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Day 1 - Sunday - Delhi

The journey of a lifetime begins at the Delhi Safdarjung Railway station where the guests are accorded a warm, traditional welcome before the Palace-on-Wheels pulls out into the night for a week-long luxury cruise through fascinating Rajasthan.

Reporting time: 16:00 hrs
Departure: 18:30 hrs

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Day 2 - Monday - Jaipur

Arrival: 03:00 hrs
Departure: 19:30 hrs

The first stop of the Palace-on-Wheels is Jaipur, one of the most well planned cities of the world of its time. This capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the Pink City,was founded by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, in 1727 A.D.

To explore the city, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, which is a remarkable five storied building a one the main street of the old city in pink splendor with semi-octagonal and delicate honey combed sandstone windows. This is followed by a visit to Amber Fort where elephant ride is available to climb up the hill. Lunch at a Five Star Hotel followed by visit to City Palace Museum and Observatory.

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Day 3 - Tuesday - Jaisalmer

In the heart of the Thar desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1 1 56 A.D. Here the yellow sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city.

Discover the painstakingly latticed havelis or mansions with their grand facades. The Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim Singh-ki-haveli are fine examples of the stone carver's skill. Shop for fine pattu shawls, mirror work and embroidered articles, wooden boxes, trinkets, silver jewellery and curios.

After lunch on board, go for an exciting camel ride on the sand dunes of Sam, before sipping a refreshing cup of tea. Enjoy the dinner and the cultural porgramme at a Five Star hotel.

Arrival: 09:00 hrs
Departure:23:45 hrs

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Day 4 - Wednesday - Jodhpur

Arrival: 07:00 hrs
Departure: 15:30 hrs

Next morning the Royal Palace-on-Wheels is in Jodhpur, a city ringed by a high stone wall with seven gates and several bastions. This second largest city of Rajasthan, founded by Rao Jodha in 1459 A.D. is known for its rock-solid Mehrangarh Fort. The grand palaces within -Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Sileh Khana and Daulat Khana are impressive examples of architectural excellence. Near the fort complex lies Jaswant Thada, and a group of royal cenotaphs made of white marble. After lunch at a Palace hotel, return to the Royal Palace-on-Wheels. While in Jodhpur shop for exquisite handicraft articles including the famous breeches, embroidered shoes, metal curios, silverware, paintings and tie and dye fabrics.

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Day 5 - Thursday - Sawai Modhopur

After lunch on board you are in Chittaurgarh. Images of love and velour; scars of battles lost and won...thrice-besieged, Chittaurgarh Fort is all this and more. Moving legends of honor and pride will echo in your mind as you proceed to Udaipur.

Arrival: 16:00 hrs
Departure: 05:30 hrs

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Day 5 - Thursday - Chittaurgarh

Arrival: 03:00 hrs
Departure: 19:30 hrs

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Day 6 - Friday - Udaipur

Udaipur, the Lake City, was founded by Maharana Udai Singh of Mewar, after the Sisodia dynasty was driven way by the Mughals, in 1559A.D. Perhaps the two most beautiful sites of Udaipur are the dream-like marble palaces- the Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) and the Jag Mandir, which appear to rise from the blue waters of Lake Pichhola. After lunch at a Five Star Hotel, a visit to the City Palace.

Arrival: 07:30 hrs
Departure: 17:30 hrs

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Day 7 - Saturday - Bharatpur / Agra Bharatpur

Arrival: 06:30 hrs

Bharatpur to Agra
Arrival: 09:00 hrs
Departure: 12:00 hrs
Arrival: 21:00 hrs

In the morning, the Palace on Wheels arrives in Bharatpur, the capital of Maharaja Suraj Mal . After breakfast pay a visit to the world famous bird sanctuary, Keoladeo Ghana National Park, the nesting place for thousands of Egrets, Siberian Cranes, migratory Water Fowl and other species of birds.

Agra
Upon arrival visit the Agra Fort and after lunch arrive at the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world. A pristine monument of undying love. It was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved queen Mumtaz Mahal. Agra is known for its splendid marble inlay work like the Pietra Dura work on the Taj, leather goods and jewellery.

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Day 7 - Sunday - Delhi

Arrive at Delhi Safdarjung Railway station. Breakfast on board and let the pleasant memories of the past week linger on your mind for a long, long time.

Arrival: 07:30 hrs
Departure: 17:30 hrs

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Schedule

Schedule of Tour for the period Sept 2009 to April 2010
Sept 2009	06 , 13 , 20 , 27
Oct 2009	04 , 11 , 18 , 25
Nov 2009	01 , 08 , 15 , 22 , 29
Dec 2009	06 , 13 , 20 , 27
Jan 2010	03 , 10 , 17 , 24, 31
Feb 2010	07, 14 , 21 , 28
March 2010	07 , 14, 21 , 28
April 2010	04 , 11 , 18 , 25

Tariff

September 2009 to April 2010 Tour : 7 Nights/ 8 Days Tour
Occupancy Type	Tariff	Total for 7 Nights
Super Deluxe Saloon (Suite)	US$ 1600 (per suite per night)	US$ 11200 (2 pax)
Deluxe Saloon (Twin Sharing)	US$ 590 (per person per night)	US$ 4130 per person
Deluxe Saloon (Single)	US$ 825 (per person per night)	US$ 5775 per person

Terms & Conditions:
Half fare for children between 5 and 12 years of age. Children below 5 years shall be allowed free.(Age proof of children is to be furnished, which is required at the time of issuance of tickets)

Please note :-
10% Surcharge shall be levied on departure during Christmas/New Year.

@ 2.58 % Service Tax shall be levied on the tariff of Palace on Wheels.

US$ 15 per pax per trip shall be charged against the payment of commercial taxes in addition to the tariff

No charter can be booked during X-Mas & New Year period.

Tariff Subject to change without notice.

The Tariff includes :
Tariff is inclusive of travel/ catering/ conducted sightseeing/ entrance fee at monuments/ parks/ palaces/ cultural programs/ camel ride at Jaisalmer/ boat ride at Udaipur/ rickshaw ride at Bharatpur.

The Tariff does not include:
Drinks, tips, laundry, telephone calls, video camera fees, Business Car Facilities, liquor and other items of personal nature.

Booking Policy
In case of FITs:
50% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking.

Remaining 50% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.

In case of Group:
50% of ticket value at the time of confirming the booking.

Remaining 50% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellation must be advised by Fax/E-mail. On cancellation, refund will be made. Certain amount of the ticket value will be deducted as follows.

In case of FITs:
5% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.

20% of ticket value 30-59 days prior to departure.

100% of ticket value between less than 30 days prior to departure.

In case of Group:
10% of ticket value 60 days prior to departure.

100% of ticket value between 0 to 59 days prior to departure.