| VIRTUAL TOUR - PALACES
ON WHEELS |
Palace Wheels offers a magical train ride
across North India. The Palace on Wheels luxury train, takes
you to the beautiful cities, historic forts, enchanting palaces
and thrilling wildlife sanctuaries in Rajasthan, India, as
well as the mesmerizing Taj Mahal in Agra. Enjoy an enchanted
voyage on the royal luxury train - the Palace on Wheels.Times
have changed and the winds have shifted, but the Palace
on Wheels cruises along in royal style, the kind only
the Maharajas of yesteryears could have perpetuated and
enjoyed. Today, of course, each traveller on board is
treated like royalty in his or her own right.
| Valid
from September 2010 to April 2011 |
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Occupancy |
(per person per night) |
Total
for 7 Nights
(Per person) |
| Single
occupancy |
USD
670
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USD
4690
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| Double
occupancy |
USD
500 |
USD
3500 |
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Triple occupancy |
USD 450 |
USD
3150 |
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Itinerary:
Delhi - Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur &- Chittorgarh - Udaipur-
- Jaisalmer - Jodhpur- Bharatpur- Agra - Delhi |
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| Day 01 - Wednesday |
Tour Begins : 18.00 hrs.
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NEW DELHI
 Delhi
you will be treated like Maharaja & Maharani on
welcome by garlanding, Tikka and turban with glass of
wine. The Capital city of modern India a city known
for its rich valorous and exotic history. Once the fabled
city of the heroes of the Mahabharata and ruled by the
Rajputs before they were displaced by foreign invaders.
The tour starts in the evening with a ceremonial welcome
aboard the Palace on Wheels at Safdarjung New Delhi.
You will be introduced to your fellow travellers. Feel
free to explore your new palace, and acquaint yourself
with its various facilities. Relax with a drink at the
bar. Dinner will be served on board in its two restaurants.
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| Day 02 - Thursday |
Arrival
03.45 hrs. Departure 23.30 hrs |
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JAIPUR
 Jaipur
Your tour began at the Hawa Mahal Palace of wind followed
the amazing Jantar Mantar-Astronomical Observatory
are to be explored at leisure. The home of the erstwhile
rulers. The city palace now a museum of full royal
splendor. Jaipur also offers a great shopping experience
since the city is the countries capital as far as
handicrafts are concerned. This include a very extensive
range as well as a major International center of cutting
and polishing of Gems and stone. Also the Jaipur is
known all over the world for hand block printing on
textile. Lunch at Amber Fort. Soon after reaching
at Amber you can enjoy the festively decorated elephant
for a ride up to the fort. After lunch visit of Amber
fort the best example of splendid fusion of Rajput
and Mugal style of Architecture. The hall of victory
Jai Mandir has a stunning ceiling adorned with mirror
work an inlaid panel. Return back to train by bus
for fresh n up after rest awhile enjoy sumptuous dinner
in one of the best hotel of Jaipur return to Palace
on Wheels.
New Arrangement for this season.
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Lunch venue at famous Amber Fort.
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Jaipur by Night.
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Visit of Albert Hall.
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Dinner, Bar-be-que, Folk Dance
at 5 star Hotel Jai Mahal an old palace of Rajput
rulers.
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| Day
03 - FRIDAY |
Arrival: 05.30 hrs. Departure 10.30
hrs
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SAWAI MADHOPUR
& CHITTAURGARH
 Swai
Madhopur - Sawai Madhopur The Ranthambhore tiger
reserve at junction of the Aravali and the Vindhyas
is a unique juxtaposition of natural and historical
richness, standing out conspicuously in the
vast, arid and denuded tract of eastern Rajasthan,
barely 14 Kms from Sawai Madhopur.
A 1000 year old Ranthambhore Fort of great historical
importance atop a high hill stand tall remain
of the historical part cenotaphs, tombs, stepped
well, summer palace etc, have all merged harmoniously
in to the sprawling forest.
Three big lakes- Padam Talav, Malik Talav and
Raj bag- are alike turquoises studded in the
vast tract. Though a delicate eco system, Ranthambhore
is dynamic in the diversity and density of fauna
it supports.Tiger at the apex of the food chain
lords over the kingdom in a subtle way solitary
by nature. It operates with stealth. Quite naturally
tiger sighting are always a matter of chance,
though evidences of its activities are equally
exciting other then tigers you may have opportunity
to see 24 different species of mammals, spotted
deer, sambhar, wild boar, Indian Gazel, Jungal
cat, Panthers, Jackal, Hynas Rarely sloth bears,
also almost 300 different kind of birds.
The breakfast is to be served in Hotel Vinayak
in peace and tranquility-Return back to Palace
on Wheels. Lunch on Board.
Enjoy the afternoon on train as it travels the
lush green country side before arriving to Chittorgarh.
New Arrangement for this season.
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Sightseeing of Jhoomar
Baori- It was a hunting loudge of Jaipur ruler
Sawai Madho Singh. The best location to take
picture of the forest.
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Visit to Jogi Mahal-A former
forest guest house from where you can view
the picturesque scenery of Padam Talab.
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Leisurely Break Fast at
Vinayak Hotel at lush green lawns along with
fresh aroma of the jungle trees.
Chittorgarh -
Arrival: 16.00 hrs. Departure 2.00 hrs
Chittorgarh Fort is considered
as the largest fort of India, built by various
Mauriyan rulers during 5th to 8th century period,
this for covers an area of 680 acres most of the
structures in side the fort premises are in ruins.
But a glimpses at this giant abodes of Rajput
still fills on with thrill. The fort is accessible
after ceremony seven gates. Rana Kumbha palace
and Padamini Palace in the fort are considered
as master pieces of Rajput architecture Padmini
Palace had been the residence of beautiful queen
Rani Padmini.
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| Day
04 - SATURDAY |
Arrival 08.00 hrs. Departure15.30
hrs
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UDAIPUR
 The
capital of the sirodia Maharanas, enjoy
pre-eminen among the Rajput clams of Rajasthan
spend the day sight seeing at Udaipur
Maharana Udai Singh, Laid the foundation
for a new kingdom Udaipur situated at
Lake Pichola where the impressive city
palace was lavished with aesthetic and
imaginative work of art miniature painting
was encouraged.
Subsequently the princes built the seemingly
floating Irland Palace, the royal summer
retreat, offering a spectacular view of
the lake and surrounding mountains.
New Arrangement for this Season.
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Break Fast at Shikar
Bari- A hunting lodge of the Mewar ruler
where they shot tiger wild boar &
other wild life. It is the only calm
& screen place to enjoy breakfast
with the nature.
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Lunch at Sun set
point-Open air restaurant rom where
you can enjoy a view of Lake Palace,
Jagmandir and can enjoy fresh breeze
of Pichola Lake.
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Visit to Crystal
Gallery-It is a balcony of Fateh Prakash
Banquet hall which is having a museum
of crystal glass furniture, crockery,
chandilliers of old time.
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Boat Ride and back
to train.
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| Day
05 - SUNDAY |
Arrival 09.15 hrs. Departure
23.45 hrs
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JAISALMER
 Jaisalmer
The golden city of Rajasthan has a charm
of its own, Rawal Jaisal a Bhati Rajput
ruler founded the city in 1156 AD. The western
most citadel of the desert, Jaisalmer has
an ancient history linked with its development
as a trading center. Located en-route one
of the two passages, that connected India
with persia, egypt Africa and West. The
Bhati Rajput sole guardians of the city
accumulate enough wealth through tax levied
on the passing carwans. Jaisalmer amid picturesque
a marvel of beautiful culture and harsh
climate conditions. The Sonar Quila Fort,
made of yellow sand stone will immediately
command your attention here.
The city is also known
for its old mansion better known as havelies.
Patwon Ki Haveli and Nathmalgi Ke Haveli,
Salim Singh Ji Ki Haveli most striking architecture
a fine blend of ancient and the medieval
era. Shopping and lunch at Moomal Hotel.
The sweeping sand dunes, enjoy the romance
of solitude at Kuldhara and your camel takes
you deep in the thar desert, the set hare
is the most awaited experience. As the sum
sets the rolling golden dunes the surreal
experience is worth. Though the winter,
followed by the cultural performance - campfire
with dinner in dunes.
New Arrangement
for this season.
- Lunch at Hotel Moomal-It is the first
hotel of Jaisalmer carved in yellow
sand stone. The best hotel for sharing
mouth watering ethanic rajasthani food
with the full of village atmosphere.
- Enjoy Rajasthani Food with traditional
ethnic music.
- Evening Tea, Sun set & Dinner
with Bar-be-que, at Samdhani
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| Day
06 - MONDAY |
Arrival 07.00 hrs.
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JODHPUR
 Jodhpur
Special welcome on arrival and sight seeing
of mighty fort followed by lunch at Gorgious
Umaid Bhawan Palace.
The best known for its indigo-hued homes
and buildings, Jodhpur is the former capital
of the Marwar. The Mehrangarh Fort was
built by Rao Jodha in 1459 and later his
successions also added new structures.
The forts is situated 120 meters high
rocky hill, this fort is witness the lavish
and royal history of Rathore.
Fort stands on strong and wide walls,
which are 20 to 120 feet high and 12 to
70 feet thick its gigantic structure and
finely carved intricate sculpture are
a treat for eye.
The royal structure boast their own saga
of security and beauty the perl palace
has a delicately carved stone screen,
umaid vilas displays the Rajput miniature
paintings and the ajit vilas exhibits
musical instruments and the royal costumes.
Shopping of local handicrafts.
Umaid Bhawan Palace worlds
finest and largest palace in the world
Maharaja Umaid Singh utilized the services
of a well known Edwardian architect, henry
vaughan lanchester for the construction
of this palace. There are 347 rooms in
the palace that boast about its grandness
and splendor the central dome that has
become the identity of the palace 110
feet high. The royal family in still lives
a part of the palace also having the old
clock museum.
This is also the venue of lunch. After
lunch back to Palace on Wheels, dinner
on board.
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| Day
07 - TUESDAY |
Arrival 05.00hrs. Departure
08.45 hrs
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BHARATPUR
 Bharatpur
A royal kingdom where the jats, rather than
the Rajputs, ruled. Bharatpur's Jat History
is not too old, with Suraj Mal establishing
a firm stronghold in a region contested
by both the Rajputs and the Mughals. Suraj
Mal exploits are legendary, and the fort,
Lohargarh, or Iron Fort, has a history that
recounts it with pride. The only fort in
the state to have bastions of mud, these
proved meritorious because they simply swallowed
up the cannon shells not allowing them to
impact.
The Keoladeo Ghana National Park one of
the finest bird sanctuary in the world was
developed by a royal edict when dykes were
created so that water could be canalized
for the hunting preserve as the Maharaja
of Bharatpur wished to create.
Over three hundred species of birds many
of them migrant species that come from parts
as distant as Siberia and China.
New Arrangement for This season:
Break Fast at Bird Sanctuary-Nominated
a world heritage site it was declared
a National Park in 1983. This 29 Sq. KM
park is one of the world's greatest heronries.
It shallow, fresh water marsh attracts
thousands of migratory birds.
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| Day
07 - TUESDAY |
Arrival 10.30 hrs Departure
23.00 hrs
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AGRA
Agra A visit to the world's most well
known monument and well worth its fame.
The Taj Mahal built in the memory of his
beloved empress by emperor Shah Jahan,
this marble mausoleum is the greatest
gesture of love known to mankind and is
breathtakingly, bewitchingly beautiful.
Land for the building of the Taj Mahal
in Agra came fromthe Maharaja of Jaipur
and the marble used in its construction
was from the mines of Makrana, also in
Rajasthan. The precious stones used in
its inlay, and the craftsmen employed
for the twenty two years its construction
took, came not only from India, but from
all over the World.
New Arrangement for this season.
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Lunch at Palace Hotel.
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Light & Sound
culture Programme in the evening.
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Gala Dinner at Hotel
Mughal Sheraton.
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The Taj Mahal is
the perfect finale to your Royal Sojourn.
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| Day
08 - WEDNESDAY |
Arrival |
Delhi
Early Mornning arrive
at Delhi Safdarjung Railway station. Breakfast
on board - Check out and proceed for next
destination with the great memories
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The exquisite & exclusive Palace
on Wheels has luxurious cabins, wall-to-wall
carpeting, a well stocked bar, two
dining cars, personalised service..... infact
everything that could comprise of heaven on earth
for a whole week.
Departure dates from Delhi
(Cantonment Station): Every Wednesday from September
to April.
Length of journey : 8 days
and seven nights. Departure from Delhi on Wednesday
evening, return to Delhi the following Wednesday
morning.
Comforts in the Palace on Wheels :
- Every saloon coach is equipped with a saloon,
mini-bar and kitchenette.
- Each cabin has its own toilet with shower and
hot and cold running water.
- Indian or European food is served in separate
dining cars.
- A panorama saloon coach with bar is waiting
to be visited.
- In each saloon coach a chief steward and his
assistant look after your needs.
- A public address system provides background
music and is used for important announcements.
- A library is available.
- A bureau de change which also accepts travelers
cheques is also on board the train.
Cabins on board the Palace on Wheels
On the Palace on Wheels there are
52 sleeping car compartments each with two beds;
the beds are no longer one above another but side
by side. The air-conditioned train travels in a
leisurely manner so that the ever-changing landscape
can be fully appreciated.
Half fare for children between 5 and
12 years of age. Children below 5 years shall be
allowed free.
(Age proof of children is to be furnished, which
is required at the time of issuance of tickets)
Please note :-
- 10% Surcharge shall be levied on departure
during Christmas/New Year.
- @ 2.58% Service Tax shall be levied on the tariff
of Palace on Wheels.
- US$ 15 per pax per trip shall be charged against
the payment of commercial taxes in addition to
the tariff
- No charter can be booked during X-Mas &
New Year period.
- Tariff Subject to change without notice.
The Tariff includes :
- Catering || Conducted sightseeing || Entrance
fee at monuments || Parks || Palaces || Cultural
programs || Camel ride at Jaisalmer || Boat ride
at Udaipur || Rickshaw ride at Bharatpur.
The Tariff does not include:
- Drinks || tips || laundry || telephone calls
|| video camera fees || Business Car Facilities
|| liquor and other items of personal nature.
Booking Policy
In case of FITs:
- 50% of ticket value at the time of confirming
the booking.
- Remaining 50% of ticket value 60 days prior
to departure.
In case of Group:
- 50% of ticket value at the time of confirming
the booking.
- Remaining 50% of ticket value 60 days prior
to departure.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation must be advised by Fax/E-mail/Letter
to The Luxury Trains. On cancellation, refund will
be made. Certain amount of the ticket value will
be deducted as follows.
In case of FITs
- 5% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.
- 20% of ticket value 30-59 days prior to departure.
- 100% of ticket value between less than 30 days
prior to departure.
In case of Group
- 10% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.
- 100% of ticket value between 0 to 59 days prior
to departure
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