Palace on Wheels
About Train
Roll back the pages of time for one glorious week, re capture the pomp and
pageantry of a royal past in royal style. Step aboard the Palace on Wheels,
once the personal railway coaches of the erstwhile rulers of the princely
states of Gujrat and Rajputana, the viceroy of British India and the Nizam
of Hyderabad.
Coaches of Train
The coaches are named after erstwhile princely states of Rajasthan, recalling
bygone grandeur and pageantry. Everything matches, even the ambiance which
is totally soaked in the colourful tradition of Rajasthani art.
Facilities of
Train
Palace on Wheels and the facilities on board the train are marked by affluence
and exuberance. The train is self-sufficient with all the modern amenities.
However, the décor speaks of the culturally rich past of Rajasthan.
The paintings, carved furniture and elegant handicrafts represent Rajasthan's
fascinating heritage of art and craftsmanship. Period furniture and the
elaborate costumes of the attendants make up the royal ambience.
History of Train
The Palace on Wheels has been rated one of the ten best luxurious train
journeys in the world. Originally the train had 12 fully furnished non-air
conditioned saloons, once owned by former Maharajas, Governor Generals and
Viceroys of the British period. The Palace on Wheels started as unique holiday
concept hauled by a steam engine with its inaugural trip on 26th January,1982.
Schedule of Train
Spend your vacation in sheer luxury, while experiencing the lifestyles of
the "maharajas" of yore. The fourteen ornate coaches of the Palace
on Wheels speak of the history and social customs of erstwhile princes and
kings. You will be taken on a journey through the romantic state of Rajasthan
and will visit the exquisite palaces, forts, gardens and lakes.
Train Tariff
Includes cost of travel, all meals, escorted Sight-seeing tours in deluxe
coaches, Entrance fee at monuments and palaces, cultural entertainment,
Elephant ride at Jaipur, Camel ride at Jaisalmer and Boat ride at Lake Pichola,
Udaipur. Tariff does not include hard drinks, laundary and other items of
personal nature.
Tour Itinerary
Duration :- 07 Nights/ 08 Days
Places to See:- Delhi - Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Sawai Madhopur
- Chittaurgarh - Udaipur - Bharatpur - Agra - Delhi
Travel Tips
Always use the services of the licensed guides of the Govt. Use sunglasses,
caps and parasols for protection from sun.Carry your swimming gears, if
you wish to swim at hotels.
Palace on Wheels Reservation Form