PALACE ON WHEELS
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Rajasthan is a magnificent land of numerous kingdoms, majestic forts and
palaces, diverse cultures, varied landscapes and vibrant colours. The best way
to experience this royal land is with the Palace on Wheels. It stands on its
tracks, a gleaming sealed carriage, the personification of regal.
The train chugs out of Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi on a
week-long run through Rajasthan every Wednesday night. The trip includes a
visit to Agra and the Taj Mahal. Turban-wearing attendants take over from the
moment you arrive at the platform, assigning you your cars and detailing all
the facilities that are on board. The train moves by night and arrives each
morning at a new destination where novel experiences await you.
The week-long tour also includes special culture shows arranged at some
of the cities. If you're looking for souvenirs, our guides will direct you to
government-approved shops.
FACILITIES
There are 14 saloons in total, each equipped with four twin-bedded
chambers with attached baths that have running hot and cold water and showers.
All modern amenities have been thoughtfully provided: sofas to sink into,
strategically placed lights to read by, wonderfully appointed beds with
comfortable furnishings, inbuilt wardrobes, and massive plain glass windows to
watch the countryside roll by.
Each coach also has a common seating lounge where passengers can get
together to enjoy a quiet cup of tea and watch cities as they pass. An attached
pantry with each saloon provides refreshments on demand.
There is the comfortable bar-cum-lounge where you can relax over your
favourite drink, burrow in a book or converse with fellow passengers. Attached
to it are two restaurant cars, Maharaja and Maharani. Accompanying chefs can
whip up a delicious Indian meal, including Rajasthani food, or Continental and
Chinese cuisines.
Indulge your sense in the well-equipped royal spa that offers various
massages, therapies and revitalising solutions amidst a majestic ambience.
Special assistance, in the form of wheel chairs, crèches and an
attendant are available for disabled individuals.
JOURNEY
Palace On Wheels
The Palace on Wheels is one of the world's most exciting rail journeys.
Everything that you would need on this journey is taken care of. All you need
to do is soak in the colours and experience the royal life of the Maharajas.
The tour starts at Delhi and comes back to the city after passing
through (in order) Jaipur-Sawai
Madhopur-Chittorgarh-Udaipur-Jaisalmer-Jodhpur-Bharatpur-Agra.
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