Early morning, transfer to aboard the Maharajas Express Luxury Train at New Delhi's Safdarjung Railway Station.

The Maharajas' Express departs Delhi at 0815 hours for Agra. Enjoy breakfast and lunch on-board as you arrive into Agra. Join us for a session on the train for a tour brief and meet your facilitators during this exciting journey.

Agra is famous as being home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World - the Taj Mahal. The architectural splendour of the Mausoleums, the fort and the palaces is vivid reminder of the opulence of the legendary Mughal Empire, of which Agra was the capital in the 16th and early 17th centuries. While its significance as a political centre ended with the transfer of the capital to Delhi in 1634 by Shah Jahan, its architectural wealth has secured its place on the international map. A pleasant town with a comparatively slow pace, Agra is known for its superb inlay work on marble and soapstone by craftsmen who are descendants of those who worked under the Mughals. The city is also famous for its carpets, gold thread embroidery and leather shoes.

As you reach the 'City of Mughal Splendour', visit the world famous Taj Mahal (one of the Seven Wonders of the World), built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as the mausoleum for his favourite queen Mumtaz Mahal. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this incomparable marvel is constructed entirely out of white marble and is an architectural masterpiece with beautiful inlay work and marble screens. Return to the Maharajas' Express or you may choose to participate in the optional activities. Please contact the Guest Relations Executive for the optional activities. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on-board. Overnight on the Maharajas' Express.

Early this morning, disembark to visit the exquisite Agra Fort. Later, enjoy relaxed breakfast on-board as you travel to your next destination Ranthambore. Lunch shall be served on-board. Agra Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a historical fort in Agra, India. It served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors until 1638 when the capital was shifted to Delhi. Built by Emperor Akbar, it's a massive structure of red sandstone. The fort also houses palaces like Jahangir Palace and Khas Mahal, and audience halls like Diwan-i-Khas. It's located about 2.5 km northwest of the Taj Mahal.

On board Lunch followed by Safari in the Ranthambore Tiger Sanctuary.

Tiger safaris traditionally take place at dawn and dusk when the big cats are on the move, hunting. In the morning, after tea or coffee and biscuits, you depart on your first tiger safari of the day. On your return, take breakfast and a few hours of leisure walking the grounds, or napping. In the late afternoon embark on a second safari to catch the best time of the evening to view tigers and photograph the park. Your naturalist will speculate where you can likely see the tigers emerge from the forest. Enjoy a rich diversity of fauna and flora, incl migratory birds. Arrive into Ranthambore and proceed for a game drive in the Ranthambore National Park. Originally, the privatehunting ground of the Maharajas of Jaipur, Ranthambore was declared a National Park in 1973.

The park is famous for its open sightings of tigers, sambar, chital, nilgai, chinkara, wild boar, sloth bear, hyena, jackal and leopard. The safari cannot be compared to that of Africa and you are indeed fortunate if you spot the elusive tiger or the shy leopard. The safari is carried out in open vehicles and the ride is quite bumpy and dusty. You must carry adequate warm clothes for winter months.

Return to the Maharajas' Express. Dinner on-board as the Maharajas' Express proceeds for Jaipur. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on-board. Overnight on the Maharajas' Express.

After onboard breakfast, deboard to visit the Amber Fort.

Also referred to as the Amber Palace, the fort is located on a hill in Amer, Rajasthan. Just eleven kilometres from the city of Jaipur, the Amber fort is a major tourist attraction. Built by Raja Man Singh, the fort, which is also spelt as Amer fort, is a scenic marvel. It stands on top of an easily scalable mountain, which is situated right next to the beautiful Maota Lake. The fort's majestic appearance and its geographical advantages make it a special place to visit. A short jeep ride takes you up to the fort where you will enjoy a tour of the royal apartments, with striking views of the gorge. Step back into the Mughal era as you enter the Chamber of Mirrors (Sheesh Mahal), and the Hall of Victory. Post lunch, you relax onboard or may choose to participate in the optional activities. Please contact the Guest Relations Executive for the optional services. Later in evening, proceed for an exclusive dinner at the Rambagh Palace Hotel. The Rambagh Palace built in 1835 AD was the residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur from 1925 to 1957, when it was converted into a luxury hotel. The palace retains its royal splendor with hand-carved marble latticework and elaborate gardens. Afterwards, return to the station by 2100 hours. Maharajas' Express proceeds for Bikaner.

Breakfast and Lunch on-board. Dinner at Rambagh Palace Hotel.

Overnight on the Maharajas' Express.

Enjoy your journey through the countryside with breakfast on-board. Arriving into the desert citadel of Bikaner, relax on-board or you may choose to participate in the optional activities. Please contact the Guest Relations Executive for the optional activities. After your optional tours, return to the train for lunch. Following lunch, disembark and proceed to the Junagarh Fort, an unassailable fortress built in 1593 AD by Raja Rai Singh. While the fort is a formidable structure encircled by a moat, its real beauty lies inside. Be overwhelmed by the Diwan-i-Khas, Phool Mahal (Flower Palace), Hawa Mahal, Badal Mahal and Anup Mahal. The Hawa Mahal, also known as the "Palace of Winds," is a palace in Jaipur, India, known for its unique architecture, particularly its intricate latticework on 953 windows. It was designed by Lal Chand Ustad and built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. The building's distinctive facade resembles the crown of Lord Krishna.

Followed by an exclusive bar-be-cue evening on the sand dunes. Train proceeds to Jodhpur, the blue washed city of rustic Rajasthan.

This morning, the Maharajas' Express, continues her journey into the stronghold of the Marwar region. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on-board. The morning is at leisure on-board or you may choose to participate in the optional activities. This medieval Blue Painted City houses the Mighty Mehrangarh Fortress that is still run by the Royal Family of Jodhpur. Towering 120m above the skyline of Jodhpur and its array of blue shaded Traditional Houses in the Old City, a colour sacred to the highest caste of Hinduism the Brahmins'. Jodhpur is set in the stark of the Great Indian Thar Desert, and offers plenty to the modern traveller.

From its heritage palaces, forts, temples to glittering bazaars selling everything from trumpets to saris. Experience the buzz of Jodhpur and its legendary history. Outskirts of Jodhpur a town called Bishnoi is home to the infamous 15th century 'Bishnoi Village Tribes'. After lunch visit the magnificent Mehrangarh Fort. Admire the intricate latticed windows, elaborately carved panels and elegantly carved arches followed by a walking tour of the Colorful Old Clock Tower Market. As you reach the market on Tuk Tuks, get a glimpse of the daily lifestyle of the local residents, passing by some of the old houses and havelis. Enjoy an exclusive cocktail evening with a wide array of sumptuous Marwar culinary delights served at Khaas Bagh hotel. Return to the train and continue your journey to picturesque Udaipur. Breakfast and Lunch on-board. Cocktail dinner at Khaas Bagh, a heritage hotel. Overnight on the Maharajas' Express

After onboard breakfast proceed for boat ride on Lake Pichola for panoramic views of the glamour of royal India. This morning you will wake up in the picturesque region of Mewar, one of the most popular and royal states of the Rajputana. Admire the magnificent landscape of the Aravali Hills over a leisurely breakfast as you arrive into Udaipur - the City of Lakes. Next we visit to City Palace followed by lunch at an exclusive venue.

Surmounted by balconies, towers and cupolas towering over the lake, the imposing City Palace is Rajasthan's largest palace, with a facade 244m long and 30.4m high. Construction was begun in 1599 by Maharana Udai Singh II, the city's founder, and it later became a conglomeration of structures (including 11 separate smaller palaces) built and extended by various maharanas, though it still manages to retain a surprising uniformity of design.

Surmounted by balconies, towers and cupolas towering over the lake, the imposing City Palace is Rajasthan's largest palace, with a facade 244m long and 30.4m high. Construction was begun in 1599 by Maharana Udai Singh II, the city's founder, and it later became a conglomeration of structures (including 11 separate smaller palaces) built and extended by various maharanas, though it still manages to retain a surprising uniformity of design.

Disembark the train as you begin your excursion with a boat ride on Lake Pichola. Following the boat ride, visit the City Palace, the largest palace complex in Rajasthan, with its scalloped arches, fretted balconies, and cupolas. Visit Mor Chowk and see its lavish mosaics of peacocks; Moti Mahal with beautiful mirror work; Chini Mahal covered inornamental tiles and the spectacular Zenana Mahal. Visit The Crystal Gallery and the Darbar Hall with an audio guide. Post excursion, proceed for lunch at the Satkar Hall of Fateh Prakash Palace hotel and experience the hospitality reminiscent of the ancient Mewar glory. Feast your taste buds over a spread of International and Indian cuisine. Return to the train after lunch. Have a relaxed evening on-board or you may choose to participate in the optional activities. Enjoy an 'Indian evening' on-board, raising a toast to a memorable experience as train proceeds for Mumbai. Breakfast on-board. Lunch in Satkar Hall of Fateh Prakash Palace. Dinner on-board Overnight on the Maharajas' Express.

Breakfast and lunch on board.

Train Journey ends in Mumbai. Then half day city tour in Mumbai. Visit most famous Siddhivinayak Temple & Victoria Terminus. Afternoon free for shopping in Colaba area. Dinner in restaurant then timely transfer to airport to catch the flight from its own direction.

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