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Palace on Wheels
Palace on Wheels is a royal experience, a journey that is much more than a luxury train ride. Palace on Wheels tour epitomizes the rich Indian heritage and journeys through one of the most exotic regions in the world - Dazzling Delhi, Royal Rajasthan and Amazing Agra.
Palace On Wheels has luxurious cabins, wall to wall carpeting, a well stocked bar, two dining cars and a very personalized service... in fact, almost everything that could compromise of heaven on earth for seven days. the Itinerary is as follows below.

Palace on wheel Tour 9 Night / 10 Days

Day1 Delhi: Arrival Delhi, Meeting with Guide at the Airport, Transferred to Hotel,
Overnight Delhi

Day2 Delhi
Breakfast at hotel, Half Day Sightseeing of Delhi, Visit red Fort, Raj Ghat, India Gate,  PM transferred to Delhi Station,(Service provided by Bodaiju tours)

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Wednesday Reporting Time 16.00 hrs. Dep. 18.30 hrs. (Palace on Wheel)
Delhi~Jaipur
The journey of a lifetime begins at the Delhi Cantonment station where the guests are accorded a warm, traditional welcome before the Palace on Wheels pulls out into the night, for a week-long luxury cruise through fascinating Rajasthan. Dinner on board
Overnight on Board
Day-3 Thursday     Arrival 02.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs 
Jaipur~Jaisalmer
The first stop of Palace on Wheels is Jaipur, one of the most well planned cities of the world of its time. This capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the Pink City, was founded by Maharaja Swai Jai Singh II, in1727 A.D.
To explore the city, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, which is a remarkable five storeyed building along the main street of the old city in pink splendor with semi-octagonal and delicate honey combed sandstone windows. This is followed by a visit to Amber Fort, eight kms. away, where rides on caparisoned elephants add to the ambiance. Shop for Jaipur, famous jewellery, handicrafts, carpets blue pottery and textiles. Near Ajmeri Gate is located Rajasthali - the only Rajasthan Govt. Emporium selling genuine handicrafts at fixed prices.
After lunch at a Palace Hotel, you are off to the City Palace, home of the erstwhile royal family. Right across the road from the City Palace is the Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory built by the Sawai Jai Singh II. The Luxury coaches will take you back to Palace on Wheels around 6.30 pm. Dinner on Board.
Overnight on Board
 
Day-4 Friday  Arrival 08.15 hrs. Departure 23.00 hrs.
Jaisalmer~Jodhpur
In the heart of the Thar Desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1156A.D. Here the yellow sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city. Discover the painstakingly latticed havelis or mansions with their grand facades. The Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim Singh-ki-haveli are fine examples of the stone carver skill.
Shop at Rajasthali-the only Rajasthan Govt. emporium, for fine pattu shawls, mirror work & embroidered articles, wooden boxes, trinkets, silver jewellery and curios. After lunch on board, go for an exciting camel ride on the sand dunes of Sam, before sipping a refreshing cup of tea.
Enjoy the dinner and the cultural programmes at a hotel in Jaisalmer.
The train leaves for Jodhpur at night.
Overnight on Board

Day-5 Saturday  Arrival 07.00 hrs. Departure15.30 hrs 
Jodhpur~Sawai Madhopur
Next morning the Palace on wheels is in Jodhpur, a city ringed by a high stone wall with seven gates and several bastions. This second largest city of Rajasthan, founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 A.D. is known for its rock-solid Mehrangarh Fort. The grand palaces within- Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana are impressive examples of architectural excellence. Near the fort complex lies Jaswant Thada, and a group of royal cenotaphs made of white marble.
After lunch at a royal Palace hotel, return to the Palace on Wheels. 
While in Jodhpur shop for the exquisite handcrafted articles including the famous breeches, embroidered shoes, metal curios, silverware, paintings and tie and dye fabrics. Dinner on Board
Overnight on Board

Day-6 Sunday  Arrival 04.00 hrs. Departure 10.30 hrs 
Sawai Madhopur~Chittaurgarh
One can almost sense a life of the wilderness, as the Palace on Wheels arrives in Sawai Madhopur, a city named after its founder Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I. After breakfast a visit is arranged to the Ranthambhor National Park, wherein are located the ruins of a 10th century fort. This wildlife sanctuary is considered to be the countrybest for observing and photographing the activities of the tiger. The park, covering an area of 392 sq.kms. is home to more than 300 species of birds. The tiger, hyena, ratel, jackal and fox are among those constituting the carnivorous population here. Sawai Madhopur is known for its exclusive toys, ethnic ornaments and costumes. Upon return to the Palace on Wheels, you leave for Chittaurgarh, when one gets an opportunity to watch the colourful countryside passing by in the daylight.
Day-6 Sunday  Arrival 16.00 hrs. 
Chittaurgarh~Udaipur
After lunch on board you are in Chittaurgarh. Images of love and valour; scars of battles lost and won・thrice-beseiged, Chittaurgarh Fort is all this and more. 
Overnight on Board
Day-7 Monday  Departure 05:30 hrs. from Chittaurgarh for Udaipur 
Udaipur~Bharatpur
Arrive in Udaipur, the Lake City at 7:30 AM. It was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven away by the Mughals, in 1559A.D. Perhaps the two most beautiful sites of Udaipur are the dream-like marble Palaces-the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) and the Jag Mandir, which appear to rise from the blue waters of Lake Pichhola. After lunch at Lake Palace Hotel a visit to City Palace is exhilarating.
In the evening visit the crystal gallery. Later proceed to Bharatpur on board Palace on Wheels
Overnight on Board
Day-8  Tuesday      Arrival 06.30hrs.  Departure 11.45 hrs 
Bharatpur ~ Agra
Early next morning, the Palace arrives in Bharatpur, the capital of Maharaja Suraj Mal. After breakfast pay a visit to the world famous bird sanctuary, Keoladeo Ghana National Park, the nesting place of thousands of Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds.
Day-8 Tuesday  Arrival 14.30 hrs Departure 23.00 hrs 
Agra
Arrive at Fatehpur Sikri-the red sandstone Mughal palatial complex. Within the enclosure is a mosque built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar and dedicated to the Sheikh Salim Chisti, a muslim Sufi Saint who blessed him with a son. After lunch move on from the Red Fort and arrive at the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world. A pristine monument of undying love. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal.
Agra is known for its splendid marble inlay work like the Pietra Dura work on the Taj, leather goods and jewelry.
After dinner on board and a good night sleep, arrive at Delhi Cantt. at 6.00 hrs the next morning
Palace on Wheels Tour End
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On arrival Delhi Station Meeting with Guide,(Service Provided by Bodaiju Tours) Full day Sightseeing of Delhi, Visit Hyumayun Tomb, Qutub Minar, Enjoy Shopping at Emporium, Evening transferred to Airport, 
Cost Based on
01 Mar  - 30 Sep
01 Oct - 28`Feb
Standard Room
Single Room
US $   375
US $   405
Double/Twin  Room
US $   200
US $   215
Triple Room
US $  135
US $   150
Deluxe Room
Single
US $   425
US $   450
Double/Twin
US $   230
US $   246
Triple Room
US $   165
US $   186
Super Deluxe Room
Single
US $   540
US $   560
Double/Twin
US $   290
US $   306
Please Note : Cost for Tour Covernig  25`Dec/05`Jan is Different
Tours Cost Per Person in US $ (Accept Palace on Wheel)
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