Duration : 7Nights/8Days
Duration: 8 Days
This
Tour explores various travel attractions of
Jaipur - Jaisalmer- Jodhpur- Sawai Madhopur-
Chittaurgarh- Udaipur- Agra & Bharatpur.
This tour starts from Delhi & terminates in
Delhi after seven days.
Day 01: Delhi
 Welcome
aboard to the Luxury Train Tour of Palace on
Wheels. The Tour Departs in the evening from
Delhi for Jaipur.
Day 02: Jaipur:
Jaipur is the capital city of one of India's
most colorful and vibrant states, Rajasthan. It
is surrounded on all sides by rugged hills,
crowned with forts & enclosed by embattled
walls. Houses with latticed windows line the
streets, their rose pink color lending
enchantment to the scene which is almost magical
at sunset. Places of Interest include Hawa Mahal
or the Palace of Winds, a remarkable five
storeyed building in pink splendor, the Amber
Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and various
other monuments from medieval times. This town
is also famous for its semi- precious stones,
gems & jewelery, & woolen carpets
Day 03: Jaisalmer:
Founded by Rawal Jaisal in the twelfth century,
Jaisalmer evokes a vivid picture of sheer magic
and brilliance of the desert and is today one of
Rajasthan's best-loved tourist destinations.
Local color and warmth prevail over the
inhospitable and forbidding terrain, imbuing the
medieval town with a special magic. The yellow
sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering
majestically over the city. The nearby shifting
sand dunes of Sam remind you of Sahara Desert.
Day 04: Jodhpur:
Famous for its rock-solid Mehrangarh Fort built
in mid 15th century by Rao Jodha, the founder of
the city, Jodhpur is the second largest city of
Rajasthan. Part of the Desert Tourist Triangle,
the old Jodhpur city is surrounded by a 10 Km
long wall with eight gates serving as entrances
and the new city is settled around this walled
area. Jodhpur houses grand palaces like the Moti
Mahal, Sheesh Mahal and the Phool Mahal. In
these exquisite palaces, forts, temples and
havelis, the genius of its sculptors comes to
life and stand as a testimony to the imperial
grandeur of the city. The Umaid Bhawan Palace
hotel is said to be the biggest private
residence of single individual.
Day 05: Morning: Sawai
Madhopur (Ranthambhor):
Sawai Madhopur plays host to the Ranthambor
wildlife sanctuary that houses the Indian tiger.
It is the best place to see these majestic
predators in their normal pursuits. The park is
also home to 300 species of birds and hyena,
ratel, jackal and fox among other species. There
are Lake Palaces, chhatris, old fortifications
and a majestic 1,000-year-old fort overlooking
the park. The lovely Jogi Mahal is located at
the foot of the fort and gives magnificent view
of the Padam Talao, painted white with water
lilies.
Day 05: Evening:
Chittorgarh:
Chittaurgarh owes its name to the women of the
city who performed 'jauhar' or immolated
themselves to escape the designs of foreign
conquerors. Legends of valor and chivalry
surround the majestic Chittaurgarh fort.
Day 06: Udaipur:
Udaipur is better known as the 'city of lakes'.
One of the most romantic places in India, it is
situated around the shimmering clear blue water
lakes, which whisper the mood of a bygone era.
The two most famous lakes are Pichola and Udai
Sagar. The city also has beautiful palaces, the
Jag Niwas (Lake Palace), and the Jag Mandir,
which appears to rise as if from the blue waters
of the lake Pichola. Udaipur is also famous for
its miniature paintings.
Day 07: Morning: Agra:
Meaning paradise in Sanskrit, Agra is a place
made famous by the Taj Mahal, a moment that has
come to epitomes love. Built by Shah Jahan in
memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, it is one of
the most visited and photographed sights in the
world. Also famous for its marble showrooms.
Day 07: Afternoon:
Bharatpur:
Bharatpur is famous for its bird sanctuary, the
nesting place for thousands of Egrets, Siberian
cranes, migratory water Fowl and other species
of birds.
 Day
08: Delhi:
After early breakfast, a week in wonderland
comes to an end.
Feel like the royalty on board the Palace on
Wheels - a completely self-train. Fully
air-conditioned, the train comprises of 14
deluxe saloons, equipped with class amenities to
enhance the pleasure of travelling. Each saloon
is a combination of 4 twin-bedded chambers with
channel music, intercom, attached toilets,
running hot & cold water, shower and wall to
wall carpeting. The lounge car recaptures the
royal style, pomp & pageantry, the quality of
the era gone by. The two dining cars-the
Maharaja and the Maharani have a traditional
Rajasthani ambience serving continental, Indian
and Rajasthani cuisine. The coaches are named
after the erstwhile princely states: Alwar,
Bharatpur, Bikaner, Bundi, Dhaulpur, Dungarpur,
Jaipur, Kishangarh, Kota, Sirohi and Udaipur.
What's more, each saloon has personal attendants
or 'Khidmatgars', who are at your call whenever
you need anything.
OTHER FACILITIES: Doctor on
call at the next station. Money exchange
facility/ credit cards. Adequate safety and
security arrangements. Complimentary mineral
water on board/ in the coach during sightseeing/
and at hotels. Assistance for travel
arrangements on completion of the tour. Voltage
available on the train 110/230 V.
CLOTHING RECOMMENDED:
Light woolens and tropical clothing.
CLIMATE:
Varies from 8 C to 25 C between September to
March & in April around 30 C.
MEALS The
two restaurant cars, the Maharaja and the
Maharani, serve a range of Indian, Continental
and Chinese cuisine. Menus are changed
seasonally.
REPORTING TIME:
Reporting time is 7 PM at Delhi Cantt.
Railway Station.
Schedule:
Palace on Wheels Schedule for the
year 2003 - 2004
|
Month
|
Departure Dates |
|
September 2003* |
3, 10, 17, 24 |
|
October 2003 |
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
|
November 2003 |
5, 12, 19, 26 |
|
December 2003 |
3, 10, 17, 24**
31** |
|
January 2004 |
7, 14, 21, 28 |
|
February 2004 |
4,
11, 18, 25 |
|
March 2004 |
3,
10, 17, 24, 31 |
|
April 2004* |
7,
14, 21, 28 |
>
Child below 5 years of age free of charge (without
additional bed).
> Half price for child between 5 and 12 years old.
> Kindly fill up the Reservation Form so as we can
cater your specific requirement.
> Palace on wheel tour can be taken in part also
for a minimum of four days.
> The itinerary is subject to change without any
notice.
* Special Rates for April 2002, September 2002 &
April 2003.
** 10% surcharge for Christmas & New Year
departure.
Tariff:
|
Cost Per
Person Per Night (In US $) |
| |
September & April |
October to March
|
|
Single occupancy |
US $ 395 |
US $ 485 |
|
Two Persons Sharing Coupe |
US $ 295 |
US $ 350 |
|
Three Persons Sharing Coupe |
US
$ 240 |
US $ 285 |
> Indian
passengers can pay in equivalent amount in
Rupee.
Cost Includes:
> Tariff is
inclusive of travel, catering, conducted
sightseeing.
> Entrance
fee to the monuments, parks, palaces.
> Cultural
programmes
> Rickshaw
ride and Elephant ride in Jaipur, camel ride in
Jaisalmer, boat cruise on Lake Pichola in
Udaipur and Jeep Safari to the wild life park in
Sawai Madhopur.
> Surprise
gifts for bookings till April 30, 2002.
> Still
cameras fees to the monuments.
Cost Does Not Include:
> Video
camera fees to the monuments.
> Personal
expenses such as drinks, tipping, airport tax
and laundry.
> Visa fees
or International flight tickets and insurance
> Any other
items of personal nature
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