Palace on Wheels
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Tour ID : |
PW001 |
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Duaration : |
7 Nights & 8 Days |
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Destination Covered : |
Delhi - Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur -
Sawai Madhopur - Chittaurgarh - Udaipur - Bharatpur - Agra |
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Wednesday : New Delhi 09.30 hrs.
Join the tour group for a day tour of New Delhi. Tour includes visit to the
India Gate, Lotus Temple, Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb and more. After lunch
at a local restaurant, you will be taken to the Safdarjung Railway station,
New Delhi 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.
Thursday : Jaipur
Arrival 02.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs.
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, 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
Amber Fort, eight kms away, where rides on caparisoned elephants add to the
ambiance. Shop for Jaipurs famous jewellery, handicrafts, carpets,
blue pottery and textiles. Near Ajmeri Gate is 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.
Friday : Jaisalmer Arrival 08.15 hrs. Departure
23.00 hrs.
In the heart of the Thar Desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in
1156 A.D. The first visit here is to 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 carvers skill.
Shopping at Rajasthali-the only Rajasthan Govt. emporium, for fine pattu
shawls, mirror work & embroidered articles, wooden boxes, trinkets,
silver jewellery and curios. Lunch on board, followed by an exciting camel
ride on the sand dunes of Sam, before sipping a refreshing cup of tea. Enjoy
the dinner and the cultural programme at a hotel in Jaisalmer. The train
leaves for Jodhpur at night.
Saturday : Jodhpur Arrival 07.00 hrs.
Departure15.30 hrs.
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. The visit to the fort complex is followed by
lunch at the 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.
Sunday : Sawai Madhopur Arrival 04.00 hrs.
Departure 10.30 hrs.
One can almost sense a life in 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 is located the ruins of a 10th century fort. This
wildlife sanctuary is considered to be the countrys 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 which constitute the carnivorous
population here. Sawai Madhopur is known for its exclusive toys, ethnic
ornaments and costumes. Upon return to the Palace on Wheels, the train
leaves for Chittaurgarh, when one gets an opportunity to watch the colorful
countryside passing by in the daylight.
Sunday : Chittaurgarh Arrival 16.00 hrs.
After lunch on board you are in Chittaurgarh. A visit to the fort, images
of love and valour; scars of battles lost and won
.thrice-besieged,
Chittaurgarh Fort is all this and more.
Monday : Udaipur Departure 05.30 hrs. from
Chittaurgarh for Udaipur
Arrive in Udaipur, the Lake City at 7:30 AM. 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 an
exhilarating visit to City Palace. In the evening visit the crystal gallery.
Later proceed to Bharatpur on board Palace on Wheels
Tuesday : Bharatpur Arrival 06.30hrs. Departure
11.45 hrs.
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 for thousands of
Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowls and other species of birds.
Tuesday : Agra Arrival 14.30 hrs Departure 23.00
hrs.
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 jewellery.
Dinner on board and a good nights sleep.
Wednesday : Delhi Arrival 06.00 hrs.
Arrive early morning at 06.00 hrs at New Delhi Railway Station.
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