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		<title>The Golden Chariot</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Are you willing to go for a fascinating journey through the many worlds of Karnataka? Plan your tour with the luxurious and magnificent train 'Golden Chariot'....]]></description>
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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Are you willing to go for a fascinating journey through the many worlds of Karnataka? Plan your tour with the luxurious and magnificent train &#8216;Golden Chariot&#8217;. This luxury train is the best for you if you want to experience the royalty. This masterpiece will take you to a remarkable voyage of discovery through the Cradle of Stone Architecture and reflects the historical significance of Karnataka. The train includes 19 coaches in all, which are exquisitely coloured purple and gold. The logo of this train is a mythological animal having the head of an elephant and the body of a lion.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Embark on a journey of 7 nights &amp; 8 days with the train which will enable you to explore sites like Mysore Palace, Srirangapatna, Nagarhole National Park (Kabini), Shravanabelagola, Belur (11th century cradle of Hoysala architecture), Hampi, Halebidu, Pattadakal, Badami, Aihole and the Golden Beaches of Goa.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>History</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">The Golden Chariot came into existence when The Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC) and the Railways Ministry signed an MOU for it. The train flagged off from Yeshwanthpur station in Bangalore on March 10, 2008. This luxury train was named after the famous Stone Chariot in Hampi, a world heritage site.</span></p>

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		<title>Royal Rajasthan on Wheels</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2019 13:31:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Embark on a journey, offering you eight days of regal sojourn that takes you to the most sought after destinations such as Rajasthan, Agra and Delhi....]]></description>
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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Embark on a journey, offering you eight days of regal sojourn that takes you to the most sought after destinations such as Rajasthan, Agra and Delhi. An expedition to the colourful desert land by Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is truly an unforgettable experience. The luxury train allows you to visit majestic forts and palaces, varied landscapes, diverse cultures and vibrant colours of the Rajasthan. The highlights of the train include its exemplary interiors, delicious meals, expensive wines and above all, personalized service by the &#8216;Khidmatgars&#8217; or attendants. Flagging off from Delhi, the luxury train takes you to the wonderful destinations of Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Chittorgarh, Sawai Madhopur, Udaipur and Bharatpur. This is the perfect opportunity for you to experience the royal grandeur of Rajput kings. The train also enables you to explore the erstwhile Mughal capital Agra along with the architectural marvel of Taj Mahal.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>History</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">This luxury train is the result of the success of Palace on Wheels, therefore, the concept, itineraries, design and facilities of the train is inspired from the luxury train. Royal Rajasthan on Wheels commenced its royal journey in January 2009. The royal train is a joint venture of the Indian Railways &amp; Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC). The train promises to serve the best of hospitality and the elegance of the bygone era.</span></p>

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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><em><span style="color: #ff0000;">Note: With effect September 2017 the old carriages of Palace on Wheels train are going to be replaced by present carriages of Royal Rajasthan On Wheels Train Viz the 7 Nights circuit of Royal Rajasthan on Wheels covering Khajuraho &amp; Varanasi besides Rajasthan. Rajasthan on Wheels will stop operating &amp; same train will now be operating on Palace On Wheels Circuit covering Forts &amp; Palaces of Rajasthan with Taj Mahal.</span></em></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"><em><span style="color: #ff0000;">So for Rajasthan on Wheels Luxury Train, Please request a quote for Palace on Wheels Train.</span></em></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"><em><span style="color: #ff0000;">Delhi &#8211; Safdarjung Station</span></em></span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day-1, Sunday, Departure 16.30 PM</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Delhi The luxurious Royal Rajasthan on Wheels takes you through a seven day exploration of the vibrant Rajasthan. The magic of the splendid journey begins at New Delhi and prepares you to weave the fabric of delightful imagination becoming reality over the next seven days. Your royal journey begins from Delhi and takes you through various erstwhile princely states.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Welcome on board at Delhi with the ceremonial greetings at the safdarjung station with traditional aarti and tika with garlanding and some mock tails to refresh your selves. After check in, you would be escorted to the respective cabins. Feel the difference of the World in the moving Palace which empowers luxury and tradition hand to hand.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day-2, Monday, Arrive at 09.15 AM. Breakfast on board | Departure 17.10 PM</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Jodhpur the second largest city of the state of Rajasthan is famous for its magnificent Meharangarh fort. Another example of Rajput glory is the Jaswant Thada built in 1899.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Lunch at the beautiful 5 star deluxe heritage hotel &amp; dinner on board.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day-3, Tuesday, Arrival 08.00 AM Breakfast on board | Departure 14.30 PM</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Water marked by whimsy &amp; splendor, the Venice of the holds stage as one of India?s truly seductive cities. Udaipur is an international destination unto itself, packed with princeliness &amp; passion, Udaipur is raw Rajput dreaming, with palaces, haveils gardens &amp; temples at every turn. Visit to the beautiful princely city palace. Lunch at 5 star hotel &amp; in the afternoon followed by a trip to crystal gallery.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day-3, Tuesday, Arrival 16.45 AM | Departure 22.00 PM</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">The story is a saga of valor, tenacity &amp; sacrifice. The fort of Chittorgarh is a treasure trove of history &amp; offers to the traveler an insight into the life of the great Rajput rulers. The victory tower or Vijay Stambh is one of the main tourist attractions of the fort. Gaumukh reservoir &amp; the palace of queen Padmini are important spots to the south of the Rana Kumbha palace. The light &amp; sound programme is shown at the fort.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Dinner on board/ Hotel Panna with cultural programme.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day-4, Wednesday, Arrival 05.30 AM Breakfast on board or Hotel Vinayak | Departure 11.00 AM</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Located in the eastern part of Rajasthan, Sawai Modhupur?s claim to fame today is the Ranthambore Fort &amp; Ranthambore National Park. Visit the national park to catch a glimpse of the majestic tigers roaming around in the open wilderness &amp; also pay a visit to the imposing fort to turn a page in the history of Rajasthan. There is also a temple on route the park by the name of Amareshwar Mohadeo temple which can be visited by tourist.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Lunch on board.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day-4, Wednesday, Arrival 13:15 PM | Departure 22.15 PM</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Welcome by caparisoned elephants &amp; sweet music of the auspicious ?Shehnai?. Watch the awesome ?Hawa Mahal? (the palace of winds), elephants ride at amber fort, shopping of centuries old object de arts &amp; other items.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Lunch at a 5 star hotel / on board &amp; visit to the city palace residence of the erstwhile maharaja of Jaipur which houses a museum of amazing centuries-old artifacts &amp; the observatory built by the founder of jaipur maharaja Sawai jai Singh-ii who himself was noted astronomer.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Dinner hotel jai Mahal palace with cultural program.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day-5, Thursday, Arrival 11.00 AM Breakfast on board | Departure 18.30 PM</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">The 9th to 12th century temples of Khajuraho is the evidences of the architectural geniuses during the times of chandela dynasty. situated in Madhya Pradesh, India, Khajuraho oozes with passion, eroticism, dance &amp; music &amp; other finesses of creative arts depicted in sculpture &amp; images of the temples were built in north Indian ?Nagara? style of architure, though only 20 of them have survived the rough weather conditions over long years of time. Guest will take on visit of temples &amp; museum.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Lunch at 5-star hotel &amp; dinner on board.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day-6, Friday, Arrival 06.00 AM | Departure 18.00 PM</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Varanasi is the oldest city of the world. Varanasi is more than 3000 years old &amp; is famous as the city of temples. In Varanasi, there are temples at every few paces. Jyotirlinga Visvanatha temple or golden temple, rebuilt in 1776, is dedicated to the lord Shiva. The Jnana Vapi well (meaning ?well of wisdom) is believed to have been dug by lord Shiva himself. The Ganga Ghats (river front) are the most popular pilgrimage spot of Varanasi &amp; are centers of music &amp; learning. The holy city has been a symbol of spiritualism, philosophy &amp; mysticism for thousands of years &amp; has produced great saints &amp; personalities like Gautama Buddha, Mahavira, Kabir, Tulsi das, Shankaracharaya, Ramanuja &amp; Patanjali.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Lunch at 5-star hotel &amp; dinner on board. Sightseeing include visit to Ghats, Maha Aarti, temples &amp; Buddhist Temples at Saarnath.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day-7, Saturday, Arrival 05.00 AM Breakfast on board | Departure 23.00 PM</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Agra is one of the prominent destinations of the world tourism map with two heritage monuments visiting Taj Mahal &amp; Agra Fort. It is a vibrant centre of culture, art &amp; religious philosophies that have enriched mankind &amp; shaped human thought over centuries. Agra is famous for handicrafts products such as Inlay work on marvel, leather work, footwear, brass-wear, carpets, Jewellery, Zari &amp; embroidery work.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Lunch at 5-star hotel &amp; dinner on board.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day-8, Sunday, Arrival 04.00 AM Breakfast on board. Check out time 07.45 AM</strong></span></p>

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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Royal Accommodation</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">The train Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, offers you two types of accommodation:</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Bravura Suite</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">This princely saloon is especially designed for spacious living with the comfort of royal suite. Some basic features of this suite include silk and velvet bedsheets, perfectly carved wooden furniture, ottoman, sofa-chairs, writing table and colour-coordinated draperies. It is named after the Emerald and Diamond, the two precious stones.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Deluxe Saloon ? The Extraordinary Suite</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">This serves as your personal imperial chamber, especially meant for the contemporary style living. Besides the silk furnishings, the room is beautifully adorned with co-ordinated colour schemes and world class furniture. Equipped with all the modern and luxurious amenities, the rooms follow three different themes in hues of precious jewels such as Ruby, Sapphire and Pearl. They are named as Hawa Mahal, Surya Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Moti Mahal, Jal Mahal, Sukh Mahal, Padmini Mahal, Phool Mahal, Kishori Mahal, Jogi Mahal, Kumbha Palace, Lalgarh Palace and Umaid Palace.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Attendants</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">There are many attendants or &#8216;Khidmatgars&#8217; to take care of your need and comfort.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Restaurant</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">A wide variety of mouth-watering delicacies are available in the two restaurants of the train, Sheesh Mahal and Swarn Mahal. Indian, Continental, Rajasthani and Chinese cuisines are served here with warm hospitality.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Sheesh Mahal is a fine family dining place adorned with marvelous floor lamps, wooden furniture crystal pelmets and crystal showpieces. The other restaurant, Swarn Mahal is designed based on a theme of gold and brass.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Bar</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Both the restaurants, Sheesh Mahal and Swarn Mahal have a bar corner. These well-stocked bars serve you the selected brands of Aperitif, Whiskey, Malt, Scotch, Vodka, Rum, Cognac, Wines and Champagne.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Souvenirs</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">The Royal Rajasthan on Wheels offers numerous products and apparels, which are designed to suit your choice and interest. You can select from a wide range of Beer Mug, Leather Photo Frame, Emboss Leather Jewellery Box, T-shirt, Caps, Cruet Set and Old Paper Notebook with Train Painting.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Hospitality</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">At Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, the gracious hospitality is bound to leave you speechless. Your experience at the regal train will be doubled by the warm welcome and the diligent service. The meticulously trained attendants, your Khidmatgars will serve</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Splendid Saloons</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">The 13 deluxe coaches have been rightly named after the famous palaces of Rajasthan. Namely, Hawa Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Surya Mahal, Moti Mahal, Sukh Mahal, Jal Mahal, Padmini Mahal, Kishori Mahal, Phool Mahal, Jogi Mahal, Kumbha Palace, Umaid Palace.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Transport</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">For a comfortable sightseeing experience, Royal Rajasthan on Wheels will provide AC buses for the passengers in deluxe saloons and cars for passengers in super-deluxe saloon.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Other Facilities</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Nationals and Magazines are available on board</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Laundry service is available on board to serve you better.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">A separate safe is provided in your cabin to store your valuables.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Electric sockets are available inside the train</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Mail box is provided aboard</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Largest windows than any train running on Indian tracks</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Wi-fi connectivity is available</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Temperature control facility in Super Deluxe Saloons</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Business Center, Board Room and Fitness Centers are available</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Spa and recreation facilities are available</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">AC buses and cars for sightseeing experience</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Channel music system and public address system</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Get engrossed with a range of board-games and a variety of books on the train</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Foreign exchange counters at hotel counters</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">110/120 V electric sockets in Train.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is a no smoking train.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Channel music system and public address system.</span></p>

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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">When you are travelling with the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, you can be sure of a memorable experience throughout the journey. It offers you an opportunity to catch the glimpses of rich culture of Rajasthan. To begin with, the travellers are accorded a welcome fit for kings.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">As soon as, the train arrives at Jaipur, the passengers are treated to melodious recitals of Shehnai.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">You can enjoy dance and song performances on board. Some popular names of cultural programmes include Ghoomar Dance (A community dance), Chari Dance (Dancing with a pot on one&#8217;s head), Kachhi Godhi (Men dancing with dummy horses), Fire Dance (dancing with the fire), Terah Thali (dancing with Chau-tara instrument) and Kalbelia Dance (A vigorous and graceful dance movements).</span></p>

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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Note: With effect from September 2017 the old carriages of Palace on Wheels train are going to be replaced by present carriages of Royal Rajasthan On Wheels Train Viz the 7 Nights circuit of Royal Rajasthan on Wheels covering Khajuraho &amp; Varanasi besides Rajasthan. Rajasthan on Wheels will stop operating &amp; same train will now be operating on Palace On Wheels Circuit covering Forts &amp; Palaces of Rajasthan with Taj Mahal.</span></p>
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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Note: With effect from September 2017 the old carriages of Palace on Wheels train are going to be replaced by present carriages of Royal Rajasthan On Wheels Train Viz the 7 Nights circuit of Royal Rajasthan on Wheels covering Khajuraho &amp; Varanasi besides Rajasthan. Rajasthan on Wheels will stop operating &amp; same train will now be operating on Palace On Wheels Circuit covering Forts &amp; Palaces of Rajasthan with Taj Mahal.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">For Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Luxury Train, Please request a quote for Palace on Wheels Train.</span></p>

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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Uniquely exhibiting its Midas Touch, the Deccan Odyssey Train Tour in India flaunts royalty, magnificence and re-discovery with excellence. Embark on the bygone era of primacy and romance with the auspicious journeys mapped by the Deccan Odyssey. Modelled on the tourism initiative of &#8216;Palace on Wheels&#8217;, it now includes the magical destinations of Mumbai, Nashik, Shirdi, Sawai Madhopur, Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Vadodara, Kolhapur, Goa, Aurangabad, Tadoba, Ajanta Caves, Little Rann of Kutch, Hampi, Hyderabad and other eminent locations.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Carving its way across the very heart of India, the journey with Deccan Odyssey Train showcases the best sun-kissed beaches of India, exquisite forts and palaces built with indelible accomplishments along with a blend of religious-spiritual aura. The recent addition in the worldly recognised itinerary of Deccan Odyssey includes Spiritual Sahyadri, Soul Quest, Indian Odyssey, Maharashtra Splendour, Indian Sojourn, Indian Soiree, Hidden Treasures of Gujarat, Golden Treasure, Jewels of the Deccan and Maharashtra Wild Trail.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Fondly called as &#8216;India&#8217;s Blue Train, the Deccan Odyssey includes 21 royally appointed coaches. Along with catering to the guests, these coaches are also utilised for innumerable purposes such as health spa, lounge, conference and dining. One can smell the ambience and feel the touch of the imperial carriages used by the Maharajas.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">This &#8216;Blue Limousine on Rolling Wheels,&#8217; endows a superlative experience, garnering the dreams of many with a touch of magical reality. So be it a UNESCO world heritage site, palatial residence or the vineyard, all these aforementioned destinations are revealed with a majestic touch.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>History</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Deccan Odyssey was an initiative of the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC). MTDC joined hands with the famous Taj Group of Hotels and created the magnificent Deccan Odyssey. Well equipped with all the modern amenities, this luxury train offers a truly wonderful experience.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Though the Railway Ministry signed a MOU for the luxury train with MTDC in February 2001 but it received a green signal by the ICF (Integral Coach Factory) only in May 2002. The design for the train coaches was finalized in five months. It took another five months to complete their construction. Finally this luxury train started its first journey on January 16th,? 2004 from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus(CST)Mumbai.</span></p>

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					<description><![CDATA[The royal luxury train Maharajas' Express promises to take you to the world of raja-maharajas! On board this train, you can enjoy a royal experience to the various states of incredible India....]]></description>
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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The royal luxury train Maharajas&#8217; Express promises to take you to the world of raja-maharajas! On board this train, you can enjoy a royal experience to the various states of incredible India. Enjoy the fascinating attractions like wildlife, royal palaces and forts, mountains, beaches, monuments, desert, cuisine and fairs and festivals.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Maharaja Express is the finest way to explore all these fabulous attractions in a royal style while enjoying luxury. The train takes its passengers to various enchanting regions of India, offering five travel itineraries touching wonderful themes of India Tourism.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">This luxury train promises to take guests across the prominent destinations of incredible India. Taj Mahal, wildlife of Ranthambore, Khajuraho temples and the sacred bathing Ghats of Varanasi with a royal caravan presents a different way to explore the best of the country.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">An expedition on Maharaja&#8217;s Express, India will surely make you feel like king with its world-class facilities and services. Live the royal lifestyle on board this train for a week and enjoy the exciting tour.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>History</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">The Maharaja&#8217;s Express is the royal creation of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd.( IRCTC) and Cox and Kings India Ltd. It is Asia&#8217;s costliest train which will begin its royal journey in March 2010. After doing an extensive research on some of the most luxurious trains in the world, this train was built.</span></p>

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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong><em>Far from your imagination&#8230; A majestic creation&#8230;</em></strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong><em>That&#8217;s Palace on Wheels!</em></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Palace on Wheels Luxury Train India</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Palace on Wheels, the epitome of luxury and comfort, beckons you to travel back in time to the era of raja-maharajas. A feather in the cap of Rajasthan, Palace on Wheels is one of the most luxurious trains in the world. Reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan, the train offers a heritage tour high on luxury. It was once the personal railway coaches of the Maharajas of the princely states of Rajasthan, Gujrat and the Nizam of Hyderabad.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Embark on this royal journey, get treated like a &#8216;king&#8217; and explore several enchanting destinations of North India. Offering 7 nights/8 days of a royal journey, the train covers Jaipur (the Pink city), Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Ranthambhor National Park, Chittorgarh, Udaipur (the city of Lakes), the Bharatpur bird sanctuary and the symbol of love and romance, Agra, before returning to Delhi, the capital of India.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>History</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">The pride of Indian Railways, Palace on Wheels has a glorious history. Its luxury coaches were once used by the? raja-maharajas of the bygone era. Recapturing the &#8220;royal era&#8221;, the train mirrors the rich heritage of the princely states of India. Occupying a prized place among the most luxurious trains in the world, Palace on Wheels started as a fascinating holiday train on 26th January, 1982. And became operational in October of the same year.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Palace on Wheels was the brainchild of Indian Railways and Rajasthan Tourism. To recreate the charm of the glorious era, thirteen carriages from different princely states were brought together and renovated. This luxurious train was launched with unmatched facilities and services to offer its passengers a journey soaked in royalty and luxury.</span></p>

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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The luxurious Palace on Wheels offers 7 Nights/ 8 Days tour, soaked in luxury and royalty to the hilt. The train starts from Delhi on every Wednesday of the week.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day 01 &#8211; Wednesday: Delhi</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Embark on your royal journey on the Palace on Wheels from Delhi Cant. railway station at 17:45 hrs. Honours its guests with a warm and traditional welcome. Enjoy delicious dinner on board at 20:00 hrs.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day 02 &#8211; Thursday: Jaipur</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Arrive in Jaipur, the pink city of Rajasthan at 02:00 hrs. Receive a royal welcome with elephants and a Shehnai recitation. Jaipur is a fascinating city planned according to Vaastu Shastra by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1728 A.D. Enjoy lunch at the famed Rambagh Palace Hotel. Visit the mesmerizing Hawa Mahal, the Jantar Mantar, Nahargarh Fort, Amber Fort and the City Palace. Return to Palace on Wheels at around 18:30 hrs. Dinner on board. The train departs at 19:30 for Jaisalmer.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day 03 -Sunday: Sawai Madhopur</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Arrive in Sawai Madhopur at 04:00 hrs. Tourists from across the globe come here to visit its renowned Ranthambore National Park. Famous for tigers, the park provides shelter to a variety of wildlife species. The other attraction is Ranthambore Fort. After sightseeing return to the train and head towards Chittaurgarh at 10:30 hrs.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Reach Chittaurgarh, the indomitable city, at 15:30 hrs. The city is dominated by the fortified Chittaurgarh Fort, the largest fort of India. It reverberates with history of heroism and bravery. Visit the fort, Vijay Stambh(Tower of Victory) and the Kirti Stambh (Tower of Fame). Leave for Udaipur.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day 04 -Monday: Udaipur</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Arrive in Udaipur at 15:30 hrs., a beautiful city founded in the year 1568 by Maharana Udai Singh. Popularly known as the &#8220;city of lakes and palaces&#8221;, Udaipur is undoubtedly one of the most romantic cities of India. Visit the arresting Jag Niwas, Jag Mandir and Lake Palace. Relish your lunch at Lake Palace Heritage hotel. Post lunch, visit the enchanting City Palace.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day 05 &#8211; Friday: Jaisalmer</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Arrive in Jaisalmer, the Golden City famous for its fort and havelis, at around 08:15 hrs. It was established in 1156 by Bhatti Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal. Visit the stunning Patwon ki haveli and Nathmalji ki haveli, the architectural masterpieces. Post lunch, enjoy camel safari in the unfathomable sand dunes. Have a good time watching the cultural programmes at a hotel in the city. Relish your dinner on the sand dunes under the moonlit sky. Return to the train. The train, at 23:00 hrs, continues its journey to the next halt, Jodhpur.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day 06 &#8211; Saturday: Jodhpur</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Arrive in Jodhpur, a wonderful city nestled on the foothills of a sandstone hill. An oasis in the desert, Jodhpur is a fortified city with high stonewall pierced with seven gates. Visit its attractions &#8211; Mehrangarh Fort, Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana. Enjoy a royal lunch at the opulent Umaid Bhawan Palace. Return to the Palace on Wheels. The train leaves at 15:30 hrs for Sawai Madhopur.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day 07 &#8211; Tuesday: Bharatpur-Agra</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Arrive in Bharatpur at 06:30 hrs. Post breakfast, explore the wilderness of the world famous Bharatpur National Park. Also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park, the Park is a home to an amazing variety of birds, both resident and migratory. Apart from avian species, it also houses a variety of other wildlife species. Depart Bharatpur at 11:45 for Agra.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Arrive Fatehpur Sikri at 14:30 hrs. Visit its famous attraction- Mosque and Tomb of Salim Chishti ( a Muslim Sufi saint) built by the Mughal emperor Akbar. Post lunch at a hotel in Agra, visit the incredible Taj Mahal. It is one of the seven wonders of the world, symbolizing eternal love. Beautifully located on the banks of River Yamuna, it was built by the 5th Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan in the year 1631 in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Dinner on board.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Day 08 &#8211; Wednesday: Delhi</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Arrive in Delhi at Delhi Cant. railway station at 6:00 hrs. Breakfast on board. This marks the end of your royal journey, leaving you with a record of golden memories.</span></p>

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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Royal Accommodation</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">For a majestic experience, the train offers 14 fully air conditioned deluxe saloons named after the princely states of Rajasthan. Each saloon has 4 cabins fitted with bath and shower, intercom, channel music, satellite phones, wall to wall carpeting and other amenities. Adorned like a palace, the saloons offer a truly royal experience.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Attendant</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">To take care of your every need, an attendant or &#8216;Khidmatgar&#8217; is available at your service round the clock.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Restaurants</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Done to perfection, the two restaurants namely “The Maharaja” and &#8220;The Maharani&#8221; serve lip-smacking Rajasthani, Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisine.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Bar</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Well stocked with Indian and international brands of alcohol, the bar remains open round the clock.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Lounge</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Each coach has an attached well maintained lounge for passengers to enjoy their leisure. Each lounge provides amenities like colour TV, CD player, news papers, magazines and other books.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>The Bazaar</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">The train also offers &#8220;The Bazaar&#8221; (a shop) where you can shop for a variety of handicrafts.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To make your stay comfortable, the other facilities and services provided on board are laundry services, barbershop, beauty parlours, indoor games, medical aid, mailbox, luggage collection, arrival kit, mineral water etc.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">The train also offers special assistance for disabled persons. Wheel chairs, creches and a special attendant are provided for assistance.</span></p>

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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Although Palace on Wheel is a great attraction in itself but to add more entertainment to your journey, it has something more in store for you. It offers cultural programmes on board and on arriving at destinations such as regional dance performances and puppet shows. These especially designed cultural programs provide a refreshing effect to the passengers. At every halt, your get an excellent opportunity to see the finest performances performed by talented artists.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Enjoy overwhelming dance performances like:</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Ghoomar Dance</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">It is a community dance performed by women in groups on auspicious occasions. In this simple dance, ladies move gracefully in circles.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Chari Dance</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">Chari means &#8216;a pot&#8217;. The dance includes dancing with a pot, on one&#8217;s head where an illuminated lamp is placed.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Fire Dance</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">This dance involves a huge fire in which men of Jasnathi community jump in the fire. The dance is performed with the sound of drumbeats.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Terah Thali</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">In this dance, men play a Chau-tara, a four-stringed instrument and women hold a sword between their teeth. It also involves placing of pots with illuminated lamps on their heads.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Kalbelia Dance</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;">This dance is performed by Kalbelia women who dance gracefully and as the accompanying music rises in tempo, it makes the dance more vigorous.</span></p>

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			<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The luxurious Palace on Wheels starts its journey on every Wednesday of the week from Delhi Cant Railway Station. The train is in operation only during September to April every year. To maintain its high standards, the train requires a lot of maintenance and renovation. So during rest of the months it does not operate.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Season 2019 &#8211; 2020 &amp; 2021</strong></span></p>
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<td class="tableHead"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>DEPARTURE DATES</strong></span></td>
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<td><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>March 2020</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">04, 11, 18, 25</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>April 2020</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">01, 08, 15</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>May 2020 to August 2020</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">No Operations</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Sept 2020</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">02, 09, 16, 23, 30</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Oct 2020</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">07, 14, 21, 28</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Nov 2020</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">04, 11, 18, 25</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Dec 2020</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">02, 09, 16, 23, 30</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Jan 2021</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">06, 13, 20, 27</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Feb 2021</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">3, 10, 17, 24</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>March 2021</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">3, 10, 17, 24, 31</span></td>
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<td><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>April 2021</strong></span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">7, 14, 21, 28</span></td>
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			<p class="headingtext" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Valid from Season 2019 &amp; 2020</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Prices in US$</strong></span></p>
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<td class="tableHead"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>SEPT 2019 &amp; APR 2020</strong></span></td>
<td class="tableHead"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>(OCT 2019 TO MARCH 2020)</strong></span></td>
<td class="tableHead"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>DESCRIPTION</strong></span></td>
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<td align="LEFT" height="20"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Single</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">US$ 650 per night</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">US$ 865 per night</span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">Single Cabin</span></td>
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<td align="LEFT" height="20"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Double/Twin</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">US$ 500 per person per night</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">US$ 650 per person per night</span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">Twin Sharing Cabin</span></td>
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<td align="LEFT" height="20"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Super Deluxe</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">US$ 1800 per cabin per night</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">US$ 1800 per cabin per night</span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">Double Super Deluxe Cabin</span></td>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Prices in INR for Indian National</strong></span></p>
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<td class="tableHead" colspan="2"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>OCCUPANCY</strong></span></td>
<td class="tableHead"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>SEPT 2019 &amp; APR 2020</strong></span></td>
<td class="tableHead"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>(OCT 2019 TO MARCH 2020)</strong></span></td>
<td class="tableHead"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>DESCRIPTION</strong></span></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="LEFT" height="20"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Single</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">INR 39000 per night</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">INR 51900 per night</span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">Single Cabin</span></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="LEFT" height="24"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Double/Twin</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">INR 30000 per person per night</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">INR 39000 per person per night</span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">Twin Sharing Cabin</span></td>
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<td colspan="2" align="LEFT" height="20"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Super Deluxe</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">INR 108000 per cabin per night</span></td>
<td align="LEFT"><span style="font-size: 14px;">INR 108000 per cabin per night</span></td>
<td><span style="font-size: 14px;">Double Super Deluxe Cabin</span></td>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"># 10% extra surcharge during Christmas and New Year departures.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"># 5% GST will be extra as applicable.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"># 50% of the prevailing tariff will be charged for the children between 05-12 years of age</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"># 10% of the prevailing tariff will be charged for the children below 05 years.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"># 5% TDS on commission will be charged</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"># The tariff structure for the guests having Indian Identity proof (Passport/Voter ID/Aadhaar/ will be applicable.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 14px;"># The tariff is inclusive of cost of travel, accommodation, all meals, sightseeing tours, entrance fee (excluding video camera fee) for monuments &amp; palaces and entertainment.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"># Tariff does not include liquor, laundry and other items of personal nature.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>The above Tariff is subject to change without notice.<br />
Service Tax are subject to change as per the government of India directives.</strong></span></p>
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Reservation / Cancellation &#8211; Terms &amp; Conditions</strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Booking Policy:</strong></span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 14px;">20% of ticket value plus applicable taxes at the time of confirming the booking.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14px;">20% balance of advance of the ticket value 95 days prior to the departure date.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Remaining 60% of ticket value 45 days prior to departure date.</span></li>
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<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>Cancellation Policy:</strong></span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 14px;">10% of ticket value 90 days or more prior to departure date.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14px;">20% of ticket value between 89 to 30 days prior to departure date.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14px;">100% of ticket value 29 days prior to departure date.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>For USD bookings:</strong> The payable amount in INR should be credited in our account as per the rate of exchange (ROE) of the previous day of the date (www.rbi.org.in) of transferring the amount by the agent.</span></li>
</ul>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><strong>No show/ En route termination of tour/amendment:</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"># No Show &#8211; In case of No Show / Non-arrival of the guest, no refund or adjustment in future travel will be possible. The whole amount shall be treated as forfeited.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"># En route termination of tour &#8211; In case of termination of tour by the guest, for any reasons, no refund or adjustment for future travel will be possible. The amount for unused portion of the tour shall be treated as forfeited.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 14px;"># Amendment &#8211; Is only possible under the circumstances like Natural Disaster / Natural Calamity or Serious Health Problem&#8217;s (this needs to be supported by doctor&#8217;s certificate) and is subject to availability. No refunds are possible and every case will be decided on merits on a case to case basis. No amendment will be permissible in case of booking of groups or complete train.</span></p>

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