Maharaja Express Heritage of India Tour - 7 Nights / 8 Days Journey

Heritage of India

Mumbai- Ajanta - Udaipur- Jodhpur- Bikaner-Jaipur-Ranthambore-Agra- Delhi
8 Days / 7 Nights journey
Departure dates - October 2013 - April 2014
Departure - Mumbai
Arrival - Delhi

A journey into history to experience the splendour of a by gone era.

Discover the bustling commercial city of Mumbai and the national Capital Delhi. Admire the beautiful cave paintings at Ajanta, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the shimmering Lake City of Udaipur and the majestic fort at Jodhpur and enjoy sundowner on the sand dunes at Bikaner. Soak in the colorful Pink City of Jaipur. See from close quarters the legendry tigers at Ranthambore and one of the Seven Wonders of the World 'The Taj mahal' all this and more in utmost luxury.

Day 1: Saturday : Board the Train at Mumbai onto Ajanta (Embark- 1640 hrs)

Board the Train at Mumbai onto Ajanta - After traditional welcome, complete your registration formalities and proceed to board the train. Dinner on board.

Day 02:Sunday Ajanta Caves

Ajanta Caves - Visit the world heritage site of Ajanta Marvel the rock cut caves dating back to 2nd Century B.C. with their exquisite frescoes and sculptures

The Ajanta Caves (75°40' N; 20°30' E) are situated at a distance of 107 km north of Aurangabad, the district headquarters. The caves attained the name from a nearby village named Ajanta located about 12 km. These caves were discovered by an Army Officer in the Madras Regiment of the British Army in 1819 during one of his hunting expeditions. Instantly the discovery became very famous and Ajanta attained a very important tourist destination in the world. The caves, famous for its murals, are the finest surviving examples of Indian art, particularly painting.

Day 03: Monday : Udaipur

Udaipur - Admire the magnificent landscape as you arrive into Udaipur. Visit landscape as you arrive into Udaipur. Visit the City palace and Crystal Gallery. Experience traditional hospitality over lunch at an exclusive venue and later proceed for an optional walking tour through the colourful and vibrant Old Market or visit the Vintage car collection of the royal family or enjoy an enthralling Sound and Light show in the Palace.

Uadipur prevalently has known as 'the city of Dawn', 'Venice of the East' and 'the city of lakes'. Udaipur is a place with striking lake-beauty and superb buildings. The city is dotting for its overabundance of lakes, marble palaces, cenotaphs, temples and jagged hills marked specially for famous City palace, Mor Chowk, striking havelis, ghats and temples by the side of Lake Pichola.

Day 04:Tuesday :Jodhpur

Jodhpur - A ride through countryside brings you to Jodhpur. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Clock Tower Market and continue to the majestic Mehrangarh Fort. Later, savour dinner at an exclusive venue. Enjoy visit to a local village as a optional activity.

Jodhpur, some time ago the capital of the ex- substantial state of Marwar, is at the present the succeeding chief city of Rajasthan. Edged on its western face by the Mehrangarh Fort, and on the eastern side by the grand stonework Palace of Umaid Bhawan; the tombstone temples and gardens of Jodhpur depict an all-around splendour.

Day 5: Wednesday : Bikaner

Bikaner - Arrive at the desert kingdom of Bikaner. Take an optional excursion to Deshnok (Rat Temple) or Lalgarh Palace Museum or Camel breeding Farm or Shop for Kundan Jewellery. In the afternoon visit the unassailable fortress of Junagarh. Participate in a camel-cart procession followed by sundowner cocktails, barbecue and folk performance on the sand dunes.

The royal fortified city with a timeless appeal. Lying in the north of the desert state, the city is dotted with many sand dunes. Bikaner retains the medieval splendor that pervades the city's lifestyle. More popularly called the camel country, the city is renowned for the best riding camels in the world.

Day 6: Thursday : Jaipur

Jaipur - The 'Pink City' of Jaipur welcomes you with an exhibition elephant polo match and champagne lunch at an exclusive venue. Thereafter, proceed for visit to the impregnable Amber Fort followed by free time for optional activities-shopping/Spa/Golfing/visit to City Palace.

Jaipur also known as a "Pink city of Rajasthan". Mainly mentioned in the tourist spot of India because for its traditional assets of Mugal heritage. Hawa mahal, Amber fort, moat lake, chambers of mirrors (Sheesh Mahal), the hall of victory and various forts. A Jaipur synopsis gives you a by and large image concerning the city, its society, history, traditions and customs. This will definitely design your holidays a wealthy and wonderful experience.

Day 7: Friday :Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore) - Fatehpur Sikri

Ranthambore - Fatehpur Sikri - Embark on an exciting game drive into the Ranthambore National Park. Continue the journey to see the fascinating royal court complex of Fatehpur Sikri.

Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve in the Rajasthan state of India, comprises distinct areas with varied conservation history and virtually separated geographically with mere narrow corridors linking them to the core, Ranthambhore National Park. These are mainly, the Ranthambhore National Park, Keladevi Sanctuary and Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary.

Day 8: Saturday : Agra - Delhi (Disembark)

Agra - Disembark in Agra - Proceed for an early morning visit to the exquisite Taj Mahal followed by champagne breakfast. Continue to Delhi as your journey come to an end.

Highlights:

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Ajanta Cave Monuments.
Indulge in a Royal Lunch at the Udaipur
Enjoy Cocktail Dinner with Marwar Culinary Delight in Jodhpur
Camel procession followed by Sundowner Cocktails at the Sand Dunes in Bikaner
Witness an Exhibition Elephant Polo Match in Jaipur.
An exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park.
Visit the Magnificent Taj Mahal at Agra and enjoy Champagne breakfast

Agra, the tremendous way of explorations of the wonders of India, Taj Mahal, mainly the truest love monument of Sahajahan for his beloved Mamtaj. The monument of white Taj speaks the various history of the bygone era of the Mugal dynasty. Besides, there is the red stone monument Fatehpur Sikri, Agra Fort, Akbar's tomb with its extreme royal architecture of Mugal Era.

DEPARTURE DATES for 2013-14

MAHARAJAS' EXPRESS - DEPARTURE DATES 2013-2014

From

Start Date

End Date

Mumbai	Delhi	19th Oct, 2013 Saturday	26th Oct, 2013 Saturday

Mumbai	Delhi	16th Nov, 2013 Saturday	23rd Nov, 2013 Saturday

Mumbai	Delhi	14th Dec, 2013 Saturday	21st Dec, 2013 Saturday

Mumbai	Delhi	11th Jan, 2014 Saturday	18th Jan, 2014 Saturday

Mumbai	Delhi	8th Feb, 2014 Saturday	15th Feb, 2014 Saturday

Mumbai	Delhi	8th Mar, 2014 Saturday	15th Mar, 2014 Saturday

Mumbai	Delhi	5th Apr, 2014 Saturday	12th April, 2014 Saturday

Heritage of India (8 Days/7 Nights)

ROOMING	TWIN/DOUBLE	SINGLE SUPPLEMENT	CHILD (SHARING CABIN PARENTS ,5-12 yrs)
Deluxe Cabin	$ 6,840	$ 5,160	$ 3,420
Junior Suite	$ 9,890	$ 8,910	$ 4,950
Suite Double	$ 13,800	$ 13,800	$ 6,900
Presidential Suite	$ 23,700	$ 23,700	$ 11,900

All costs are in US Dollars.
The above cost is a per person per Journey Cost.
Validity - October 2013 - April 2014
The above cost does not include 3.09% Govt. Service Tax and is charged extra.
Prices are subject to change incase of any amendment in the routing or any other hikes such as fuel, taxes etc.

INCLUSION AND EXCLUSIONS FOR ALL 3 JOURNEYS

Inclusions :

Accommodation in double / twin bedded cabins with en suite bathrooms.
All meals, soft beverages, house brands of Indian wines, beer and spirits
Butler service.
Guided off train excursions as illustrated in the journeys inclusive of entrance fees, still camera fee, transport and services of a guide.
Complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water on board.
Porterage at stations.

Exclusions :

Any optional tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
Taxes, Insurance, Gratuities.
Telephone calls, laundry, alcoholic beverages (apart from the house brands of wines, spirits, beer served in the restaurants and bar)
Video, film and professional still camera fees.
Arrival and departure transfers.
International and domestic air tickets.
Pre and post tour accommodation and any tour extensions are not included unless specifically mentioned as part of the journeys.

CATEGORIES OF CABINS AVAILABLE ON MAHARAJAS' EXPRESS

15 Twin Deluxe Cabins &05 Double Deluxe Cabins 12 Twin Junior Suites &06 Double junior Suites 04 Double Suites 01 Presidential Suite (is a two bedroom Suite with 01 double &01 twin room)

Room Category	Twin	Double	Total Cabins	Total Pax
Deluxe Cabin	15	5	20	40
Junior Suite	12	6	18	36
Suite	-	4	4	8
Presidential Suite (has a double & twin room)	-	1	1	4
Total	27	16	43	88