Palace on Wheels

Palace on Wheels India - An Introduction

Explore the incredible land of India the royal way. Board the Palace on Wheels, rated amongst the top ten luxury trains of the world. Since long, the tourists who have enjoyed their journey on the Palace on Wheels have appreciated and recommended the luxury train. The Palace on Wheels Train chugs from India's capital city of Delhi into the royal state to Rajasthan and finally halts at City of Taj - Agra.

It is mentionable that the Palace on Wheels was awarded PATA gold award in the year 1987. The journey of Palace on Wheels is available only during the months of September to April. From May to August every year the Palace on Wheels does not chug as the Annual Maintenance is taken care of. Tourists onboard Palace on Wheels appreciate that the train moves during nights and stop at the tourist destinations during the daytime. While on a journey in Palace on Wheels, tourists discover the richness of India. At night they can recollect the day's sweet memories and replenish the next day's delights.

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Palace on Wheels India - History

A picture perfect combination of heritage and luxuries, the Palace on Wheels has taken several people across the land of India. Each and every destination has left them with magical moments. Amongst the noteworthy travelers of the proud Palace on Wheels are the Nizam of Hyderabad, the Rajputana rulers, the Viceroy of British India et al. The lavish luxury offered by the Palace on Wheels has made it a royal carrier. After the Indian independence the services of Palace on Wheels were halted. Later the Indian Railways and the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation the train started the Palace on Wheels again. As a special heritage tourist train Palace on Wheels has been the pride of India since the re-run. The tourists got opportunity to experience India the royal way again. Modifications were made in the interiors of the Palace on Wheels as well as the broad gauge was introduced. Now the Palace on Wheels is as comfortable as captivating. Today Palace on Wheels can be referred to as a mobile heritage hotel, the old world charm with the latest of amenities.

Palace on Wheels India - Facilities on Board

The entire train Palace on Wheels is a luxury. The facilities available to the tourists aboard the Palace on Wheels are no less than the star hotels. Yet the ambience and the d?cor of the Palace on Wheels move you to the era of kings and the queens. There are fourteen saloons in the completely air-conditioned Palace on Wheels. The entire interiors from furniture, furnishings, handicrafts, paintings and the wall-to-wall carpets are the representatives of the royal state of Rajasthan. Twin bedded chambers with attached bath and shower make the saloons cocoon of comfort for the tourists. The two exclusive dining cars serve traditional Indian, continental and Chinese cuisines. So the tourists feast on their favorite food. There is facility for shopping for gift items and souvenirs too on board the Palace on Wheels in "The Bazaar". Laundry, parlor and personal attendants are some other luxuries the tourists enjoy on the Palace on Wheels.

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Palace on Wheels India - Destinations Covered

The weeklong journey aboard the Palace on Wheels, promises to be the most vivacious and vibrant week of the tourists' life. This luxury train takes tourists to the Indian travel destinations that have a unique flavor. Each place covered by the Palace on Wheels has its own fair share of tourist interest. The Pink City of Jaipur receives the tourists with garlands and caparisoned elephants. The architecture of Hawa Mahal, Nahargarh fort, Amber fort sweeps the passengers of their feet.

At the next destination of Jaisalmer, Palace on Wheels takes you to visit the exquisitely carved havelis and palaces with their latticed windows, balconies, Cupolas and facades. Camel safaris & desert camps add to the color of the Indian holiday. Further the Palace on Wheels chugs to the majestic Jodhpur. The landmarks of Mehrangarh fort and the Jaswant Thada make the day at Jodhpur joyous.

Sawai Madhopur happens to be the next halt of the Palace on Wheels. The Ranthambhor National Park and the Ranthambhor fort make the tourists love India all the more. With the royal images of Chittaurgarh and Udaipur Palace on Wheels takes the tourists to the wonderland for birds - Bharatpur. Last but not the least the Palace on Wheels brings to its passengers the city of Taj, the amazing Agra.

Launch of the Palace on Wheels

In the 80s, the Indian Railways and Rajasthan Tourism Department got united to resurrect the forgotten symbols of its historic heritage. Thirteen carriages from different princely states were gathered and refurbished giving shape to the royal Palace on Wheels. This luxurious train revived the past with modern facilities and created an extraordinary journey. It takes people around the world-wannabe princes who could be royals for heir week of the journey. Along with the restored carriages came liveried attendants, attached kitchen, a lounge, and a dining car.

The Palace on Wheels tour has a fixed itinerary. The journey begins and terminates in Delhi. En route, the train travels through princely states of Rajasthan covering Jaipur, Chittaurgarh, Udaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, and Bharatpur as its principal highlights.

Each morning, guests wake up with bed tea and breakfast service on board. After this, one can opt for a hot water bath, and then see the sights and colors of Rajasthan. In the meanwhile, the train halts in and guests can spend time in the forts, palaces, temples and bazaars. After returning to the train, visitors can sleep in their own palatial suite. Even if it is a palace on wheels, day by day they can visit the very sites that have made these palaces possible. It is an experience not to be missed out.

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Lush Interiors

The railway coaches have different names derived from the former princely states. They provide the link for the coat of arms and the decor inside. Within each carriage are comfortable showers, built-in wardrobes with full-length mirrors, overhead and night-lights, piped music, service bells and public address system. The rooms and corridors are carpeted, the furniture inlaid and upholstered especially for the train. Blinds drape large windows, which frame views across the desert and the passing arid landscape. At the end of each coach is a lounge.

Wood paneled walls, painted stained glass skylights, and liveried attendants who respond to every call, make the journey unforgettable. However, the vestibule coaches also connect with two restaurants, the Maharaja and the Maharani, and the bar where a range of cocktails is on offer. Damasks drape the tables, and the rear romantic lights and exclusive tableware, which makes the perfect setting for Indian, Continental, and occasionally Chinese meals, served on board.

Certainly this would have been the ways adopted by Maharajas to enjoy life and personal moments. For sheer romance, the Palace on Wheels is the most luxurious way to tour Rajasthan.

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