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Palace
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Welcome
aboard The Palace On Wheels on its splendid and enchanting
royal journey through the bygone era of the erstwhile Maharajas.
Though
times have changed and the winds have shifted, the Palace
On Wheels cruises along in royal style, the kind only the
Maharajas of yesteryears could have perpetuated and enjoyed.
The
exquisite and exclusive Palace On Wheels has luxurious cabins,
wall to wall carpeting, a well stocked bar, two dining cars
and a very personalized service... in fact, almost everything
that could compromise of heaven on earth for seven days! |
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Wednesday.....Reporting Time 16.00 hrs. Dep. 18.30 hrs.
New Delhi |
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 |
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Day-2
Thursday ....Arrival 02.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs
Jaipur |
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 Swai 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 storeyed 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
Amber Fort, eight kms. away, where rides on caparisoned
elephants add to the ambiance. Shop for Jaipur’s famous
jewellery, handicrafts, carpets blue pottery and textiles.
Near Ajmeri Gate is located Rajasthali - the only Rajasthan
Govt. Emporium selling genuine handicrafts at fixed prices
After
lunch at a Palace Hotel, 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 the Sawai Jai Singh II. The Luxury coaches will
take you back to Palace on Wheels around 6.30 pm. Dinner
on Board. |
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Day-3
Friday .....Arrival 08.15 hrs. Departure 23.00 hrs. Jaisalmer |
In
the heart of the Thar Desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by
Rawal Jaisal, in 1156A.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
Shop
at Rajasthali-the only Rajasthan Govt. emporium, for fine
pattu shawls, mirror work & embroidered articles, wooden
boxes, trinkets, silver jewellery and curios. 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
in Jaisalmer.
The train leaves for Jodhpur at night |
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Day-4
Saturday .....Arrival 07.00 hrs. Departure15.30 hrs. Jodhpur |
Next
morning the 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.
After
lunch at a royal Palace hotel, return to the Palace on Wheels.
While in Jodhpur shop for the exquisite handcrafted articles
including the famous breeches, embroidered shoes, metal
curios, silverware, paintings and tie and dye fabrics |
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Day-5
Sunday .....Arrival 04.00 hrs. Departure 10.30 hrs. Sawai
Madhopur |
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
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, ratel, jackal
and fox are among those constituting the carnivorous population
here. Sawai Madhopur is known for its exclusive 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. |
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Day-5
Sunday ...Arrival 16.00 hrs. Chittaurgarh |
After
lunch on board you are in Chittaurgarh. Images of love and
valour; scars of battles lost and won….thrice-beseiged,
Chittaurgarh Fort is all this and more. Moving legends of
honour and pride will echo in your mind as you proceed to
Udaipur. |
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Day-6
Monday ....Departure 20.00 hrs. from Chittaurgarh
/ Udaipur |
The
Luxury Coach will take you to Udaipur, the Lake City, the
next morning. 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. After lunch at Lake Palace Hotel a visit
to City Palace is exhilarating.
The
luxury coach then takes you back to the Palace on Wheels
at Chittaurgarh, thus winding up a day full of delights. |
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Day-7
Tuesday ...Arrival 06.30hrs. Departure 11.45 hrs. Bharatpur |
Early
next morning, the Palace 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 of thousands of Egrets, Siberian Cranes,
migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds. |
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Day-7
Tuesday .....Arrival 14.30 hrs Departure 23.00 hrs. Agra |
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 the Sheikh Salim Chisti, a muslim
Sufi Saint who blessed him with a son. After lunch move
on from the Red Fort 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 jewelry.
After
dinner on board and a good night’s sleep, arrive at
Delhi Cantt. at 6.00 hrs the next morning and let the pleasant
memories of the past week linger on your mind for a long,
long time |
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