The Maharaja Express is a luxury train that runs on 5 circuits, covering more than 12 destinations across Central India and North-West, among them the major sector in Rajasthan. It was introduced in March 2010 and is owned and operated by the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation. It is well equipped with all the modern and luxurious amenities to offer comfortable and amazing onboard experiences to the guests. It received The World. It is 07 nights and 08 days tour, which offers you a whirlwind tour across diligently selected destinations to bring out the best of the Indian diversity and rich heritage. It will allow you to explore the rich cultural heritage and traditions of North India along with that into an era of Maharajas.
Tourist Attractions: Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat, President House, Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple & Qutub Minar, India Gate
Have your breakfast and proceed for Delhi sightseeing. At 10:30 p.m. we will board the Maharajas' Express Train at Safdarjung Railway Station. You will be welcomed with royal tradition by garlanding, tikka, and welcome drinks before boarding the train. You will be served dinner on board and take a rest.
Overnight at Maharaja Express.
Tourist Attractions: Hawa Mahal Palace of Wind, Jantar Mantar, The City Palace, Jai Mandir
Today morning arrived in the pink city, ‘Jaipur’. This city is known for its magnificent and marvelous palaces, forts, and temples. Here you can experience the beautiful handicrafts, handlooms, world-famous gemstones, and other textiles. Take your lunch at Amber Fort. After reaching Amber, enjoy an elephant ride up to the fort.
Overnight at Maharaja Express.
Tourist Attractions: Ranthambore National Park, Jama Masjid, Buland-Darwaza, and tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti. Khass Mahal, Shahi-Bazar, Mina-Bazar, the Panch-Mahal, Khwabgah, Anup-Talao, Chaupar Diwan-i-Khass, and Diwan-i-Am
Have your breakfast in the morning and reach Ranthambore National Park, which is about 14 Km from Sawai Madhopur. There visit the great fort of Ranthambore at the top of the Aravalli hill. This National Park is reserved for Royal Tigers. Then you will take for jungle safari inside the National Park. Be lucky to find out Tigers and other species. And also you can enjoy bird watching inside the forest. Take your lunch on the train. Then we will move towards the ghost city of Agra, Fatehpur Sikri. Take your lunch onboard. Return to the train and continue your journey to Agra.
Overnight at Maharaja Express.
Tourist Attractions: Taj Mahal, Gwalior Fort, Jai Vilas Palace Museum.
Have your breakfast in the morning and arrive at Agra. After breakfast, we will visit the world-famous Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built by the Emperor Shah Jahan of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. After that, we will continue our journey toward the fort city of Gwalior. Take your lunch and then proceed on a tour of the magnificent Gwalior in the evening and enjoy tea. Then return to the train and depart for Orchha.
Overnight at Maharaja Express.
Tourist Attractions: Orchha Sightseeing, Western Group of Temples at Khajuraho, Southern Group of temples
Have your breakfast in the morning arrive at Jhansi Railway station and drive towards Orchha. Breakfast on board and then visit to the Jahangiri Mahal, pass over Chaturbhuj temple & the Cenotaphs of Orchha. Return to the train and continue onwards to the temple city of Khajuraho. Lunch on board. Upon arrival, proceed to visit the magnificent temples of Khajuraho. Visit the three groups - the Western Group of Temples at Khajuraho, and after lunch, we will visit the Southern group of temples. Have your evening tea on the train and take a rest. You will be served dinner on the board and depart for Varanasi.
Overnight at Maharaja Express.
Tourist Attractions: Varanasi sightseeing
Have your breakfast and you will arrive at Varanasi excellent city famed for its ghats along the River Ganges. You can go boat riding in the morning and experience the beautiful ghats on the River Ganges. Return to your Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Train for breakfast and take some rest. Later we will proceed for an excursion tour to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Sarnath. Return to the train and have your lunch and take some rest. In the evening, attend the Aarti on the river Ganges. You will be served dinner onboard and depart for Lucknow.
Overnight at Maharaja Express.
Tourist Attractions: Lucknow sightseeing
Have your breakfast in the morning and arrive at Lucknow, popularly known as “The City of Nawabs”. Morning proceed on a sightseeing tour of Lucknow visiting Bara Imambara & The Residency. The Bara or Great Imambara is an amazing monument of Lucknow dedicated to the Muslim holy man. Besides the Imambara, the British Residency of Lucknow is a famous historical landmark of this place. Have your lunch on the train. After some time of relaxation, we will proceed to enjoy the Indian Night at the Residence of Local Nawab of Jehagirabad. Dinner on board and depart for Delhi.
Overnight at Maharaja Express.
Have your breakfast in the morning and arrive at Delhi. Check out from the luxurious train and then transfer to the airport to board the flight for an onward journey. We wish you a safe journey.
