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Maharajas’ Express The Winner of the World's Leading Luxury Train Award 2012,

2013, 2014 & 2015 Maharajas' Express is considered to be one

of the finest luxury trains of India. Well-laden with every

modern facility and often compared to the Orient Express that

Europe, the Maharajas' Express has a décor of oozes out

opulence. You get a chance to explore some of the best and

world- renowned architectural gems of India.

Awards & Accolades:Winner of CNBC travel award 2010 in the category of

“Best Luxury train”

Awarded as the 1st Runner-up in the Conde Nast readers

choice travel award for the year 2011.

First Indian Luxury train to be voted World Leading luxury

Train at World Travel Award 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015.

Maharajas Express Carriages Configuration:

Junior Suite Cars (6)

Presidential Suite car (1)

Deluxe Cars (5)

Suite Cars (2)

Kitchen Car (1)

Staff Coach (1)

Restaurant cars (2)

Bar car (1) and Lounge Car (1)

Executive Managers & Tour Managers Coach (1)

Generator Coaches (2)

This luxury train has can easily accommodate a total of 88 guests at a time.

Junior SuitesEvery Junior Suite Coach features 3 Double/ Twin bed

cabins and comes with an attached bath

Every cabin has plush furnishings like twin/double luggage

hold beneath the bed, wardrobe LCD television, audio/

video channels, writing table, superb interiors, direct dial

telephone, electronic safe, internet facility along with

individual climates control.

The modern styled bathrooms come fitted with WC, wash

basin, shower cubicle and running hot and cold water.

Presidential SuiteThe suite is elegantly furnished with two attached baths, a

living cum dining room and two bedrooms

Every bedroom in the suite features twin/double bed

adorned with facilities like luggage hold beneath the

bed, wardrobe LCD television, audio/ video channels,

writing table, superb interiors, direct dial telephone,

electronic safe, internet facility and mini bar along with

individual climates control and moon lighting.

The living cum dining area of the room is furnished with

writing table, internet facility, sofa and mini bar


basin, shower cubicle and a full bath tub and running hot

and cold water.

Deluxe CabinsEvery Deluxe Coach features 4 Double/ Twin bed cabins

and comes with an attached bath

Every cabin has plush furnishings like luggage hold

beneath the bed, wardrobe LCD television, writing table,

superb interiors along with individual climates control.


basin, shower cubicle and running hot and cold water.

SuitesEvery Suite Coach features 2 suites comprising of

separate bedroom and living areas.

Every cabin has plush furnishings like twin/double luggage

hold beneath the bed, wardrobe LCD television, audio/

video channels, writing table, superb interiors, direct dial

telephone, electronic safe, internet facility and mini bar

along with individual climates control.

The living area is furnished with writing table and Sofa


basin, shower cubicle and a bathtub and running hot and

cold water.

Dining Car:

Piped music

Spacious, large tables

Full Fine -Dining Service

Each restaurant car has 42 covers

Two thematic Restaurant cars: Mayur Mahal and Rang

Mahal

Each restaurant car features a unique theme

The menu is different every day and would comprise of a

mix of Indian and international cuisines

Safari Bar – A bar with special theme

Exotic drinks in a semi-formal atmosphere

Old world charm and hospitality

Range of cocktail &snacks

Rajah Club – An extraordinary lounge

Exclusive ‘boutique’

Casual all day experience

Specialty brand of wines, spirits and beers.

Largest toilets

A Presidential Carriage

On -board water Filtration plant

Environmentally friendly toilet

24-hour availability of paramedic on Board

Air Ambulance service in case of emergencies

Four different categories of accommodation

Pneumatic Suspension for superior ride comfort

Individual Climate Control in each passenger cabin

Live television and CCTV cameras in all public areas

Most spacious passenger cabins across all categories

Electronic smoke detection systems and free Wi-Fi

internet

Direct International dial telephone facility in each

passenger cabin

Deluxe Cabin Junior Suite Presidential Suite

Cabin area 112 sqft, twin/double bed cabins withattached bath.

Cabin area 150 sqft, twin/double bed cabins with awriting table and attached bath.

Cabin area 448 sqft, two bedrooms, two attachedbath (one with bath tub), a living cum dining room.

Suite

Cabin area 220 sqft, double bed with separate livingand bedroom areas, attached bath with bath tub.

Categories of Cabins available on Maharaja’s Express

Junior Suite

Suite

Presidential Suite (has a double & a twin room)

12 6

4

18

4

1

36

8

4

Deluxe Cabin 15 5 20 40

Total 43 88

Room Category Twin Double Total Cabins/Suites Passenger Capacity

The Indian SplendorTour Duration: 7 Nights/ 8 Days

Destinations Covered: Delhi – Agra – Ranthambore – Jaipur –

Bikaner – Jodhpur – Udaipur – Balasinor – Mumbai

Day 1: Delhi – Agra

2045 hrs: Welcome & Check-in formalities at Delhi Safdurjung Railway Station

2130 hrs: Dinner on board

2200 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Jaipur

Day 2: Agra

0630 hrs: Arrive into Agra. Proceed to visit the Taj Mahal

0900 hrs: Champagne breakfast at Taj Khema

1030 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express ORyou may choose optional activities such as Spa at five star hotel or Visit to Itmad-ud-daula

1300 hrs: Lunch on board

1500 hrs: Visit Agra Fort or you may choose optional activities such as Spa at a 5 star hotel, OR Private shopping tour, OR Visit to Fatehpur Sikri.

1830 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas' Express


2040hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore).

Day 3: Ranthambore – Jaipur

0630 hrs: Proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park

0930 hrs: Breakfast at Vivanta By Taj, Sawai Madhopur


1100 hrs: The Maharajas' Express proceeds for Jaipur.

1400 hrs: Visit the Amber Fort OR You may also choose to participate in the optional activities such as Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel OR Private shopping tour OR Golfing at Rambagh Golf club OR Visit to City Palace & Jantar Mantar (The Observatory)

1730 hrs: Exhibition Elephant Polo Match followed by Champagne Dinner at Jai Mahal Palace.

2030 hrs: Return to the train

2300 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Bikaner

Day 4: Bikaner

0800 hrs: Enjoy countryside while having breakfast on board

1000 hrs: Arrive into Bikaner.


1400 hrs: Visit to Junagarh Fort

1600 hrs: Start from Junagarh Fort for Gajner Palace to freshen up

1730 hrs: Proceed for Sundowner Cocktails and barbecue at the Sand Dunes

2015 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas' Express.

2100 hrs: Train leaves for Jodhpur

Day 5: Jodhpur

0800 hrs: Breakfast on board

0900 hrs: Optional tour to Bishnoi village OR enjoy Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel


1430 hrs: Visit to the Mehrangarh Fort followed by a walking tour of the Clock Tower market and OR You may also choose to enjoy spa facilities at a 5 star hotel.

1800 hrs: Proceed for an exclusive cocktail dinner at Hanwant Mahal


2030 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Udaipur

Day 6: Udaipur


1000 hrs: Arrive into Udaipur

1030 hrs: Proceed for sightseeing of City Palace & Crystal Gallery (Audio Tour)

1330 hrs: Lunch at Satkar Hall of Fateh Prakash Palace

1430 hrs: Return to the train for a relaxed afternoon OR continue for a shopping tour. You may also opt for the optional service like Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel or visit to Vintage Car Museum & Boat Cruise on Lake Pichola.

1800 hrs: Return to the comforts of the Maharajas' Express

1910 hrs: Train leaves for Balasinor


Day 7: Balasinor


0730 hrs: Arrive into Sevalia Station

0745 hrs: Drive to Balasinor.

0830 hrs: Depart for Dinosaur Fossil Park

0930 hrs: Arrive at Dinosaur Fossil Park for a guided tour by Princess Aaliya followed by Village Walking Tour.


1630 hrs: Train leaves for Mumbai

2000 hrs: Enjoy an "Indian Evening" followed by dinner.

Day 8: Mumbai


0815 hrs: Train arrives at Mumbai Lokmanya Tilak Terminus

0830 hrs: Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas' Express as your journey comes to an end!

Gems of IndiaDuration: 3 Nights / 4 Days


Delhi

2045 hrs: Welcome & Check in formalities at Delhi Safdurjung Railway Station


2200 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Agra

Day 2: Agra

0630 hrs: Arrive into Agra. Proceed to visit Taj Mahal

0900 hrs: Champagne breakfast at Taj Khema

1030 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express OR you can choose optional activities such as Spa at five star hotel OR Visit to Itmad-ud-daula OR Fatehpur Sikri.1300 hrs: Lunch on board

1500 hrs: Visit Agra Fort OR you may choose for optional activities such as Spa at a five star hotel, Private shopping tour, Visit to Itmad-ud-daula, Visit to Fatehpur Sikri.



2040 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Sawai Madhopur


Day 3: Ranthambore – Jaipur

0630hrs: Proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park.



1100 hrs: The Maharajas' Express proceeds for Jaipur.


1315 hrs: Arrive into Jaipur

1430 hrs: Visit the Amber Fort OR You may also choose the optional activities such as Spa facilities at a hotel OR Private shopping tour OR Golfing at Rambagh Golf club OR Visit to City Palace & Jantar Mantar

1730 hrs: Elephant Polo Match followed by Champagne Dinner 2000 hrs: Return to the train

2300 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Delhi

Day 4: Delhi


0830 hrs: Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas’ Express as your journey comes to an end!

The Heritage of IndiaDuration: 7 Nights / 8 Days

Destinations Covered: Mumbai – Ajanta – Udaipur – Jodhpur

– Bikaner – Jaipur – Ranthambore – Agra – Delhi

1430 hrs: Welcome & Registration at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel.

1545 hrs: Depart for Mumbai CST Railway Station

1640 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Ajanta

1930 hrs: Dinner on Board

Day 2: Ajanta


0730 hrs: Proceed for excursion to the Ajanta Caves

1315 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express for Lunch on board

1345 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Udaipur

1930 hrs: Dinner on Board

Day 3: Udaipur


1000 hrs: Arrive into Udaipur

1030 hrs: Proceed for sightseeing of City Palace & Crystal Gallery (Audio Tour)

Day 1: Mumbai – Ajanta

1230 hrs: Lunch at Satkar Hall of Fateh Prakash Palace

1430 hrs: Return to the train for a relaxed afternoon OR continue for a shopping tour. You may also opt for optional activities like Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel, Sound & Light show at City Palace Or visit to the Vintage Car Museum & Boat Cruise on Lake Pichola

1830 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express


2130 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Jodhpur

Day 4: Jodhpur


0900 hrs: Optional tour to Bishnoi village OR enjoy Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel

1100 hrs: Arrive into Jodhpur. Relax on board 1300 hrs: Lunch on board

1430 hrs: Visit the Mehrangarh Fort followed by a walking tour of the Clock Tower market OR You may also choose to enjoy spa facilities at a 5 star hotel.

1830 hrs: Proceed for an exclusive cocktail dinner at Hanwant Mahal


0400 hrs: Train leaves for Bikaner

Day 5: Bikaner

0800 hrs Breakfast on board1100 hrs Arrive into Bikaner. Relax on board OR You may also choose optional visit to the Lallgarh Palace Museum OR Deshnok (the Rat Temple) OR a Private shopping tour for Kundan Jewellery. 1300 hrs: Lunch on board

1400 hrs: Visit to Junagarh Fort

1600 hrs: Start from Junagarh Fort to Gajner Palace

1700 hrs: Reach Gajner Palace

1730 hrs: Proceed for Sundowner Cocktails and barbecue at the Sand Dunes


Day 6: Jaipur



1145 hrs: Proceed for Exhibition Elephant Polo Match followed by Champagne lunch at City Palace.

1500 hrs: Visit the Amber Fort OR You may also choose to participate in the optional activities such as Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel OR Private shopping tour OR Golfing at Rambagh Golf club OR Visit to City Palace & The Observatory (Jantar Mantar)



2130 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore)

Day 7: Ranthambore – Fatehpur Sikri



1030 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express.

1040 hrs: The Maharajas' Express departs for Fatehpur Sikri.


1430 hrs: Arrive into Fatehpur Sikri

1515 hrs: Visit the deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri


2000 hrs: Enjoy an "Indian Evening" followed by dinner on board.

Day 8: Fatehpur Sikri – Agra – Delhi

0630 hrs: Arrive into Agra and Proceed to visit the Taj Mahal.

0830 hrs: Champagne Breakfast at Taj Khema


1015 hrs: The Maharajas' Express proceeds for Delhi



The Indian PanoramaDuration: 7 Nights / 8 Days

Destinations Covered: Delhi – Jaipur – Ranthambore –

Fatehpur Sikri – Agra – Gwalior – Orchha – Khajuraho –

Varanasi – Lucknow – Delhi

2045 hrs: Welcome & Check-in formalities at Delhi Safdurjung Railway Station



Day 2: Jaipur



1000 hrs: Proceed for the Amber Fort

1230 hrs: Proceed from Amber fort for Elephant Polo Match followed by lunch at City Palace.

1600 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express to relax OR You may also choose to participate in the optional activities such as Spa facilities at a deluxe hotel OR Private shopping tour OR Golfing at Rambagh Golf club OR Visit to City Palace & Jantar Mantar.


2100 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore)

Day 1: Delhi – Jaipur

Day 3: Ranthambore – Fatehpur Sikri

0630hrs: Proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park


1030 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express as it proceeds for Fatehpur Sikri.


1430 hrs: Arrive into Fatehpur Sikri

1515 hrs: Visit to the deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri


2000 hrs: Dinner on board.

Day 4: Agra – Gwalior

0630 hrs: Arrive into Agra. Proceed to visit Taj Mahal

0815 hrs: Champagne Breakfast at Taj Khema


1100 hrs: The Maharajas' Express proceeds for Gwalior

1300 hrs: Onboard lunch

1445 hrs: De-board at Gwalior to visit the Gwalior Fort,Saas Bahu Temple and the Jain Cave sculptures OR You may choose to avail spa facilities at Usha Kiran Palace

1730 hrs: Visit the Jai Vilas Palace Museum

1830 hrs: Hi tea at Jai Vilas Palace compound

2000 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express. Light dinner on board

Day 5: Orcha – Khajuraho


0730 hrs: Proceed to visit Orchha Fort Complex.


0945 hrs: The Maharajas' Express proceeds for Khajuraho


1430 hrs: Arrive into Khajuraho

1500 hrs: Visit Khajuraho Temples

1800 hrs: Return to the train OR you may choose from any of the optional such as Spa Facilities at hotel Grand The Lalit OR Sound & Light show.


2045 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Varanasi

Day 6: Varanasi

0730 hrs: Arrive into Varanasi


0930 hrs: Visit Sarnath ruins and museum

1240 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express for on board Lunch

1500 hrs: Visit the Silk Weaving Centre

1630 hrs: Tea-Coffee break with cookies

1700 hrs: Proceed for Boat ride at River Ganges to witness Evening Aarti

2030 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express. Dinner on board.

2300 hrs: The Maharajas' Express leaves for Lucknow.

Day 7: Lucknow


0930 hrs: Proceed towards Lucknow to visit The Residency, Rumi Darwaza & the Bara Imambara

1200 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express for Lunch on board

1730 hrs: Proceed for an "Indian Evening" with Dinner at the palace of Raja of Jehangirabad.



Day 8: Delhi



Treasures of IndiaDuration: 3 Nights / 4 Days


Delhi

0830 hrs: Welcome & Check in formalities at Delhi Safdurjung Railway Station

0930 hrs: The Maharajas' Express proceeds for Agra

1000 hrs: Brunch on board

1405 hrs: Arrive into Agra

1500 hrs: Visit Agra Fort OR you may choose for optional activities such as SPA at five star hotel, Private shopping tour OR Visit to Itmad-ud-daula.

1730 hrs: Hi tea with Champagne at Taj Khema



Day 2: Agra – Sawai Madhopur

0630 hrs: Visit Taj Mahal

0900 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express Breakfast on board0945 hrs: The Maharajas' Express proceeds for Sawai Madhopur


1330 hrs: Arrive into Ranthambore



1700 hrs: Hi Tea at Vivanta By Taj, Sawai Madhopur




Day 3: Jaipur


1000 hrs: Visit the Amber Fort

1020 hrs: Return to the Maharajas' Express for lunch. Post lunch, you may also choose for optional activities such as Spa at a deluxe hotel OR Private shopping tour OR Golfing at Rambagh Golf club OR Visit to City Palace & Jantar Mantar

1700 hrs: Proceed for Elephant Polo Match followed by Champagne Dinner at City Palace

2100 hrs: Return back to the Maharajas' Express.


Day 4: Delhi



DEPARTURE DATES for 2016-17

05

02, 30

28

25

22

22

-

08

05

03, 31

28

25

25

-

15

12

10

07

04

04

01

22

19

17

14

11

11

08

02, 30

27

25

22

19

19

16

Oct'16

Nov'16

Dec'16

Jan'17

Feb'17

Mar'17

Apr'17

Day Wednesday Saturday Saturday Saturday Sunday

Gems of India (per person per journey)4 Days and 3 Nights Deluxe Cabins Junior Suite Suite Presidential Suite

Adult

Single Supplement

USD 3,850.00

USD 2,910.00

USD 4,950.00

USD 4,460.00

USD 7,600.00

USD 7,600.00

USD 12,900.00

USD 12,900.00

Indian Panorama (per person per journey)8 Days and 7 Nights Deluxe Cabins Junior Suite Suite Presidential Suite

Adult

Single Supplement

USD 5,980.00

USD 4,510.00

USD 9,460.00

USD 8,520.00

USD 13,800.00

USD 13,800.00

USD 23,700.00

USD 23,700.00

Indian Splendor (per person per journey)8 Days and 7 Nights Deluxe Cabins Junior Suite Suite Presidential Suite

Adult

Single Supplement

USD 5,980.00

USD 4,510.00

USD 9,460.00

USD 8,520.00

USD 13,800.00

USD 13,800.00

USD 23,700.00

USD 23,700.00

Treasures of India (per person per journey)4 Days and 3 Nights Deluxe Cabins Junior Suite Suite Presidential Suite

Adult

Single Supplement

USD 3,850.00

USD 2,910.00

USD 4,950.00

USD 4,460.00

USD 7,600.00

USD 7,600.00

USD 12,900.00

USD 12,900.00

Heritage of India (per person per journey)8 Days and 7 Nights Deluxe Cabins Junior Suite Suite Presidential Suite

Adult

Single Supplement

USD 6,840.00

USD 5,160.00

USD 9,890.00

USD 8,910.00

USD 13,800.00

USD 13,800.00

USD 23,700.00

USD 23,700.00

Maharajas' Express Fare (2016-2017 & 2017-2018)

Accommodation in double / twin bedded cabins with attached bathrooms

All meals, soft beverages, house brands of Indian wines, beer and spirits

Butler service, complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water on board

Guided off train tours as included in the journeys inclusive of entrance fees,

still camera fee, transport and services of a guide

Porter charges at stations

*All the above prices are on per person per journey on twin sharing basis

*The above cost is exclusive of 3.63% service tax that will be charged extra .

Note:-

Inclusions

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