Palace On Wheels
luxurious and lavishly decorated trains
The most popular train amongst the foreign tourists is the Palace on Wheels and it stands apart with its extreme luxurious facilities and services. As the name implies, the train reminds of the royal grandeur with its air conditioned and elegantly decorated cabins, multi cuisine restaurant, well stocked bar and library. The prompt and graceful services of the train staffs make your stay and journey by Palace on Wheels a real pleasure. A week long journey through the royal cities of Rajasthan by this imperial train blends the heritage of Rajasthan with the excitement of wildlife tour, leaving you craving for more.
History
Welcome aboard the new broad gauge Palace On Wheels and get carried away into the opulent world of maharajas, magnificent palaces and imposing forts. The elegant interiors of this luxury train along with delectable cuisine and personalized service, all exude an exclusive charm. Every saloon has its own personal 'Khidmatgar' or attendant attired in ethnic Rajasthani costume who ensures your journey is comfortable and enjoyable. Fully air-conditioned, the 14 deluxe saloons are equipped with excellent amenities like channel music and intercom which enhance the pleasure of traveling. Each saloon is a combination of 4 twin bedded chambers with attached toilets running cold & hot water and shower facilities.
Colorfully attired men and women garland the guests and accord a ceremonial welcome at the Delhi Cantonment Railway Station from where the journey starts. For the next seven days, the guests live in regal splendor as the train winds its way to the Pink City of Jaipur, historical Chittorgarh and Lake City Udaipur, fascinating Sawai Madhopur, magical desert cities Jaisalmer and Jodhpur, Bharatpur and Agra, the charming city of the Taj Mahal. The journey of a lifetime begins as the Palace on Wheels pulls gently out of Delhi into the fascinating world of Rajasthan.
The very mention of Rajasthan evokes of Maharajas, palace, forts, deserts, camels and people in brightly colored attire. It is through such a landscape that the Palace on Wheels, one of ten most luxurious trains of the world, winds its way on its week - long journey. The fourteen deluxe saloons, equipped with all modern - day amenities is tastefully decorated and offers a once - in - lifetime experience of living in royal splendor..
Destinations Covered
Palace on Wheels takes you on an amazing seven-day journey of the majestic state of Rajasthan, starting from Delhi. The cities covered during the journey include 'Pink City' of Jaipur; Jaisalmer; 'Sun City' of Jodhpur; Ranthambore and Udaipur or 'Venice of the East'. In the last leg of its journey, Palace on Wheels takes you on a tour of the red city of Fatehpur Sikri and Agra or "City of the Taj'. Be a part of this luxury safari and we promise you that you will feel like royalty yourself. The grandeur of a journey on Palace on Wheels is bound to remain etched in your memory forever.