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Palace on Wheels Delhi – Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur – Chittaurgarh – Udaipur – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur - Bharatpur - Agra Palace on Wheels Delhi – Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur – Chittaurgarh – Udaipur – Jaisalmer – Jodhpur - Bharatpur - Agra Palace On Wheels – Luxury Train 8D/7N India has fascinated millions of tourists from far and wide for its enigma surrounding ancient legends, ascetic culture and architectural splendor. India has it all - enchanting landscapes, astounding historic monuments, magnificent temples and traditional as well as modern cosmopolitan cities. India one of the world's top destinations has not steeped back to give the best means of transport to its tourists. India has the second largest rail network in the world. Tourists who wish to experience a special journey can travel in the most luxurious trains. India's best luxurious train till date is the world-renowned Palace on Wheels. It is also rated amongst the 10 most prestigious trains of the world. The Palace on wheels was first constructed for the erstwhile Indian royalty before independence. This heritage train comprised of personal coaches of the former rulers of the princely states of Gujarat and Rajputana. Due to its very rich and traditional interiors, the luxury train was abandoned until the early 1980s. It made its inaugural trip as a unique holiday train only on 2nd January 1982. The regular operation started to roll from October 1982. The Tourism Development of Rajasthan and the Indian Railways decided to introduce it as a special heritage tourist train to Rajasthan. Since then, the train has hosted people from all over the world. Interior and exotic destinations - Palace on wheels comprises luxurious cabins, wall-to-wall carpeting, a well stocked bar, two dining cars and a personalized service for a week. The carriage has been individually designed at the integral coach factory at Perambur in South India. 14 saloons can accommodate 104 passenger berths in double - bedded cabins. The 14 coaches of this luxury train are named after the princely states of Rajasthan Alwar, Bharatpur, Bikaner, Bundi, Dholpur, Dungarpur, Jaipur, Kota, Sirohi and Udaipur. Each saloon is designed with mini pantry and a lounge to ensure availability of hot and cold beverages and refreshments. There is also a place to relax and get together. Each saloon has personal attendants or ‘khidmatgars’ who are at the service around the clock. The train is fully air- conditioned, with 4-channel music, interconnected telephone system, comfortable coupes with the privacy of attached bathrooms and two special bathrooms. It is also equipped with two restaurant coaches and a bar with an attached library. The train departs from New Delhi on every Wednesday and travels around Rajasthan, with stops in Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Sawai Madhopur, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur, Bharatpur, and Agra. The trip includes visits to a number of sights, including Hawa Mahal, Ranthambhore National Park, Jag Niwas, the Jag Mandir, Keoladeo National Park, and the famous Taj Mahal. The magnificent palace of the erstwhile Maharajas offers the luxury and comfort unparallel and unmatched by any other luxury train all over the world. Cost per person (SGD $): Period September 2013 to April 2014 • Twin share - $ 4055 (Sep’13 & Apr’14); $ 5415 (Oct’13 to Mar’14) • Triple share - $ 3680 (Sep’13 & Apr’14); $ 4900 (Oct’13 to Mar’14) • Single occupancy - $ 5415 (Sep’13 & Apr’14); $ 7250 (Oct’13 to Mar’14) Includes: 7 nights accommodation on board, all meals, sightseeing, entrance fees & serv. tax. Excludes: Int’l airfare, airport taxes, visa fees, personal expenses, drinks, tips, etc. Palace on Wheels 8D/7N - Itinerary Day 1 (Wed): Depart Delhi to Jaipur Welcome on arrival at Safdarjung Railway Station. 4.00 PM Departure for Jaipur 6.30 PM Dinner on board 8.00 PM Day 2 (Thu): Jaipur Arrival at Jaipur 3.45 AM Breakfast on board 7.00 AM Welcome with ‘shenai’ & garlands 8.00 AM Departure by coach for sightseeing 8.30 AM Visit to Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, City Palace, shopping, 1.30 PM Elephant ride and lunch at Amber Fort Visit of Amber Fort 3.00 PM Return to the train 6.00 PM Dinner on board 8.00 PM Departure for Sawai Madhopur 11.30 PM Day 3 (Fri): Sawai Madhopur Arrival at Sawai Madhopur 5.30 AM Departure for Ranthambhore National Park (Sanctuary visit) 6.00 AM Breakfast on board 9.15 AM Departure for Chittaurgarh with lunch on board 10.30 AM Arrival at Chittaurgarh 4.00 PM Departure for sightseeing at the Fort 4.30 PM Evening Tea & Sound & Light Show at Chittaurgarh Fort 6.00 PM Return to the Train 7.30 PM Dinner on board 8.00 PM Day 4 (Sat): Chittaurgarh Departure from Chittaurgarh 2.00 AM Arrival at Udaipur 8.00 AM Breakfast on board 8.15 AM Departure for Sightseeing by coach Sahalio Ki Bari, shopping and 9.00 AM City Palace & Crystal Gallery Lunch at the Palace Hotel (Fateh Prakash) 1.30 AM Boat Ride 2.45 PM Return to the train 3.00 PM Evening Tea on board 3.30 PM Departure for Jaisalmer 3.30 PM Dinner on board 7.30 PM Day 5 (Sun): Jaisalmer Breakfast on board 7.30 AM Arrival at Jaisalmer 9.15 AM Departure for Sightseeing 9.15 AM Visit of Gadsisar Lake, Fort, Havelies and City Arrival to train for lunch 1.30 PM Departure for Sam dunes, camel ride & tea 3.30 PM Arrival on train 7.00 PM Dinner & Cultural Programme at 5 star Hotel (HRH Gorband Palace) 7.45 PM Departure for Jodhpur 11.45 PM Day 6 (Mon): Jodhpur Arrival at Mandor Jodhpur 7.00 AM Breakfast on board 7.30 AM Departure for sightseeing 9.00 AM Visit of Meharangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Visit of Umaid Bhawan Museum & shopping Lunch at 5 Star Hotel (Hanumant Palace) 1.30 PM Return to train 2.45 PM Departure for Bharatpur 3.30 PM Dinner on board 7.30 PM Day 7 (Tue): Bharatpur & Agra Arrival at Bharatpur 5.00 AM Departure for Keola Deo National Park (Ghana Bird Sanctuary) 6.00 AM Return to the train 7.30 AM Breakfast on board 8.30 AM Departure for Agra 8.45 AM Arrival at Agra Fort Railway Station 10.30 AM Departure for Sightseeing - visit to Agra Fort 11.00 AM Lunch at 5 star Hotel (Mughal Sheraton) 1.30 PM Visit the world famous Taj Mahal 3.00 PM Shopping 5.30 PM Dinner on board 8.00 PM Departure for Delhi 11.00 PM Day 8 (Wed): Arrive Delhi Arrival at Safdarjung Railway Station 4.00 AM Breakfast on board 7.00 AM Checkout and disembark 7.30 AM .
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