6 Nights Indian Panorama Journey of Maharajas Express from New Delhi to New Delhi

Destinations Covered: Pink City of Jaipur ⇒ Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve ⇒ Fatehpur Sikri ⇒ Agra Taj Mahal ⇒ Orchha & Khajuraho Temples ⇒ Varanasi Town on Holy Ganges

Day 1: Sunday Morning: New Delhi depart

Report by 0730 a.m. at Delhi Safderjung Railway Station for traditional welcome & check-in formalities of Maharajas Express. Train departs by 830 a.m. . Breakfast & Lunch on board

Day 1: Sunday Evening: Jaipur

Train arrives in late afternoon at Jaipur, proceed for Dinner at exclusive venue & later return to Maharajas Express & train stationed overnight at Jaipur.

Day 02: Monday: Jaipur

After sumptuous breakfast, proceed for Excursion to UNESCO World Heritage Site of 16th century built Amber Fort Palace, built atop a small hillock on city outskirts. Return to Maharaja Express for Lunch.

Post lunch option to be at leisure on board the train OR avail optional tours.

Later in the evening train departs for Sawai Madhopur and dinner on board.

Optional Tours in Jaipur: (at Extra Cost-on direct payment)

  • Avail spa facilities in 5 star hotel.
  • Private shopping trip.
  • Visit City Palace, Museum & Sun Dial (Jantar Mantar).

Day 03: Tuesday Morning: Ranthambhore

RanthambhoreOn arrival at Sawai Madhopur Railway Station, proceed for excursion to Jungles of Ranthambhore - the private hunting ground of the Maharajas. Possible sighting of the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. Also, sambar, chital, nilgai, chinkara, wild boar, sloth bear, hyena, jackal and leopard. Return to train and enjoy breakfast and lunch on board. Depart onwards.

Day 03: Tuesday Afternoon: Fatehpur Sikri

Arrive at Fatehpur Sikri and proceed for excursion to the deserted Mughal City, comprising of imposing gateways, Halls of Private and Public audience and beautifully sculptured palaces. Return to the Maharajas Express train for dinner & train departs.

Day 4: Wednesday: Agra

Early morning visit One of seven wonders of Modern World, The Taj Mahal; constructed entirely out of white marble, an architectural masterpiece featuring beautiful inlay work and marble screens. This is followed by another exclusive event, champagne breakfast overlooking Taj Mahal, atop a hillock. Later return to comforts of Maharajas Express for Lunch.

Afternoon either at leisure Or Avail Optional Tours.

Dinner on board & Train departs from Agra at Night.

Optional Tours in Agra (at extra cost-on direct payment)

  • Spa facilities at 5 star hotel.
  • Mohabbat E Taj Cultural dance program.
  • Itmad-Ud-Daulah Mausoleum visit.
  • Agra Fort Visit.
  • Private Shopping Tour.

Day 5: Thursday Morning: Orchha

After early breakfast ,De Board at Jhansi Railway Station at 0730 a.m. for excursion to Mid -16th Century built Fort town of Orchha. & discover its charms Tuktuks. Later return to comforts of Maharajas Express & train departs. Lunch on-board.

Day 5: Thursday Afternoon: Khajuraho

KhajurahoAfter Visiting Erotic Kama Sutra temples, Choice to Either return to comforts of Maharajas Express Or Avail Optional Activities.

Dinner on board & late night train departs for Varanasi.


Optional Tours in Khajuraho(at extra cost-on direct payment)

  • Spa facilities at 5 star hotel.
  • Light & Sound Show.
  • Dances of India show.

Day 6: Friday: Varanasi

Varanasi Good MorningBreakfast on board & Train arrives in Varanasi by Noon.

On arrival proceed to 5 Star Hotel for lunch., followed by excursion to Sarnath- where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon 2500 years ago and brief visit to Silk Weaving Centre. Late afternoon enjoy Boat Ride in Holy Ganges River to witness magical lamp immersion ceremony.

Later return back to comforts of Maharajas Express & train departs from Varanasi.

Day 7: Saturday Afternoon: New Delhi Check Out

Breakfast and Lunch on board. Train arrives by 1500 hrs. at Delhi Safderjung Railway Station & Journey aboard Maharajas Express ends on arrival

Note:

  • Train Tour Operator reserves the right to change & amend the scheduled tour program at short notice ,to suit local logistics.
  • For Booking of Optional Tours, please contact On Board Guest Relations Executive.

Booking Procedure

  • We require Name/Nationality/Date of Birth/Passport Numbers of all the passengers to process booking request.
  • Booking will be confirmed on receipt of MINIMUM 30% advance deposit of Ticket Value.
  • Balance Payment must reach us at least 70 days before tour depart.
  • Booking request made less than 70 days before tour depart, will be confirmed on receipt of one time full deposit of ticket value.
  • Payment can be made by Online Credit Card OR Swift Bank Wire Transfer.
  • To issue Travel documents ,we require Passport Copy of all passengers & Reservation Form.
  • Advice interest to Book Hotels in New Delhi & Mumbai or customized package tours pre/post train tour journey.
  • Passengers are advised to pre-book Tour Insurance from country of origin.

CANCELLATION TERMS

  • Royal Indian Trains is PSA-IA of Maharajas’ Express operated by IRCTC; & our liability is limited to that of Booking Agent Only.
  • All requests for cancellation must be made in writing & acknowledged by us.
  • Minimum 30% of ticket value will be charged as cancellation fee if booking cancelled > 65 days before tour depart.
  • Minimum 50% of ticket value will be charged as cancellation fee if booking cancelled between 64 days to 50 days before tour depart.
  • Full 100% of ticket value will be charged as cancellation fee if booking cancelled < 49 days before tour depart.
  • Request for Change in Passenger Name/Journey Date as per IRCTC policy.
  • All overseas refunds ,as per cancellation policy are subject to rules & regulations of Reserve Bank Of India.
  • Royal Indian Trains reserves the right to deduct US$ 100 bank processing fee to process overseas funds & will be refunded in equivalent INR Rupees as per amount received.
  • Train Tour Operator (IRCTC) reserves the right to cancel the scheduled depart if occupancy is less & refund the advance received (with NO further liability).
IMPORTANT:
  • Disputes, if any, are subject to Jurisdiction of Courts of New Delhi (India) Only.

PAYMENT OPTIONS

By Online Credit Card Authorization OR Swift Wire Transfer OR NEFT/RTGS Transfer