Palace on Wheels

About Palace on Wheels

Delhi - Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur-Chittorgarh-Udaipur-Jaisalmer-Jodhpur-Bharatpur-Agra-Delhi

Embark on Palace on Wheels for an accomplished experience of tour to India. The Palace on Wheels is reckoned among the top ten luxury rail tours in the world. Taking you through the royal destinations in India including Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bharatpur and Agra, the heritage train will make your journey in India a special experience of lifetime.

Winding through the stunning forts and palaces of Rajasthan, the heritage train Palace on Wheels when chugs off to the location of Agra, you will find yourself absolutely engrossed in the whole ambiance that is steeped in glory and regal charm. It will be a sheer pleasure for you to explore the intricacies of the white marble beauty ‘Taj Mahal’ outside and the lavish interiors of the Palace on Wheels inside, which are in perfect sync with one another and do not create two absolute different worlds of wonder.

You can bask in the charm of Pink city Jaipur to the charisma of the majestic sands of Jaisalmer with ease while travelling onboard the Palace on Wheels. A tour to the hinterland of India like Bharatpur and Sawai Madhopur will also become so much easy that you would hanker after more such experiences in your next tour. Sawai Madhopur is most sought-after destination for its wildlife reserve ‘Ranthambhor’ and Bharatpur has a renowned bird sanctuary that abounds in distinct species of domestic and migratory birds.

For a fascinating experience of heritage train journey in India, you must board the Palace on Wheels once. The heritage tour will be concluded in 7 days with marking the beginning of the tour from the capital city of India called Delhi. The train usually leaves on every Wednesday during evening hours around 1600 hrs After a week, the journey comes to an end on Wednesday in the morning during 0400 hrs am.

According to the Palace on Wheels itinerary, you would leave from Delhi on day 1. On day 2, you will be in Jaipur and on day 3 you will be touring across Sawai Madhopur and Chittorgarh. Destinations like Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bharatpur and Agra will be covered in following 4 days. On day 8, you will be taken back to Delhi.

Palace on Wheels-Itinerary

S.No	Day	Sectors	Programme
01	Wednesday	Delhi-Safdarjung Station Departure: 1600 Hrs	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 travelers. 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.
02	Thursday	Jaipur Arrival 0345 Hrs Departure 1130 hrs	Breakfast on board. Jaipur, the world renowned pink city, will greet with caparisoned elephants. Discover Hawa Mahal, Elephant Rideat Amber Fort, after shopping Lunch at 5-star hotel, In afternoon visit to city palace, & observatory, After to Amber Fort & shopping, find yourself traveling through a glorious era.
03	Friday	Sawai Madhopur Arrival 0530 Hrs Dep 1030 Hrs Chittorgarh Arrival 1600 Hrs Dep 0200 Hrs	Welcome to the vardant Sawai Madhopur. Visit the Ranthambore national park, a project tiger reserve, & home to many animal species. While in the park, feel the imposing presences of a 10th century fort, whose ramparts soar high….. Departure same day for Chittaurgarh. It’s the land of love & valour, thrice besieged, you will discover that Chittaurgarh is a legend in itself. Moving tales of honour & pride will echo in your mind as you proceed to Udaipur. Dep. next morning.
04	Saturday	Udaipur Arrival 0800 Hrs Dep 1530 Hrs	Breakfast at Hotel Sikarbari. Udaipur, the famed city of lakes, & palaces & gardens. After breakfast off board, visit the majestic city palace & crystal gallery, followed by lunch at 5-star hotel. In the afternoon, boat ride & Tea at Jetty.
05	Sunday	Jaisalmer Arrival: 0730 hrs Departure: 1145 hrs	Breakfast on board. The 12th century city of Jaisalmer welcomes you. Gaze in awe at the dominating presence of its sandstone fort of 99 bastions. Admire the exquisitely carved havelies, cupolas & facades. Experience camels rides, & dine at Sam sand dunes while the vibrant rhythms of Rajashani music drift into the night… Departure at night.
06	Monday	Jodhpur Arrival: 0700 hrs Departure: 1530 hrs	The magnificent Mehrangarh fort is all pervasive in this 15th century city. Visit this grand fort & Jaswant Thada, the royal cenotaps close by. Lunch at the Palace Hotel. Departure in the afternoon.
07	Tuesday	Bharatpur Arrival: 0500 hrs Departure: 0845 hrs Agra Arrival: 1030 hrs Departure: 1100 Hrs	You are now in wonderland of birds. Visit the renowned Keoladeo Ghana national park at Bharatpur, once the preserve of the Maharaja of Bharatpur & now a world heritage site. It is home to 300 species of birds, some of which fly in from as far as Siberia & China. After visiting Agra Fort, enjoy sumptuous lunch at a 5-star hotel. From here, arrive at the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. A pristine monument of undying love, it was built by Mughal emperor shah Jehan in the memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal.
08	Wednesday	Delhi Arrival: 0400 hrs	Arrive at Safdarjung Train Station, New Delhi at 0400 hrs the next morning. Breakfast on board Let the pleasant memories of the past week linger on your mind for a long, long time.
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Note: The itinerary is tentative & subject to change without prior notice.

Palace on Wheels-Schedule

7 Nights Palace On Wheels Train Tour Ex. Delhi for 2015 - 2017
September' 2015	02, 09, 16, 23, 30
October' 2015	07, 14, 21, 28
November' 2015	04, 11, 18, 25
December' 2015	02, 09, 16, 23, 30
January ' 2016	06, 13, 20, 27
February ' 2016	03, 10, 17, 24
March ' 2016	02, 09, 16, 23, 30
April ' 2016	06, 13, 20, 27
September' 2016	07, 14, 21, 28
October' 2016	05, 12, 19, 26
November' 2016	02, 09, 16, 23, 30
December' 2016	07, 14, 21, 28
January ' 2017	04, 11, 18, 25
February ' 2017	01, 08, 15, 22
March ' 2017	01, 08, 15, 22,29
April ' 2017	05,12,19,26

Palace on Wheels Tariff - 2015-2016

Tour cost on per person per night basis: -

	October 2015 to March 2016	September 2015 & April 2016
Single Occupancy	USD 800 Per Person Per Night	USD 600 Per Person Per Night
Double Occupancy	USD 600 Per Person Per Night	USD 450 Per Person Per Night
Triple Occupancy	USD 540 Per Person Per Night	USD 410 Per Person Per Night

Kindly Note: -

Please note that Palace on Wheels is operating only on Wednesday.
Half fare for children of 5 years and above but less than 12 years.
10 % of the tariff for the children upto 5 yrs of age
Service Tax @2.58% and Commercial tax @US $ 15 per person extra as applicable.
There will be 10% surcharge levied on the tariff for the trips falling during Christmas (25 December) and New Year.
Due to annual maintenance Palace on Wheels is not operating between May to July every year.

Above tour cost includes:

Travel and accommodation on full board basis i.e. morning tea, breakfast, lunch, evening tea and dinner for 7 nights /8 days basis as per the programme.
All conducted sight seeing tours in deluxe coaches.
Entrance fee for monuments and palaces and cultural entertainment.
All present applicable taxes.

Above Cost does not include:

All Airfares quoted separately.
Personal nature Expenses i.e. Telephone calls, Laundry, soft / hard drinks, tipping etc.
Camera Fee at monuments.
All supplement quoted separately.
Any Porterage services at Apt/ Rly Stn.
Any other item not mentioned above.

Reservation / Cancellation - Terms & Conditions

Reservation
(1) 20% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking.
(2) Remaining 80% of ticket value 65 days prior to departure.

Cancellation
(A) In case of FITs

5% of ticket value 65 days prior to departure.
20% of ticket value 35 days prior to departure.
100% of ticket value between less than 35 days prior to departure.

(B) In case of Group and Charter

10% of ticket value 65 days prior to departure.
100% of ticket value between 0 to 64 days prior to departure.