Palace on Wheels
07 Nights / 08 Days
Destinations : Delhi - Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Sawai Madhopur - Udaipur - Bharatpur - Agra - Delhi
Packages Includes :
- Hotels
- Flight
- Transport
- All Meals
- Sightseeing
Palace on Wheels – Embark on a journey aboard luxury. Start from the capital city of Delhi and head to royal Jaipur for a view of forts, palaces and UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Amber fort. Take a jungle safari to Ranthambore Tiger Reserve and spot wildlife in all its glory. Proceed for an excursion of the Chittorgarh hill fort, the largest fort of India. Head to the city of lakes, Udaipur, and relax in luxurious boat rides. Cycle around Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary as you spot exotic bird species. Cap all of this with a visit to the iconic Taj mahal and marvel at the architectural seventh wonder of the world.
Your lifetime journey on the Palace on Wheels starts from the Delhi Cant. Railway Station at 17.45 hrs, where the guests are accorded with a warm, traditional welcome. Dinner is served onboard at 20.00 hrs and you are on the way to Jaipur.
Arrival: 02.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs
Elephants and a Shehnai recitation greet you at your arrival at the pink city of Jaipur. You have your lunch at famous Rambagh Palace Hotel. In Jaipur you visit Hawa Mahal, the Jantar Mantar (the largest observatory built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh), Nahargarh fort, Amber fort and many more places. You return back to Palace on Wheels around 18.30hrs where the dinner awaits you onboard.
Arrival: 08.15 hrs. Departure 23.00 hrs
Jaisalmer is one of the popular tourist destinations of Rajasthan. The city is famous for its golden fort made of yellow sandstones. The Patwon ki haveli and Nathmalji ki haveli are the finest examples of the sculptor’s skills. The sand dunes outside Jaisalmer provide you an excellent place for a camel ride. After lunch on board you can enjoy a camel safari in the sand dunes. Dinner on the sand dunes under the moonlit sky is another highlight of your visit. You can enjoy the cultural programs at a hotel in Jaisalmer and then return to the Palace on Wheels and the train then leaves for Jodhpur at night.
Arrival: 07.00 hrs. Departure 15.30 hrs
Next morning the Palace on Wheels reaches Jodhpur, the second largest city of Rajasthan fortified by a high stonewall with seven gates and several fortresses. The famous tourist spots here include Mehrangarh Fort, Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana. You have your lunch at the majestic Umaid Bhawan Palace and return to the Palace on Wheels.
Arrival: 04.00 hrs. Departure: 10.30 Hrs
Sawai Madhopur is famous for Ranthambore National Park, one of the most famous national parks of India. Here you can enjoy a safari ride to explore a variety of wildlife including tigers, chital, deer, monkeys and many more like them. Another not to be missed tourist attraction here is Ranthambore Fort. After that you return to the Palace on Wheels and leave for Chittorgarh.
Arrival Chittorgarh: 15.30 Hrs
Chittorgarh is known as the city of bravery and romance. The 7th century Chittorgarh Fort, has witnessed many wars fought over to protect the dignity and respect of the beautiful queen, Padmini. Other attractions here include Vijay Stambh (Tower of Victory) and the Kirti Stambh (Tower of Fame). After visiting Chittorgarh, you start your journey for Udaipur.
Arrival: 15.30 hrs
You reach Udaipur, the city of lakes next day and take a tour to the palaces, forts and temples of Udaipur. You also visit the most beautiful sites of Udaipur, the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) and the Jag Mandir, which appear to rise from the blue waters of Lake Pichola. After that you have lunch at the Lake Palace Hotel.
Arrival: 06.30 hrs. Departure 11.45 hrs
The Palace on Wheels arrives in Bharatpur in the early hours of the day. After breakfast, you are set to visit the world famous Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary also famous as Keoladeo Ghana National Park. You can see here many varieties of birds including the rare migratory birds like Siberian cranes.
Arrival – 14.30 Hrs
The same day you arrive at Fatehpur Sikri here you can visit a mosque built by the Mughal emperor Akbar, dedicated to Sheikh Salim Chishti, a Muslim Sufi saint. After that you have lunch at a hotel in Agra and visit the wonderful Taj Mahal, constructed by Shah Jahan, as a symbol of love for his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Arrival – 06.00 hrs
You have your dinner on board get set to return to Delhi. The luxury train arrives at Delhi Cantt Railway station the next morning. You have your breakfast on board the train. And here your unforgettable journey comes to its conclusion.
50% of tariff for children between 5 years and 12 years of age.
Service tax @2.58% and commerical tax US$ 15 per person extra as applicable.
10% of tariff for infant upto 5 years of age.
There will be a 10% surcharge levied on the tariff for the trips falling during Christmas and New Year.
Tariff is inclusive of cost of travel and accommodation, catering (morning tea, breakfast, lunch, evening tea and dinner), conducted sightseeing tours in deluxe coaches, entrance fee for monuments and palaces and cultural entertainment.
Booking Policy:
a) In case of FITs:-
20% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking.
Remaining 80% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure of the tour.
b) In case of Group and Charter:-
50% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking.
Remaining 50% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure of the tour.
Cancellation Policy:
a) In case of FITs:-
5% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.
20% of ticket value between 30 to 59 days prior to departure.
100% of ticket value less than 30 days prior to departure.
b) In case of Group and Charter:-
10% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.
100% of ticket value between 0 to 59 days prior to departure.
No show/ En route termination of tour/amendment:
No Show – In case of No Show / Non-arrival of the guest, no refund or adjustment in future travel will be possible. The whole amount shall be treated as forfeited.
En route termination of tour – In case of termination of tour by the guest, for any reasons, no refund or adjustment for future travel will be possible. The amount for unused portion of the tour shall be treated as forfeited.
Amendment – Is only possible under the circumstances like Natural Disaster / Natural Calamity or Serious Health Problem’s (this needs to be supported by doctor’s certificate) and is subject to availability. No refunds are possible and every case be decided on merits on a case to case basis.