11 days/10 nights
Rail
Guide Price €7,555 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
Enjoy a spectacular journey through the heart of Rajasthan on the ‘Palace’, one of India’s most famous trains.
- The palace on wheels
- Rajasthan
- Ranthambore National Park
- Sound & light show at Chittorgarh Fort
- Taj Mahal
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Itinerary
Day 1 Delhi
Upon arrival transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 Delhi
Discover the sights and sounds of India’s vibrant capital city with a private half day tour that takes in the highlights of the city’s magnificent Mughal architecture as well as the exotic atmosphere of the bustling bazaars of Old Delhi.
Day 3 Delhi to Jaipur
Enjoy a leisurely morning. Head to the station to board the Palace on Wheels in the late afternoon before the train departs for Jaipur.
Day 4 Jaipur to Ranthambore NP
Start your tour of the city with a photo stop outside the famous façade of the Palace of the Winds. Next head to the palatial Amber Fort, located a short distance from the city where you will enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before exploring the sprawling fort complex. In the afternoon there is time to shop for Jaipur’s famous handicrafts in one of the city’s bazaars before the train departs.
Day 5 Ranthambore NP to Udaipur
Keep your eyes peeled for tigers on an early morning game drive through the scenic landscapes of Ranthambore National Park, a former maharaja’s hunting ground. Later visit Chittorgarh Fort, the largest in India and an enduring symbol of Rajput valour. Uncover its moving story in the fort’s sound and light show.
Day 6 Udaipur to Jaisalmer
Start your exploration of the romantic city of Udaipur with a visit to the delightful Garden of the Maids of Honour. Stop for a delicious lunch in a heritage hotel before enjoying a boat trip on Lake Pichola and relax as you take in the stunning views of the surrounding hills, temples and palaces. Finish at the City Palace, the largest palace complex in Rajasthan.
Day 7 Jaisalmer to Jodhpur
Discover the wonders of India’s ‘Golden City’ including Jaisalmer Fort, one of the oldest inhabited forts in the world. Later, journey into the desert for a short camel ride across the dunes of Sam. Tonight enjoy a special dinner and cultural programme.
Day 8 Jodhpur to Bharatpur
This morning explore the ‘Blue City’ of Jodhpur including a visit to the spectacular Mehrangarh Fort which affords breathtaking views over the city.
Day 9 Bharatpur to Delhi
Make an early morning stop at Bharatpur’s bird sanctuary, before continuing to Agra. Visit the magnificent Taj Mahal before exploring Agra Fort. Return to the train for your last night on board.
Day 10 Delhi
Bid a fond farewell to the Palace on Wheels this morning and disembark at Delhi. You will be met at the station and transferred to your hotel.
Day 11 Delhi
Transfer to the airport.
Departs: Frequent departures; Jan - Apr & Sep - Dec.
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Price & Inclusions
- Private vehicle & driver and private guides in Delhi
- Guided sightseeing excursions (shared basis) on board the train
- 3 nights hotel accommodation and 7 nights on board the Palace on Wheels
- 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 7 dinners
- International flights
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/10/2023 to 30/04/2025. Guide prices are based on twn/dbl share, are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates, the itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.Offers are subject to availability and restrictions may apply.
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