Palace on Wheels is the luxurious way of touring Rajasthan. The luxury train is the best way of enjoying your Rajasthan tour. The train- Palace on Wheels takes you to different cities and towns in Rajasthan on its seven-day tour. The train also takes you to one of the most popular tourist destination in India-Taj Mahal. The train starts its journey in the night from Delhi Cantt Railway station and reaches Jaipur next morning.
The train passes through following destinations during its seven-day journey.
Jaipur-The Pink City (Day-1)
The first destination on the itinerary of the Palace on Wheels is the capital of Rajasthan-Jaipur. The Pink City was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1727 and is one of the most popular destinations in Rajasthan. After breakfast on board, tourists head on the sightseeing tour of the Pink City. The caparisoned elephants welcome in a traditional style with garland.  Hawa Mahal or Palace of Wind is one of the most photographed monuments in Jaipur. Amber Fort is another important monument that tourists visit. You can choose to ride an elephant from the base or walk up to the grand fort.
Jaipur is well known for its colourful bazaars and a trip to the bustling bazaars is an important part of the Palace on Wheels itinerary. After lunch at Ram Bagh Palace, proceed to see the City Palace, which is home to the royal family. You also visit Jantar Mantar and other tourist spots before returning to the comforts of the Palace on Wheels. After tea, get ready to enjoy the sumptuous dinner and cultural programme. Retire to bed for a good sleep.
Jaisalmer-The Golden City (Day-2)
Open your eyes in the Golden City-Jaisalmer- on day two. Jaisalmer was founded by Rawal Jaisal in 1156 AD and is home to some magnificent monuments. After breakfast, proceed on the sightseeing tour of Jaisalmer. Come back for onboard lunch, after rest, head to visit sand dunes and enjoy camel safari. Proceed for dinner and cultural programme in a hotel in Jaisalmer. Return to the luxury of the train and departure for Jodhpur.
Jodhpur-The Blue City (Day-3)
The Blue City of Jodhpur welcomes you. The city of Jodhpur was founded by Rao Jodha in 1459. After breakfast onboard, head for the sight seeing tour of Jodhpur. Enjoy your lunch at Umaid Bhawan Palace. Proceed to Sawai Madhopur, dinner on board.
Sawai Madhopur-The Tiger Land (Day-4)
Arrive in Sawai Madhopur, the gateway to Rantahmbore National Park. After onboard breakfast, head to the park for a date with wild animals. Before noon, departure for Chittorgarh and lunch on board. Arrive at Chittorgarh and head for the local sightseeing. After sightseeing, return to the comforts of the luxury train, after onboard dinner head for Udaipur.
Udaipur-The City of Lakes (Day-5)
Arrive in Udaipur in the morning. Udaipur is famous for its lakes and beautiful palaces. After breakfast, proceed on the sightseeing tour. Enjoy your lunch in the Lake Palace hotel. After lunch relax and then proceed to Bharatpur in the night.
Bharatpur and Agra (Day-6)
The paradise for bird watchers, Bharatpur is known for its bird sanctuary. Arrive at Bharatpur in the morning head for the sanctuary. Breakfast at the Bharatpur Forest Lodge. After your Bharatpur, an AC coach will take you to Fatehpur Sikri. Proceed to Agra, lunch onboard or at the Mughal Sheraton hotel. After lunch, sightseeing tour of Agra and Taj Mahal. Proceed to Delhi, dinner on board.
Delhi (Day-7)
Arrive in Delhi Cantt railway station. Head back to home. Tour Ends.
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