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 Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Sawai Madhopur - Chittorgarh-Udaipur - Bharatpur - Agra - Delhi
The itinerary of Palace on Wheels includes 7 Nights/8 Days of an unforgettable lifetime journey, covering some of the most fascinating tourist destinations of India. The train takes you to colorful cities, magnificent forts and palaces, wildlife sanctuaries of Rajasthan and last but not least to the Taj Mahal at Agra. The train starts its fabulous journey from Delhi Safdarjung Railway station on every Wednesday (September-April).
Day 01 - Wednesday - Delhi
On arrival at Delhi Safdarjung Railway station , the guests are accorded a warm and traditional welcome and you start the momentous journey on the Palace on Wheels. The train departs at 17.45 hrs for Jaipur. Enjoy a delicious dinner onboard at 20.00 hrs. Overnight will be onboard the train.
 Day 02 - Thursday - Jaipur
Arrival: 02.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs
On your arrival at Jaipur- the pink city of India- you are greeted by colorfully decorated Elephants and a Shehnai recitation. Enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of Jaipur. You will visit the Hawa Mahal- the palace of winds - followed by the visit of magnificent Amber Fort. Enjoy an elephant ride at the Fort. Thereafter, you can enjoy shopping for Jaipur's famous jewelry, handicrafts, carpets blue pottery and textiles.
After lunch at the famous Rambagh Palace Hotel, visit Jantar Mantar (the largest observatory built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh) and the City Palace. Return back to the Palace on Wheels around 18.30hrs and we start for Jaisalmer. Enjoy dinner onboard the train.
Day 03 - Friday - Jaisalmer
Arrival: 08.15 hrs. Departure 23.00 hrs
Famous as 'the Golden City of India', Jaisalmer is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Rajasthan. The city is famous for its golden fort and beautiful havelis (mansions). Visit the famous Patwon ki haveli, Nathmalji ki haveli and Salim Singh ki haveli. Thereafter, shop at Rajasthali- the only emporium of Rajasthan Govt. offering fine pattu shawls, mirror work & embroidered articles, wooden boxes, trinkets, silver jewelry and curios.
After lunch onboard, enjoy an exciting camel ride on the sand dunes of Sam. Dinner on the sand dunes under the moonlit sky is another highlight of your visit. Thereafter, enjoy a colorful cultural program at a hotel in Jaisalmer. Later, return back to the Palace on Wheels to start for Jodhpur.
Day 04 - Saturday - Jodhpur
Arrival: 07.00 hrs. Departure 15.30 hrs
In the morning, the Palace on Wheels arrives in Jodhpur- the second largest city of Rajasthan fortified by a high stonewall with seven gates and several fortresses. Visit the famous Mehrangarh Fort, Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana. Then, enjoy your lunch at the majestic Umaid Bhawan Palace. Return to the Palace on Wheels, and we start for Sawai Madhopur.
Day 05 - Sunday - Sawai Madhopur
Arrival: 04.00 hrs.
Departure: 10.30 Hrs
Sawai Madhopur is famous for its proximity to the Ranthambore National Park- one of the most famous National Parks and Tiger Reserves of India. Enjoy a jeep safari to explore the flora and fauna of the Park. Enjoy tracking tigers, chital, deer, monkeys and a wide variety of exotic and colorful birds. Also visit the 10th century Ranthambore Fort. Thereafter you return to the Palace on Wheels and we start for Chittorgarh.
Day 05 - Sunday - Chittorgarh
Arrival: 16.00 Hrs
Chittorgarh -the legendary city of Rajasthan- is famous 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 land. Other attractions worth visiting in the Fort include Vijay Stambh (Tower of Victory) and the Kirti Stambh (Tower of Fame). Overnight stay onboard the train.
Day 06 -Monday - Udaipur
Departure: 20.00 hrs. from Chittorgarh
In the morning, a luxury coach takes you to Udaipur- famous as the city of lakes. Enjoy a memorable tour of the palaces, forts and temples at Udaipur. Visit the two most beautiful landmarks of Udaipur- the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) and the Jag Mandir, which appear to rise from the blue waters of Lake Pichola. Enjoy lunch at the Lake Palace Hotel. The luxury coach then takes you back to the Palace on Wheels at Chittorgarh. Board the train at Chittorgarh and we start for Bharatpur.
Day 07 - Tuesday - Bharatpur
Arrival: 06.30 hrs. Departure: 11.45 hrs
The Palace on Wheels arrives at Bharatpur early in the morning. After breakfast, visit the world famous Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park. Enjoy spotting numerous colorful varieties of birds including the Siberian Cranes- the migratory birds coming to the Park from Siberia 5,000 Km away during winters.
Day 07 - Tuesday - Agra
Arrival: 14.30 hrs. Departure: 23.00 hrs.
On way to Agra, Visit Fatehpur Sikri - the 16th century historical town, built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. See the Buland Darwaza- the largest gateway in the world, the Jama mosque and the tomb of Sheikh Salim Chisti, a famous Sufi saint of India.
On arrival at Agra, enjoy lunch at a hotel. Thereafter, visit the magnificent Red Fort also known as the Agra Fort. After visiting the Fort, Visit the world famous Taj Mahal - the most amazing and beautiful historical monument in the world. The Taj Mahal was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan, as a symbol of love, in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. Enjoy dinner on board the train and start for Delhi.
Day 08 - Wednesday - Delhi
Arrival - 06.00 hrs
The Palace on Wheels arrives at Delhi Safdarjung Railway station early in the morning. Enjoy your breakfast on board the train and leave the train with sweet memories of the past week. And here your unforgettable journey comes to its conclusion.
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