Tour Info

Palace on Wheels train is India's first luxury heritage train, launched in 1982 with a collaboration between the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC) and Indian Railways. Palace on Wheels offers a royal travel experience inspired by the personal coaches of former Indian princely states, featuring opulent cabins, traditional Rajasthani decor and a luxurious journey through iconic destinations like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Jaisalmer and Agra. The Palace on Wheels train includes amenities such as 24/7 personal attendants, exquisite regional cuisine, dedicated lounge and bar and opportunities to experience cultural heritage like never before. Most of the meals will be served onboard Palace on Wheels however; at few places your meal will be arranged at decent hotels to give you a different dining experience with live music and Rajasthani dance. The entire train is interconnected and you can easily access any coach within the train only.

All the off-board tours are conducted in air-conditioned Volvo buses with English speaking tour guides. The Palace on Wheels train is scheduled on every Wednesday except for a four months annual break for maintenance from May till August. The journey of Palace on Wheels begins from New Delhi Safdarjung station, near to hotel The Leela Chanakyapuri and ends early in the morning at the same train station. 

The Palace on Wheels is widely regarded as a prestigious and unforgettable luxury train of India, combining Indian history, culture and comfort for travelers seeking a regal adventure. Welcome to Palace on Wheels luxury train, experience the unforgettable journey of Rajasthan.

Itinerary

Day 01/ Wed/ Boarding from New Delhi at 1600hrs

Reach Safdarjung New Delhi train station at 1600hrs to complete the boarding formalities of Palace on Wheels. At station you will be warmly welcomed with garland followed by live music ceremony. Evening at 1830hrs the Palace on Wheels train will leave for the Jaipur. Dinner will be served onboard the train. Overnight onboard Palace on Wheels.

Day 02/Thu/ Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur

Morning you will reach Jaipur, which is popular as the Pink city. After breakfast you will proceed for the sightseeing tour of Jaipur covering Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, Albert Hall Museum, City Palace and Jantar Mantar. Dinner will be served onboard the train. Further Palace on Wheels will be leaving to Sawai Madhopur. Overnight onboard Palace on Wheels.

Day 03/Fri/ Sawai Madhopur and Chittorgarh

Early morning Palace on Wheels arrives at Sawai Madhopur train station. You will be picked up from the train station and proceed for a jungle safari at Ranthambore National Park. The jungle safari duration is approximately 3hrs and then you will return to Palace on Wheels. Have a delicious breakfast onboard the train. Further Palace on Wheels depart for Chittorgarh. After lunch, you can visit Chittorgarh Fort. Evening enjoy the Hi Tea at the fort restaurant and witness the sound and light show at the Chittorgarh Fort. Late evening, return to the Palace on Wheels and then train for Udaipur. Dinner onboard the train. Overnight onboard Palace on Wheels.

Day 04/Sat/ Udaipur

Morning at around 8 AM, Palace on Wheels reaches at Udaipur train station. Breakfast onboard the train. Later proceed to visit Saheliyon ki Bari, City Palace and Crystal Gallery. After sightseeing you will enjoy lunch at a heritage hotel. After lunch proceed for yet another experience of boating in Lake Pichola. Evening return to train and the train departs to Jaisalmer. Dinner will be served onboard the train. Overnight onboard Palace on Wheels.

Day 05/Sun/ Jaisalmer

Morning at around 9 AM, Palace on Wheels reaches at Jaisalmer train station. Breakfast onboard Palace on Wheels. Post breakfast proceed to visit the majestic Jaisalmer Fort, Nathmalji-Ki-Haveli, Patwon-Ki-Haveli and Salim Singh-Ki-Haveli. Lunch will be arranged at the hotel. In the evening you can enjoy the short Camel safari on the Sand dunes. Dinner onboard the train. Overnight onboard Palace on Wheels.

Day 06/Mon/ Jodhpur

Morning at around 7 AM, Palace on Wheels reaches at Jodhpur train station. Breakfast will be served onboard Palace on Wheels. Later proceed to visit the ancient Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada and the Royal Cenotaphs made of white marble. Lunch will be served in a hotel and the rest of the day will be free for leisure or shopping. Return to Palace on Wheels, the dinner will be served onboard the train. Late evening Palace on Wheels leaving for Bharatpur. Dinner onboard the train. Overnight onboard Palace on Wheels.

Day 07/Tue/ Bharatpur - Agra

Early morning Palace on Wheels reach Bharatpur. Around 6’ O’clock you will leave to visit the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary followed by a Rickshaw ride. After visiting Bird sanctuary you will return to the Palace on Wheels and further train depart to the Agra. Breakfast onboard the train. Around 1030hrs you will start the sightseeing tour of Agra and visit the Agra Fort. Lunch will be served at the hotel. Later visit the iconic monument of love Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders in the world. Return to the train in the evening. Dinner onboard the train. Overnight onboard Palace on Wheels.

Day 08/Wed/ Arrive Delhi - Departure at 0730hrs

Midnight Palace on Wheels arrives at Safdarjung New Delhi train station. After farewell breakfast you will de-board the Palace on Wheels train.

Season Tariff of 2026-2027

September 2026 & April 2027

Deluxe Cabin : USD 12096 for double cabin for 02 person
Super Deluxe Cabin : USD 16450 for double cabin for 02 person
Suite : USD 18403 for double cabin for 02 person
Presidential Suite :
USD 22561 for double cabin for 02 person

October 2026 to March 2027 except Xmas and New Year departure

Deluxe Cabin : USD 13664 for double cabin for 02 person
Super Deluxe Cabin : USD 17500 for double cabin for 02 person
Suite : USD 19326 for double cabin for 02 person
Presidential Suite : USD 24570 for double cabin for 02 person

Other Info
> Single sharing cabin price on request.
> Child up to 5yrs complimentary and 6–12 years will be charged 50% of the tariff.
> A maximum of 02 adults per cabin is allowed and children up to 12 years can be allowed with an extra mattress.
> 10% surcharge will be applied on Xmas and New Year departures.
> Indian and OCI cardholders can avail Indian prices.
> Taxes additional as per actual.
> For a discount, please contact us.

 

Itinerary 1 - Treasures of India

Itinerary 2 - Heritage of India

Itinerary 3 - The Indian Panorama

Itinerary 4 - The Indian Splendour

Inclusions

  • All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary.
  • Off board tours will be conducted in a Volvo coaches.
  • Private cabin with attached bath and washroom.
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
  • Hi-Tea with snacks.
  • WIFI onboard train.
  • English speaking tour guide.
  • Entrance fees of monuments.
  • Jungle safari in Ranthambore.
  • Boat ride in Udaipur.
  • Rajasthani dance and cultural programmes.
  • Rickshaw ride in Bharatpur Bird Sancturary.

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