Udaipur, The ancient city of Udaipur often referred as the City of Lakes, the Venice of the East and is said to be “The most ROMANTIC” city in India. 

0800 Hrs Breakfast on board

0930 Hrs proceed for Boat ride on Lake Pichola followed by visit to City Palace and Crystal Gallery.

Boat ride on Lake Pichola , 4 km long and 3 km broad, surrounded by splendid hills, Palace, temples, bathing Ghats and embankments.City Palace, once entirely the home of Mewar’s rulers, is today largely a museum run by the Maharana Mewar Foundation. One of the most iconic landmarks of Rajasthan is the City Palace in Udaipur. Located on the banks of Pichola, the palace has a got view of the city worth admiring. Crystal Gallery, located in Fateh Prakash Palace in the heart of Udaipur. Crystal Gallery treasure of various crystals. The gallery has the largest collection of crystals all over the world. It is established by by Maharana Sajjan Singhji of erstwhile Rajput Kingdom. The Crystal Gallery was opened to public only in 1994. It also showcases fountains, dresses, dining table, mirrored table tops, washing bowls, sofa set, a crystal bed and imposing jewel encrusted carpet. Crystal Gallery is a unique place and it is worth for a visit.

1300 Hrs Lunch at Satkar Hall of Fatehprakash Palace.

1500 Return to Maharajas’ Express or may avail optional activities-Spa at a hotel or Local City Tour.

1930 Hrs Dinner will be served on board

2200 Hrs Maharajas Express proceed for Jodhpur.

Overnight on board Maharaja Express Train 

Jodhpur This princely state is referred as “The Blu City” among Rajasthan`s many princely settlements, Jodhpur is one of the most distinctive. This 500 years old settlement was the headquarters of the Rathore Rajputs celebrated for their tales of daring.

0700 Hrs Breakfast on board

0900 Hrs Relax on-board or you may choose optional activities

1030 Hrs Arrival at Jodhpur 

1300 Hrs Lunch on board

 1430 Hrs Proceed to visit the Mehrangarh Fort followed by a Walking Tour of the Old Clock Tower market and enjoy a joy ride on Tuk Tuks.

Visit the 5-km long Mehrangarh Fort situated on a 125 mt high hill, Mehrangarh fort is one of the largest forts in India. The beauty and the grandeur of numerous palaces in the fort narrates a saga of hard sandstones yielding to the chisels of skilled Jodhpuri sculptures. After visiting Fort continue to Old Clock Tower Market is a popular landmark in the old city. The vibrant is close to the tower, and narrow alleys lead from here to a bazaar selling vegetables, spices, Indian sweets, textiles, silver and handicrafts. It is a great place to ramble around at leisure. Also enjoy Tuk Tuk ride.

1730 Hrs Proceed for an exclusive cocktail dinner at an exclusive venue.

2030 Hrs Return to Maharajas' Express Train

Overnight on board Maharaja Express Train

 Bikaner Rajasthan’s forgotten jewel in the Thar Desert founded by Rao Bika elder son of Maharaja Rao Jodha in 1488. Prior to this the area was a desolate wasteland called Jangladesh. And it may have remained a wasteland were it not for the ambitions of a young Rajput prince.

 0800 Hrs Enjoy your journey through the countryside while having breakfast on board

 0900 Hrs Arrive into Bikaner. Relax onboard or you may choose an Optional activity

 1300 Hrs Lunch on board

 1430 Hrs after lunch proceed to visit Junagarh Fort followed by Sundowners at Sand Dunes.

Junagarah Fort was built in the 15th century, by one of the most able and trusted generals of Akba Raja Rai Singh. An exciting blend of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles is found in every nook and corner of this fort. The Junagarh Fort also known as Bikaner Fort is an unconquerable fortress which has withstood the ravages of time and has remained unconquered till date. After visiting Fort proceed to visit Sundowners at Sand Dunes.

1730 Hrs experience the royal pageantry as a convoy of camel carts accompanied by musicians takes you to the Sand Dunes. Enjoy cocktails, savour traditional mouth watering barbecue delicacies as you enjoy traditional folk dance.

2030 Hrs return back to Maharaja Express Train.

2130 Hrs proceed for Jaipur.

Overnight on board Maharaja Express Train

Jaipur was built in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singh II. It is a planned city built with ancient Hindu rules as the colonial capital of a richly colorful state. It was made attractive with the pink wash - a traditional color of welcome in 1853 in honor of the visit of Prince Albert.

0800 Hrs Breakfast on board.

0930 Hrs after breakfast proceed for a sightseeing tour of Amber Fort.

Amber Fort is an opulent palace complex made of red sandstone and marble. It is set in picturesque and rugged hills is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Constructed by Raja Man Singh I in 1592 and completed by Mirja Raja Jai Singh the fort was made in red sand stone and white marble. Shila Devi Temple the famous idol of goddess Durga situated in the Amber Fort. It is believe that Maharaja Mansingh brought the statue of the goddess Shila Devi from jessore (Now in Bangladesh) and install it in a temple. Amber is the classic and romantic fort-palace with a magnificent aura. The rugged forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise with a beautiful fusion of art and architecture.The interior wall of the palace depicts expressive painting scenes with carvings, precious stones and mirror settings.

1230 Hrs after sightseeing proceed for Lunch at Rambagh Palace. Originally built in 1835, Rambagh Palace, has stepped gracefully through many royal transitions—from the home of the queen’s favourite handmaiden, to royal guesthouse and hunting lodge, and later as the residence of the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II and his queen, Maharani Gayatri Devi. Today, convert in to a luxury hotel. The palace retains its royal splendour, hand-carved marble latticework, and elaborate gardens. 

You may choose Optional Activities – Spa at a hotel, Visit to City Palace Museum and Observatory or Local City Tour

1600 Hrs return back to Maharaja Express Train. Relax on-board or you may choose optional activities.

1930 Hrs Dinner will be served on board.

2200 Hrs Maharajas' Express proceeds to Sawai Madho (Ranthambhore).

Overnight on board Maharaja Express Train

Ranthambore National Park and Tiger Reserve is one of the world’s best known wilderness areas. Once a private game reserve of the royal House of Jaipur. Located 14 kilometres from Sawai Madhopur and at the junction of some of the geologically oldest mountain ranges-the Aravallis and Vindyas - Ranthambore offers some of the finest opportunities for sighting the magnificent tiger in the wild. Park terrain is a major wildlife tourist attraction that has drawn the attention of many wildlife photographers and lovers from all over the world.

0630 Hrs Proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park

0945 Hrs Return to Maharajas Express Train

Breakfast on board

1015 Hrs Maharajas Express proceed for Fatehpur Sikri

1330 Hrs Lunch on board

1445 Hrs Arrive Fatehpur Sikri

1500 Hrs Proceed to visit deserted Mughal City of Fatehpur Sikri.

Fatehpur Sikri a city predominantly in red sand-stone, situated at a distance of 37 kms from Agra, was built by the Mughal Emperor Jalal-ud-din Mohammad Akbar, in honour of the great Sufi saint Sheikh Salim Chisti. See the graceful buildings including the Jama Masjid, the Tomb of Salim Chishti, & the other palaces.

1745 Hrs Return to Maharajas Express Train and proceed to Agra.

1930 Hrs Enjoy an “Indian Evening” followed by dinner onboard.

2000 Hrs Arrive into Agra

Overnight on board Maharaja Express Train

0600 Hrs Proceed to visit Taj Mahal.

Taj Mahal is a vestige of a most beautiful and sacred love story that proves the so-called “Eternal Love”. Iconic, beautiful, and jaw dropping — words can never be enough to describe the beauty of this landmark of eternal love. Taj Mahal in Agra, one of the most-admired seven wonders in the world is a classic tale of declaration of love by a Mughal Emperor Shahjahan for his wife, Mumtaz. The artistic masterpiece was built by Shahjahan after the demise of his wife during child birth, as an apparent token of love in her memory. Taj Mahal, is India’s most famous monument and a shrine of timeless love. Its pristine white marble shines brilliantly through the sun rays providing for a visual masterpiece. It was was declared as UNESCO world heritage site in 1983.

0830 Hrs Post Taj Mahal visit, proceed for breakfast at Taj Khema

1045 Hrs Return to Maharajas' Express Train

1100 Hrs Maharajas' Express proceeds to Delhi

1330 Hrs Lunch on board

1615 Hrs Disembark at Safdarjung Railway Station and bid farewell to the Maharajas' Express as your journey comes to an end. 

END OF THE TOUR

  Itinerary, destinations and scheduled departures may change without prior notice.