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Itinerary

Palace On Wheels Itinerary

“Palace on Wheels” which start and end the ( 7 nights and 8 days ) tour from Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi take it guests on a number of splendid places of golden landscape of Rajasthan such as Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bharatpur and Agra. Experience the rich culture and heritage of India through Palace on Wheels train.

Tour Highlights

 JOURNEY ROUTE

  • Delhi
  • Jaipur
  • Sawai Madhopur
  • Chittorgarh
  • Udaipur
  • Jaisalmer
  • Jodhpur
  • Bharatpur
  • Agra
  • Delhi

Timings for Check In and Check Out

Embarkation

Timing : 4:00 PM

Station : Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi

Disembarkation

Timing : 07:30 AM

Station : Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi

Day 1 (Wednesday)

Delhi

The guests are given a traditional Indian welcome at the Safdarjung Railway Station at 16:30 hrs which is followed by the check – in formalities. At 18:30 hrs the opulent journeys which will take you swiftly to the glorious time of royalty, the bygone era of India begins to make you experience the truest form of luxury and hospitality.

A delicious dinner is served on board.

Day 2 (Thursday)

Jaipur

Approaching towards the pink city Jaipur, enjoy flavorous breakfast at 7:00 hrs as the grand welcome waits at the historic city at 8:00 hrs. Embark at 8:15 hrs for the sightseeing tour and witness the relics from Jaipur’s history at Albert Hall Museum followed by a visit to delicately honeycombed hive landmark - Hawa Mahal, observe the world's largest stone sundial at Jantar Mantar and visit City Place to view symbol depicting the richness and royalty of the Indian history.

Around 13:30 hrs enjoy a scrumptious lunch at 1135 AD restaurant later visit the massive architectural delight, The Amer Fort at 15:00 hrs.

Go on a shopping spree at 17:00 hrs and explore the vibrant local markets which are a centre to shop the most fabulous collection of jewelry, handicrafts, textile goods and lot more.

Return to the train around 19:00 hrs and enjoy the dinner on board at 19:30 hrs. The Journey further continues to Sawai Madhopur from Durgapura Railway Station in Jaipur.

Day 3 (Friday)

Sawai Madhopur - Chittorgarh

Morning is the best time to explore the nature which is at its glory. The guests disembark at 5:30 hrs for the safari in the Ranthambore National Park which is a former hunting ground of the Maharajas of Jaipur, and is now a famous National Park to spot the majestic Bengal tigers.

At 10:00 hrs the appetizing breakfast is served on board while the train heads towards Chittorgarh at 10:20 hrs. The guest can engage with fellow travellers and share a drink or two at the Bar followed by a healthy lunch.

Around 15:00 hrs you will arrive at Chittorgarh a land of bravery, royalty and romance. Explore the city and in the evening at 18:00 hrs return to the fort for tea amidst the landscaped vistas. Enjoy the light and sound show.

Return to the train at 20:00 hrs.

Dinner will be served on board.

Day 4 (Saturday)

Udaipur

At 07:00 hrs arrive at Udaipur a city with rich culture and historical significance. Relish morning breakfast at 7:30 hrs.

At 9:00 Hrs takes a stroll around the famous historical garden – Saheliyon Ki Bari. Followed by the visit to the crystal gallery to see the exclusive collection of crystals and finally proceed towards one of the architectural marvels followed City Palace preserving the artefact of The Mewar kingdom.

Post a delectable lunch at the Fateh Prakash Hotel at 14:00 hrs, the guest will rejoice the boat ride while approaching toward the glorious Jagmandir Palace for a regal tea experience.

16:00 hrs the journey embarks for yet another sparkling destination in the evening leaving the guest awestruck by exotic landscapes throughout this journey.

Dinner will be served on board.

Day 5 (Sunday)

Jaisalmer

The Palace on Wheels reaches the golden city Jaisalmer around 8:45 hrs.

The guests embark on a sightseeing tour at 9:30 hrs and visit Gadsisar Sagar Lake, intricately designed havelis - Patwon ki Haveli and the Nathmal ji ki Haveli and the massive Jaisalmer fort amidst the large sandy stretch in the Thar dessert.

The lunch is served on board at 13:30 hrs and later at 16:00 hrs aphenomenal camel ride experience awaits at the Sam Sand Dunes followed by the evening tea is one of a kind experience.

At 19:45 hrs proceed towards Hotel Gorbandh Palace for a traditional folk dance with dinner.

At 23:45 hrs the Palace on Wheels heads towards Jodhpur.

Day 6 (Monday)

Jodhpur

Early morning at 7:00 hrs the guests are welcomed at the Blue City, Jodhpur. Post the delicious breakfast at 7:30 hrs, explore the Sun City. The guest start the sightseeing tour 9:00 hrs by visiting the cenotaph of Jaswanth Thada, marbel memorial often described as “Taj Mahal of Marwar” followed by the visit to Mehrangarh Fort, most magnificent forts in India and the visit is incomplete without visiting the Umaid Bhawan Museum, the residence of royal family with a panoramic view of the city. Explore the colourful markets.

At Ajit Bhawan Palace enjoy a fancy lunch at 13:30 hrs.

16:00 hrs the journey proceeds to Bharatpur.

Dinner will be served on board.

Day 7 (Tuesday)

Bharatpur - Agra

The guest arrives at the Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur) in the morning at 5:00 hrs which was once the hunting reserve of the Maharajas for bird-watching. At 5:00 Hrs experience the same, and post the nature walk return to the train as the breakfast is served on board at 9:00 hrs.

Proceed to the city of love Agra. Vist the mugal marvel Agra Fort followed by a grand lunch at luxurious hotel at 13:30 hrs.

At 15:00 hrs, visit the epitome of love – The Taj Mahal. Spend some time in the busy markets of Agra before the train proceed at 19:30 hrs to the capital city of India.

Dinner will be served on Palace on Wheels restaurant.

Day 8 (Wednesday)

Delhi

The incredible journey comes to an end. The train arrives at the Safdarjung Railway Station. The guests are served breakfast at 6:00 hrs. The tour services will end here but sweet memories of this luxurious journey will remain forever in the heart.