executed with great skill. The building, often styled "a dream in marble" is said to have taken at least 22 years (1631-1653) to build. Enjoy sound & light show. Dinner at a hotel. Royal Rajasthan on Wheels departs for Delhi. Overnight on board.

08 DAY/SUN » ARRIVE - DELHI : Arrive Delhi. Dis-embark after breakfast on board.

  Departure dates & tariff
 
Month of departure Departure date Deluxe Cabin Gross Tariff Per person per night
Oct 11 till Mar 12 Dec 18 & 25, 11
October 2011 2, 09, 16, 23, 30 Single Occupancy US$ 825 US$ 908
November 2011 6, 13, 20, 27 Double Occupancy US$ 590 US$ 649
December 2011 4, 11, 18, 25 Suite US$ 800 US$ 880
January 2012 1, 8, 15, 22, 29      
February 2012 5, 12, 19, 26      
March 2012 4, 11, 18, 25      
 
  • 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.
  • No Triple occupancy allowed on this train journey.
  • Minimum of five nights journey is allowed.
  THE ABOVE COST INCLUDES:
  • Cost of travel on per night basis on the train in a Single or Double/twin or Suite occupancy coupe
  • Catering (morning tea, breakfast, lunch, evening tea and dinner)
  • Conducted sightseeing tours in deluxe A/c coaches, entrance fee for monuments, cultural entertainment.
  • Boat ride to Lake Palace Hotel in Udaipur, Canter drive in the park at Ranthambore, Elephant ride at Jaipur and boat ride at Varanasi.
  • Prices are valid from September 2010 till April 2011 departure
  • The rates are subject to change without any prior notice.
  THE ABOVE COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:
  • All current applicable taxes levied by the government.
  • Personal expenses such as Liquor, Laundry, other items of personal nature, charges levied at parks and monuments, transfer to and from railway station and sightseeing tours in Delhi.
  BOOKING :
  • 20% of the fare to be paid at the time of booking Balance 65 days prior to departure.
  CANCELLATION :
  • 10% more than 60 days prior to departure.
  • 25% between 30-59 days before departure.
  • 100% within 30 days before departure.