Itinerary of Palace on Wheels

Embark on the journey with the streets of Jaipur, the pink city and the glimmering gem of Rajasthan`s crown. Jaipur is not just an ordinary city; it is crafted with so much of masterpieces introduced by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1727. The city boasts architectural brilliance and symphony of royal past that revamps the soul of the city.

Once you start exploring Jaipur, you will find so much of artistic perfection and the echoes of bygone craftsmen will take your heart away. The city has so much to offer from glittering jewels in the textiles to unforgettable flavours in your plate. Jaipur is a complete feast for a lively traveler.

While exploring the city, you will find you will notice the painted buildings- “The pink City of India” and these Structures stand as testament of architectural brilliance and town planning of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. The city not only feast your eyes but the melodious music and rich tapestry of artists will harmonize your ears. The artisans in Jaipur showcase some really unmatchable artistry through their jeweler and textiles that creates a perfect landscape of royalty.

The glided streets, adorned with bright, colorful artistry are irresistible. Every cornerstone of the city tells a unique story about the past of the city and its royalty. Every hued edifice of the city has so much to talk about the royalty of its monarch. These colorful architectures, finely fabricated music and elegantly designed fabric makes Jaipur, an inseparable part of Indian history. With this journey, you can fabricate your memories with lavish flavours of Jaipur and resonant melodies of traditional music that will create unforgettable memories of Indian history and heritage.

Beyond the brilliance of architecture, there is a place where royalty echoes louder and that place is Sawai Madhopur of Rajasthan. Sawai Madhopur will be your next destination named after Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I. This city resides in close proximity with Ranthambore National Park and offer great glimpse of royalty.

Before moving forward, prepare yourself to experience the haven of diverse wildlife where tigers reign the territory and show their regal presence in the territory. The city is deeply connected with vibrant forests and whispers the language of ancient history with its 10th century fort standing in the city.

Chittorgarh is a place where valour and glory echoes loudly and it can easily captivate you with its unwavering devotion. The history of Chittorgarh remarks stirring chapters in India, being one of the most powerful and contested seats of power in India. This place remains very sacred for Rajputs as it represents their unwavering spirit in tough times when others lost their momentum. This place got recognition in 2013 when included in the list of UNESCO world Heritage Site.

The Bhimlat Kund of Chittorgarh find its traces from Mahabharata, as it is believed that the construction of Bhimlat Kund was attributed by Bhima when he got stuck and with all his might, he created this reservoir. Chittorgarh is one of those places that will remain in your hearts forever and whispering stories of valor and courage.

Now, your journey will take a slight turn to beauty as we head towards Udaipur. The city was named after Rana Udai Singh and is renowned for its numerous lakes that enchants its charm. The stunning views and locations make Udaipur, one of the most romantic cities, intertwined with legendary love stories of ancient time rulers.

Along with its romance, the city also offers great splendors of architecture that again shows the brilliance of bygone architecture. This city is a perfect place to collect multiple souvenirs with its rich history that serving as a reminder of the royalty that once graced the land.

The Jag Mandir in Udaipur will surely captivate you with its majestic view surrounded by clear blue water which seems unreal but a real masterpiece of Indian architecture. You will reach there through ferry which itself will be an artistic adventure for you that will not only amaze you about the bygone era but also questions many scientific theories. The Jag Mandir is so precisely designed that it seems to be heavenly from a significant height as if its belongs to your dream.

A Brush with colorful thoughts and a cruise of beauty

After a fulfilling lunch, we offer you an opportunity to showcase your colorful thoughts through brush and colors. You can get the opportunity to join painting classes under the guidance of a professional painter. This activity will not only introduce you to an artform but also immerse you in the world of natural colors.

To further enhance your experience, We will take you on a boat ride across lake pichola to a 5 star hotel for a delightful lunch. Here, you can savor delicious food while enjoying the scenic beauty of the lake. However, your destination will be Jag Mandir which is a historical marvel located right at the center of the lake. But the experience of savoring delicious lunch in the lake will undoubtedly become a cherished memory.

Your romanticized mood will take a royal turn once we enter in Jaisalmer- “Golden City”. This city was named after Rawal Jaisal who found it in 1156 and the name of the city translates itself as “the hill fort of Jaisal” representing the magnificent structure that will be the part of crown jewel.

This city located in the heart of India's only desert- Thar Desert, which is also the largest sand desert region of the world. Even after so much of sand dunes around, Jaisalmer shines with its stunning architecture. After sunsets, the sandstone forts of Jaisalmer glorify its magic. After witnessing this view, you will actually understand why Jaisalmer is known as the Golden City.

Once you step into Jaisalmer, prepare to travel back to the journey of bygone period as the city exudes of rustic charm with roads lined with mansions and havelis. Many of them are already included in the list of World Heritage Site and these architectural feature intricate marvels of detailing of every corner that glorifies the rich past of this place.

A royal night under Bigger Fort

To give you the real essence of Jaisalmer, we will organize a special dinner under desert sky at “Sun Dew”. With ascending darkness, the elegance of Jaisalmer Fort begins glorifying and slightly turn into Golden Fort after illumination. The golden sight of sandstone bathed in warm hue will be breathtaking. Dining under the open sky with the glowing fort in the background will create an unforgettable experience.

The feeling of royalty will reach to its peak as you arrive Jodhpur, the “Blue City”. The city was founded by Rao Jodha,Rajput king in 1459 and considered to be the second largest city of Rajasthan.

The sense of this place begins as you approach the town of Mandor. The Royal Brass Band of Mehrangarh Fort will make your arrival even more special, offering glimpse of royal entries from bygone era. The vibrant melodies of your arrival will set a perfect tone for exploration of royal paradise.

Jodhpur is renowned for its magnificent forts and palaces which stands as a testament of unmatched power of past. However, the beauty of Jodhpur goes beyond the royal architecture as the ordinary houses of Jodhpur will give you a glimpse of delicate stonework and exquisite craftmanship. The design of carved windows gives a great testament of rich architectural heritage. The indigo hue that washes over the city is captivating and contributes to jodhpur’s title of “Blue City of India”. This touch of indigo enhance the charm of city and making it irresistibly appealing.

Prepare yourself for vibrant fusion of artistry and history in Jodhpur experience an unforgettable part of your memory.

The journey of royal adventure will take an exciting turn as you enter Bharatpur, a city of architectural brilliance. The city founded by Jat King Maharaja Suraj Mal in the 17th century and at that time, the city was completely fortified and known as “Lohagarh” (The Iron Fort). The resilience of its military and its architecture helped the city to withstand numerous foreign attacks.

Lohagarh is a masterpiece in its defensive techniques as the stratified and tough walls of the fort are enough to resist enemy`s attacks. Also, the periphery of the fort surrounded with heavy jaw crocodiles makes the enemy rethink before attack. These are some of the most important things that makes Lohagarh “The Invincible Garh” of bygone era. Lohagarh is a perfect fusion of strategical military resilience and exquisite craftmanship. The fort has two entry gates with Northern gate named as Ashtadhatu which is engraved with pictures of elephants while the southern gate is named as Chowburja which is a four pillared gate. Moreover, the artilleries, armors, artefacts and weapons are so delicately preserved that they will give you an eye catching moment.

The expedition to Keoladeo National Park which is also a UNESCO world heritage site has so much things to offer. The park is home to vibrant migratory birds from across the world including China and Siberia. You will surely get captivated with the majesty of Siberian Cranes, Kingfishers, Storks, bee-eaters, Herons and other birds migrated in different seasons. Bharatpur is one of the rarest kingdoms which is ruled by the Jat kings and Maharaja Suraj Mal played an important role in the formation of Bharatpur. Your journey of exploration will be followed by a breakfast at Mahal Khas that has its own rich history of 198 years. This place was once the residence of Maharaja Suraj Mal makes it even more special. Today, Mahal Khas is owned by Mr. Bhagat Singh who opened this place for delicious saviors even after such historical significance to fuel your journey with historic landmarks.

Now after covering all the historical landmarks in Bharatpur, the journey will turn towards Agra which is again a historically significant center. Located on the banks of Yamuna, the city was formed by Sultan Sikandar Lodi in 1504 erstwhile ruler of Delhi. But according to many experts, Agra got its soul after Mughal artistry and splendid masterpieces. Agra is the most prominent center of Mughal architecture, home to one of the most iconic structures i.e. Taj Mahal. This monument was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of Mumtaz Mahal to embody his love and artistry. The architecture includes white marble engraved with precious stones and artistry that will leave you surprised. As you will start exploring this architecture, you will get captivated in the story of eternal love that Taj Mahal represents.

Agra, the city fused with architectural wonders and historically significant places will surely become an undetachable part of your memory. Prepare yourself to see the legacy of Mughal era and their architecture included in the most iconic city of India.

Here is the end of unforgettable journey – the Palace on Wheels schedule is described in detail as above. This journey was started with so much of curiosity and aspirations through train journey. The train will arrive Delhi at 7:00AM and we hope that by the time train will reach to its final destination, you will be filled with so much of unforgettable memories and experiences. The final breakfast will be served at 7:30 AM and it will be to check out. We thank you for your cooperation and support with the staff and hope to meet again for more memories. Best wishes and Travel Safely!