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Through the rain drenched forests
of the south, choose to float down a river, drive through in a jeep
or ride atop an Elephant, to capture the most exotic wildlife on
film.
Through the rain drenched forests
of the south, choose to float down a river, drive through in a jeep
or ride atop an Elephant, to capture
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Steam Rail Tour Of India
Durations : 07 Nights / 08
Days
Destinations : Delhi - Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Sawai
Madhopur - Chittaurgarh - Udaipur - Bharatpur - Agra - Delhi
Day 01 : Delhi
Welcome aboard to the Luxury Train Tour of Palace on Wheels. The Tour Departs
in the evening from Delhi for Jaipur.
Day 02 : Jaipur
Jaipur is the capital city of one of India's most colorful and vibrant states,
Rajasthan. It is surrounded on all sides by rugged hills, crowned with forts
& enclosed by embattled walls. Houses with latticed windows line the streets,
their rose pink color lending enchantment to the scene which is almost magical
at sunset. Places of Interest include Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, a
remarkable five storeyed building in pink splendor, the Amber Fort, City Palace,
Jantar Mantar and various other monuments from medieval times. This town is
also famous for its semi- precious stones, gems & jewelery, & woolen
carpets.
Day 03 : Jaisalmer
Founded by Rawal Jaisal in the twelfth century, Jaisalmer evokes a vivid picture
of sheer magic and brilliance of the desert and is today one of Rajasthan's
best-loved tourist destinations. Local color and warmth prevail over the inhospitable
and forbidding terrain, imbuing the medieval town with a special magic. The
yellow sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering majestically over the
city. The nearby shifting sand dunes of Sam remind you of Sahara Desert.
Day 04 : Jodhpur
Welcome to the blue city. Famous for its rock-solid Mehrangarh Fort built
in mid 15th century by Rao Jodha, the founder of the city, Jodhpur is the
second largest city of Rajasthan. Part of the Desert Tourist Triangle, the
old Jodhpur city is surrounded by a 10 Km long wall with eight gates serving
as entrances and the new city is settled around this walled area. The Umaid
Bhawan Palace hotel is said to be the biggest private residence of single
individual.
Day 05 : Sawai Madhopur
Sawai Madhopur plays host to the Ranthambor wildlife sanctuary that houses
the Indian tiger. It is the best place to see these majestic predators in
their normal pursuits. The park is also home to 300 species of birds and hyena,
ratel, jackal and fox among other species. There are Lake Palaces, chhatris,
old fortifications and a majestic 1,000-year-old fort overlooking the park.
The lovely Jogi Mahal is located at the foot of the fort and gives magnificent
view of the Padam Talao, painted white with water lilies.
Day 06 : Udaipur
Udaipur is better known as the 'city of lakes'. One of the most romantic places
in India, it is situated around the shimmering clear blue water lakes, which
whisper the mood of a bygone era. The two most famous lakes are Pichola and
Udai Sagar. The city also has beautiful palaces, the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace),
and the Jag Mandir, which appears to rise as if from the blue waters of the
lake Pichola. Udaipur is also famous for its miniature paintings.
Day 07 : Agra - Bharatpur
Meaning paradise in Sanskrit, Agra is a place made famous by the Taj Mahal,
a moment that has come to epitomes love. Built by Shah Jahan in memory of
his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, it is one of the most visited and photographed sights
in the world. Also famous for its marble showrooms.
Bharatpur is famous for its bird sanctuary, the nesting place for thousands
of Egrets, Siberian cranes, migratory water Fowl and other species of birds.
Day 08 : Delhi
After early breakfast, a week in wonderland comes to an end.
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