Palace on Wheels Tours

The "PALACE ON WHEELS" is India's best and considered to be among World's most luxuries Train Tours. Journey on "Palace On Wheels" is an unbelievable experience for every one. Through out the Tour, you will be treated like a Maharaja or Royal dignity on board. You can enjoy its ambiance, lavish interiors, royal hospitality, fabulous food & drinks on the Tour. The exclusive "Palace On Wheels" train consists of 14 fully air-conditioned deluxe saloons, which have luxurious cabins. All the cabins are equipped with world class amenities like channel Music, intercom, attached toilets, running hot & cold water shower, wall to wall carpeting and other luxuries to enhance the pleasure of traveling. Along with its deluxe cabins, the train has a well stocked bar, two dining cars and a very professional & personalized service. Even each saloon has personal attendants who are to your beck and call to extend a courteous helping hand, should you need anything. Undoubtly, the one week journey on "Palace On Wheels" is like spending 7 Nights in a fairyland.

The train will take you to all the important places of Rajasthan with Agra (City of Taj) in a short span of just 7 nights. And most importantly, you don't feel tired after the tour as you do not have to change your Hotels again and again in each city and not to spend your valuable time on roads while traveling from one city to another city of Rajasthan. Most of the inter-city travel is done during the nights while you are sleeping in your exclusive deluxe cabin (room) on board. The tour starts every Wednesday from Delhi and ends next Wednesday in Delhi after touring whole of Rajasthan.


Duration : 8 Days & 7 Nights
Destination Covered : Delhi - Jaipur - Chittaurgarh - Udaipur - Sawai Madhopur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Bharatpur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra - Delhi

Day 1 Wednesday - Delhi:- Reporting Time 16.00 hrs. Dep. 18.30 hrs
The journey of a lifetime begins at the Safdarjung Railway station of Delhi where the guests are accorded a warm, traditional welcome before the Palace on Wheels starts for a week-long luxury cruise through fascinating Rajasthan. The train departs at 06:30 pm. Overnight on board.

Palace on Wheels Tours, Travel by Palace on WheelsDay 2 Thursday - Jaipur:- Arrival 02.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs
The first stop of the train 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 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, 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. Overnight on board.

Day 3 Friday - Jaisalmer:- Arrival 08.15 hrs. Departure 23.00 hrs
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. Overnight on board.

Day 4 Saturday - Jodhpur:- Arrival 07.00 hrs. Departure15.30 hrs
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 in 1459 AD 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 royal Palace, 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. Overnight on board.

Day 5 Sunday - Sawai Madhopur:- Arrival 04.00 hrs. Departure 10.30 hrs
One can almost sense a life of the wilderness, as the train arrives in Sawai Madhopur. 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, panther, 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.

Day 5 Sunday - Chittaurgarh:- Arrival 1600 hrs. Departure 0530 hrs
After lunch on board, you are in Chittaurgarh. Images of love and valour; scars of battles lost and won, Chittaurgarh is all this and more. The places of interest in Chittaurgarh are Fort (which is considered the greatest medieval fort and most chivalrous in Mewar history), Vijay Stambh, Kirti Stambh, Padmani Palace, Rana Khumbha Palace (a ruined edifice of great historical and architectural interest, is the most massive monument in the fort of Chittaurh), and some of the ancient Temples. Aftersightseeing, come back to "Palace On wheels". Overnight on board.

Jodhpur FortDay 6 Monday - Udaipur:- Arrival 0730 hrs
Arrive in Udaipur, also known as the "City of lakes" or 'Venice of the East' at 7:30 AM. It was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven away by the Mughals, in 1559 AD. 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, a visit to City Palace is exhilarating. In the evening, visit the crystal gallery. Later proceed to Bharatpur on board Palace on Wheels.

Day 7 Tuesday - Bharatpur:- Arrival 0630hrs. Departure 1145 hrs
Early next morning, the Palace 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 nesting place of thousands of Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds.

Day 7 Tuesday - Agra:- Arrival 1430 hrs Departure 2300 hrs
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 also known for its splendid marble inlay work like the Pietra Dura work on the Taj, leather goods and jewelry. After sightseeing, dinner on board and have a good night's sleep on board.

Day 8 Wednesday - Delhi:- Arrival 0600 hrs
Arrive in New Delhi at 6:00 am and let the pleasant memories of the past week linger on your mind for a long, long time.