Royal Rajasthan on Wheels

A new and more luxurious Palace on Wheels is here to take you on a magical trip of Rajasthan. This new luxurious train is the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels. Launched by the Rajasthan government and Indian Railways, Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is meant to give more and more tourists a luxurious ride through the royal state of Rajasthan.

The destination covered by the brand new luxury train is not very different from existing Palace on Wheels. Following is the route chart of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels:

Delhi – Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur/Chittorgarh – Udaipur – Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Bharatpur/ Agra - Delhi

Very little modifications in the route means that travellers have an opportunity to enjoy the same destinations as covered by Palace on Wheels with more luxury on board. This also means that those who have already had an opportunity to travel on the Palace on Wheels, have something different to experience on this journey.

Facilities Offered
As stated above, the new Palace on Wheels or the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is more luxurious than the existing one. First, the number of passengers that are allowed in RROW (82) is less than the Palace on Wheels (130). Also there is no provision for triple occupancy in this new train; only double occupancy option is available. One Super Deluxe Saloon and one spa car are additional luxuries that are offered in this train. Two Restro Lounges (Bar) are there for those who enjoy delicious food and drink.

The train offers spacious cabins with bed and sitting area; bathing area with running hot and cold water; pantry in each sleeper car; Internet Wi-Fi- system and an attendant per coach for serving the needs of passengers. The Deluxe cabin have additional feature of Channel Music & Public Address

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Tour Details
Following is the detailed itinerary of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels

Day 1: Sunday, Delhi
Reception and Traditional Welcome at Safdarjung Railway Station.

4.00 PM : Check in at Safdarjung Railway Station
6.30 PM : Departure for Jaipur
8.00 PM : Dinner on Board

Day 2: Monday, Jaipur
Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan is a beautiful city with loads of attractions. The major ones include the City Palace which is a museum, heritage hotel and residence of the royal maharaja – all in one; Hawa Mahal or the Palace on Winds and Amber Fort. Jaipur is also a place for shoppers. Traditional handicraft work and fabric are highly sought after items.

3.45 AM : Arrival at Jaipur
7.00 AM : Breakfast on Board
8.00 AM : Welcome with Shenai Elephant & Garland
8.30 AM : Departure by coach for Sight Seeing
1.30 PM : Visit to Albert Hall, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Elephant ride and Lunch at Amber Fort
3.00 PM : Visit of Amber Fort
4.30 PM : Shopping
6.00 PM : Return to train for tea & fresh N Up
7.00 PM : Departure for Jaipur by Night Tour
8.00 PM : Arrival at Jai Mahal Palace
10.00 PM : Departure from Palace Hotel to Train
10.30 PM : Arrival at Durgapura Railway Staion.
11.30 PM : Departure for Sawai Madhopur

Day 3: Tuesday, Sawai Madhopur/Chittorgarh
Swami Madhopur is the home to the religious shrines like Chamatkar Temple, Kala Gaura Bhairava Temple and Chauth Mata. A visit to this place will help the tourist wander around the world famous tiger reserve, the Ranthambhar National Park.

05.30 AM : Arrival at Sawai Madhopur
06.00 AM : Departure for Ranthambhore National Park (Sanctuary visit)
09.15 AM : Break Fast at Vinayak Hotel & visit of Jhoomar Baori
10.00 AM : Arrival on Board
10.30 AM : Departure for Chittourgarh Lunch on Board
4.00 PM : Arrival at Chittorgarh
4.30 PM : Departure for Sight Seeing, Evening Tea at Fort.
6.00 PM : Evening Tea & Light & Sound Programme at Fort
7.30 PM : Return to Train
8.00 PM : Dinner at Hotel Panna with culture programme

Day 4: Wednesday, Udaipur
The beautiful 'city of lakes' is also known as the �Venice of the East�. The Lake Palace hotel which is situated in between Lake Pichola is the most visited attraction here. The City Palace on the banks of Lake Pichola is yet another attraction along with Shilpgram and Sahalion ki Bari. Chittaurgah or Chittorgarh is known for its history. The massive fort has witnessed three major sieges. Everytime, the these sieges resulted in numerous lives being lost. The city is today an emblem of Rajput valoury and sacrifice.

02.00 AM : Departure from Chittorgarh
08.00 AM : Arrival at Udaipur
08.15 AM : Break Fast at Sikarbari.
9.00 AM : Departure for Sight Seeing by coach Sahalio Ki Bari, City Palace & Crystal Gallery
1.30 PM : Lunch at Fateh Prakash and after October at Sunset Point
2.45 PM : Boat Ride
3.00 PM : Arrival at Station
3.30 PM : Evening Tea on board
3.30 PM : Departure for Jaisalmer
7.30 PM : Dinner on board

Day 5: Thursday, Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer or the Golden city of Rajasthan is situated at a distance of 638km from Jaipur. A travel in this ancient trading center will offer the majestic havelis of 19th century, the Jaisalmer Fort, Tazia tower and the silent flow of Godi Sagar. Visitors at times, can also witness the live performance of traditional songs and dance.

07.30 AM : Break Fast on Board
09.15 AM : Arrival at Jaisalmer
09.15 AM : Departure for Sight Seeing
Visit of Gadsisar Lake, Fort, Havlies and City
1.30 PM : Arrival to train for lunch after October lunch at Moomal Hotel.
3.30 PM : Departure for (Kuldhara, Sam duns and camel ride & tea)
7.45 PM : Dinner & Cultural Programme at Sam duns.
11.00 PM : Arrival on train
11.45 PM : Departure for Jodhpur


Day 6: Friday, Jodhpur
Jodhpur, also known as the 'Blue city', was once the centre of marwar, the largest princely state of Rajputana. Today, the highlight of the town is the massive Mehrangarh Fort. Few other attractions include Umaid Bhawan Palace, Govt. Bangur Museum, Phool Mahal, Janki Mahal, Jaswant Thada, and Mandore Garden.

07.00 AM : Arrival at Mandor Jodhpur
07.30 AM : Break Fast on Board
09.00 AM : Departure for Sightseeing
Visit of Meharangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada & Umaid Bhawan Palace
1.30 PM : Lunch at Umaid Bhawan Palace / 5 Star Hotel
2.45 PM : Return to train
3.30 PM : Departure for Bharatpur.
7.30 PM : Dinner on board

Day 7: Saturday, Bharatpur/Agra
Bharatpur is very unlike the rest of the places covered by the luxury train. No wonder, it also boasts of a royal history, but the highlight here is not any fort or palace. Instead, it is a bird sanctuary that attracts all the attention here. Numerous species of birds have made Bharatpur their home. Infact, the bird sanctuary, which is also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park, is a world heritage site.

Agra needs no introduction as it is the city of the Taj Mahal – a monument of love that has not only kept its place in hearts of lovers but also in the UNESCO world heritage sites list intact. The beautiful white marble monument reminds visitors of the immortal love story of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz Mahal. Apart from the Taj mahal, Agra also boasts of the magnificent Agra Fort.

05.00 AM : Arrival at Bharatpur
06.00 AM : Departure for Keola Deo National Park (Ghana Bird Sanctuary)
07.30 AM : Break fast at Bird Sanctuary forest lodge
08.30 AM : Return to Train
08.45 AM Departure for Agra.
10.30 AM : Arrival at Agra Fort Railway Station
11.00 AM : Departure for Sightseeing-Visit to Fort of Agra..
1.30 PM : Lunch at 5 star Hotel
3.00 PM : Visit to Taj Mahal
5.30 PM : Shopping
6.30 PM : Light & Sound programme
8.00 PM : Dinner at 5 Star Hotel/ On Board
11.00 PM : Departure for Delhi from Agra Cantt.

Day 8: Sunday, Delhi
Timing subject to Railways approval.

04.00 AM : Arrival at Safdarjung Railway Station
07.00 AM : Breakfast on Board
07.30 AM : Deboard/Checkout
07.30 AM : Send off ceremony by General Manager CRO, New Delhi

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Tariff & Schedule
Tariff and Schedule as on 11th jan 2009 for 7 nights/8 days royal rajasthan on wheel train tour
Schedule

7 Nights Palace On Wheels Train Tour Ex.Delhi for 2009 - 10
December 2009	06th, 20th & 27th
January 2010	10th & 24th
February 2010	07, 14, 21, 28
March 2010
April 2010

Tariff
Cost per person per night

Category	Amount in USD
Deluxe Cabin on Twin Sharing	USD$ 590
Deluxe Cabin on Single Occupency	USD$ 825
Super Deluxe Suite on Twin Sharing	USD$ 1600

Cost Includes

• Accomodation in private air conditioned cabin,daily 3 meals,sight seeing and excursion gruop tours,camera fee for monuments,bottled drinking water.

Cost Excludes

• Train Tour cost dose not include use of spa and bussiness centre facilities,laundary,alchohalic and non alcholic beverages,tour insurance,tips and gratuity,taxes as aplicable,and all other expenses of personal nature.

Note

• Children below 5 yrs of age will be comlementary without provision of bed.
• Children below 12 yrs of age will be charged 50% of adult rate with provision of bed.
• No provision has been made for tripple occupancy in Royal Rajsthan on Wheel's Train.
• Service tax 2.58% and commercial tax of US$ 15 per person extra as applicable.
• 10% surcharge during X'Mas and New Year

Booking & Reservation Policy of RROW
Booking Procedure :

• We require names and nationality of all passengers and minimum 20% of ticket value to hold booking on confirm basis. Remaining 80% of the ticket value 60 days prior to departure

Cancellation and forfeiture :
In case of FITs

• 10% of ticket value 90 days prior to departure.
• 50% of ticket value between 60 to 89 days prior to departure.
• 100% of ticket value between 30 to 59 days
• All disputes are subjected to juridiction of New Delhi (India) courts only.

In case of Charter & Groups

• 50% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.
• 100% of ticket value 0-59 days prior to departure.

NOTE: A group of 15 paying persons will be called as group booking
No show/En route termination of tour/amendment :

• No Show : In case of No Show / Non-arrival of the guest full value of the train ticket is non refundable.
• En route termination of tour : In case guest is not willing to part take full journeyor decide to deboard enroute,no fund or adjustment will be made for future travel.
• Amendment : All amendment requests are at the descreation of royal rajasthan on wheel train tour management.

Payment Options

• By online credit card authorization (only visa and mastercard accepted).
• By swift bank wire transfer.