PALACE ON WHEELS TOUR

Luxury train tour in India are fast becoming popular and Palace on Wheels tours is the best of them. The train will take you to the most admired tourist destinations in Rajasthan in total comfort.

Day 1- Depature from Delhi.

Day 2- Jaipur - Founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1727, this capital city of Rajasthan is popularly known as the Pink City. Breakfast on Board. Air-conditioned coach takes you sightseeing - Hawa Mahal, Amber Palace, Elephant ride. Lunch at Rambagh Palace. Dinner at Jaimahal Palace with Cultural programme. Departure for Chittaurgarh at 22:10 hrs.

Day 3- Chittaurgarh - Udaipur - Morning visit Chittaurgarh, the awe-inspiring fort. The next stop is Udaipur, the "City of Lakes", founded by Maharana Udai Singh in 1550. Visit the enchanting Jag Nivas, Jag Mandir and Lake Pichhola. After lunch in Lake Palace Hotel visit the City Palace and Sahelion - ki - Bari. After evening tea in Fateh Prakash Palace return to the Palace on wheels. Dinner on Board. Departure for Sawai Madhopur at 22.00 hrs.

Day 4- Sawai Madhopur - Reach Sawai Madhopur, a city fortified in 1765. Breakfast followed by visit to the Ranthambhor National Park, located amidst the imposing ruins of a 10th century fort. This reserve is reputed as the best in the country for observing and photographing the activities of the tiger. Return to the Palace on Wheels Tours and depart for Jaisalmer. Lunch and dinner on board.

Day 5- Jaisalmer - Located in the heart of the desert, Jaisalmer was founded by Rawal Jaisal in 1156. The city is famous for its yellow sandstone walls and bastions and splendid havelis (mansions). After a sumptuous lunch, experience the exhilaration of a camel ride on the golden sanddunes at Sam followed by evening tea. The Palace on Wheels Tours departs for Jodhpur at night.

Day 6- Jodhpur - A city founded in 1459 and surrounded by a high stone wall with seven gates and countless bastions. Visit the impregnable Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada. Shop for famous hand crafted items. After lunch at the imposing Umaid Bhawan Palace return to the Palace on Wheels Tours. Departure for Bharatpur at 15.15 hrs. Evening Tea and Dinner on Board.

Day 7- Bharatpur , Fatehpur Sikri , Agra - Arrive early morning in Bharatpur and visit Keoladeo Ghana National Park, a famous bird sanctuary. Explore Agra and the Taj Mahal - a poem in marble. Also visit Fatehpur Sikri. Lunch at Mugal Sheraton Hotel at 13.00 hrs. Departure for Delhi Cant at 20.00 hrs. Dinner on Board.

Day 8- Arrival at Delhi.

THE ROYAL RAJ TOUR

Royal Orient Tours covers the most exotic tourist destinations in Rajasthan and Gujarat. It is reputed as one of the best luxury trains in the world and offers its passengers an unforgettable experience.

Day 1-Departure from Delhi Cantonment Railway Station at 1500 hrs.

Day 2- Arrive at Chittaurgarh Railway Station at 0530 hrs. Visit Chittaur Fort (built in the 7th century), nine-storied watchtower, 12th century tower of fame and Rana Kumbha Palace. Departure for Udaipur at 0900 hrs. Arrival at 1215 hrs. Explore the City of Dawn and its breathtaking lakes, gardens, temples esplanades and palaces. Departure for Mehsana at 1750 hrs.

Day 3- Arrive at Mehsana at 0645 hrs. Departure for Ahmedabad at 1115 hrs. Arrival Ahmedabad at 1245 hrs. Visit Jumma Masjid, Rani Roopmati Mosque, Sarkhej Rauza, Hateesingh Jain Temple and Sun Temple. Departure for Sasangir at 2015 hrs.

Day 4- Saturday. Arrive at Sansangir at 0800 hrs. Explore the Gir Forest and see the majestic Asiatic lion in its natural habitat. Departure for Delwada at 1115 hrs. Arrive at Delwada at 1430 hrs. Sunbathe at the beautiful virgin beach or indulge in various water sports. Visit is the Fort of Diu. Departure for Palitana at 2000 hrs.

Day 5- Arrive at Palitana, the Temple City, at 0745 hrs. The city has more than 863 temples built over a period of 900 years. Departure for Ahmedabad at 1200 hrs. Arrive at Ahmedabad at 1745 hrs. Visit village that still lives in the medieval age and Aamer Palace and the Shila Mata Temple. Departure for Udaipur at 2230 hrs.

Day 6- Arrive at Udaipur. Visit to Ranakpur at 0715 hrs and explore the 500-year-old temples. Departure for Jaipur at 2000 hrs.

Day 7- Arrive at Jaipur at 0750 hrs. Visit City Palace, Museum, Jantar Mantar and Hawa Mahal. Departure for Delhi at 2155 hrs.

Day 8- Arrive at Delhi Cantonment at 0700 hrs.