Duration: 8 Days /9 Nights
Destination: Delhi (Safdarjung Station), Jaipur (Amber Fort), Ranthambore, Chittorgarh, Udaipur (Lake Pichola), Jaisalmer, Jodhpur (Mehrangarh Fort), Bharatpur, Agra (Taj Mahal & Fort)
Price: USD 3000 / USD 3400
Overview
Ever dreamt of enjoying a leisure trip in royal style? Get ready to experience this in reality with a luxurious journey on India’s most iconic luxury train, the Palace on Wheels. With Noble House Tours’ special 8-day and 7-night tour package, you can explore the beautiful attractions in the Land of Kings with the greatest comfort and style. From grand palaces and forts in Jaipur to dazzling lakes in Udaipur, every stop in this unforgettable train journey shows a glimpse of India’s glorious past. We make it easier and more convenient for modern travellers to experience the lavish lifestyle of Maharajas with our exclusive tour package.
Palace on Wheels Tour Package: Highlights
The Palace on Wheels train began its operations in 1982, and started to offer visitors the chance to explore the royal heritage and cultural attractions like Maharajas. This luxurious train route starts from India’s culturally rich capital, Delhi, and covers Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. Here are the main highlights of this tour that you can enjoy conveniently with Noble House Tours:
1. Traditional Welcome Ceremony at Safdarjung Railway Station, Delhi
The starting point for this luxurious train journey is Safdarjung Railway Station, Delhi, where our guests receive a warm welcome from the staff with garlands, tikka, and aarti. Moreover, music and dance performances by artists in traditional attire are also part of this ceremony. After that, guests are accompanied to their cabins and served with welcome drinks.
2. Elephant ride at Amber Fort, Jaipur
During your Palace on Wheels route, you’ll get the chance to climb the iconic Amber Fort on a beautifully adorned elephant. This ride takes 20 to 30 minutes and takes our guests from the parking area to the fort’s courtyard. This once-in-a-lifetime experience allows our guests to get a glimpse into Rajasthan’s regal past and enjoy the views of the Aravalli Hills like Maharajas.
3. Exclusive Jeep safari at Ranthambore National Park
You’ll also get the chance to enjoy a thrilling jeep safari at Ranthambore National Park, the best place in India to spot Royal Bengal tigers in their natural habitat. This open jeep ride will also help our guests explore other wildlife and nature closely.
4. Explore the magnificent Chittorgarh Fort
Spread over 700 acres of land, this fort is one of the biggest forts in India and tells the story of the bravery of brave Rajput heroes. From a majestic 9-story tower, Vijay Stambh, to Rani Padmini’s Palace, this fort is home to many architectural wonders that our guests can easily explore within 3-4 hours.
5. Enjoy the Boat ride on Lake Pichola, Udaipur
With the Palace on Wheels tour package, our guests get to experience the charm of Udaipur most beautifully through a scenic and relaxing boat ride on Lake Pichola. Surrounded by many grand palaces, Jag Mandir, and other architectural marvels, a lake ride on this dazzling lake helps visitors create unforgettable memories for life.
6. Enjoy a Camel safari at Sam sand dunes, Jaisalmer
Experience the charm of the desert in Jaisalmer most magically through an authentic camel safari ride. Mostly, our clients prefer to enjoy camel safaris during sunset, as it helps them witness the beautiful colours of the desert sky with many other traditional experiences, like cultural performances.
7. Visit the Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur
You can’t say your visit to Jodhpur is complete without exploring these two iconic historical places. Both Mehrangarh Fort, a 15th-century fort that houses a museum of royal collectibles and traditional weapons, and Umaid Bhawan Palace, one of the world’s private residences, which is also home to a royal museum, offer a glimpse of Jodhpur’s royal past.
8. Bird watching in the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
This stop during the Palace on Wheels journey is a paradise for nature lovers, as this sanctuary is home to over 370 bird species. From kingfishers and cranes to migratory birds, our guests can spot hundreds of colourful and vibrant birds flying freely here.
9. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Site, Taj Mahal & Agra Fort
You’ll get the chance to witness the stunning white marble monument, the Taj Mahal, globally popular as a symbol of eternal love. Moreover, a visit to another Mughal historic architectural wonder, Agra Fort, is also included in the train route.
Palace on Wheels: 8-Day & 7-Night Itinerary
Undoubtedly, Palace on Wheels offers the most magical travel experience to some of the most beautiful attractions in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. From the city painted in the colour of hospitality, Jaipur, to the city of blue buildings, this train route covers the most wonderful destinations in India. Here is detailed information about its itinerary that you’ll experience with Noble House Tours:
The starting point of this luxurious train journey is Safdarjung Railway Station in Delhi every Wednesday, where guests are welcomed aboard with a traditional Indian ceremony. After the ceremony, guests are guided to their cabins by the friendly staff and served with refreshments and drinks. Then, a brief about train facilities is provided to the guests, and all guests enjoy dinner on board in two high-end restaurants. After the dinner, we depart from the station to the next railway station.
The first stop on the Palace on Wheels train route is Jaipur, the capital city of the Land of Kings, where guests are served breakfast on board. After breakfast, guests head out to visit the Albert Hall Museum, Hawa Mahal, City Palace, and other attractions in the city. Lunch is served to guests at the deluxe Lohagarh Fort Resort, and after that, they enjoy elephant rides at Amer Fort. In the evening, the guests return on board and are served dinner; after that, we depart for our next destination.
Third day of the Palace on Wheels train journey with Noble House Tours is full of thrill, as the train arrives at Sawai Madhopur, home to the best place in India to spot Royal Bengal Tigers. Guests are served breakfast at a lodge, and then they enjoy an open jeep jungle safari ride in Ranthambore. After the safari ride, guests return on board and are served lunch, and then the train departs for the next destination, Jodhpur. By the afternoon, the train reaches the home of the majestic Chittorgarh Fort, where they can enjoy sightseeing and a stunning sound and light show. Day 3 ends with a delicious dinner served on board, and after that, we depart for the next location.
Fourth day of this luxurious train journey allows our guests to explore the beautiful city of lakes. When the train arrives at Udaipur, the guests are first served with lunch, and then they head out to explore the City Palace, Lake Palace, and other attractions. In the afternoon, guests enjoy a traditional lunch at a lakeside restaurant and a painting session. After that, they enjoy a scenic boat ride to Jag Mandir on Lake Pichola. By the evening, guests return to the train and are served dinner on board.
After dinner on day 4, we depart for Jaisalmer, the Golden City. Day 5 begins with breakfast on board, then guests head out to explore the stunning attractions in the city, including Jaisalmer Fort, Patwon ki Haveli, Gadisar Lake, and others. In the evening, guests enjoy a traditional camel ride and cultural dinner under the starlit sky.
Jodhpur, popular for its beautifully painted blue buildings, welcomes our guests of the Palace on Wheels on day 6. After breakfast, they head out to explore famous places in the city, including Mehrangarh Fort, Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace, and others. Guests are served a royal lunch at Bal Samand Lake Palace, which is followed by shopping at local markets. In the evening, the guests return to the train, serve dinner, and then we head to the next destination on this route.
Seventh day the Palace on Wheels train route with Noble House Tours is the most special, especially for bird lovers, as in the morning the train arrives at Bharatpur, home to Keoladeo Ghana National Park. Guests enjoy morning birdwatching and photography at this national park, then are served breakfast at a lodge. Then they return to the train and continue their journey to Agra. After reaching Agra, they first head out to the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, and then they enjoy shopping at local markets. Lunch is served to guests at a 5-star hotel before returning to the train for the final night. After the final royal dinner in this lavish train’s high-end restaurants, we depart for the Safdarjung Station.
We will arrive in Delhi by 7 AM, where our guests will be served the final breakfast, and this will end the 8-day and 7-night long travel journey on the Palace on Wheels with Noble House Tours.
PRICE: 07 NIGHTS | 08 DAYS:
Palace on Wheels ticket price varies based on season and occupancy type. If you book a single occupancy cabin, which is provided to only one traveller, you can enjoy more privacy, but you must pay a higher price. However, if you book a double occupancy cabin, you need to share it with another occupant, and the ticket is also split between the two occupants. For more details and any queries on this luxurious train journey pricing, you can directly contact travel experts at Noble House Tours.
| No. of Persons Traveling | SEP 25 – APR 26 | OCT 25 – MAR 26 |
|---|---|---|
| One Person (Single Occupancy) | USD 9200 | USD 10400 |
| Two Persons (Double/Twin) | USD 12000 | USD 13600 |
| Children up to 05 years | Complementary | Complementary |
| Children above 05 – 12 Years | USD 3000 | USD 3400 |
NOTE
- All the prices mentioned above are for deluxe cabins.
- Guests will be charged with 10% extra amount if they plan their trip during Christmas and New Year’s Eve.
- Children up to 5 years can travel with their parents and family without any additional charge.
- For children between 5 and 12 years, an extra mattress will be provided; however, children above 12 will be treated as adults and are not permitted to travel with their family and parents as a third person in the same cabin.
Palace on Wheels Inclusions & Exclusions:
Many times, our guests think that Palace on Wheels ticket price is expensive, but it not only covers the train’s fare, but also onboard accommodation, meals, guided tours, entrance fees, access to lavish amenities, and others. Here is detailed information about what is included and not included in the Palace on Wheels ticket price:
Palace on Wheels Inclusions
Here is detailed information about what is included in our Palace on Wheels travel package:
- 07 Nights in luxurious deluxe cabins with personal khidmatgar service.
- All meals are served on board in the train’s high-end restaurants, Maharaja and Maharani.
- All transfers from the train to attractions across different cities throughout this train journey.
- The guided tours and entrance ticket fees are also covered.
- You don’t have to pay extra for enjoying an elephant ride in Jaipur.
- A tea light & sound show at Chittorgarh Fort is also included in the ticket price.
- A boat ride at lake Pichola in Udaipur.
- A camel ride in Jaisalmer and desert experiences are included.
- All mandatory taxes are also covered.
Palace on Wheels Exclusions
Here is detailed information about what is not included in our Palace on Wheels travel package:
- Guests’ airfare or transport costs to the Safdarjung Station and back are not included.
- You have to pay separately for your personal expenses, like laundry.
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary are not covered.
- Travel insurance cost is not covered.
- Tips for staff and guides are not included in the ticket fare.
- Other additional costs due to bad weather, roadblocks, etc., are also not covered.
NOTE: Timings for Check in and Check Out
- Journey: Palace on Wheels
- Check-in Venue / Time: Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi / 16.00 Hrs
- Departure Station / Time: Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi / 18.30 Hrs
- Arrival Station / Time: Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi / 07.30 Hrs
DEPARTURE DATES 2025 TO 2026:
The Palace on Wheels departs every Wednesday from Safdarjung Railway Station, and a detailed schedule of the departure dates for the upcoming season is as follows:
| DEPARTURE DATES 2025 | DEPARTURE DATES 2026 |
|---|---|
| 17 Sep | 07 Jan |
| 24 Sep | 14 Jan |
| 01 Oct | 21 Jan |
| 08 Oct | 28 Jan |
| 15 Oct | 04 Feb |
| 22 Oct | 11 Feb |
| 29 Oct | 18 Feb |
| 05 Nov | 25 Feb |
| 12 Nov | 04 Mar |
| 19 Nov | 11 Mar |
| 26 Nov | 18 Mar |
| 03 Dec | 25 Mar |
| 10 Dec | 01 Apr |
| 17 Dec | 08 Apr |
| 24 Dec | 15 Apr |
| 31 Dec | 22 Apr & 29 Apr |
Our dedicated team handles everything, from expert itinerary planning to personalized support, making our guests’ dream of enjoying a leisure travel experience a reality.
