Detailed Itinerary

Day-1 : Wednesday - Reporting Time 16.00 hrs. Dep. 18.30 hrs.

NEW DELHI
The journey of a lifetime begins at the Delhi Cantonment station where the guests are accorded a warm traditional welcome before the Palace-on-Wheels pulls out into the night… for a week-long luxury cruise through fascinating Rajasthan.

Day-2 : Thursday - Arrival 02.00 hrs. Departure 19.30 hrs.

JAIPUR
The first stop of the Palace-on-Wheels is Jaipur, one of the most well planned cities of the world of its time. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II founded this capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the Pink City,, in 1727 A.D.

To explore the city, an air-conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, which is a remarkable five storied building along the main street of the old city in pink splendors with semi-octagonal and delicate honey, combed sandstone windows. This is followed by a visit to Amber Fort, eight kms. Away, where rides on caparisoned elephants add to the ambience. Shop for Jaipur’s famous jewellery, handicrafts, carpets, blue pottery and textiles. Near Ajmeri Gate is located Rajasthali – the only Rajasthan Govt. Emporium selling genuine handicrafts at fixed prices? After lunch at a Palace Hotel, you are off to the City Palace, home of the erstwhile royal family. Right across the road from the City Palace is the Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory built by Sawai Jai Singh II. The Luxury coaches will take you back to Palace-on-Wheels around 6.30 pm. Dinner on Board.

Day-3 : Friday - Arrival 08.15 hrs. Departure 23.00 hrs.

JAISALMER
In the heart of the Thar Desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisalmer, founded by Rawal Jaisal, in 1156 A.D. Here the yellow sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city. Discover the painstakingly latticed havelies or mansions with their grand facades. The Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-Ki Haveli and Salim Singh-Ki Haveli are fine examples of the stone carver’s skill.Shop at Rajasthali-the only Rajasthan Govt. emporium, for fine pattu shawls, mirror work & embroidered articles, wooden boxes, trinkets, silver jewellery and curious.

After lunch on board, go for an exciting camel ride on the sand dunes of Sam, before sipping a refreshing cup of tea. Enjoy the dinner and the cultural programmes at a hotel in Jaisalmer. The train leaves for Jodhpur at night.