Destinations Covered:
Delhi - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Jaipur - Agra -
Delhi - Cochin - Periyar - Kumarakom - Alleppey - Kovalam - Mumbai
Day 01: Delhi
Welcome aboard to the Luxury Train Tour of Palace on Wheels. The
Tour Departs in the evening from Delhi for Jaipur.
Day 02: Jaipur
Jaipur is the capital city of one of India's most colorful and
vibrant states, Rajasthan. It is surrounded on all sides by rugged
hills, crowned with forts & enclosed by embattled walls. Houses with
latticed windows line the streets, their rose pink color lending
enchantment to the scene which is almost magical at sunset. Places
of Interest include Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, a remarkable
five storeyed building in pink splendor, the Amber Fort, City
Palace, Jantar Mantar and various other monuments from medieval
times. This town is also famous for its semi- precious stones, gems
& jewelery, & woolen carpets
Day 03: Jaisalmer
Founded by Rawal Jaisal in the twelfth century, Jaisalmer evokes a
vivid picture of sheer magic and brilliance of the desert and is
today one of Rajasthan's best-loved tourist destinations. Local
color and warmth prevail over the inhospitable and forbidding
terrain, imbuing the medieval town with a special magic. The yellow
sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering majestically over the
city. The nearby shifting sand dunes of Sam remind you of Sahara
Desert.
Day 04: Jodhpur
Famous for its rock-solid Mehrangarh Fort built in mid 15th century
by Rao Jodha, the founder of the city, Jodhpur is the second largest
city of Rajasthan. Part of the Desert Tourist Triangle, the old
Jodhpur city is surrounded by a 10 Km long wall with eight gates
serving as entrances and the new city is settled around this walled
area. Jodhpur houses grand palaces like the Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal
and the Phool Mahal. In these exquisite palaces, forts, temples and
havelis, the genius of its sculptors comes to life and stand as a
testimony to the imperial grandeur of the city. The Umaid Bhawan
Palace hotel is said to be the biggest private residence of single
individual.
Day 05: Morning: Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambhor)
Sawai Madhopur plays host to the Ranthambor wildlife sanctuary that
houses the Indian tiger. It is the best place to see these majestic
predators in their normal pursuits. The park is also home to 300
species of birds and hyena, ratel, jackal and fox among other
species. There are Lake Palaces, chhatris, old fortifications and a
majestic 1,000-year-old fort overlooking the park. The lovely Jogi
Mahal is located at the foot of the fort and gives magnificent view
of the Padam Talao, painted white with water lilies.
Day 05: Evening: Chittorgarh
Chittaurgarh owes its name to the women of the city who performed 'jauhar'
or immolated themselves to escape the designs of foreign conquerors.
Legends of valor and chivalry surround the majestic Chittaurgarh
fort.
Day 06: Udaipur
Udaipur is better known as the 'city of lakes'. One of the most
romantic places in India, it is situated around the shimmering clear
blue water lakes, which whisper the mood of a bygone era. The two
most famous lakes are Pichola and Udai Sagar. The city also has
beautiful palaces, the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace), and the Jag Mandir,
which appears to rise as if from the blue waters of the lake Pichola.
Udaipur is also famous for its miniature paintings.
Day 07: Morning: Agra
Meaning paradise in Sanskrit, Agra is a place made famous by the Taj
Mahal, a moment that has come to epitomes love. Built by Shah Jahan
in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, it is one of the most visited
and photographed sights in the world. Also famous for its marble
showrooms.
Day 07: Afternoon: Bharatpur
Bharatpur is famous for its bird sanctuary, the nesting place for
thousands of Egrets, Siberian cranes, migratory water Fowl and other
species of birds.
Day 08: Delhi
After early breakfast, a week in wonderland comes to an end.
