Palace
on Wheels 
Palace
on wheels is a luxury train of India and its tour is journey worthy of
Kings.With its cream saloons, with a border of flowers, chug through
Rajasthan on a journey through the former royal kingdom of this state. Once
ruled by kings whose presence lingers on its forbidding fortress, and
fairytale palaces, now converted into museums and heritage hotels, and
restaurants where retainers serve truly royal repasts. Palace on Wheels
assembled at the coach factory in Madras & is fully vestibuled and
centrally airconditioned, truely a palace on wheels.
Duration
: 7 Nights / 8 Days
Places to Visit : Delhi - Jaipur -
Jaislamer - Jodhpur - Sawai Madhopur - Chittorgarh - Udaipur - Agra -
Bharatpur - Delhi
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.
| Palace on Wheels Schedule for the
year 2005 - 2006 |
| Month |
Departure Dates |
| 2005 Departures |
|
| February 2005 |
2, 9, 16, 23 |
| March 2005 |
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
| April 2005 |
6, 13, 20, 27 |
| No Tour Service May to August
|
| September 2005 |
7, 14, 21, 28 |
| October 2005 |
5, 12 , 19, 26 |
| November 2005 |
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
| December 2005 |
07,14, 21, 28 |
| 2006 Departures |
|
| January 2006 |
04, 11, 18, 25 |
| February 2006 |
01, 08, 15, 22 |
| March 2006 |
01, 08, 15, 22, 29 |
| April 2006 |
05, 12, 19, 26 |
Tariff Information
|
Occupancy Type
|
|
September 2005 and April 2006
(per person per night) |
Total for 7 nights
(per person) |
| Single occupancy |
US $ |
395.00
|
2765.00 |
| Double occupancy |
US $ |
295.00 |
2065.00 |
| Triple occupancy |
US $ |
240.00 |
1680.00 |
|
Occupancy Type
|
|
October 2005
to March 2006
(per person per night)
|
Total for 7 nights
(per person)
|
| Single occupancy |
US $ |
535.00
|
3745.00 |
| Double occupancy |
US $ |
385.00 |
2695.00 |
| Triple occupancy |
US $ |
315.00 |
2205.00 |
Tariff is inclusive of cost of travel, full catering (morning tea, breakfast,
lunch, evening tea, and dinner), conducted sightseeing tours in deluxe
coaches, entrance fee for monuments, palaces cultural entertainment at
Jaipur and Jaisalmer and boat ride to and fro Lake Palace Hotel at Udaipur,
Elephant ride at Jaipur, Camel ride at Jaisalmer and Rickshaw ride at
Bharatpur.
Note: Tariff does not include liquor, laundry and other items of personal
nature and video camera charges for entry into Parks and monuments.
Half fare for children between 5 and 12 years
Itinerary and terms are subject to change without notice |
** 10% Holiday Surcharge Extra for Xmas/New Year Tours
CHILD : 50% Discount on Adult rate for Children between 5-12 years .
Note : Booking can be made for Minimum 4 Nights Tour
COST INCLUDES : Stay, Travel, Meals & Conducted Sightseeing Tours
Payment Mode :
Payment can be made either by
* Credit Card
* Swift Money Bank Transfer
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