The Indian Maharaja - luxury train tour of India

The Indian Maharaja - luxury train tour 10 days

Itinerary
Our Luxury itineraries below are bare-bone versions & only state the essentials like travel duration, sites you can visit for sightseeing and the route. For more detailed itineraries please request from our website or via call. While all these luxury tours are guided, it also allows you to customize your day to day schedule, change your hotels, add or subtract activities within a city as per your interest or in consultation with us or your guide or as per available time. Our itineraries are made to deliver optimal travel routes and experience.

Day 01 : : Arrive Delhi
Arrival Mumbai, as per your flight schedule pickup from New Delhi airport and transfer to hotel, day at your rest,  Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : : New Delh – Board The Indian Maharaja
Morning after breakfast, half day city tour of Old and New Delhi. Afternoon transfer to the Railway station to join the train Indian Maharaja and your journey starts. Dinner on board.

Day 03 : : Agra
Morning arrival in Agra and proceed for the sightseeing of Agra including the immortal Taj Mahal. Continue on to visit the sights in Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri. Evening depart for Jaipur.

Day 04 : : Jaipur
Sightseeing of Jaipur, famous as "The Pink City". Also visit Amber Fort; ascend the Fort on an elephant. Evening depart for Sawai Madhopur.

Day 05 : : Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore)
Arrive Sawai Madhopur in the morning and drive to Ranthambore for wildlife viewing. After lunch re visit the park for afternoon safari. In the evening depart for Udaipur.

Day 06 : : Udaipur
Morning arrival. Excursion by coach to Udaipur, the city of palaces, lakes & gardens. Sightseeing includes visit to the City Palace complex. Return to the train for an overnight journey to Ellora.

Day 07 : : Ellora & Aurangabad
Morning arrival in Dulatabad and visit the magnificent rock-cut Ellora Caves temples, a UNESCO world heritage site. Ellora, a unique artistic creation, with its uninterrupted sequence of monuments dating from A.D. 600 to 1000.The 34 monasteries and temples, extending over more than 2 kms are devoted to Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism. Tour of Aurangabad visiting Bibi-Ka-Makbara, patterned on the Taj Mahal. Evening depart for Ajanta.

Day 08 : : Ajanta
Arrive Jalgoan Railway Station in the morning and drive to Ajanta to visit the world-renowned caves, dating from 2nd B.C to 7th A.D, discovered by a British-hunting party in 1819. Now a UNESCIO world heritage site, these caves house the finest murals and sculptures considered to be masterpieces of Buddhist religious art. Evening departure for Mumbai.

Day 09 : : Mumbai
Morning arrival in Mumbai, pick up and transfer to hotel, day at your rest or go for a half day city tour, evening free, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 10 : : Mumbai Departure
Morning at your leisure, later as per your flight schedule transfer to Mumbai airport
to take your flight for your onward journey.

* Note:  Train depart Delhi on Wednesday and arrives Mumbai on the following Wednesday. Indian Maharaja train also travels from Mumbai to Delhi following the same route in reverse.

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Rajasthan Tour of India

RAJASTHAN TOUR 16 days

Itinerary
Our Luxury itineraries below are bare-bone versions & only state the essentials like travel duration, sites you can visit for sightseeing and the route. For more detailed itineraries please request from our website or via call. While all these luxury tours are guided, it also allows you to customize your day to day schedule, change your hotels, add or subtract activities within a city as per your interest or in consultation with us or your guide or as per available time. Our itineraries are made to deliver optimal travel routes and experience.

Day 01 : : Arrive New Delhi
Arrival in Delhi, As per your flight schedule pickup from New Delhi airport and transfer to hotel. Day at your rest, [ I will plan the day sight seeing once your arrival time is confirmed],Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : : New Delhi
After breakfast, full day city tour to visit Jama Masjid, Red Fort, India Gate, President House, Humayuns Tomb, Lotus Temple, Qutab Minar. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 03 : : Delhi To Agra
Morning transfer from New Delhi to Agra [200 Km, 4 Hrs.], arrive and check in hotel, after some rest visit Taj Mahal, Red Fort, Itmad-ud-daulah, Sikandra, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04 : : Agra To Jaipur
After breakfast, transfer from Agra to Jaipur [235 Km, 5.5 Hrs.], on the route visit Fatehpur Sikri, arrive Jaipur and check in hotel, evening free, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 05 : : Jaipur
After breakfast, Full day city tour, excursion to Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Albert Hall, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 06 : : Jaipur To Mandawa
After breakfast, transfer from Jiapur to Mandawa [185 Km, 3-4 Hrs.], arrive and check in hotel, after some rest, half-day village tour of Shekhavati region - Painted Havelies. You can wander through the streets where mansions of rich merchants are adorned with elaborate frescoes. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 07 : : Mandawa To Bikaner
After breakfast, transfer from Mandawa to Bikaner [200 Km, 4.5 Hrs.], arrive and check in hotel, After some rest, visit famous Deshnok’s Karni Mata Temple, also known as Temple of Rats. Evening free, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 08 : : Bikaner
After breakfast, full day city tour to visit Junagarh Fort, The Suraj Pol or Sun Gate, Ganga Golden, Lal garh Palace, Jubilee Museum, Camel Research Farm, Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 09 : : Bikaner To Jaisalmer
After breakfast, transfer from Bikaner to Jaisalmer [330 Km, 5-6 Hrs.], arrive and check in hotel, day at your rest, evening visit the Magnificient golden fort in yellow sandstone & Gadsisar Lake, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 10 : : Jaisalmer
After breakfast, day city tour to visit Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli, Patwon Ki Haveli, Jain Temple, Later in the after noon transfer to Desert Camp, enjoy Camel Ride in Sand Dunes for Sunset, Evening Entertainment and dinner with Rajasthani Music & Folk Dance, Camp Fire, Overnight stay at desert camp.

Day 11 : : Jaisalmer to Jodhpur
After breakfast, transfer from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur [280 Km, 4.5 Hrs.], arrive and check in hotel, day at your rest, evening free to visit the Clock Tower & Sadar Market, Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 12 : : Jodhpur
After breakfast, full day city tour to visit Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan, evening free, Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 13 : : Jodhpur To Udaipur
After breakfast, Transfer from Jodhpur to Udaipur [260 Km, 4.5 Hrs.], on the route visit Ranakpur temples, later arrive Udaipur and check in hotel, evening free to visit the lakes and Jag Mandir, Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 14 : : Udaipur
After breakfast, Full day city tour to visit City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Pichola Lake, Fateh Sagar, Crystal Gallery, Ghangharu Ghat, etc, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 15 : : Udaipur To New Delhi
Morning at your leisure, later as per your flight schedule transfer to Udaipur airport to take your flight to New Delhi, Arrive Delhi, pick up from airport and transfer to hotel, day at your rest, evening visit the local markets for shopping, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 16 : : New Delhi Departure
After breakfast, as per your flight schedule transfer to New Delhi airport to take your flight for your onward journey.

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Royal Rajasthan on wheels - luxury train tour of India

Royal Rajasthan on wheels - luxury train tour 10 days

Itinerary
All our itineraries below are bare-bone versions. While our Budget tours are meant to be assisted and not guided tours, however, if you wish for a guided tour, you can opt to have a guide in any city for an additional cost of USD 20 per day. As all our trips are flexible, additionally you can add or subtract activities within a city as per your interest or in consultation with us or your guide or as per available time. Our itineraries are made to deliver optimal travel routes and experience.

Day 01 : : Arrive New Delhi
Arrival Delhi, as per your flight schedule pickup from New Delhi airport and transfer to hotel, day at your rest,  Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : : New Delhi – Royal Rajasthan on Wheels
Morning after breakfast, half day city tour of Old and New Delhi. Afternoon transfer to the Railway station to begin the seven night luxurious train journey. Dinner on Board.

Day 03 : : Jodhpur
Morning arrival in Jodhpur, the ‘Blue City’ at the entrance of the Thar Desert. Tour of the city visiting the magnificent Meharangarh fort with palaces and temples, housing a rich collection of palanquins, jewels and armory. Jaswant Thada, a 19th century royal cenotaph, an example architectural brilliance. Return to the train for your onward journey to Udaipur.

Day 04 : : Udaipur / Chittorgarh
Arrive in the morning. After breakfast on board proceed for the city tour of Udaipur, the city interspersed with shimmering lakes, marble palaces and beautiful laid gardens. Visit the City Palace complex, a marvel of marble and granite with ornate windows and craftsmanship in glass. Lunch is followed by a visit to the crystal gallery. Return to the train and depart for Chittorgarh. Visit the Fort that still reverberates with stories of courage, chivalry, valor and sacrifices.

Day 05 : : Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambhor National Park) / Jaipur
Early morning arrival in Sawai Madhopur. Morning wildlife safari at the Ranthambor National Park, a Project Tiger Reserve. The reserve is noted for daylight Tiger sightings. The other fauna includes Panther, Nilgai, Hyena fox, sloth bear, wild boar, marsh crocodile and variety of resident and migratory birds. Continue on to Jaipur, popularly known as the ‘Pink City’. Visit the Amber Fort with huge ramparts and watch towers. Sightseeing of the city visiting Hawa Mahal (The Palace of the Winds), City Palace complex housing centuries-old artifacts and Observatory. In the evening depart for Khajuraho.

Day 06 : : Khajuraho
Arrive in the morning and visit the magnificent rock-cut Chandela temples, the evidences of an architectural geniuses, built between 950 -1050 AD and frequently depicting erotic themes. These temples were discovered by Captain T S Burt in 1838, though only 20 of them have survived. In the evening depart for Varanasi.

Day 07 : : Varanasi
Morning arrival in Varanasi, one of the oldest living cities of the world situated on the banks of the holy Ganges. Also known as Kashi and Banaras, Varanasi has been a symbol of spiritualism, philosophy & mysticism for thousands of years & has produced great saints. Varanasi is the most popular pilgrimage for Hindus & center of music & learning. Sightseeing includes visit to temples, Ghats and a visit to Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon. Witness the Maha Aarti and in the evening depart for Agra.

Day 08 : : Agra
Morning arrival in Agra. Breakfast on board. Proceed for the city seeing of Agra. Visit the immortal Taj Mahal, a poem in marble, one of the Seven Wonders of the World and Fort with several Palaces and Mosques including the largest pure marble mosque built by Mughal Kings. Agra is famous for handicrafts products such as Inlay work on marvel, leather work, footwear, brass-wear, carpets, Jewelry, Zari & embroidery work. Late in the evening depart for Delhi.

Day 09 : : Delhi
Morning arrival in Delhi. Breakfast on board. Transfer to hotel for an overnight stay. Rest of the day at leisure perhaps by the pool of your hotel or for any independent exploration.

Day 10 : : Delhi Departure
Morning at your leisure, later as per your flight schedule transfer to New Delhi airport
to take your flight for your onward journey.

* Note:  The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels train departs on every Sunday from Delhi.

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Maharaja express classic - luxury train tour of India

Maharaja express classic - luxury train tour 09 days

Itinerary
Our Luxury itineraries below are bare-bone versions & only state the essentials like travel duration, sites you can visit for sightseeing and the route. For more detailed itineraries please request from our website or via call. While all these luxury tours are guided, it also allows you to customize your day to day schedule, change your hotels, add or subtract activities within a city as per your interest or in consultation with us or your guide or as per available time. Our itineraries are made to deliver optimal travel routes and experience.

Day 01 : : Arrive Delhi
Arrival Delhi, as per your flight schedule pickup from New Delhi airport and transfer to hotel, day at your rest,  Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : : Delhi – Board the Maharaja’s Express Train To Agra
Morning after breakfast, transfer to New Delhi Safdarjung Railway station, where you complete check in formalities as you enjoy a welcome drink and the 6 night epic journey begins. Enjoy a leisurely brunch on board as you journey through the picturesque countryside, arriving into the ‘City of Mughal Splendour’ Agra. Explore the spectacular monuments of the city. Visit the magnificent Agra Fort, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture and the seat and stronghold of the Mughal Empire under successive generations. Shah Jahan, the Taj's creator, was imprisoned by his son and spent last years of his life in the Fort. Proceed to the Taj Khema and enjoy a glass of champagne in the backdrop of the splendid Taj Mahal at sunset. Excellent shopping opportunities in Agra before returning to the comfort of your train. Dinner on board.

Day 03 : : Agra to Gwalior
Early in the morning visit the Taj Mahal at Sunrise. A UNESCO World Heritage, the Taj Mahal is one of the world’s greatest architectural wonders constructed entirely out of white marble with beautiful inlay work and marble screens. Return to the train and enjoy a leisurely breakfast as the train passes through the fascinating Chambal Ravines with deep and narrow gorges. Arrive into the royal city of Gwalior, city where many reigning dynasties have left indelible etchings of their rule on all its palaces, temples and monuments. Continue to the Usha Kiran Palace and experience a Royal traditional welcome. Enter this 120-year-old palace, which has played host to the King of England. After lunch visit the magnificent Gwalior Fort with its exquisite temples and palaces, the most spectacular being the Man Mandir Palace. This palace is a masterpiece of Rajput architecture, embellished with exquisite stone carving and latticework. Visit the opulent Jai Vilas Palace. Admire the stupendous Durbar Hall with its crystal staircase, arched ceiling with stunning gold leaf work supporting two of the world’s largest chandeliers. Dinner will be served in the grand compound of the Jai Vilas Palace before returning to the train.

Day 04 : : Orchha / Khajuraho
Morning after breakfast on board visit Orcha, the bejeweled town of the Bundela Kings. See the impressive temples, palaces and beautiful chhatris (cenotaphs) of Orcha. Return to the train and continue to the temple city of Khajuraho, renowned for its architecture and exquisite sculptures. Built by Chandela Hindu kings between 950 and 1050 AD in a truly inspired burst of creativity, the temples of Khajuraho, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are superb examples of Indo-Aryan architecture. The highly sensual engravings frequently depict erotic themes. Experience the fascinating Son-et-Lumière spectacle before returning to the train. Continue your journey to the Bandhavgarh National Park. Dinner on board.

Day 05 : : Umaria (Bandhavgarh National Park)
This morning after breakfast on board you arrive in Umaria and drive to the Bandhavgarh National Park. With the highest known density of tigers, it was the former hunting grounds of the Maharaja of Rewa. The grasslands and sal forests of Bandhavgarh supports wide variety of animal and bird life including deer, langurs, sloth bears and exotic birds. After lunch at a wildlife resort drive by jeep into the park to spot an elusive tiger. Return to Umaria and board the train. Dinner on board.

Day 06 : : Varanasi
Morning arrival in the holy city of Varanasi, one of the oldest living cities in the world. Varanasi (also known as Kashi or Benaras) has a spiritual legacy of over 3000 years. A place of pilgrimage, this holy city is set on the banks of the sacred river Ganges. Varanasi epitomizes the chaos and colour of India with lively bazaars, exquisite and bright silks, festivals, temples, mosques and palaces. Tour begins with a visit to ancient ruins of Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon. After lunch, visit the world famous Varanasi Silk Weaving Centre famous for Banarasi silk saris and brocades. Proceed for a scenic cruise on the river Ganges and witness a magical evening aarti ceremony at the ghats (waterside steps) of the holy Ganges. Dinner on board.

Day 07 : : Lucknow
Late morning, after a leisurely breakfast on board, arrive in Lucknow, the City of Nawabs. Explore the dramatic ruins of Imperialistic Lucknow as you visit The Residency, started by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daulla for the British resident in 1800, famous for history of the Mutiny of 1857. Experience the imperialistic splendour and mystical elegance of the Nawabs of Awadh as you visit their architectural wonders like the famous ‘Rumi Darwaza’, and the spectacular Bada Imambara with ornamental gateways, corridors and galleries. Following lunch, the afternoon will be at leisure for you to relax or take an optional tour of the markets teeming with life. This evening experience the traditional hospitality with courtesan music & dance and the culinary delights from the Nawabi kitchens. Return to the train for the last leg of your journey.

Day 08 : : Delhi
Morning arrival in Delhi. Breakfast on board. Transfer to hotel for an overnight stay. Rest of the day at leisure perhaps by the pool of your hotel or for any independent exploration.

Day 09 : : Delhi Departure
Morning at your leisure, later as per your flight schedule transfer to New Delhi airport
to take your flight for your onward journey.

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Luxury Cultural Tour with WildLife

Luxury Cultural Tour with WildLife 12 Days
 
Itinerary

Our Luxury itineraries below are bare-bone versions & only state the essentials like travel duration, sites you can visit for sightseeing and the route. For more detailed itineraries please request from our website or via call. While all these luxury tours are guided, it also allows you to customize your day to day schedule, change your hotels, add or subtract activities within a city as per your interest or in consultation with us or your guide or as per available time. Our itineraries are made to deliver optimal travel routes and experience.

Day 01 : Arrive New Delhi
Arrival in Delhi, as per your flight schedule pickup from New Delhi airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 02 : New Delhi
After breakfast, full day city tour to visit Jama Masjid, Red Fort, India Gate, President House, Humayuns Tomb, Lotus Temple, Qutab Minar. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 03 : : New Delhi To Agra
Morning transfer from New Delhi to Agra [200 Km, 4 Hrs.] arrive and check in hotel, after some rest visit Taj Mahal, Red Fort, Itmad-ud-daulah, Sikandra, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04 : :Agra To Jaipur
After breakfast, transfer from Agra to Jaipur [256 Km, 5.5 Hrs.], on the route visit Fatehpur Sikri, arrive Jaipur and check in hotel, evening free, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 05 : : Jaipur
After breakfast, Full day city tour, excursion to Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, Albert Hall, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 06 : : Jaipur To Ranthambhore
After breakfast, transfer from Jaipur to Ranthambhore [145 Km, 3 Hrs.], arrive Ranthambhore and check in hotel, take rest, evening visit the fort in Ranthambhore, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 07 : : Ranthambhore
Early morning start for jungle safari in the Ranthambhore National Park, come back and relax, Later again proceed for evening jungle safari, return and take rest, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 08 : : Ranthambhore To Chittorgarh
After breakfast transfer from Ranthambhore to Chottorhgarh [275 Km, 5-6 Hrs], arrive and check in hotel, take rest, evening free, Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 09 : : Chittorgarh To Udaipur
After breakfast, visit the temples and fort in Chittorgarh [115 Km, 2.5 Hrs.], later transfer from Chittorgarh to Udaipur, arrive Udaipur and check in hotel, take rest, evening free, Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 10 : : Udaipur
After breakfast, day city tour to visit City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Pichola Lake, Fateh Sagar, Crystal Gallery, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 11 : : Udaipur To New Delhi
Morning at your leisure, later as per your flight schedule transfer to Udaipur airport to take your flight to New Delhi, Arrive Delhi, pick up from airport and transfer to hotel, take rest, Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 12 : : New Delhi Departure
Morning at your leisure, later as per your flight schedule transfer to New Delhi airport to take your flight for your onward journey.

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