Heritage Palace on Wheels
HERITAGE PALACE ON WHEELS
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS – DELHI THRU’ DELHII
India – the ancient land of mystery, palaces, and kings, romance, and intrigue, nobility and grandeur. A land steeped in a tradition of services and privileges to royalty.
Culture of India has been shaped by the long history of India, its unique geography and the absorption of customs, traditions and ideas from some of its neighbors as well as by preserving its ancient heritages, which were formed during the Indus Valley Civilization and evolved further during the Vedic age, rise and decline of Buddhism, Golden age, Muslim conquests and European colonization. India’s great diversity of cultural practices, languages, customs, and traditions are examples of this unique co-mingling over the past five millennia.
There is no better way to experience the cultural heartland of Rajasthan than by the Palace on Wheels. Relish the lifestyles of the kings of yore on board the Palace on Wheels, while listening to the silent tales of glory and valor told by the majestic forts and splendid palaces of Rajasthan.
Day 1: DELHI – JAIPUR
PALACE ON WHEELS
| You have to report at Palace on Wheels station to complete the check-in formalities. Boarding formalities are undertaken by our representative at the station, we are afforded a warm and traditional welcome before boarding the Palace on Wheels. You will be escorted to your cabin and given a brief familiarization tour by the Khidmatgars with a welcome drink, as we start our GOLDEN TRIANGLE journey through Rajasthan. |
| Departure time for Palace on Wheels train, dinner will be served on board |
| Meal summary: Dinner is included and will be served in the restaurant car Palace on Wheels. |
Day 2: JAIPUR
PALACE ON WHEELS
| Breakfast is served in the comfort of your cabin. |
| The first stop of 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, in1727 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 along the main street of the old city in pink splendor with semi-octagonal and delicate honey-combed sandstone windows. |
| This is followed by a visit to Albert Hall and 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 the Sawai Jai Singh II. |
| Ride on caparisoned elephants add to the ambiance at the Amber fort followed by the lunch. Then you will be off to visit Amber Fort. Shop for Jaipur’s famous jewellery, handicrafts, carpets blue pottery and textiles. |
| The Luxury coach will take you back to Palace on Wheels, Dinner will be served on board. |
| Meal summary: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner is included, as per the Palace on Wheels package. |
Day 3: SAWAI MADHOPUR & AGRA
PALACE ON WHEELS
| 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. 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 392sq kms is home to more than 300 species of birds. The tiger, hyena, ratel, jackal and fox are among those constituting the carnivorous population here. Sawai Madhopur is known for its exclusive toys, ethnic ornaments and costumes. |
| After the game, a safari canter will take you back to Palace on Wheels for breakfast on board. |
| Lunch will be served on board as we head for Agra, when one gets an opportunity to watch the colourful countryside passing by in the daylight. |
| Upon arrival in Agra, you will be de-board from Palace On Wheels. |
| Move on to pay a visit to 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 also known for its splendid marble inlay work like the Pietra Dura work on the Taj, leather goods and jewellery. |
| The Luxury coach will take you back to Palace on Wheels, dinner will be served on board. |
| Meal summary: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner is included, as per the Palace on Wheels package. |
Day 4: DEPART DELHI
BY: INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT
| Breakfast is served in your cabin. |
| Your final morning in India & de-board the train at the Safdarjung Railway station. |
Please note venue of meals & timings of sightseeing’s would be subject to change as per Indian railways norms.
SPECIAL PACKAGE RATES 2017/2018
VALID 01 JAN 2018 – 31 MARCH 2018
RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE, INCASE OF ANY REVISION IN PRICE
| Category (04 Days & 03 Nights) | December 2017 to March 2018 (Per Pax Per Night) | December 2017 to March 2018 (Per Pax Per Night) |
|---|---|---|
| Tariff in USD | Tariff in INR | |
| Single Occupancy – Deluxe | USD 500 | 32,000 |
| Double Occupancy – Deluxe | USD 300 | 19,200 |
| Triple Occupancy – Deluxe | USD 250 | 16,000 |
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Cost of travel on train.
- Catering on board during the tour (includes morning tea, breakfast, lunch, evening tea and dinner).
- Conducted sightseeing tours in deluxe coaches alongwith other Train members.
- Entrance fees for monuments and palaces, cultural entertainment exactly as per POW Itinerary.
- Services will terminate on DAY 04 after Breakfast in Delhi
- Cost Excludes Govt. of India Goods & Services Tax
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- OPERATES AS PER SCHEDULE
- ITINERARY ENCLOSED
DEPOSIT
- 20 % OF RACK RATE (TICKET VALUE) AT THE TIME OF BOOKING & BALANCE PAYMENT 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE
CANCELLATION CHARGES
- 10% of ticket value 90 days or more prior to departure date.
- 20% of ticket value between 89 to 30 days prior to departure date.
- 100% of ticket value 29 days prior to departure date.
On cancellation of bookings suo-moto by RTDC no cancellation charges will be deducted.
However, RTDC will not be liable for any refund or compensation for any services such as pre/post accommodation, airline tickets, excursions, extensions etc. that have been booked by the guest and/or his/her travel agent
CHILD DISCOUNT :
- 10% of the Rack Rate will be charged for childern below 5 years.
- Age 5 Years and more but less than 12 Years will be @ 50%
SPECIAL NOTES :
- Cost is Nett & Non-Commissionable
- Palace on Wheels reserved the right to revise the tariff without any prior intimation.
DEPARTURE DATES :
| Months | Dates |
|---|---|
| January, 2018 | 19, 26 |
| February, 2018 | 16, 23 |
| March, 2018 | 16, 23 |