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The Palace on Wheels

  • Train : Palace on Wheels
  • Duration : Upto 10 days
The Palace on Wheels
The Palace on Wheels
The Palace on Wheels

Journey Highlights

  • Traditional Welcome Ceremony at Safdarjung Railway Station, Delhi
  • Elephant ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur
  • Exclusive Jeep safari at Ranthambore National Park
  • Explore the magnificent Chittorgarh Fort
  • Enjoy the Boat ride on Lake Pichola, Udaipur
  • Enjoy Camel safari at Sam sand dunes, Jaisalmer
  • Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur
  • Bird watching in the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Site, Taj Mahal & Agra Fort

  • Overview
  • Journey Dates
  • Inclusions & Exclusions
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Pricing

The Palace on Wheels presents an opportunity to discover some of India’s most breathtaking sights in a royal style. This grand ride will take you through Rajasthan which is known as the land of the Rajputs and boasts of a glorious past and a rich heritage. Step aboard this imperial journey which will take you into the past through marvelous monuments, towns, forts, palaces and havelis. Experience the jungles of the erstwhile Maharajas and enchantment of the deserts which will make you feel like royalty. The train is a blend of the traditional and modern. The art décor expresses the sovereign past of the royal state whereas the ultra-modern amenities are marked by contemporary affluence and zeal. Engraved furniture, impressive paintings and classy handicrafts take you to the awe-inspiring past of the land of the Kings. The Palace on Wheels comprises of 14 charmingly appointed coaches with rich furnishings and modern facilities. 

 The train travels mostly during the day while nights are spent at calm sidings.

 Accommodation

The train has 14 air-conditioned carriages, each with 4 compartments with two lower beds and all 14 salons are named after the regions of Rajasthan such as Alwar, Bharatpur, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, and Udaipur etc. Each of the coaches has been done up in an amazingly sumptuous style encompassing miniature paintings, mirror work, furnishings, and upholstery. Each compartment also has Channel Music system, a Mini Pantry, attached bathrooms and a personal attendant called a ‘Khidmatgar’. Curtains and bedspreads in the cabins are made of silk. Each sleeping car has a lounge at one end. 

Dining 

Palace on Wheels has two restaurants, suitably named Maharaja and Maharani, with elegant décor and each serving both Continental and Indian cuisine. Apart from the table d’hôte meals, the guests can also indulge themselves in a diverse assortment of a la carte menu. The in house bar with its authentic ambiance and selection of alcoholic and non- alcoholic beverages is a part of the on-board experience. The train also has a lounge to loosen up and chill out after a long day of sightseeing.

Train Departure Schedule

  • 2024 : July - September , October - December
  • 2025 : January - March , April - June

Places Covered

Delhi, Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Jaiselmer, Jodhpur, Bharatpur, Agra

Departure Dates-2024-2025

Month

Dates

Sep-24

04, 11,25

Oct-24

02, 09, 16, 23, 30 

Nov-24

06, 13, 20, 27

Dec-24

4, 11, 18, 25

Jan-25

1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Feb-25

5, 12, 19, 26

Mar-25

5, 12, 19, 26

Apr-25

2, 9, 16, 23, 29

Inclusions

  • Cost of travel, accommodation, all meals, sightseeing tours, entrance fee (excluding video camera fee) for monuments & palaces, entertainment, camel ride at Jaisalmer (Sam Sand Dunes), Jeep Safari at Ranthmabhore, boat ride at Udaipur (Lake Pichola) and rickshaw ride at Bharatpur bird sanctuary.
  • Jeep Safari on sharing basis at Ranthambore National Park.
  • The safari in Ranthambhore will be provided on sharing basis.
Special Note : Guest travelling in super Deluxe cabin & Presidential suite the sightseeing and excursions will be provided by exclusive car and English speaking guide services during the journey.

Exclusions

  • Consumption of alcoholic & non alcoholic beverages
  • Video camera fees at monuments & wild-life reserves
  • Laundry; Use of Spa facilities; tips & gratuity; porter fees; tour insurance & all other expenses of personal nature.
  • Visa arrangements for India; hotel arrangements & local tour in New Delhi.

Booking Policy :
  • 25% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking.
  • Remaining 75% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure date.
Cancellation Policy :
  • 10% of ticket value shall be deducted on cancellation between 120 to 90 days before the travel date.
  • 25% of ticket value shall be deducted on cancellation between 89 to 60 days before the travel date.
  • 50% of the ticket value shall be deducted on cancellation around 59 to 30days before the travel date.
  • No refund shall be admissible in case the booking is cancelled within 29 days before the departure date.
  • On cancellation of booking Suo-moto by Operator 100% of the fund deposited (without any kind of charges/claims) will be refunded.
  • However, Operator will not be liable for any refund or compensation for any services such as pre/post accommodation, airline tickets, and excursions etc. that have been booked by the guest and/or their Travel Agent.
  • Operator, under information to RTDC reserves the right to cancel the tour/trips at any given point of time to whatsoever reasons, 100% of received amount will be refunded in such cases.
  • Operator will review and apprise the agents of such instances 60days prior to departure in case of low occupancy.
  • Operator has the right to decide the same between 45 days to 30 days of the departure and officially inform the agents or individuals of such bookings.
  • The minimum occupancy defined is of 50% to run the operations, that is 17cabins.

 

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