Maharajas' Express - Gems of India

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Maharajas' Express - Gems of India

Explore the stunning Taj Mahal in Agra, experience the marvellous architecture of Jaipur’s forts and palaces, enjoy wildlife at Ranthambore National Park and a do lot more even as you enjoy a opulent stint aboard the Maharajas’ Express, one of the world’s most famous luxury train services. A ride on the Maharajas’ Express is the best way to experience the royal life in India!

 

Tour Nights

  • Delhi: 2 nights
  • Maharajas' Express Luxury Train: 3 nights
  • Tour code: AWI59
  • Accommodation Grade
  • Group Tour
  • Fixed Departure

Tour At a Glance

  • Take in the beautiful sights of India’s capital city, New Delhi
  • Board the majestic Maharajas’ Express and arrive in Agra after a short journey
  • Marvel at the famous Taj Mahal and other city attractions such as the Agra Fort
  • Embark on an exciting game drive in Ranthambore National Park
  • Travel around Jaipur and explore the city’s top delights
  • Watch or participate in a royal Elephant Polo Match

Itinerary details

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  • Day 01 UK - Delhi
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    UK - Delhi

    Depart from UK an overnight flight to Delhi.

  • Day 02 Arrival at Delhi
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    Arrival at Delhi

    Upon arrival in Delhi, Our company representatives will escort you from Delhi airport to your hotel. You may relax during your overnight stay or opt to take a brief stroll through the city. Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

  • Day 03 Delhi - Agra
    Agra
    Delhi - Agra

    Brace yourself for a royal tour of India on the princely majestic Maharajas’ Express. Post some registration formalities and a traditional welcome at the Delhi Railway Station, you will be able to board and explore this luxurious train. Relish your onboard dinner while the train move towards Agra.

  • Day 04 Agra
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    Agra

    Reach Agra early morning and thereon, proceed to visit the legendary Taj Mahal. Savour a Champagne breakfast while gazing at this wonderful piece of art. After that, return back to your train and enjoy your lunch onboard. Visit the Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-daula, Fatehpur Sikri in the afternoon time. Later, return to the comforts of Maharaja’s express. Dinner will be arranged onboard.

  • Day 05 Ranthambore - Jaipur
    Ranthambore
    Ranthambore - Jaipur

    Today, embark on an exciting game drive in Ranthambore National Park which offers best chances of spotting the royal predator. Return to the train later for a leisurely breakfast as the train rolls on to Jaipur. Trip to Amber Fort is included in today’s itinerary followed by a royal Elephant Polo Match where guests could either watch the exciting game or even participate. Later, guests will be taken to an exclusive venue for a sumptuous dinner.

  • Day 06 Delhi
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    Delhi

    Enjoy your last breakfast in the princely restaurant cars of the Maharajas’ Express. Bid adieu to your new onboard friends and this luxurious journey as you arrive in Delhi. Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

  • Day 07 Delhi - UK Departure
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    Delhi - UK Departure

    Transfer to the International airport in Delhi towards your onward journey to UK with sweet memories.

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Shimla - ( 04 Nights ) (Day 07 to Day 11)

Shimla, the erstwhile summer capital of the British, is today the capital of the state of Himachal Pradesh. For a small town, this place is absolutely teeming with appeal whether it is hills, fruit orchards, flowering meadows or nostalgic colonial history.

Shimla

Day 1

To Shimla

Post breakfast, transfer to the airport and proceed towards your onward journey to Chandigarh. Upon arrival proceed towards Shimla by car and transfer to hotel for 3 nights stay in Shimla. Read More

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Days 2-3

Shimla

At leisure.

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Day 4

To Delhi

Post breakfast, proceed towards to board the UNESCO-listed toy train from Shimla to Kalka and early this evening you will board the Shatabdi Express to Delhi. Stay overnight at the hotel in Delhi. Read More

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Day 5

To UK

Transfer to the International airport in Delhi towards your onward journey to UK with sweet memories. Read More

Amritsar - ( 02 Nights ) (Day 07 to Day 09)

Amritsar, in Punjab, hides up its sleeves a multi faceted allure for tourists in the form of the beautiful Golden Temple, the historic Jallianwala Bagh, the Ram Bagh Gardens & the summer palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Also the Sunset Retreat ceremony at the Wagah Border here is most captivating and worth a watch.

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Day 1

To Amritsar

Post breakfast, transfer to the railway station and proceed towards your onward journey to Amritsar by Shatabdi Express. Upon arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights stay in Amritsar.  Read More

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Day 2

Amritsar

This Morning visit the Golden Temple, the heart of the Sikh religion and the somber gardens of Jallianwallah Bagh memorial and the Ram Bagh Gardens with the summer palace of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. In the afternoon, proceed towards Wagah on the India-Pakistan border to see the spectacular Sunset Retreat Ceremony. Read More

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Day 3

To UK

Transfer to the airport in Amritsar via Delhi towards your onward journey to UK with sweet memories. Read More

Kathmandu - ( 04 Nights ) (Day 07 to Day 11)

Kathmandu, the bustling capital of Nepal, seems in the first glance yet another city lost in the race of time & development. But take a stroll along its backstreets and you will meet the quaint old middle age still flourishing in this city’s heritage, culture, temples, and courtyards overflowing with flowers and tiny shops where goods and services have remained much the same since centuries.

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Day 1

To Kathmandu

Post breakfast, transfer to the airport and proceed towards your onward journey to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel for 2 nights stay in Kathmandu.Rest of the day at leisure Read More

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Day 2

Kathmandu

Tour of the city visiting the Durbar Square, noted for its temples and palaces including the Khasta Mandap, the wooden temple which gave Kathmandu its name, and the temple of Living Goddess or Kumari. You will see much evidence of the Pagoda style of architecture that Nepalese claim to have originated. Visit Syambunath with the all seeing eyes of Buddha overlooking the valley. In the afternoon visit the twin villages of Bungmati Khokana dating back to 6th century, the ancient city of Patan and the Tibetan Handicrafts Centre. Read More

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Day 3

Kathmandu to Nagarkot

Today visit the medieval city of Bhadgaon, noted for its wooden carved buildings including the five-storey Nyatapole Pagoda and Golden Gate. Bodhnath is one of the world’s largest stupa and the most important Tibetan Buddhist monument outside Tibet. Changunarayan, a lavishly decorated two-tiered temple dating back to 467 A.D. Continue on to Nagarkot (7200ft), offering a panoramic view of the mighty Himalayas from Mount Everest in the east to Dhaulagiri in the west. Rest of the day at leisure to absorb the atmosphere. Overnight stay in Nagarkot. Read More

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Day 4

Nagarkot to Kathmandu

Early in the morning view the sunrise over the Himalayas. On a clear day you can see Mount Everest from here. Return to Kathmandu visiting en route Bodhnath, one of the world’s largest stupa and the most important Tibetan Buddhist monument outside of Tibet, and Pashupatinath. Read More

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Day 5

Depart Kathmandu

Post breakfast, transfer to the  International airport towards your onward journey to London via Delhi with sweet memories. Read More

Ananda Spa and Wellness - ( 05 Nights ) (Day 07 to Day 12)

Rishikesh, often referred to as the world Yoga capital, is a town that sits on the banks of River Ganga in the foothills of Shivalik mountain ranges. The region is known for its tranquil environs, ancient temples and art of holistic healing, which attract people to its throes from far and wide.

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Day 1

To Rishikesh

Post breakfast, transfer to airport towards your onward journey to Dehradun. Continue by car to Ananda in The Himalayas in Rishikesh for a 5-night stay. Read More

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Days 2-5

Rishikesh

At leisure. Wellness Package • Individual Wellness consultation• Ayurvedic consultation • Personal fitness consultation•Fitness Test and Body composition analysis • Ongoing progress checks with Doctor and Spa consultants • Detailed debrief session and lifestyle consultation and counseling session • Morning Wake Up signature tea and fresh fruit bowl provided every day• 3 Ananda Rejuvenation Spa Cuisine meals (breakfast/ lunch/ dinner), per night per person • Daily use of the Hydrotherapy facilities Steam, Sauna, Chill Plunge Pool, Kneipp Hydrotherapy Foot Bath and Heated Lap Pool • Scheduled Spa Lifestyle and Wellness activities Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Vedanta, Fitness, Cooking demonstrations Lectures, Workshops and Excursions Read More

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Day 6

To UK

Post breakfast, transfer to the airport in Dehradun towards your onward journey to London via Delhi with sweet memories. Read More

Hotels

  • Le Meridien
    Le Meridien
    Star Rating Delhi
  • Maharajas' Express Luxury Train Delhi
    Maharajas' Express Luxury Train Delhi
    Star Rating Delhi

Le Meridien

Delhi
  • Le Meridien

Le Meridien New Delhi is conveniently located in the centre of the city, within a two kilometre radius of major central government offices, Parliament House, the Presidential Palace, Rashtrapathi Bhawan and the bustling comme

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Maharajas' Express Luxury Train Delhi

Delhi
  • Maharajas' Express Luxury Train Delhi

This spectacular train journey takes you to a glorious Indian escapade and acquaints you with the best of heritage sites and historical monuments and offers an insight into the rich culture of India.   

What's Included?

  • International Flights: Return economy class International flights from UK. Supplement may apply from regional airports.
  • Assisted Transfers: All Airport and train transfers as specified by a chauffeur driven car inclusive of representative assistance. Where courtesy transfers are provided by the hotel representative assistance may not be available in some places.
  • Accommodation: Room with attached private facilities.
  • Meal Plan: Full Board (Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea and Dinner) for 3 nights in Deluxe Cabin on Train and Bed & Breakfast basis for 2 nights on hotel in Delhi.
  • Services of Local Agent & Tour Guide: Services of a local agent in all major cities and an English speaking guide during sightseeing as specified inclusive of entry fee to the monuments.
  • Taxes:All applicable taxes and service charges.

What's not Included?

  • Travel insurance: We recommend you take a comprehensive travel insurance to cover your holiday at the time of booking the tour.
  • Visa: UK citizens require entry visas for India.
  • Personal Expenses:Such as laundry, telephones calls, hard & soft drinks, meals other then specified, beverages and mineral water etc
  • Camera fee: Still and video camera fee at monuments and game parks.
  • Tips anywhere: To drivers, porters, bellboys, guides & waiters etc.
  • Free Days: Any car arrangements on free days / days at leisure.
  • Any items not mentioned in the itinerary and inclusions.

Additional Information

Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£) based on twin sharing.
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