Duration
: 9 Days
/ 8 Nights
Destinations covered : Delhi, Jaipur,
Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Sawai Madhopur, Udaipur, Agra,
Bharatpur
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
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. Jodhpur houses grand palaces
like the Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal and the Phool Mahal.
In these exquisite palaces, forts, temples and havelis,
the genius of its sculptors comes to life and stand as
a testimony to the imperial grandeur of the city. The
Umaid Bhawan Palace hotel is said to be the biggest
private residence of single individual.
Day 05 : Morning: Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambhor)
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.
Evening at Chittaurgarh. Chittaurgarh owes its name to
the women of the city who performed 'jauhar' or
immolated themselves to escape the designs of foreign
conquerors. Legends of valor and chivalry surround the
majestic Chittaurgarh fort.
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 : Morning Agra
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.
Day 08 : Afternoon Bharatpur
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 09 : Delhi
After early breakfast, a week in wonderland comes to
an end.