Tour packages are often browsed for budget or economy ranges. But the matter of fact is, if you are not reluctant to spend a bomb, then why not prefer to succumb to a royal experience? Especially when you are planning to visit the state of utmost royalty. Rajasthan is predominantly famous for its plethora of hill forts, palaces, and other historical monuments. Imagine touring the eminent cities of Rajasthan, along with Agra on a train bestowed with all sorts of kingly provisions and treatment. Yes, you heard that right! A royal journey to the royal state. This tour is all about embarking on the luxury train ‘Maharaja’s Express’.
About ‘Maharaja’s Express’
An enticing journey with Maharaja’s Express promises the finest experiences of fabulous attractions of Rajasthan in a luxurious manner. It is the world’s leading luxury train of India with world-class facilities and services beyond one’s imagination. ‘The Indian Splendour’ tour of the train introduces to the enthralling attractions of Rajasthan like royal forts and palaces, wildlife, monuments, mountains, deserts, fairs, festivals and cuisines.
The Indian Splendour travel itinerary commences from Delhi and takes you to Mumbai via Agra, Ranthambore, Jaipur, Bikaner, Jodhpur and Udaipur. The Maharaja’s Express is Asia’s most expensive train and has been on its royal journey since March 2010. The magnificent initiative was undertaken by Cox and Kings India Ltd. and the IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd.).
The top-class facilities of Maharaja’s Express:
- Accommodation – Deluxe Cabins, Junior Suites, Suites and grand Presidential Suite
- Restaurant – Peacock and Rang Mahal
- Lounge and Bar – Safari Bar
- Attendants
- Guides
- Charters
The train sets its journey on Sunday. Here’s the detailed mapping of ‘The Indian Splendour’ itinerary.
Day 1 (Sunday) – Delhi to Agra
The journey begins at 6:30 a.m. from Delhi Safdarganj Railway Station.
• Breakfast and lunch on board
• Taj Mahal visit on Agra arrival
• Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 2 (Monday) – Agra to Ranthambore
• Visit to Agra Fort
• Breakfast and Lunch on board
• Visit to Ranthambore National Park
• Dinner on board
• Arrival at Jaipur
[What else can be a more luxurious plan than this, a bit different from the conventional Ranthambore Wildlife tour packages
Day 3 (Tuesday) – Jaipur
• Breakfast and lunch on board
• Visit to the Amber Fort after breakfast
• Dinner at Hotel Rambagh Palace
Day 4 (Wednesday) – Bikaner
• Arrival at Bikaner
• Breakfast and lunch on board
• A visit to Junagarh Fort after lunch
• Sundowner at Sand Duners, followed by cocktails, barbeque and folk dances.
• Return to Maharaja’s Palace
Day 5 (Thursday) – Jodhpur
• Arrival at Jodhpur
• Breakfast and lunch on board
• A visit to Mehrangarh Fort after lunch
• A tuk-tuk ride and a tour on foot at the Old Clock Tower Market
• A cocktail dinner at a heritage hotel Khaas Bagh
• Back to Maharaja’s Palace
Day 6 (Friday) – Udaipur
• Arrival at Udaipur
• Breakfast on board
• Head to a boat ride at Lake Pichola
• Proceed towards the Crystal Gallery and City Palace.
• Lunch at Hotel Fateh Prakash Palace’s Satkar Hall
• Return to Maharaja’s Palace
Day 7 (Saturday) – Mumbai
• Arrival at Mumbai and end of the journey.
An overview of the itineraries furnished by Maharaja’s Express
- The Indian Splendour: Delhi → Agra → Ranthambore → Jaipur → Bikaner → Jodhpur → Udaipur → Mumbai
- The Treasures of India: Delhi → Agra → Ranthambore → Jaipur → Delhi
- The Indian Panorama: Delhi → Jaipur – Ranthambore → Fatehpur Sikri → Agra → Gwalior → Khajuraho → Varanasi → Lucknow → Delhi
- The Heritage of India: Mumbai → Udaipur → Jodhpur → Bikaner → Jaipur → Ranthambore and Fatehpur Sikri → Agra and Delhi
