Introduction
 The
personal coaches used by erstwhile rulers and the Viceroys of
British India would only have been a topic of conversation, it
become a reality with the introduction of the Palace on
Wheels.
Palace on Wheels tour is indeed one of the world’s most
exciting rail journeys. The excitement of the history of the
Rajput Kingdoms permeates through, clearly captured in a
contemporary mode. Fully air-conditioned, the train comprises
of 14 deluxe saloons. Each saloon is a combination of 4
twin-bedded chambers with proper arrangements of music,
intercom and attached toilets.
Each saloon has personal attendants or Khidmatgars who are at
your service, whenever you need them. The train chugs out of
Delhi Cant. It is on a week-long run through Rajasthan, on
every Wednesday night.
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PALACE ON WHEELS TOUR ITINERARY
(7NIGHTS/8 DAYS)
DELHI -
JAIPUR - JAISALMER - JODHPUR - SAWAI MADHOPUR - CHITTORGARH -
UDAIPUR - BHARATPUR - AGRA - DELHI
Day 01 - (Wednesday)
Delhi
Tour starts in the evening with a ceremonial welcome aboard
the Palace on wheels at Delhi Cant.. Train departs from Delhi
at 17.45 Hrs. Dinner on board.
Day 02 - (Thursday)
Jaipur
Arrive at 00.00Hrs in Jaipur the pink city. Sight seeing of
Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, shopping and then lunch at
Rambagh Palace, Jantar Mantar. Dinner at exotic Jai
Mahal Palace with cultural program with folk music and
dance. The train departs from the Jaipur at 17.30Hrs.
Day 03 - (Friday)Jaisalmer
Arrive at 06.15 hrs at Jaisalamer . Visit sand dunes and after
camel safari have your dinner served under the stars , at a
campsite. Departure is at 23.30Hrs.
 Day
04 - (Saturday)Jodhpur
Arrive at 08.00 hrs. Visit Mehrangarh Fort and lunch at
‘Umaid Bhawan’ Palace. Departure is at 15.30 Hrs.
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Day 05 - (Sunday)
Sawai Madhopur
Arrive at 04.00 hrs . In the early morning spend the day in
the wilds of Ranthambore. Lunch on board. Afternoon visit to
the ruins of Chittor Fort, originally built in 8th Century and
abandoned in 16th Century. Departure is at 11.00Hrs.
Day
06 - (Monday) Chittorgarh & Udaipur
Arrive at 07.30Hrs, spend the day sight seeing of the city
of Lakes, Palaces & gardens - Udaipur. Lunch at Lake
Palace.
Departure at 20.00Hrs dinner on board.
Day 07 - (Tuesday)
Bharatpur & Agra
Arrive at 06.00Hrs. Visit the renowned Keoladeo Ghana
National Park a wonderlands of birds in the early morning
. Home for migratory birds, specially the Siberian Crane.
After visiting the Sanctuary, visit Fatehpur Sikri, a
red sandstone city build by Emperor Akbar on a lavish scale.
Lunch at welcome Group Mughal Sheraton. From here to Agra to
visit the symbol of love Taj Mahal .
Departure at 18.00Hrs.
Day 08 - (Wednesday)
Delhi
Arrive at 06.00Hrs. Breakfast on board, you descend to the
humdrum existence of modern life, with only royal memories to
retain for the rest of your lifetime.
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TARIFF PER PERSON PER
NIGHT |
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September 2003 & April 2004 |
Oct 2003 TO March 2004 |
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Single Occupancy |
USD 395 |
USD 485 |
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Double Occupancy |
USD 295 |
USD 350 |
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Triple Occupancy |
USD 240 |
USD 285 |
(Half fare for children
between 5 to 12 years of age)
 NOTE:
10% surcharge shall be levied on tour departures during
Christmas/New Year. Indian passengers can pay in equivalent
rupee amount at the exchange rate prevalent at the time of
payment.
Tariff is inclusive of travel/catering/conducted
sightseeing/entrance fee at monuments, parks/Palaces/Cultural
Programme/Camel ride/Boat ride/Rickshaw ride and for still
cameras. Tariff does not include: Video Cameras, Liquor,
Laundry and other items of personal nature).
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THE RESERVATION/CANCELLATION OF BOOKINGS
ON PALACE ON WHEELS IS AS PER THE FOLLOWING TERMS &
CONDITIONS.
Booking:
* 20% of ticket value at the time of booking.
* 80% of the ticket value 30 day prior to the departure.
Cancellation:
* 5% of ticket value 60 days prior to the departure.
* 20% of ticket value 30-59 days prior to the departure.
* 50% of the ticket value 15-59 days prior to the departure.
* 100% of the ticket value 14days prior to the departure.
DEPARTURE EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM SEPTEMBER
TO APRIL –2004
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