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The Palace On Wheels
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Palace in WheelTouring through India in a week in a train, so regally Indian, can be the most memorable of your touring memories ever. The Palace On Wheels, one of the Indian Railways imperial gift to the tourism industry, is a luxury train that begins in Delhi and serpents its way through the pages of history stopping by the reminiscing destinations. What makes the whole cruise singularly spectacular is the ambience the train posits, a fusion of antique royality and modern amenities - something that can be best called 'a life king-sized'.

Services and Amenities.
» Truly imperial - is what the Palace On Wheels is - with its exquisite array of elegantly furnished cabins, well stocked bar, sumptuous Indian delicacies served in its two dining cars, replete with traditional royal treatment of its guests. You can pass your time admiring its majesty in one of its comfortable lounges with tranquil music on, or take up a book of your choice from its library. You can also make ISD calls in case the touring experience seems too much to contain. A quick peek at the facilities will help.... .

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» Exquisite Rooms - There is a choice of 14 AC deluxe rooms, lavishly embellished with carpeted floor and walls, intricately designed furniture with traditional motifs, intercom, attached toilets, hot and cold water. .

» Royal Coaches - Fourteen majestic coaches, each named after former Rajput States, conjoin to form the regal train. Each saloon has a mini pantry and a dainty lounge to ensure availability of refreshments, no matter what time.

» Feast Your Taste Buds -The train has two delectable restaurants "The Maharaja" and "The Maharani" bathed in Rajasthani ambience and serving scrumptious Continental, Chinese, Indian and Rajasthani cuisines.

» Spirits For The Spirited - The train's bar is a store-house of choicest of sprits of Indian and international origins. .

Tour Map
Delhi - Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Ranthambore - Udaipur - Agra - Delhi. .

The Tour Itinerary.
Day 1: (Wed) : Delhi - Board Palace-On-Wheels Train
The imperial journey begins at the Safdarjung Railway Station in South Delhi. At 16:00 hrs the engines roar to leave and the escapade begins.

Day 2: (Thu) : Jaipur (Palace-On-Wheels train)
Hawa mahalThe train arrives at the 'Pink City', Jaipur at midnight. After an elaborate breakfast, the sightseeing trail begins. The bygone splendour of Mughal and Rajput royality is still prominently present in this Rajasthani capital. The Hawa Mahal or the Palace of the Winds, the 18th century Jantar Mantar, the abode of the royality City Palace, Jaigarh and Amber Forts - all architectural wonders of the past will transport you to a different era. To add to the nostalgia, there awaits a delicious lunch at the luxurious heritage hotel, Rambagh Palace.

At 5 PM, the train once again roars back to life and heads for Jaisalmer.

Day 3: (Fri) : Jaisalmer (Palace-On-Wheels train)
You arrive at Jaisalmer at the crack of dawn. This land is shrouded in antiquity manifest in its legion of ancient sandstone havelis, the Fort, the Gadsisar Sagar Tank with its scenic waterway that snakes through ancient shrines and monumental ruins. Camel safaris through desert sand dunes and tribal villages and a cultural function in the evening will replenish your senses.

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Day 4: (Sat) : Jodhpur (Palace-On-Wheels train)
Brings you to Jodhpur - the walled city of Maharajahs and palaces. The tour encompasses the Mehrangarh Fort with its Moti Mahal and Phool Mahal, the 19th century royal cenopath Jaswant Thada with its thin sheets of white marble that allow the sunrays to filter through and the Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum, to name a few. By about 3:30 PM you depart for Sawai Madhopur .

Day 5: (Sun) : Sawai Madhopur (Palace-On-Wheels train)
Here lies the most cherished attraction of the tour - a trip to the Ranthambore National Park with its abundant bounty of wildlife, especially the famous Royal Bengal Tigers. The Ranthambore Fort stands proud and singular in the heart of this sanctuary. The train then takes you to Chittaurgarh, much fabled for its legacy of brave warriors. The Fort, the Vijay Stambh (Tower of Victory) and the Kirti Stambh (Tower of Fame) are its other attractions.

Day 6: (Mon) : Udaipur (Palace-On-Wheels train)
The train arrives at Udaipur, nicknamed "Venice of the East". The rugged fortresses, charming palaces, sandy terrain, lakes and forested hills brimming with wildlife - all sum up to explain how it earned the aforesaid appellation. Also explore the City Palace and Sahelion ki Bari.

Day 7: (Tue) : Bharatpur - Agra (Palace-On-Wheels train)
You arrive at Agra. Anybody with even a vaguest idea of India will know the attraction the place houses. The Taj Mahal, the insignia of eternal love, in ethereal white marble sanctifies your whole expedition. The afternoon is spent at the Bharatpur Bird sanctuary or the Keoladeo Ghana National Park, home to the world's most exquisite avian metropolis that includes the Siberian Crane.

Day 8:(Wed) : Arrive Delhi (Palace-On-Wheels train)
As if just awoke from a slumber that took you to a distant dreamland, the train trails back to its point on initiation and prepares to ferry another group of dream-chasers into some fantasy world of Kings and palaces.
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Tariff :
Occupancy Type April & September
(per person per night)
Total for 7 Nights
(per person)
Single occupancy US $ 415.00 2905.00
Double occupancy US $ 322.00 2254.00
Triple occupancy US $ 260.00 1820.00
Occupancy Type October - March
(per person per night)
Total for 7 Nights
(per person)
Single occupancy US $ 560.00 3920.00
Double occupancy US $ 419.00 2933.00
Triple occupancy US $ 340.00 2380.00

Terms & Conditions
Half fare for children between 5 and 12 years of age (Age proof of children is to be furnished, which is required at the time of issuance of tickets).

Note:
» 10% Surcharge will be levied on departure at the time of Christmas/New Year.
» @ 3.09% Service Tax will be levied on the tariff of Palace on Wheels.
» At the time of Christmas & New Year, no charter can be booked.
»Tariff Subject to change without notice.

Tour Cost Includes :
Travel / catering / conducted sightseeing / entrance fee at monuments / parks / palaces / cultural programs / camel ride at Jaisalmer / boat ride at Udaipur / rickshaw ride at Bharatpur and for still cameras.

Tour Cost does not Include :
Any fee for video cameras, liquor, laundry and other items of personal nature.

Reservation / Cancellation Rules :
The reservation/cancellation of passengers on the Palace on Wheels may be done as per the following terms & conditions.

Reservation
» 50% of ticket value to be payed when confirming the booking.
» Rest of the 50% of ticket value to be payed 60 days before the departure.

Cancellation
Cancellation must be advised by Fax/E-mail/Letter to us. On cancellation, refund will be made. Certain amount of the ticket value will be deducted as follows.

In case of FITs
» 5% of the Ticket Value if the cancellation request is received before 60 days from the scheduled date of departure.
» 20% of Ticket Value if cancellation request is received within a period of 30-59 days from the scheduled date of departure
»100% of ticket value between less than 30 days prior to departure.

In case of Group and Charter :
» 10% of the Ticket Value if the cancellation request is received 60 days before the scheduled date of departure.
» 100% of the Ticket Value if the cancellation request is received between 0 to 59 days from the scheduled date of departure.

No show/En route termination of tour /amendment : Check-In-Time :
4 PM at Safdarjung Railway Station.

Relevant Information :

Meals
The two restaurant cars, The Maharaja and The Maharani, serve a range of Indian, Continental and Chinese cuisine. Menus are changed seasonally.

Climate
Varies from 8°C to 25°C between October to March.

Clothing Recommended
Light tropical / light woolens.

Other Facilities
Doctor on call at the next station. Money exchange facility/All credit cards accepted. Adequate safety and security arrangements. Complimentary mineral water on board the coach, during sightseeing and at hotels. Assistance for travel arrangements on completion of the tour.



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