The Indian Panorama - Maharajas Express

Itinerary

Arrive in Delhi, the country's capital. Complete the check-in formalities at the Safdarjung railway station. Enjoy a traditional welcome and settle into your cabins. Savor the welcome drink offered. Soon the luxury train would begin its journey for the first destination, the 'Pink City' of Rajasthan, Jaipur. Dinner and overnight stay at Maharajas’ Express train.

Today, the train arrives at Jaipur. Breakfast on board. De-board the train and enjoy a visit to the Amber Fort, a World Heritage Site. The fort is best-known for its architectural design and aesthetic ambiance. Here, you can enjoy an elephant safari up to the entrance of the fort. The other option is a jeep ride. Lunch is organized onboard. Rest of the evening is free for leisure activities where you can enjoy the comforts of Maharajas’ Express. Later, the train leaves for Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore). Dinner and overnight stay on the train.

Morning arrival at Sawai Madhopur, one of the well-known cities of Rajasthan. Get ready for an exciting adventure, a game drive at Ranthambore National Park, one of the finest Tiger reserves in the country. Get back to your luxury train and relish the breakfast as the train departs for Fatehpur Sikri. Savor the lunch onboard and visit Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO heritage site and a deserted Mughal city, home to a number of wonderful architectural gems. Back to Maharaja's express for dinner and overnight stay.

Today the train enters Agra, the city of Taj Mahal. Proceed to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Taj Mahal. The white marble monument is a masterpiece of brilliant architecture alluring a lot of travelers to India. It was constructed by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. An unforgettable breakfast break is planned post that. Get back on board for lunch and again head out for a tour to Agra Fort. Return back to luxury train for dinner and stay as it proceeds to Orchha.

Breakfast on-board. After that get ready to visit Orchha and get back on the train as and when you are done exploring. The train now moves to the next destination, Khajuraho. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Khajuraho Group of Monuments is mostly visited for the exotic sculptures and figurines, promoting erotica that adorns the walls of the temples here. Visit the Khajuraho Temples (the Western group of temples), these are the group of Hindu and Jain temples, built by the Chola rulers. Get back on board for dinner and overnight stay. Afterwards, Maharaja's express leaves for Varanasi.

Enjoy breakfast and lunch on board. Arrival at Varanasi. De-board the train for a sightseeing tour in Varanasi, one of the holiest cities in India. Varanasi is located on the banks of River Ganga and is considered as the abode of Lord Shiva. Visit the Silk Weaving Center, a manufacturing industry where weaving is done within the household. Later, visit the Sarnath ruins and museum. Settled within close proximity to Varanasi, Sarnath is a place where Buddha delivered his first speech at the deer park. The place holds a number of Buddhist monuments and edifices. Later, leave for a boat ride on River Ganges to witness the magnificent evening aarti, the river worship ceremony. Return back to the train which proceeds to Delhi. Dinner and overnight stay on the train.

This day marks the end of your blissful Maharajas’ Express journey. Relish the delectable breakfast and lunch on board. As you arrive at Delhi, deboard at the station.

What's Included

Accommodation in double / twin bedded cabins with en suite bathrooms.
All meals, soft beverages, house brands of Indian wines, beer and spirits.
Butler service.
Guided off train excursions as illustrated in the journeys inclusive of entrance fees, still camera fee, transport and services of a guide.
Complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water on board.
Porterage at stations.
Any optional tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
Taxes, Insurance, Gratuities.
Telephone calls, laundry, alcoholic beverages (apart from the house brands of wines, spirits, beer served in the restaurants and bar).
Video, film and professional still camera fees.
Maharajas' Express Exclusions Arrival and departure transfers.
International and domestic air tickets.
Pre and post tour accommodation and any tour extensions are not included unless specifically mentioned as part of the journeys.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.

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Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.

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Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

Only for foreign national traveler.

Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.

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Currency always depend on the country.

You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.

100% departure if there is single traveler.

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Tips always optional.

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