The Palace on Wheels India tour is the original and finest luxury train tour India offers. This 8-day Palace on Wheels luxury train package starts in Delhi and covers top Rajasthan destinations. Voted 4th Best Luxury Train globally, it offers a royal, all-inclusive experience. Contact Indian Panorama for expert help and the best Palace on Wheels travel package.
Detailed Itineary
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Day 1 : Delhi
Arrive at Delhi's Safdarjung Railway Station by 16:30 for a grand traditional welcome, followed by a briefing with your dedicated support crew. Enjoy a welcome drink in the elegant Lounge Bar of the Palace on Wheels luxury train before the journey begins. The train departs at 18:30, marking the start of your unforgettable Palace on Wheels India tour, with dinner served on board.
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Day 2 : Jaipur, The Pink City
Begin your day with breakfast on board the Palace on Wheels luxury train, followed by a royal elephant welcome at Jaipur Railway Station. Explore the City Palace and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Jantar Mantar.
Stop briefly at the iconic Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal) before heading to the majestic Amber Fort. Enjoy a regal lunch at the famed 1135 AD restaurant inside the fort, followed by a guided fort tour. Later, browse the bustling markets of Jaipur's walled city. Return to the train by 18:00 for departure. Dinner is served on board.
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Day 3 : Ranthambore Tiger Reserve and Chittorgarh
Arrive at Ranthambore National Park by 4:00 and head to a forest lodge for an early morning canter safari. This famous reserve is home to diverse wildlife, with the Bengal tiger being the star attraction on a lucky sighting.
Return to the Palace on Wheels luxury train by 10:00 for on board lunch. Around 16:00, reach Chittorgarh and explore the majestic Hill Fort of Chittorgarh, a UNESCO World Heritage Site rich in history dating back to the 11th century. Enjoy the Sound and Light Show in the evening before returning to the train for dinner.
The Palace on Wheels train journey departs in the early hours of Day 4.
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Day 4 : Udaipur, the City of Lakes
Arrive in Udaipur by 08:00, with breakfast served on board the Palace on Wheels luxury train. Begin your day exploring the magnificent City Palace complex, known for its eleven mahals, intricate balconies, towers, and the royal Crystal Gallery - home to rare collections of the Mewar dynasty.
Enjoy a serene boat ride on Lake Pichola, followed by lunch at the heritage Fateh Prakash Palace Hotel. Spend some time shopping for local crafts before reboarding the train by 15:00.
Dinner is served on board as the Palace on Wheels India tour continues its royal journey.
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Day 5 : Jaisalmer
Arrive in Jaisalmer early morning. After breakfast on board the Palace on Wheels luxury train, begin your Jaisalmer sightseeing tour with a visit to the majestic Jaisalmer Fort, one of the few living forts in the world. Walk through its historic gateways into bustling courtyards.
Continue to Patwon ki Haveli, known for its ornate architecture, and the beautifully carved 15th-century Jain Temples. Enjoy lunch at a luxury hotel, and after a short rest, head to the iconic Sam Sand Dunes for a camel ride at sunset, followed by a lively Rajasthani cultural show and dinner at a heritage hotel.
Return to the train by 22:00 for departure.
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Day 6 : Jodhpur
Arrive in Jodhpur by 08:00. After breakfast on board the Palace on Wheels luxury train, begin your Jodhpur sightseeing tour with a visit to the iconic Mehrangarh Fort, towering majestically over the city. Explore the sprawling complex and admire its intricate architecture.
Then visit the serene Jaswant Thada, a group of elegant white marble cenotaphs dedicated to the Marwar rulers. Enjoy a royal lunch at the Hanwant Mahal Boutique Restaurant, known for its heritage charm. Return to the train by 15:30 for departure.
Dinner will be served on board as the Palace on Wheels Rajasthan tour continues.
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Day 7 : Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary and Agra
Begin your day early with a visit to the renowned Keoladeo Ghana National Park at 06:30, one of India's top birding destinations. Explore the sanctuary by cycle rickshaw and spot a variety of migratory and resident species among the 350+ that call this place home. Return to the Palace on Wheels luxury train for breakfast, and depart Bharatpur by 08:45.
By 10:30, the train arrives in Agra, where you'll explore the majestic Agra Fort and the crown jewel of India – the Taj Mahal. After lunch, enjoy some free time for shopping local handicrafts.
Return to the train in the evening for on board dinner as your Palace on Wheels tour nears its grand finale.
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Day 8 : New Delhi Return
The Palace on Wheels train journey concludes as you arrive at Delhi's Safdarjung Railway Station by 05:30.
After an early breakfast on board, check-out is completed by 07:15. Our Indian Panorama team will be there to welcome you and assist with your onward travel or post-tour plans, ensuring a smooth end to your unforgettable Palace on Wheels travel experience India.
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