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Being one of the most luxurious train tours in the world, Palace on Wheels offers an unforgettable experience of sheer indulgence. People who are booking tickets aboard flights to India have a great option to enjoy the country in a regal way.
Transport yourself to a world where there is an abundance of luxury and your flights of fancy come true! Monarchs, Nizams and Kings had the privilege to live such a life but how would you feel if we tell you that now anyone who is willing to spend little more than few pounds can experience it all? Voted constantly as one of the most luxurious trains in the world, Palace on Wheels is a great way to take in the charms of Rajasthan, an erstwhile princely province in India, in an imperial way. Those who are planning on booking tickets on flights to Delhi and wish to experience the extravagant hospitality first hand, Palace on Wheels is a perfect option. Kings, Nizams and Viceroys have travelled by these coaches in the past and after that era ended, these luxurious carriages remained parked for a long time. But then Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation and Indian Railways have embarked on a journey to make the world relive the experience. A complete modification was done with world class luxury facilities, keeping the royal touch intact.
Saloons
Palace on wheels has 14 royal saloons and each one of them is named after the cities of Rajasthan. The splendour of Indian tradition and architecture oozes out from every nook and corner of it. Interiors are replica of authentic historic architecture and completely decorated in traditional style to make the coaches look like pages straight out from the ancient fairy tale!
Dining Experience
Eclectic approach of selecting the finest cuisines has taken the dining experience at the train to a next level. Those who are reserving tickets for the flights to this country for relishing the flavours of Indian cuisine are guaranteed a wonderful time. Palace on Wheels has two lavish restaurants
>> Maharaja Restaurant
>> Maharani Restaurant
Both the restaurants have a stunning décor and great seating arrangements. Savour some of the most delectable cuisines (Indian cuisines alone are many) while the Khidmatgar (butler) brings your favourite wine, the experience is completely unparalleled. Continental and European dishes are lip-smacking. The restaurants have in-house bars which have a collection of most of the great international brands as well as Indian ones. These bars serve non-alcoholic beverages as well.
The Spa
What can make this train trip more luxurious than it already is? To add a dash of recreation and wellness, Palace on Wheels offers a spa to indulge in the most luxurious treatments to revitalize body, mind and soul. A hectic day of sightseeing and travelling might leave you jaded; simply step into the world of relaxation where there is a wide array of international and traditional Indian options to choose from. All the treatments are designed to restore the balance of body, mind and soul.
When to Plan
November to April would be the ideal time as India is cooler in these months and sightseeing would me much more enjoyable. The period is a peak tourist season and interested individuals are advised to book their tickets on flights and tickets on luxury train well in advance.
Places it covers
The journey covers most of the popular tourist destinations which tempt foreigners to block tickets aboard India flights. The train starts from Delhi then progresses to Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Chittorgarh, Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Bharatpur and Agra. Finally, it returns back to Delhi.