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The Palace on Wheels is the most famous tourist train of India. It is one of the world's most exciting, luxurious and comfortable rail journeys. The facilities provided and the destinations it reaches make the train incomparable with any other train. The tourist just leaves all his worries to the train management and indulges himself in the royal history of Rajasthan and Agra.

Tour of the Train
Jaipur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Sawai Madhopur - Chittaurgarh - Udaipur - Bharatpur - Agra - Delhi

Facilities in The Palace on Wheels :

Every saloon coach provides with itself a mini-bar and kitchenette. Each train cabin has its own toilet with hot and cold running water. Indian or European food, both kind of food is available. A public address system provides soft background music. It is also used for important announcements. One can also avail of a library. A first-aid room has been arranged on the train; medical assistance is available at every stopping place. A bureau de change which also accepts travelers cheques can also be availed in the train.

Day 1
Delhi has been the capital of India for a long time. The city is the combination of the quaint effect of the bygone years and the days of modern technology. The city has been the center of country politics and holds several edifices of historical significance.

Day 2
Jaipur, the capital of the Indian state of Rajasthan was founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the late 17th century. The city boasts of an amalgamation of traditional lifestyle modern ways.
» Arrival at Jaipur
» Breakfast
» Departure for local sightseeing
» Lunch at the Rambagh Palace Hotel
» Departure for Jaisalmer
» Dinner

Day 3
Visit the desert city of Jaisalmer. The city has attractions like the Fort and the Patwon ki Haveli.
» Arrival at Jaisalmer
» Breakfast served
» Departure for local sightseeing
» Lunch and rest
» Go on a camel safari in the desert
» Relish an exclusive cultural programme
» Dinner
» Departure for Jodhpur

Day 4
Jodhpur was founded by Rao Jodhaji in the mid-15th century. It presents tourist attractions like Moti Mahal (Pearl Palace), Phool Mahal (Flower Palace) and Sukh Mahal (Pleasure Palace).
» Breakfast
» Arrival at Jodhpur
» Local sightseeing
» Lunch at the Umaid Bhawan Palace
» Departure for Sawai Madhopur
» Dinner

Day 5
Sawai Madhopur is the town at the entrance of Ranthambhore National Park, which is known for its lush environs, clear lakes, meandering rivers and various wild species.
» Arrival at Sawai Madhopur
» Breakfast
» Visit the Ranthambhore National Park
» Departure for Chittaurgarh
» Lunch
» Arrival at Chittaurgarh
» Departure for local sightseeing
» Departure for Udaipur
» Dinner

Day 6
Next stop of the train in Udaipur. It was founded in the mid-16th century by Maharana Udai Singh. Lake Palace is the major attraction of the city.
» Arrival at Udaipur. Breakfast served
» Departure for local sightseeing
» Departure for Bharatpur
» Dinner

Day 7
The world renowned bird sanctuary at Bharatpur is the residence of more than four hundred varieties of exotic birds. The fascinating city of Agra boasts of Taj Mahal, a wonder of the world.
» Arrival in Agra. Breakfast served
» Local sightseeing in Agra, Departure from Agra
» Arrival at Fatehpur Sikri. Go for local sightseeing.
» Dinner served, Departure for Delhi.

Day 8
End of the journey in Delhi.