General Details
Palace On Wheels:
Rajasthan is the magnificent land of numerous kingdoms, majestic forts and palaces, diverse cultures, varied It stands on its tracks; a gleaming sealed carriage, every bit is royal. The air-conditioning works silently, creating a space where only the excitement of the history of the Rajput kingdoms permeates through, clearly captured in a contemporary mode. In all, there are fourteen saloons, each equipped with four twin-bedded chambers, with attached baths that have running hot and cold water and showers. The modern conveniences have been thoughtfully provided, sofas to sink into, strategically placed lights to read by, wonderfully appointed beds with comfortable furnishings,inbuilt wardrobes for the storage of one’s clothes and bags, and huge plain glass windows to watch the countryside roll past. Outside the bedrooms, each coach also has a seating lounge where passengers can get together, just sit watch the cities as they glide past outside the windows, or enjoy a quiet cup of tea. An attached pantry with each saloon helps provide beverages and refreshments to the accompaniment of soothing piped music. There is the comfortable bar cum lounge where you can relax over your favourite drink, burrow in a book or converse with fellow passengers. Attached to it are two restaurant cars, Maharaja and Maharani respectively, with opulently draped curtains, exquisitely crafted lights and table settings . Here accompanying chefs serve up a delicious choice of Indian, including Rajasthani, Continental and even Chinese cuisine that are a feast for the palate. The train chugs out of Safdarjung Railway Station New Delhi on a week-long run through Rajasthan every Wednesday night, with a trip also inbuilt to Agra and the Taj Mahal. Turban-wearing attendants take over from the moment you arrive at the platform, assigning you your coupes and detailing all the facilities that are on board. The train moves by night and arrives each morning at a new destination where new experiences await you.
Inclusion
- Overnight travel & stay in luxury train with AC Sleeping chambers having private attached bathroom
- Pre-paid group excursions & sightseeing trips in AC buses with services of English speaking Guide & monument entrance fees.
- Bed Tea; Daily 3 meals (viz. breakfast, lunch & dinner) & bottled drinking water.
- Entrance & Camera fee at Monuments & Wild Life Reserves
- Jungle Excursion in Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve by 15 seater open to air Canters.
- Elephant joy ride in Jaipur; Sound & Light Show at Chittor Fort; Boat joy ride in Udaipur; Camel joy ride at Sam sand dunes ;Cultural Program with dinner in Jaisalmer; Cycle Rickshaw ride in BharatPur Bird sanctuary
- Complimentary use of sharing dongle for Wi-Fi connectivity
- Visit to Taj Mahal in Agra
Palace On Wheels Booking Procedure :
- The Palace On Wheels is operated & managed by RTDC( Tourism Dept. of Rajasthan Govt.)
- Advice depart dates with number of persons & cabins required
- We require Name/sex/nationality of all the passengers to process booking.
- In case of children< 12 years we also require date of bith.
- Booking will be confirmed on receipt of MINIMUM 25% of ticket value as advance deposit.
- Balance payment must reach us before 61 days before tour depart
- Booking request made< 61 days prior to tour depart,will be confirmed on receipt of ONE Time full payment
- For foriegn passport holder, we require Passport copies of all passengers to issue travel documents.
- Indian Nationals can forward copy of ANYONE of Indian residence proof (viz Passport; Driving license; Adhaar Card)
- Saloon/cabin will be allocated on date of depart with boarding cards.
- Advice arrival/depart details in New Delhi & interest to book Hotels through us.
Exclusion
- Consumption of alcoholic & nonalcoholic beverages
- Video camera fees at monuments & wild-life reserves
- Laundry; Use of Spa facilities; tips & gratuity; porter fees; tour insurance & all other expenses of personal nature.
- Visa arrangements for India; hotel arrangements & local tour in New Delhi.
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Ticket Rate (Per Person) |
Shakti Saver | Shakti Superb | Person | |
Actual Price | Discounted Price |
PALACE ON WHEELS High Season (From October to March)
7 Nights Train Tour Tariff (Foreign Passport Holders-in US$) | ||
High Season (Oct 2021 to March 2022 & Oct 2022 To March 2023) | ||
OCCUPANCY TYPE | 2021-22 Season* | 2022-23 Season |
DELUXE CABIN | ||
Singe Occupancy (1 Person) | US$ 7700 + Taxes | US$ 8120 + Taxes |
Double Occupancy (2 Persons) | US$ 10,010 + Taxes | US$ 10,500 + Taxes |
SUPER DELUXE CABIN | ||
Same Cost for One Or Two Persons | US$ 13,860 Per Cabin + Taxes | US$ 14,560 Per Cabin+ Taxes |
Indian Nationals - 7 Nights Train Tour Tariff (in Rs) | ||
High Season (Oct 2021 to March 2022 & Oct 2022 To March 2023) | ||
OCCUPANCY TYPE | 2021-22 Season* | 2022-23 Season |
DELUXE CABIN | ||
Singe Occupancy (1 Person) | Rs. 5,23,600 + Taxes | Rs 5,92,760 + Taxes |
Double Occupancy (2 Persons) | Rs 6,80,680 for 2 Persons + Taxes | Rs 7,66,500 for 2 Persons + Taxes |
SUPER DELUXE CABIN | ||
Same Cost for One Or Two Persons | Rs 9,42,480 Per Cabin + Taxes | Rs 10,62,880 Per Cabin + Taxes Extra |
IMPORTANT:
- Maximum Couple + Child< 12 yrs. can book for One Cabin.
- Deluxe Cabin are of 120 square feet size (including private attached bathroom) ,have Two Separate Beds & sightseeing is arranged by 35 Seater AC Buses with English Speaking Guides.
- SUPER Deluxe (suite) Cabin are of 170 square feet size (including private attached bathroom) ,have Single Large Bed & sightseeing is arranged by private AC car with English Speaking Guide.
- Sharing Canters are used for Jungle Safari in Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve (including for Super Deluxe Cabin guests).
- Cycle Rickshaws are used for visit to Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.
Date List
Departure every Wednesday from Safdurjung Railway Station, New Delhi.
7 Nights Palace On Wheels Train Tour Palace on Wheels Departs : September 2020 to April 2022 |
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Month | Dates | ||||
September 2021 | 01 | 08 | 15 | 22 | 29 |
October 2021 | 06 | 13 | 20 | 27 | -- |
November 2021 | 03 | 10 | 17 | 24 | -- |
December 2021 | 01 | 08 | 15 | 22* | 29* |
January 2022 | 05 | 12 | 19 | 26 | -- |
February 2022 | 02 | 19 | 16 | 23 | -- |
March 2022 | 02 | 09 | 16 | 23 | 30 |
April 2022 | 06 | 13 | 20 | 27 | -- |
May to August | No Service | No Service | No Service | No Service | No Service |
- The Palace on Wheels on-board management reserves the right to alter timings of the tour in order to suit local logistics.
- The hotels or restaurants mentioned for off-board meals are subject to change.
Shakti Saver
Cancellation
Updated Covid19 Cancellation Policy of Train Operator :
- The Train Operator (RTDC) is accepting booking for all Departs
- In case Foreign Passport Holder is not allowed entry to India ,DUE to Covid19 Travel Restrictions -Request for REFUND will not be entertained ,BUT he/she will be ISSUED CREDIT NOTE to adjust in future journey of choice In case Indian National ,does not wish to travel on Booked Journey DUE to Covid19 Health Precautions -Request for REFUND will not be entertained ,BUT he/she will be ISSUED CREDIT NOTE to adjust in future journey of choice
- In case Palace on Wheels Train Tour cannot operate on Scheduled Depart ,EITHER due to Covid19 Health Restrictions OR Train Depart Cancelled due to low occupancy ,NO Request for REFUND will be entertained ,BUT Guest will be ISSUED CREDIT NOTE to adjust in future journey of choice
- Royal Indian Trains is accepting Money From Guest -in capacity of Booking Agent of Palace on Wheels Train Operator(RTDC) &our liability is limited to Prevailing Cancellation Policy of RTDC (Tourism dept of Rajasthan State Govt)
- This Updated Covid19 Policy also governs those CLIENTS who have pre-paid full amount for train operator self-cancelled Departs of March/April 2020 and they will be Issued Credit Notes to adjust in future journey ,with NO PROVISION of Refund
- For Guests Who have made Advance deposit for travel in 2020-21 Season under OLD Cancellation Rules(prevailing before April 2020) the Updated Covid19 Cancellation Rules Policy are applicable & regret we cannot make refund ,despite you WILLING to accept 10% fee on total ticket value
- Palace on Wheels Train is Operated by Tourism Department of Rajasthan State Government (viz RTDC ) having head office in Jaipur & this Policy was discussed & approved by their Boards of Director meeting in 3rd Week of June 2020 meet
- Involving Force Majeure ,This supersedes all previous Communications regards Cancellation Rules
- Disputes (if any) are restricted to jurisdiction to courts of New Delhi (India) only
IMPORTANT :
- Overseas guests are requests to pre-purchase Tour Insurance from country of origin of travel
- From 3rd week of December to 2nd week of January-North India experiences heavy fog conditions & it is suggested to passengers to arrive at least one day earlier in New Delhi during that period.
- Maximum liability of Royal Indian trains is limited to that of booking agent only.
- Liability of Principal train Tour Operator is limited to as defined in Indian Railways Act.
- Disputes (if any) are subject to jurisdiction of courts of New Delhi(India) only.