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Welcome to The Maharajas' Express Luxury Train
The Maharajas' Express is a famous luxury train in India that combines classic royal charm with modern comfort. Launched in 2010 by the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), the train operates between October and April each year. It runs across 4 different routes, visiting over 12 destinations in Northwest and Central India.
Award-Winning Luxury: The train won the World Travel Award seven years in a row, from 2012 to 2018.
Cabin Types
The Maharaja Express train has 14 guest carriages named after precious gemstones, such as Moti (Pearl), Heera (Diamond), Neelam (Blue Sapphire), and Feeroza (Turquoise). Every cabin features large panoramic windows, 24-hour personal butler service, a private bathroom, a TV, a phone, an electronic safe, and a hair dryer.
| Cabin Type | Size | Bed Options | Excursion Transport & Perks | Total Cabins |
| Deluxe Cabin | 112 sq. ft. | Twin or Double | Shared bus with an English-speaking guide | 20 (12 twin, 8 double) |
| Junior Suite | 150 sq. ft. | Twin or Double | Shared bus with a guide; includes a writing desk | 18 (12 twin, 6 double) |
| Suite | 220 sq. ft. | Double | Private vehicle with a guide; includes a living area & bathtub | 4 double |
| Presidential Suite (Navratna) | 448 sq. ft. | 1 Double + 1 Twin | Private vehicle with a guide; 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 with a bathtub), and a grand living/dining room | 1 suite |
Dining, Bars & Lounges
Restaurants:
The train has two dining cars - Mayur Mahal (The Peacock) and Rang Mahal - each seating up to 42 guests. The onboard kitchen prepares a wide variety of meals, including traditional Indian, Continental, Chinese, and international dishes. Most meals are served on board.
Bars & Lounges:
Rajah Club: A fully stocked bar carriage offering wines, spirits, and beers.
Safari Bar: A lounge bar with a library and board games for relaxation.
Note: Indian-made alcoholic drinks are included in the ticket price.
Available Journeys
The Maharajas' Express offers 4 main tour packages:
- Treasures of India: 3 Nights / 4 Days (Delhi-Agra-Ranthambore-Jaipur-Delhi)
- Heritage of India: 6 Nights / 7 Days (Mumbai-Udaipur-Jodhpur-Bikaner-Jaipur-Ranthambore-Agra-Delhi)
- Indian Panorama: 6 Nights / 7 Days (Delhi-Jaipur-Ranthambore-Agra-Orchha-Khajuraho-Varanasi-Delhi)
- Indian Splendor: 6 Nights / 7 Days (Delhi-Agra-Ranthambore-Jaipur-Bikaner-Jodhpur-Udaipur-Mumbai)
Itinerary
Day 1/ Departure from Mumbai (Heritage of India Tour)
- 8:30 AM – Report at the Taj Mahal Hotel (opposite the Gateway of India) to complete your check-in for the Maharajas’ Express Train Tour.
- 9:45 AM – Transfer to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) Railway Station.
- Arrival Welcome Ceremony: Enjoy a traditional welcome ceremony upon arriving at the station.
- 10:50 AM – Departure: The train leaves the station.
- Meals: Lunch and dinner will be served on board.
Day 2/ Udaipur
- Morning – Arrival & Breakfast: Arrive early in Udaipur (the “City of Lakes”). Eat breakfast on the train before getting off.
- Morning – Sightseeing & Boat Ride:
- Take a boat ride on Lake Pichola.
- Visit the City Palace, one of India’s largest palace complexes.
- See the Crystal Gallery inside, which features a rare collection of crystal items owned by Udaipur’s royal family.
- Afternoon Lunch: Enjoy lunch at Taj Fateh Prakash Palace Hotel.
- Late Afternoon – Return to the Maharajas’ Express. You can relax on board or choose to take optional extra tours.
- Departure & Dinner: Enjoy dinner on board as the train departs for the next destination.
Day 3/ Jodhpur
- Morning – Arrival & Leisure: Arrive in Jodhpur in the morning. After breakfast, you can relax on the train or join an optional local tour.
- Afternoon – Sightseeing & Shopping:
- Have lunch on board the train.
- Take a walking tour of the lively Old Clock Tower Market.
- Visit the grand Mehrangarh Fort to explore its famous stone carvings and historic royal architecture.
- Evening Royal Dinner & Cultural Show: Enjoy a special cocktail evening at Hanwant Mahal or Khaas Bagh featuring traditional music, dance performances, and local Marwari food.
- Departure – Return to the train station after dinner as the train heads to the next destination.
Day 4/ Bikaner
- Morning – Arrival & Leisure: Arrive in Bikaner in the morning. After breakfast, you can relax on the train or join an optional local tour.
- Afternoon – Fort Visit & High Tea:
- Enjoy lunch on board the train.
- Visit Junagarh Fort, a grand 16th-century fort surrounded by a moat, known for its beautifully decorated halls.
- Stop at Gajner Palace for high tea on your way to the desert.
- Evening Sand Dunes : Head to the sand dunes for a special evening featuring drinks, a barbecue, and traditional folk dance performances.
- Departure – Drive back to the railway station to board the train as it departs for the next stop.
Day 5/ Jaipur
- Morning – Fort Tour:
- Eat breakfast on board the train.
- Visit the famous Amber Fort, a grand 16th-century palace built with red sandstone and marble, featuring impressive high walls, decorative gates, and royal assembly halls.
- Afternoon – Lunch & Free Time:
- Enjoy lunch at the luxurious Rambagh Palace Hotel.
- Afterwards, head back to the Maharajas’ Express to relax, or join an optional activity in Jaipur.
- Departure & Dinner – Enjoy dinner on board as the train leaves Jaipur at night.
Day 6/ Ranthambore - Fatehpur Sikri
Arrive at Sawai Madhopur Railway Station early in the morning and head out on a safari into Ranthambore National Park.
After the safari, return to the railway station to board your train. Breakfast and lunch will be served on the train as it departs. In the afternoon, visit Fatehpur Sikri, a famous historical town made of red sandstone.
Day 7/ Agra - Taj Mahal - Delhi
Early morning, you can visit the Taj Mahal, one of the wonders of the world. Afterward, enjoy a special champagne breakfast on a nearby hill at Taj Khema, where you can look out over the Taj Mahal. Then, return to the train as it departs. Enjoy lunch on the train as the Maharajas’ Express arrives at Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station at 1500 hrs. You will check out as soon as you arrive.
Itinerary 1 - Treasures of India
Itinerary 2 - Heritage of India
Itinerary 3 - The Indian Panorama
Itinerary 4 - The Indian Splendour
Inclusions
- Accommodation on twin / double sharing basis as per the booking.
- All the sightseeing and transfers by using air-conditioned Volvo buses.
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Soft beverages, Tea, coffee mineral water and snacks onboard.
- In-house brands Indian wine beer and spirits.
- Guided tour and excursion with monuments entrances, camera fee, as per the itinerary.
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