Day 01 - Arrive at Delhi

Arrive Delhi transfer to the hotel and afternoon free and evening in sound and light show at red forts.
Overnight at Hotel

Day 02 - Delhi
Morning - Breakfast at hotel.

In the morning visit New Delhi Sightseeing Tours Visit Qutub Minar, Bhai Temple (Lotus Temple) Parliyament House and India Gate back to Hotel and afternoon 3oclock, old delhi sightseeing tours . Rajghat,Gandhi Memorial, Red Fort, Chandni Chowk & Jamma Masjid.

Rajghat - On the banks of the river Yamuna is the Rajghat where the father of the nation Mahatama Gandhi was cremated in 1948, soon after India attained it freedom.

Jama Masjid - It is one of the largest mosques in India. The tomb was constructed when Shah Jahan decided to make Delhi his capital. Built in 1656 AD, the mosque took about six years to complete and about 5,000 labourers and craftsmen worked on the mosque.

Red Fort - Also known as Lal Quilla, the Red Fort is another important addition by Shah Jahan on the landscape of Delhi. Shah Jahan built the Red Fort in 1648.

In the afternoon visit of New Delhi visiting Qutab Minar & Humayun's Tomb. Qutab Minar - built in 1199, The 72.5 metres long monument has 379 steps to reach the top. Qutab-ud-din Aibak started the construction of Qutab Minar in 1199 but he died before completing it. Later his son-in-law and successor completed Qutab Minar.

Humayun's Tomb - The mausoleum of the Mughal emperor Humayun is a popular monument in Delhi. The tomb was constructed by Humayun's wife in his memory. The tomb was built between 1562 and 1572 AD. The tomb is located near the shrine of saint Nizamuddin Aulyia.

Also drive past visit Rahstrapati Bhawan (from outside) – Parliament & India Gate.

India Gate is a majestic high arch, 42 meters high, built as a memorial to the Indian soldiers killed in the World War I. Beneath it burns an eternal flame. From the base of the arch one can get a good view of the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Return back to hotel in the evening. Overnight at Hotel

Day 03 - Delhi / Palace on Wheels (Wednesday )

Breakfast at hotel.

Morning at leisure.

At 1500hrs, transfer to Delhi Cantonment Railway station to board Palace on Wheels, departing at 1830hrs.

Palace on Wheels
The journey of a lifetime begins at the Delhi Cantonment station where the guests are accorded a warm, traditional welcome before the Palace-on-Wheels pulls out into the night for a week-long luxury cruise through fascinating Rajasthan.
Overnight on board

Day 04 - Jaipur (Arrival at 0200hrs: departure at 1930hrs)  (Thursday )

The first stop of the Palace-on-Wheels is Jaipur, one of the most well planned cities of the world of its time. This capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the Pink City,was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, in 1727 A.D.

To explore the city, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, which is a remarkable five-storied building a on the main street of the old city in pink splendour with semi-octagonal and delicate honey combed sandstone windows. This is followed by a visit
to Amber Fort where rides on caparisoned elephants add to the ambience.

Lunch at Le Meridien

After lunch, you are off to the City Palace, home of the erstwhile royal family. Right across the road from the City Palace is the Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory built by Sawai Jai Singh II.

Return back to Palace on Wheels around 1830hrs.
Dinner on Board
 

Day 05 - Jaisalmer (Arrival at 0815hrs: Departure at 2300hrs)  (Friday )

Inthe heart of the Thar desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal,in 1 1 56 A.D. Here the yellow sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city. Discover the painstakingly latticed havelis or mansions with their grand facades. The Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim Singh-ki-haveli are fine examples of the stone carver's skill.

Lunch at Fort Rajwada.

After lunch on board, go for an exciting camel ride on the sand dunes of Sam, before sipping a refreshing cup of tea. Enjoy the dinner and the cultural programmes at a hotel.

Day 06 - Jodhpur (Arrival at 0700hrs: Departure at 1530hrs)  (Saturday )

Today Palace-on-Wheels is in Jodhpur, a city ringed by a high stone wall with seven gates and several bastions. This second largest city of Rajasthan, founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 A.D. is known for its rock-solid Mehrangarh Fort. The grand palaces within -Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana are impressive examples of architectural excellence. Near the fort complex lies Jaswant Thada, and a group of royal cenotaphs made of white marble.

Lunch at Umaid Bhawan Palace

After lunch, return to the Palace-on-Wheels. While in Jodhpur shop for exquisite handcrafted articles including the famous breeches, embroidered shoes, metal curios, silverware, paintings and tie and dye fabrics

Dinner on Board

Day 07 - Sawai Madhopur (Arrival at 0400hrs: Departure at 1030hrs)  (Sunday )

One can almost sense a life of the wilderness, as the Palace-on-Wheels arrives in Sawai Madhopur, a city named after its founder Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I. After breakfast on board a visit is arranged to the Ranthambhor National Park, wherein are located the ruins of a 10th century fort. This wildlife sanctuary is considered to be the country's best for observing and photographing the activities of the tiger. The park, covering an area of 392 sq. kms. is home to more than 300 species of birds. The tiger, hyena, rate, jackal and fox are among those constituting the carnivorous population here. Sawai Madhopur is known for its excusive toys, ethnic ornaments and costumes. Upon return to the Palace-on-Wheels, you leave for Chittaurgarh, when one gets an opportunity to watch the colourful countryside passing by in the daylight.

Chittorgarh (Arrive at 1600hrs: Departure at 2000hrs)   ( Monday )

Lunch on board you are in Chittaurgarh. Images of love and valour; scars of battles lost and won thrice-besieged, Chittaurgarh Fort is all this and more. Moving legends of honour and pride will echo in your mind as you proceed to Udaipur.

Day 08 - Udaipur (Arrival at 0730hrs: Departure at 1730hrs) ( Tuesday )

The Luxury Coach will take you to Udaipur, the Lake City, It was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven away by the Mughals, in 1559A.D. Perhaps the two most beautiful sites of Udaipur are the dream-like marble palaces- the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) and the Jag Mandir, which appear to rise from the blue waters of Lake Pichhola.

Lunch at Taj Lake Palace

After lunch, a visit to the City Palace is exhilarating. The luxury coach then takes you back to the Palace-on-Wheels. Dinner on board

Day 09 - Bharatpur (Arrival at 0630hrs: Departure at 0900hrs)   ( Wednesday )

Morning the Palace on Wheels arrives in Bharatpur, the capital of Maharaja Suraj Mal. After breakfast pay a visit to the world famous bird sanctuary, Keoladeo Ghana National Park, the nesting place for thousands of Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds.

Agra (Arrival at 1430hrs: Departure at 2100hrs)

Arrive at Fatehpur Sikri-the red sandstone Mughal palatial complex. Within the enclosure is a mosque built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar and dedicated to Sheikh Salim Chishti, a muslim Sufi saint who blessed him with a son.

After lunch on board move on to the Red Fort and then from and arrive at the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. A pristine monument of undying love. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Agra is known for its splendid marble inlay work like the Pietra Dura work on the Taj, leather goods and jewellery.

Day 10 - Delhi (Arrival at 0600hrs)  (Thursday )

Arrive at Delhi Cantonment Railway Station at 0600hrs the let the pleasant memories of the past week linger on your mind for a long, long time.
Breakfast on board & check out at 0800hrs and transfer to Hotel

Rest of the day at leisure.


Late evening transfer to International Airport to board flight for onward destination.

Tour cost includes
1. Accommodation on twin / double sharing basis.
2. Full board during stay in Delhi.
3. Transportation in Delhi by air-conditioned Coach/ Car (Indian Model) for all  transfers / sightseeing.
4. Services of an English speaking local guide for the visit of the city.
5. Entrance fee to the monuments.

Tour costs does not include
1. Items of personal nature like, tips at hotel / restaurants, portage at airports /
    railway stations during transfers, laundry, telephone calls.
2. Any drinks / mineral water / beverage during tour.
3. Any airfare.
4. Any other items not mentioned in “tour cost includes” section.
 

The Palace On Wheels Tour Cost Includes
Tariff is inclusive of travel/ catering/ conducted sightseeing/ entrance fee at monuments/ parks/ palaces/ cultural programs/ camel ride at Jaisalmer/ boat ride at Udaipur/ rickshaw ride at Bharatpur and for still cameras.

The Palace On Wheels Tour Cost does not Include
Guest has to pay for video cameras, liquor, laundry and other items of personal nature