The railways unquestionably bring back the romance of travel; there is simply no better way to see Rajasthan than by rail. Each destination is easily connected with the other; there are overnighters as well as day trains.
The most famous is the luxury train Palace on Wheels. This regal train requires regular maintenance to preserve the same opulence and splendor as of the palaces of erstwhile Maharajas. (Hence it does not operate in May, June, July and August)
The Palace on Wheels
Palace on Wheels takes you on a wonderful and charming royal journey through the long-gone era of the Maharajas. On board you will feel the enchantment of royal Rajasthan and incredible Agra. Each saloon has special attendants called Khidmatgars, who are there to lend a helping hand, should you need something. There are two Dining Cars in Palace on Wheels. ; A bar-cum-lounge car & four service cars. Fresh food is cooked in an onboard kitchen. The train also has a small library, mini-gym & beauty parlor. The Palace on wheels is fully air-conditioned and has delicious luxuries hidden in every nook and cranny.

Trip Itinerary

The journey begins on the Wednesday night when the dinner is served onboard. Arrival at Jaipur is on Thursday where a royal welcome by elephants awaits you. After seeing Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort lunch is served at the Rambagh Palace Hotel. Visit Jantar Mantar the ancient observatory & city palace then back to the train for dinner.
 
Arrival at the 12th century city of Jaisalmer is on Friday. The city is dominated by a grand fort of the same name. Explore to your hearts fill and experience the famed camel safaris & desert camps. Dine under the stars to the rhythm of Rajasthani music.
Reaching Jodhpur on Saturday, you get to visit the magnificent Mehrangar fort and Jaswant Thada, the royal monument. Lunch is at the Umaid Bhawan Palace
On Sunday you arrive at Sawai Madhopur home to the Ranthambore National Park, a project Tiger Reserve. Depart for Chittorgarh and lunch on board. Chittorgarh fort is steeped in moving legends of honor and pride.
On Monday you arrive at Udaipur also known as the City of Lakes. Lunch is at the lake Palace Hotel, enjoy the serenity of Lake Pichola.Visit the city Palace the abode of the maharajas of Udaipur in all its ancient grandeur.
Tuesday you reach Bharatpur and the famous Keoladeo Ghana National Park. It is residence to 300 species of birds some flying in from faraway Siberia and China. In the afternoon arrive in Agra .Visit the sandstone fort of Fatehpur Sikri and see the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Dine at the Taj Khema.
Wednesday the trip ends and the train arrives in Delhi. The trip lasts for eight days and seven nights of pure royal charm.
The Fairy Queen
The other famous train of Rajasthan is The Fairy Queen.
 The Fairy Queen train finds mention in the "Guinness Book of World Records" as the oldest running steam locomotive in the world.
The Fairy Queen provides a relaxing weekend trip between Delhi and Alwar It the reaches the charming town of Alwar in Rajasthan the same day, from there the guests are taken to Sariska Tiger Reserve for an overnight stay. Breakfast is served on board and the train returns to Delhi.
Be it on the ‘Palace’ or the ‘Fairy’ no trip to Rajasthan is complete unless you have traveled in these trains of bygone areas.
 


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