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DELUXE HERITAGE TRAIN JOURNEY - 10 NIGHTS POST CRUISE ARRIVING KOLKATA

At the turn of the 20th century, during the days of British Raj, erstwhile rulers of India’s princely state and Viceroy of British Empire built stately carriages for their personal use on the vast Indian Rail Network. Today the Palace on Wheels is a restored masterpiece of royal heritage of India. An iconic train with old world charm, offering vintage luxuries to personalized services, this is a must experiece train journey of the world. The trains 7 Night fixed departure program offers a unique blend of Rajasthan and its popular cities, Wildlife safaris to extravagant Palaces. From must see forts of Jaipur and Chittorgarh, to Tigers in jungle terrains. Sunset cruise in lake city Udaipur, Thar desert safari, blue painted medieval town Jodhpur, rickshaw ride in Bharatpur bird sanctuary, to the jewel wonder of the world Taj Mahal. With a total of 23 coaches for total 104 travellrs onboard, each saloon highlights the cultural ethos of the state, represented through the use of furniture, handicrafts, painting and furnishings. Enjoy award winning luxury amenities from fine dine restaurants, bars, to spa recreation centre amongst others. Relive royal life of erstwhile Maharajas/Maharani’s in this seven days sojourn.

 

DAY 1

KOLKATA - DELHI

This morning you will be transferred to Kolkata Airport to catch flight to Delhi. Upon your arrival at Delhi Airport you will be met by our representaitve and transferred for Checkin to your colonial luxury retreat.

Meals: Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight: The Oberoi Maidens, Delhi Heritage Room

DAY 2

OLD & NEW DELHI TOUR

After Breakfast, you will be met by our expert City guide who will take you on a journey thru to India’s renowned capital, influenced by 1850’s British Raj and 1630’s Mughal Empire. We visit India’s largest Mosque Jama Masjid built by Mughal Emperor and the maker of Taj Mahal himself – Emperor ‘Shah Jahan’ in 1644 AD, and showcases finest Islamic style of architecture. Then, we hop-on a Rickshaw Ride Tour exploring real life and buzz of Old City. Ride includes maze-like streets of the iconic Spice Markets - Khari Baoli. Then, Crafters Street Kinari Bazaar, where you will find embroidery items and other treats such as lace, gold/silver work, precious gems, embellishment pieces and wonderful fabrics. Later, we take a stop at Delhi’s authentic street food at Paratha Wali Gali aka The Bread Street. Our rickshaw ride ends at the Mughal residence fort of 1600’s - The Red Fort of Delhi.

We continue tour and drive to Lutyens Delhi for its rich architecture from the colonial-era. We visit father of our nation Mahatma Gandhi Museum Birla House. Next stop at Dilli Haat, where artisans come to sell their wares, from sophisticated fabrics, metal crafts, to leather goods. Then, Ceremonial Boulevard Raj Path to witness Sir Edwin Lutyens finest works from 1920’s British Raj Era including Government Buildings, President and Parliament House from outside and The India Gate Designed by Lutyens in 1921, Next, journey to the City Centre Market Connaught Place.

Meals: Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight: The Oberoi Maidens, Delhi Heritage Room

DAY 3

EXPLORE DELHI

Free morning to independently discover Delhi and its beautiful surrounding. In the Afternoon you will be picked from your hotel and taken to India's finest theatre called 'Kingdom of Dreams' for a Live Bollywood Theatre Show (Duration 2.5 Hrs). Where you will be able to see some of the best talents from the Bollywood Film and Theatre industry.

Meals: Breakfast at Hotel
Overnight: The Oberoi Maidens, Delhi Heritage Room

DAY 4

DELHI ABOARD “PALACE ON WHEELS”

Today in the afternoon after your checkout from the Hotel, our Train manager will meet you in the lobby of your Hotel and transfer you to Delhi Safdurjung Train Station to Check-in.

Meals: Breakfast at Hotel, Dinner onboard
Overnight: Onboard the Palace on Wheels

DAY 5

JAIPUR “PALACE ON WHEELS”

We arrive at the vibrant city of Jaipur. Where we begin our heritage city tour that includes Palace of Winds, Maharaja’s City palace with Observatory and a Clime to Amber Fort.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at local restaurant and Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Palace on Wheels

DAY 6

RANTHAMBHORE “PALACE ON WHEELS”

We arrive in Ranthambhore National Park with an early morning Tiger Safari in a open Jeeps and then we journey through lush green countryside and reach Chittorgarh.

In the afternoon we visit Chittorgarh Fort considered the largest fort of India covering 680 acres. We enjoy spectacular sound and light show at fort, followed by afternoon tea & coffee on site.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Palace on Wheels

DAY 7

UDAIPUR

We arrive in Udaipur famed as venice of east and we begin our heritage city tour by visiting the Royal gardens Sahalio Ki Bari, Maharaja’s City Palace and Crystal Gallery Museum. We end the day with Sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch at Palace hotel and Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Palace on Wheels

DAY 8

JAISALMER

Enjoy Breakfast served onboard, as we arrive to the heart of Thar desert in Jaisalmer. Today we visit the Royal mansions Havelis, Jaisalmer Fort, Jain temple and Gadisar Lake and end the day by enjoying a sunset Desert Safari to Sam with Camel Ride.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Palace Hotel
Overnight: Onboard the Palace on Wheels

DAY 9

JODHPUR

We arrive in the blue washed city Jodhpur where we begin our heritage city tour visiting Mehrangarh Fortress and its Palaces inside and the Royal cenotaph Jaswant Thada.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Palace on Wheels

DAY 10

BHARATPUR - AGRA “PALACE ON WHEELS”

We arrive at Keoladeo Bird Park for rickshaw ride safari and bird sighting and we visit Agra Fort. Next we visit Taj Mahal from inside.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Hotel in Agra
Overnight: Onboard the Palace on Wheels

DAY 11

DELHI TRAIN STATION

We arrive at Delhi Safdarjung train station. Later de-board the train and you will be transferred to Delhi International airport for your onward journey.

Meals: Breakfast

Palace on Wheels

The Palace on Wheels luxury train journey starts and ends in New Delhi. This train is in operation from September to April, and departing every Wednesday for a 7 night journey through Rajasthan. The Palace on Wheels is designed to give you the most out of your trip,with tours to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, wildlife safaris and bird sanctuaries to name a few.

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Rates include

Meet & Greet at Airports & Hotels, 7 nights Accommodation on board Palace on Wheels Train and 2 nights at Hotel in Delhi and 1 night at Hotel in Kolkata in Double/Twin/Single Rooms, all Three meals during Palace on Wheels Train Trip, and only Breakfast in Delhi, Kolkata, all Entrance fees/tickets/permits at monuments.

Rates exclude

Tipping/Gratuities, lunches / Dinner throughout the itinerary, items of personal nature use such as laundry, phone bills, drinks etc. Porterage & tips throughout, still / video camera fees at monuments and parks, Visa & International Air tickets, early check-in and Late check-out at hotels, if not mentioned in the programme, any other item not mentioned in cost includes column.

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