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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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Palace on Wheels
Duration : 08 Days
/ 07 Nights
Destination : Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur
- Sawai Madhopur - Agra - Delhi
Welcome aboard the Palace on Wheels which is one of the most fascinating and enthralling train journey.It was used by the Mahrajas to travel from one place to another in royal manner. The Palace on Wheels takes you to some of the royal states of the past.It is a complete luxury on the wheels.It has luxurious cabins, wall to wall carpeting, a well stocked bar, two dining cars and a very personalized service in fact, almost everything that could compromise of heaven on earth for seven days!.
Day 01 : Board Palace on Wheels
Today you will be transferred from your hotel to the Safdarjug Railway station to begin your lifetime memorable journey on the Palace on Wheels.
Day 02 : Arrival at 02.00 hrs in Jaipur. Departure 19.30
hrs to Jaisalmer
The first destination of Palace on Wheels is Jaipur,the capital city of Rajasthan also known as the Pink City.You will be taken for sightseeing of the city by an air-conditioned coach.Visit Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, which is a remarkable five storeyed building. Later visit to Amber Fort, where you can enjoy the elephant ride to ascend the fort.Right across the road from the City Palace is the Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory built by the Sawai Jai Singh II. The Luxury coaches will take you back to Palace on Wheels around 6.30 pm. Dinner on Board.The train leaves for Jaisalmer.
Day 03 : Friday Arrival at 08.15 hrs in Jaisalmer. Departure
at 23.00 hrs.to Jodhpur
Jaisalmer lies in the heart of the Thar Desert.This city was founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1156A.D. The yellow sandstone gives an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city. You can see a very fine work in stones in Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim Singh-ki-haveli which has a very grandeur facade. After lunch go for short excursion to camel safari at sam dunes .Enjoy the dinner and the cultural programmes at a hotel in Jaisalmer. The train leaves for Jodhpur at night.
Day 04 : Saturday Arrival at 07.00 hrs in Jodhpur. Departure
at 15.30 hrs to Sawai Madhopur
Today morning the train arrives in Jodhpur.This is the second largest city of Rajasthan, founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 A.D.The Mehrangarh fort stands at a height of 400 feet.The grand palaces within- Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana are impressive instances of architectural perfection. Near the fort complex lies Jaswant Thada, and a group of royal cenotaphs made of white marble.After lunch at a royal Palace hotel, return to the Palace on Wheels.
Day 05 : Sunday Arrival at 04.00 hrs in Sawai Madhopur. Departure
10.30 hrs to Chittaurgarh
Today arrive early morning to Sawai Madhopur founded by Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I.Once it was a hunting ground for the royal family.After breakfast you will be taken to the Ranthambhor National Park, where you can see the remains of 10th century fort. This national park is famous for the tigers.Besides tiger one can also view hyena, ratel, jackal and fox are among those constituting the carnivorous population here. Upon return to the Palace on Wheels, you leave for Chittaurgarh.
Day 05 : Sunday Arrival 16.00 hrs.
Have your lunch on board. Arrive Chittaurgarh which was once the capital of Mewar.
Day 06 : Monday Departure at 05:30 hrs. from Chittaurgarh
for Udaipur
Welcome to the lake city of Rajasthan , Udaipur. This city was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, in the year 1559A.D.The magnificient Jag Niwas was once upon a time was the summer residence of the rulers has now been converted into a Lake Palace Hotel. Jag Mandir, another island on lake Pichola is worth visiting. After lunch a visit to City Palace is exhilarating.In the evening visit the crystal gallery. Later proceed to Bharatpur on board Palace on Wheels.
Day 07: Tuesday Arrival at 06.30hrs in Bharatpur. Departure 11.45 hrs for Agra
Today early morning you will arrive in Bharatpur which is famous for watching migratory birds.After having your breakfast visit to Keoladeo Ghana National Park where you can get an opportunity to view Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds.
Later leave for Fatehpur Sikri which was once the capital of Akbar. It has a very big palatial complex designed in the Mughal architecture. After lunch move on from the Red Fort and arrive at the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world. After dinner on board and a good night’s sleep.
Day 08 : Wednesday Arrival 06.00hrs in Delhi
Arrive at Safdarjung Train Station, New Delhi at 6.00 hrs the next morning carrying back a lots of unforgettable memories of the past seven days which will keep lingereing in your mind.
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