Day 01 - Wednesday	Reporting Time 16.00 hrs. Dep. 18.30 hrs.
NEW DELHI The journey of a lifetime begins at the Delhi Cantonment 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. It stands on its tracks; a gleaming sealed carriage, every bit as royal as the original, and perhaps more. The air-conditioning works silently, creating a space where only the excitement of the history of the Rajput kingdoms permeates through, clearly captured in a contemporary mode.
Day 02 - Thursday	Arrival 02.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs
JAIPUR The first stop of 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, To explore the city, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, This is followed by a visit to Amber Fort, eight kms. away, where rides on caparisoned elephants add to the ambiance. Shop for Jaipur’s famous jewellery, handicrafts, carpets blue pottery and textiles. After lunch at a Palace Hotel, you are off to the City Palace, home of the erstwhile royal family. Right across the road from the City Palace is the Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory built by the Sawai Jai Singh II. The Luxury coaches will take you back to Palace on Wheels around 6.30 pm. Dinner on Board. Day 03 - FRIDAY Arrival 08.15 hrs. Departure 23.00 hrs. JAISALMER In the heart of the Thar Desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1156A.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. 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 programmes at a hotel in Jaisalmer.The train leaves for Jodhpur at night Day 04 - SATURDAY Arrival 07.00 hrs. Departure15.30 hrs 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 royal Palace hotel, return to the Palace on Wheels. While in Jodhpur shop for the exquisite handcrafted articles including the famous breeches, embroidered shoes, metal curios, silverware, paintings and tie and dye fabrics. Day 05 - SUNDAY Arrival 04.00 hrs. Departure 10.30 hrs SAWAI MADHOPUR 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.The tiger, hyena, ratel, jackal and fox are among those constituting the carnivorous population here. Sawai Madhopur is known for its exclusive 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. Day 05 - SUNDAY Arrive 16:00 hrs. CHITTAURGARH After lunch on board you are in Chittaurgarh. Images of love and valour; scars of battles lost In the evening visit the crystal gallery. Later proceed to Bharatpur on board Palace on Wheels. Day 06 - MONDAY Departure 05:30 hrs. from Chittaurgarh for Udaipur UDAIPUR Arrive in Udaipur, the Lake City at 7:30 AM. It was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven away 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 Lake Palace Hotel a visit to City Palace is exhilarating. In the evening visit the crystal gallery. Later proceed to Bharatpur on board Palace on Wheels. Day 07 - TUESDAY Arrival 06.30hrs. Departure 11.45 hrs BHARATPUR Early next morning, the Palace 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 of thousands of Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds. Day 07 - TUESDAY Arrival 14.30 hrs Departure 23.00 hrs AGRA Arrive at Fatehpur Sikri-the red sandstone Mughal palatial complex. Within the enclosure is a mosque built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar and dedicated to the Sheikh Salim Chisti, a muslim Sufi Saint who blessed him with a son. After lunch move on from the Red Fort and 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 jewelry. After dinner on board and a good night’s sleep, arrive at Delhi Cantt. at 6.00 hrs the next morning and let the pleasant memories of the past week linger on your mind for a long, long time.

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.