The Royal Orient

Board the Royal Orient Train which is one of the most enchanting trains of the world and adorn your holidays with royalty. Epitomizing the glory and charm of the era of raja-maharajas, this train offers royalty and luxury in plenty. Ranked as one of the most luxurious trains of the world, this train beckons you for a royal experience. It takes its guests to some of the famous destinations of the states of Rajasthan and Gujarat.

The Royal Orient offers 8 days/ 7 nights journey high on luxury, royalty and class. On this journey you will explore the attractions of the following destinations: Delhi, Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Junagarh, Veraval, Somnath, Sasan Gir National Park, Ahmedpur, Mandvi, Palitana, Sarkhej, Ahmedabad and Jaipur. The sightseeing tours and desert safaris during your journey will surely transport you to a world of rapture.

History

Inspired by the charm of Palace on Wheels luxury train, the Royal Orient was developed by the combined efforts of the Tourist Corporation of Gujarat Limited and the Indian railways in the time period between 1994 to 1995.

Schedule

The Royal Orient Train remains functional from September to April. And it begins its journey from Delhi Cantonment on every Wednesday of the week. For maintenance reasons the train remains non-operational during the rest of the months.

Facilities and Services

The Royal Orient train has 13 wonderful coaches. All the coaches are build on the themes taken from the cultural heritage of the regions the train covers. Done to perfection these coaches are fitted with five-star facilities. The coaches are named after the erstwhile royal kingdoms. Each saloon has a kitchenette and four cabins with a well-equipped attached bathroom with hot and cold running water. Each cabin is majestically decorated to give the royal feel to the guests. Each cabin has music channel speakers so that one can listen to the music of one's choice. An attendant is always available to take care of your needs.

The lounge is equipped with color TV and CD player so that passengers can enjoy their leisure. Sitting in the lounge guests can treat their senses to the mesmerizing views of countryside during the daytime. There is a well stocked library on the train which is stocked with a variety of books on diverse subjects, magazines and newspapers.

Dining

The two restaurants on board serve mouth-watering cuisines starting from traditional Indian cuisine to Rajasthani, Gujarati, Chinese and Continental ones. Both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes are served on board.  The bar on the train is well stocked with a variety of alcoholic drinks. It remains open 24x7.

Cultural Attractions

To keep the guests entertained several cultural programs are organized on board and on arriving at the destinations. The music and dance performances are truly uplifting and entertaining.

Plan a royal journey on the Royal Orient and you will surely take back home your own record of golden memories, the memories which will remain etched in your mind for long.

Itinerary for The Royal Orient India...