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
Tour Duration : 8 Days / 7 Nights (Sept.
2009 - March 2010)
Destination Covered : Delhi Jaipur - Sawai
Madhopur/Chittorgarh Udaipur Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Bharatpur/
Agra - Delhi
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
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.