Palace on wheels offers a wonderful opportunity to tour the exotic locations of Rajasthan that too in luxury and style. The Palace on wheels is one of the finest luxury trains in the world. The luxury train starts its journey from Delhi and wind through various destinations in Rajasthan before entering into Agra-the City of the Taj Mahal.
Day 01: Delhi Cant- Jaipur (Wednesday)
The train leaves the Railway Station at New Delhi Cantonment every Wednesday at 1830 hrs. Reporting time is 1600 hrs. Night will be spent on board Palace on wheels.
Day 02: Jaipur- Jaisalmer (Thursday; Arrival 0200 hrs. Departure 1930 hrs.)
After arriving in Jaipur, you are given a royal welcome. Jaipur is the first planned city in India, which was found by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1727. Jaipur is also known as the Pink City and is the capital of Rajasthan. You explore the city in an air-conditioned coach that takes you to the Forts and Palaces and many other nearby places. This is followed by a visit to Amber Fort, which is 8 km away from the Pink City. You can also visit the busy markets of Jaipur. After lunch at a Palace Hotel, you are off to the City Palace, home of the royal family and Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory built by Sawai Jai Singh II. The coach takes you back to the Palace on wheels Train around 1830 hrs. Dinner will be on Board. Leave for Jaisalmer.
Day 03 - Jaisalmer (Friday; Arrival 0815 hrs. Departure 2300 hrs.)
Jaisalmer lies in the heart of Thar Desert. Rawal Jaisal found it in 1156 A.D. After breakfast proceed for sightseeing of the city. You visit the fort and beautifully designed havelis. The Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli, and Salim Singh-ki-haveli are fine examples of the architectural skills of artisans of that time. A shopping tour follows. After lunch on board, proceed for an exciting camel ride on the sand dunes. Enjoy the dinner and cultural programs at a hotel in Jaisalmer before leaving for Jodhpur aboard Palace on wheels at night.
Day 04 - Jodhpur (Saturday; Arrival 0700 hrs. Departure 1530 hrs)
Arrive Jodhpur in the morning. Rao Jodha founded the city in 1459 AD. You head on a sightseeing tour visiting the majestic Mehrangarh Fort and the grand palaces within. Later proceed to visit Jaswant Thada and a group of royal cenotaphs made of white marble. After lunch at a Palace hotel, return to the Palace on wheels Train to continue the journey.
Day 05 - Sawai Madhopur (Sunday; Arrival 0400 hrs. Departure 1030 hrs)
Before the town comes to life you arrive in Sawai Madhopur, the base to visit Ranthambore National Park. The town is named after Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I who found it. After breakfast, proceed to visit the Ranthambore National Park. You take a wildlife safari to the park and also visit the ruins of Ranthambore fort in the park. Later return to the Palace on wheels and leave for Chittorgarh.
Day 05 - Chittorgarh (Sunday; Arrival 1600 hrs)
After lunch on board you arrive in Chittorgarh. You visit the Chittorgarh Fort and other monuments. Night will be spent in Chittorgarh.
Day 06 – Chittorgarh - Udaipur - Chittorgarh (Monday; Departure 2000 hrs.)
In the morning the luxury coach takes you to Udaipur. Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar was the founder of Udaipur. You proceed on a sightseeing tour of tourist places in Udaipur. After lunch at Lake Palace Hotel, proceed to visit the City Palace, museum and Jag Mandir. Later the luxury coach then takes you back to the Palace on wheels at Chittaurgarh.
Day 07 - Bharatpur (Tuesday; Arrival 0630 hrs. Departure 900 hrs)
Arrive Bharatpur early in the morning. After breakfast proceed to visit the world famous Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. The sanctuary is home to a large number of species of birds. Every year during winter, many migratory birds come here. Later departure for Agra.
Day 07 - Agra (Tuesday; Arrival 1430 hrs. Departure 2100 hrs)
Upon arriving Agra, proceed to visit Fatehpur Sikri, the ghost city where Akbar built his capital. The city has various palatial complexes, a mosque, and the shrine of Salim Chisti. Later return to Agra, have lunch, and proceed to visit the Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is the most beautiful monument in India. Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal built it. Agra is also known for its splendid marble inlay work like the Pietra Dura work on the Taj, leather goods and jewellery. You take a stroll down the markets before boarding the Palace on wheels Train for onwards journey to Delhi.
Day 08 - Delhi Cant (Wednesday; Arrival 0600 hrs)
Arrive Delhi Cant in the morning.
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