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LUXURY TRAINS TOURS IN INDIA:
Redefining Tourism ----------------------------------------------
Luxury tours to India are one of the most sought after travel segment. India has emerged as a fast-
growing luxury destination on the world map from the past few years. The variety that India has to
offer in its landscape, culture, traditions, cuisine and in many other things is rarely found in any
other part of the world.
Luxury trains, which offer services that can make the best hotels and airlines in the world pale in
comparison, are the latest craze. The product has long been popular among domestic and inbound
tourists in western countries, and is slowly gaining impetus in India too. The difference between
Luxury Train Tours and a regular journey is that one can experience several tourist spots in one gowithout having the need to pack and unpack everyday and thus without compromising on comfort
and lavishness. Besides the ease and convenience of being spared the chaos of airport transfers, car
to car combat on mottled roads and daily check-in and check-out in hotels, there is an added
comfort of security. It also saves on lot of time (Travel at night and explore new destinations during
the day) thus reducing the overall cost incurred in the tour had you travelled the same destinations
otherwise (taking flight connections or hiring a cab). This concept of luxury train travel offers
wholesome holidays on the package itinerary. This way, the train is not just the mode of
transportation, but also offers a comprehensive travel experiences inclusive of gracious hospitality,
finest accommodation and tastefully crafted itinerary. Such tours are now emerging as the new
visage of extravagance in travel. Discerning Indians seek more relaxed and lavish journeys now-a-
days, and luxury trains are at the pinnacle of this aspiration.
Luxury trains evoke a sense of grandeur and elegance. It’s like going back in time and rediscovering
the romance of graceful travelling. The luxury trains around India are designed to recreate the
panache of a bygone era.
Equipped with state of the art amenities that technology can provide these plush trains are like
moving 5 star hotels in wheels characterized by gourmet dining, bar and lounges, observation car, in
suite bathrooms and nowadays even spa, business centre and Wi-Fi internet facility on board.
And now the interesting part - All meals (some of them being served in best hotels of that city,
mostly in 5 stars), tours, and entrance fees to monuments and cultural sites are included in the price.
All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the regal experience. Travel at night and explore new
destinations during the day..!!
PALACE ON WHEELS (POW):
Palace on Wheels is the first luxury train that started operations in 1982 in India and is most popular
of India's luxury trains. It is rated one of the ten best luxurious train journeys in the world. Once
aboard, you are sure to be transferred to a bygone era of kings, queens and royalty, where
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everything will be so very mesmerizing. It offers a week long luxury train tour across royal
destinations in Rajasthan along with a halt at Agra to visit Taj Mahal and Fatehpur Sikri.
“The Palace on wheel is voted the number four best luxury train in the world and we plan to make it
even better, redefining vintage royalty” says Pramod Sharma, General Manager, Rajasthan TourismDevelopment Corporation (RTDC).
Whereas the original train was composed of the personal carriages of the erstwhile maharajas of
India, cabins of the refurbished Palace on Wheels include the replica carriages of the originals to
accommodate the technological advancement. Each cabin is named after a different clan of the
Rajputana who used to rule the erstwhile princely states of Rajasthan.
The Palace on wheels cabins also feature a host of other highlights such as:
All 14 salons named after provinces of Rajasthan such as Alwar, Bharatpur, Bundi, Jaipur,
Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, and Udaipur etc.
Each of the coaches has been done up in extraordinary lavish styles comprising of miniature
paintings, mirror work, furnishings, and upholstery.
Channel Music system
Mini Pantry
Attached bathrooms
A personal attendant called ‘Khidmatgar’
Dining
Palace on Wheels facilities includes two restaurants with elegant décor and each serving luscious
cuisines for the platter of the guests. Apart of table d’hôte meals included in the Palace on Wheels
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tariff , an eclectic assortment of a la carte menu is also served for the guests. Cuisines which include
European and Indian along with traditional Mewari delicacies are available on board. The
restaurants have been named as:
Maharaja Restaurant
Maharani Restaurant
The in-house bar with its authentic ambiance and selection of alcoholic and non- alcoholic beverages
is the best place to visit for some thrill and chill..!! ;)
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Sitting Lounge:
If you wish to relax and unwind, visit the sitting lounge aboard the Palace on Wheels.
Other Facilities on board the Palace on Wheels include: Luggage Collection
Welcome Kit on Arrival
Personal Attendant or Khidmatgar
Mineral Water
News Paper/Magazine
Toiletries
Tour Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days
Places Covered: Sight-seeing in Delhi, Sight-seeing in Jaipur, wildlife life in Ranthambore,
Chittorgarh, Sight-seeing in Udaipur, Sight-seeing in Jaisalmer, Sight-seeing in Jodhpur, Wild-life in
Bharatpur, Sight-seeing in Agra , Delhi (return)
Day-wise Program: September 2013 to April 2014
Day 1 - Delhi
Day 2 - Jaipur
Day 3 - Sawai Madhopur/ Chittorgarh/Ranthambore
Day 4 - Udaipur
Day 5 - Jaisalmer
Day 6 - Jodhpur
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Day 7 - Bharatpur/ Agra
Day 8 - Delhi (return)
Schedule:
* Surcharge for Christmas and New Year i.e. 10% on above tariff for 30 December departure.
Tariff:
COST PER PERSON PER NIGHT ON PALACE ON WHEELS Train Tour
Ex. Delhi
Oct 2013 to March
2014
Sept 2013 & April
2014
Single Occupancy USD 770 USD 575
Schedule of POW from SEPTEMBER 2013 to APRIL 2014
September 2013 04, 11, 18, 25
October 2013 02, 09, 16, 23, 30
November 2013 06, 13, 20, 27
December 2013 04, 11, 18, 25
January 2014 01, 08, 15, 22, 29
February 2014 05, 12, 19, 26
March 2014 05, 12, 19, 26
April 2014 02, 09, 16, 23, 30
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Twin Occupancy USD 575 USD 430
Triple Occupancy USD 520 USD 390
Half fare for children between 5 years to 12 years of age.
Infant to child below 5 years: 10 % of the ticket value will be
applicable. Service tax will be charged extra as applicable.
US $ 15 per pax per trip shall be charged against the payment
of commercial taxes in addition to the tariff.
For Tour Cost inclusions and exclusion and Cancellation Policies, click here.
For Day to Day detailed itinerary, click here.
For Facilities on Board, click here.
Cherish the memories of the magnificent ride on board this luxury train in India. This royal tour will
ensure you leave with a memory for life time…
After all, “ There is nothing like a train journey for reflection." - Tahir Shah, In Arabian Nights.