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'Journey To Witness The Kingdom Of The State'
Most memorable journey with a royal treatment and mannerism,
a great experience on the wheels. The train "Palace On
Wheels" ranked one of the best train in the world.
It has 14 air-conditioned saloons (coaches), embellished
with intricate décor, all saloon is named after former
Rajput states. Each saloon is having 4 coupes with 2 beds,
channel music, carpeted, with attached bath and mini pantry
which serves hot and cold beverages, a beautiful lounge
attached with well stocked bar, 2 elegant restaurants
offering delicious Indian & continental food of your choice.
A mobile palace that takes you to other palaces. |
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| The Palace On Wheels Programme |
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Time Schedule |
Programme |
| 01-Wednesday |
16:00 hrs. |
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. |
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18:30 hrs |
Depature
for Jaipur |
| 02-Thursday |
02:00
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Jaipur
(Arr.)
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, was founded by Maharaja Swai Jai Singh II,
in1727 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 storeyed building along 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, eight kms. away,
where rides on caparisoned elephants add to the ambiance.
Shop for Jaipur’s famous jewellery, handicrafts, carpets
blue pottery and textiles. Near Ajmeri Gate is located
Rajasthali - the only Rajasthan Govt. Emporium selling
genuine handicrafts at fixed prices.
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. |
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19.30 hrs. |
Depart for
Jaisalmer |
| 03-Friday |
08.15
hrs. |
Jaisalmer
(Arr.)
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.
Shop at Rajasthali-the only Rajasthan Govt. emporium,
for fine pattu shawls, mirror work & 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 programmes at a hotel
in Jaisalmer.
The train leaves for Jodhpur at night. |
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23.00 hrs. |
Depart for
Jodhpur |
| 04-Saturday |
07.00
hrs. |
Jodhpur
(Arr.)
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. |
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15.30 hrs. |
Depart for
Ranthambhor |
| 05-Sunday |
04:00
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Sawai
Madhopur (Arr.)
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. 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, 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. |
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10.30 hrs. |
Depart for
Chittaurgarh |
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05-Sunday |
16:00 |
Chittaurgarh (Arr.)
After lunch on board you are in Chittaurgarh. Images
of love and valour; scars of battles lost and won….thrice-beseiged,
Chittaurgarh Fort is all this and more. Moving legends
of honour and pride will echo in your mind as you proceed
to Udaipur. |
| 06-Monday |
20:00 hrs.
(from Chittaurgarh) |
Udaipur
(Arr.)
Arrive in Udaipur, the Lake City. 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.
The luxury coach then takes you back to the Palace on
Wheels at Chittaurgarh, thus winding up a day full of
delights. |
| 07-Tuesday |
06.30 hrs. |
Bharatpur (Arr.)
Early next morning, the Palace-On-Wheels 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 nestling place for
thousands of Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water
Fowl and other species of birds. |
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11:45 hrs. |
Departure
for Agra |
| 07-Tuesday
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14.30
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Agra (Arr.)
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. |
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23.00 hrs. |
Depart for
Delhi. |
| 08-Wednesday |
06.00 hrs. |
Delhi
(Arr.)
Arrive as early as 0600 hrs in Delhi
Cantonment Railway Station. After farewell breakfast
onboard, its back to reality with only royal memories
to cherish for a lifetime. |
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| Tariff for Palace On Wheels
(Per person per Night) |
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| Type |
Jan' 2007 to Mar' 2007 |
Apr' 2007 |
| Single Occupancy |
US $ 485 |
US $ 395 |
| Double Occupancy |
US $ 700 |
US $ 590 |
| Triple Occupancy |
US $ 855 |
US $ 720 |
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Cost Per Day-Full tour is for 7 Nights
Rate Valid From Sept. 2007 to April 2008 |
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Oct. 2007 to Mar' 2008 |
Sept. 2007 to Apr' 2008 |
| Single Occupancy |
US $ 535 |
US $ 395 |
| Double Occupancy |
US $ 770 |
US $ 590 |
| Triple Occupancy |
US $ 945 |
US $ 720 |
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| Train Departures |
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Every Wednesday Afternoon from Delhi Cantonment
Railway Station.
Table of departure dates: |
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Month & Year |
Date of departure - Every Wednesday |
| September 2007 |
05,12, 19, 26 |
| October 2007 |
03,10,17, 24, 31 |
| November 2007 |
07,14,21, 28 |
| December 2007 |
05,12, 19, 26 |
| January 2008 |
02,09,16, 23,30 |
| February 2008 |
06,13,20, 27 |
| March 2008 |
05,12,19, 26 |
| April 2008 |
02,09,16, 23,30 |
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*10% Extra surcharge
is applicable for departure on New Year and Christmas Day.
Note:-Special discounts are available for travel in the months
of April & September.
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Terms & Conditions:
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Children below 5 to 12
years charged 50 percent of the tariff |
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Valid up to April 2007. |
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Indian passengers can
pay in rupees (equivalent amount) at the exchange rate
prevalent at the time of payment. |
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Tariff is inclusive of
travel, full catering (morning tea, breakfast, lunch,
evening tea and dinner), conducted sightseeing tour by
deluxe coaches, entrance fee and camera charges at monument
and palaces, cultural programs, elephant and camel rides,
boating to and fro lake palace hotel at Udaipur & rickshaw
rides. |
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Complimentary one bottle
of mineral water per person per day on board. |
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Tariff does not include
liquor, beverages, laundry, video camera charges at monuments
and other items of personal nature on board or out side. |
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Alteration in itinerary
can be made without prior notice due to unavoidable circumstances. |
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Laundry service is available
at Jaipur & Jodhpur. |
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Foreign exchange facility
is available at hotel counters. |
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Palace on wheels recommends
shopping at state handicrafts emporium only. |
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If the group consist
of over 50 persons the excursion is divided into two batches.
One group follows the normal order of sightseeing while
the other covers it in reverse order |
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Check-in
Confirmed schedule and detailed itinerary will be supplied
with your tickets. Please check-in at least 30 minutes
before departure.
Exclusive charters
Why not charter the palace on wheels? Many companies choose
these luxurious settings to hold conferences. Celebrate
success or simply say ‘thank you’. Whatever the occasion
there could not be a more dignified way to celebrate than
on the Palace On Wheels |
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