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LUXURY TRAINS TOURS IN INDIA:

Redefining Tourism ---------------------------------------------- 

Luxury tours to India are one of the most sought after travel segment. India has emerged as a fast-

growing luxury destination on the world map from the past few years. The variety that India has to

offer in its landscape, culture, traditions, cuisine and in many other things is rarely found in any

other part of the world.

Luxury trains, which offer services that can make the best hotels and airlines in the world pale in

comparison, are the latest craze. The product has long been popular among domestic and inbound

tourists in western countries, and is slowly gaining impetus in India too. The difference between

Luxury Train Tours and a regular journey is that one can experience several tourist spots in one gowithout having the need to pack and unpack everyday and thus without compromising on comfort

and lavishness. Besides the ease and convenience of being spared the chaos of airport transfers, car

to car combat on mottled roads and daily check-in and check-out in hotels, there is an added

comfort of security. It also saves on lot of time (Travel at night and explore new destinations during

the day) thus reducing the overall cost incurred in the tour had you travelled the same destinations

otherwise (taking flight connections or hiring a cab). This concept of luxury train travel offers

wholesome holidays on the package itinerary. This way, the train is not just the mode of

transportation, but also offers a comprehensive travel experiences inclusive of gracious hospitality,

finest accommodation and tastefully crafted itinerary. Such tours are now emerging as the new

visage of extravagance in travel. Discerning Indians seek more relaxed and lavish journeys now-a-

days, and luxury trains are at the pinnacle of this aspiration.

Luxury trains evoke a sense of grandeur and elegance. It’s like going back in time and rediscovering

the romance of graceful travelling. The luxury trains around India are designed to recreate the

panache of a bygone era.

Equipped with state of the art amenities that technology can provide these plush trains are like

moving 5 star hotels in wheels characterized by gourmet dining, bar and lounges, observation car, in

suite bathrooms and nowadays even spa, business centre and Wi-Fi internet facility on board.

And now the interesting part - All meals (some of them being served in best hotels of that city,

mostly in 5 stars), tours, and entrance fees to monuments and cultural sites are included in the price.

All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the regal experience. Travel at night and explore new

destinations during the day..!!

PALACE ON WHEELS (POW):

Palace on Wheels is the first luxury train that started operations in 1982 in India and is most popular

of India's luxury trains. It is rated one of the ten best luxurious train journeys in the world. Once

aboard, you are sure to be transferred to a bygone era of kings, queens and royalty, where

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everything will be so very mesmerizing. It offers a week long luxury train tour across royal

destinations in Rajasthan along with a halt at Agra to visit Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri.

“The Palace on wheel is voted the number four best luxury train in the world and we plan to make it

even better, redefining vintage royalty” says Pramod Sharma, General Manager, Rajasthan TourismDevelopment Corporation (RTDC).

Whereas the original train was composed of the personal carriages of the erstwhile maharajas of

India, cabins of the refurbished Palace on Wheels include the replica carriages of the originals to

accommodate the technological advancement. Each cabin is named after a different clan of the

Rajputana who used to rule the erstwhile princely states of Rajasthan.

The Palace on wheels cabins also feature a host of other highlights such as: 

  All 14 salons named after provinces of Rajasthan such as Alwar, Bharatpur, Bundi,  Jaipur, 

Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, and Udaipur etc.

  Each of the coaches has been done up in extraordinary lavish styles comprising of miniature

paintings, mirror work, furnishings, and upholstery.

  Channel Music system

  Mini Pantry

  Attached bathrooms

  A personal attendant called ‘Khidmatgar’ 

Dining 

Palace on Wheels facilities includes two restaurants with elegant décor and each serving luscious

cuisines for the platter of the guests. Apart of table d’hôte meals included in the Palace on Wheels

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tariff , an eclectic assortment of a la carte menu is also served for the guests. Cuisines which include

European and Indian along with traditional Mewari delicacies are available on board. The

restaurants have been named as:

  Maharaja Restaurant

  Maharani Restaurant

The in-house bar with its authentic ambiance and selection of alcoholic and non- alcoholic beverages

is the best place to visit for some thrill and chill..!! ;)

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Sitting Lounge:

If you wish to relax and unwind, visit the sitting lounge aboard the Palace on Wheels.

Other Facilities on board the Palace on Wheels include:  Luggage Collection

  Welcome Kit on Arrival

  Personal Attendant or Khidmatgar

  Mineral Water

  News Paper/Magazine

  Toiletries

Tour Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days

Places Covered:  Sight-seeing in Delhi,  Sight-seeing in Jaipur,  wildlife life in Ranthambore, 

Chittorgarh, Sight-seeing in Udaipur,  Sight-seeing in Jaisalmer, Sight-seeing in Jodhpur, Wild-life in

Bharatpur, Sight-seeing in Agra , Delhi (return)

Day-wise Program: September 2013 to April 2014

Day 1 - Delhi

Day 2 - Jaipur

Day 3 - Sawai Madhopur/ Chittorgarh/Ranthambore

Day 4 - Udaipur

Day 5 - Jaisalmer

Day 6 - Jodhpur

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Day 7 - Bharatpur/ Agra

Day 8 - Delhi (return)

Schedule:

* Surcharge for Christmas and New Year i.e. 10% on above tariff for 30 December departure.

Tariff:

COST PER PERSON PER NIGHT ON PALACE ON WHEELS Train Tour

Ex. Delhi

Oct 2013 to March

2014 

Sept 2013 & April

2014 

Single Occupancy USD 770 USD 575

Schedule of POW from SEPTEMBER 2013 to APRIL 2014

September 2013 04, 11, 18, 25

October 2013 02, 09, 16, 23, 30

November 2013 06, 13, 20, 27

December 2013 04, 11, 18, 25

January 2014 01, 08, 15, 22, 29

February 2014 05, 12, 19, 26

March 2014 05, 12, 19, 26

April 2014 02, 09, 16, 23, 30

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Twin Occupancy USD 575 USD 430

Triple Occupancy USD 520 USD 390

  Half fare for children between 5 years to 12 years of age.

  Infant to child below 5 years: 10 % of the ticket value will be

applicable.  Service tax will be charged extra as applicable.

  US $ 15 per pax per trip shall be charged against the payment

of commercial taxes in addition to the tariff. 

For Tour Cost inclusions and exclusion and Cancellation Policies, click here. 

For Day to Day detailed itinerary, click here.

For Facilities on Board, click here.

Cherish the memories of the magnificent ride on board this luxury train in India. This royal tour will

ensure you leave with a memory for life time… 

After all, “  There is nothing like a train journey for reflection." - Tahir Shah, In Arabian Nights.