The Maharajas’ Express is operated by Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation and runs on 5 circuits covering more than 12 destinations across North-West and Central India. It is mainly centered on Rajasthan between the months of October and April. The Maharajas’ Express was voted “The World’s Leading Luxury Train” five times in a row at The World Travel Awards in 2012, 2013, 2014,2015, 2016 and 2017 and is the most expensive luxury train in the World.
It is a tough task, even for a frequent traveler to truly absorb the diversity that India has to offer. Hence the train’s itineraries are designed in such a manner that ancient and modern India come alive by integrating a panoramic mix of heritage and splendor of the country’s gems and treasures.
The saloons of the Maharaja Express train have been styled with influence from the private saloons of the former Maharajas of India. Each carriage presents a unique ambiance as each one has been named after a famous gemstone of the Maharajas and designed following that individual pattern.
You will have a gastronomical dining experience aboard two restaurant carriages – Rang Mahal (Color Palace) and Mayur Mahal (Peacock Palace). Socialize or relax in the Rajah Club Lounge and Safari Bar which are essentially the hub of the luxury train. Drinks, snacks, board games, and cultural activities with plush seating arrangements account for most of the attraction. You can also learn more by arranging Vedic sessions, astrologer sessions, Bollywood dancing and the tour directors deliver interactive mythology and historical sessions. Also, there are notable guest lecturers on selected signature journeys.
Meeting point in Safderjung Railway Station at 8:45 p.m. for a royal welcome. Maharajas’ Express departs at 10:00 p.m.
Report by 8:45 p.m. at Safderjung Railway Station for a royal welcome. After check-in formalities, board the Maharajas’ Express for on board dinner.
Train departs by 10 p.m. from Delhi.
Early morning visit to one of the Seven Wonders of the World –The Taj Mahal. After the visit, enjoy Champagne breakfast atop a small hillock gazing at the Taj Mahal. Post breakfast, you may return to the train to relax or take any available optional tours/activities. Next, return to the train for lunch.
In the afternoon, have lunch in the Maharajas’ Express and then take a visit to UNESCO World Heritage Site of Agra Fort. After the visit, return back to the train for time at leisure and dinner.
Optional Tours/Activities in Agra (Available at extra cost and booked on site via direct payment):
1) Excursion to UNESCO World Heritage Site of Fatehpur Sikri
2) Visit to Itmad-ud-Daulah Tomb, built in white marble in 17th century
3) Enjoy Spa facility at a 5 star hotel
4) Private shopping tour
5) In the evening enjoy “Mohabbat The Taj” cultural program
On early morning arrival at Sawai Madhopur Railway Station, proceed for excursion to Jungles of Ranthambhore – the private hunting ground of the Maharajas. These jungles are home to sambar, chital, nilgai, chinkara, wild boar, sloth bear, hyena, jackal, and leopard. There may also be possible sighting of the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. Return to the Maharajas’ Express by 9:30 a.m. to enjoy brunch on board and then depart to continue the journey.
On arrival in Jaipur, proceed to visit UNESCO World Heritage site of Jantar Mantar ( Sun Dial & Observatory). Later, spend time with Elephants – painting and feeding them or taking a Royal Ride at City Palace/Jai Mahal Palace. This is followed by a lavish dinner.
Post dinner, return to the train and depart to continue the journey.
Optional Tours/Activities in Jaipur (Available at extra cost and booked on site via direct payment):
1) Exclusive Private shopping tour
2) Spa facilities at 5 Star Hotel
The train reaches Bikaner Station in the morning. After on board breakfast, you may choose to relax in the train or take any available tours/activities.
Post on board lunch, visit 16th century built Junagarh Fort – a formidable structure encircled by a moat and features numerous decorative halls. Later, enjoy high-tea at Gajner Palace before proceeding for Barbeque Dinner with cocktails on Sand Dunes.
After dinner, drive back to the Railway Station and step on board to continue the journey.
Optional Tours/Activities in Bikaner (Available at extra cost and booked on site via direct payment):
1) Visit to Lalgarh Museum
2) Excursion to Deshnok Rat Temple
Maharajas’ Express arrives in Jodhpur in the morning. Have breakfast on board and then you may choose to relax in the train or take any available optional tours/activities.
After on board lunch, proceed to visit early 17th Century Built Mehrangarh Fort, an impressive architecture located atop a hill overlooking the old town.
Later, enjoy walk through bylanes of Clock Tower Market followed by a joy ride in tuktuks.
Proceed for the puppet show and royal cocktail dinner at Hanwant Mahal. Post dinner, return to Maharajas’ Express and depart.
Optional Tours/Activities in Jodhpur (Available at extra cost and booked on site via direct payment):
1) Excursion to Bishnoi Village
2) Spa Facilities at 5 Star Hotel
3) Private Shopping Tour
4) Visit to Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum or Jaswant Thada
After breakfast on board, proceed for a boat ride in Lake Pichola. Next, visit the City Palace Complex and adjoining Crystal Gallery followed by sumptous lunch in Satkar Hall of Fatehprakash Palace.
Post lunch, you may proceed back to Maharajas’ Express to relax or take any available optional tours/activities.
Later, return back to the train for dinner.
Optional Tours/Activities in Udaipur (Available at extra cost and booked on site via direct payment):
1) Spa Facilities at 5 Star Hotel
2) Private Shopping Tour
3) Evening Sound and Light Show (if time permits)
After on board breakfast, disembark from Maharajas’ Express at Sevalia Railway Station and proceed for excursion to Dinosaur Fossil Park followed by Village Walking Tour. Later, drive to Garden Palace for an exclusive lunch hosted by Royal Family of Balsinor.
Post lunch, drive back to the railway station to board Maharajas’ Express to continue the journey.
Enjoy an ‘Indian evening’ on board, followed by dinner.
Arrive at Kurla Railway Station in Mumbai by 7:30 a.m. in the morning. By 8:15 a.m., post breakfast, bid farewell to the Maharajas’ Express.
Important:
1) The train manager reserves the right to change the day to say program to suit local logistics.
2) The Optional Tours are subject to time available & cannot be guaranteed.
| Room Type | Single Occupancy | Double Occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Cabin | $ 12,920.00 | $ 14,760.00 |
| Junior Suite | $ 17,980.00 | $ 18,920.00 |
| Suite | $ 27,600.00 | $ 27,600.00 |
| Presidential Suite | $ 47,400.00 | $ 47,400.00 |
Note:
| Months |
Days |
|---|---|
| October 2022 | 2, 30 |
| November 2022 | 27 |
| December 2022 | 25 |
| January 2023 | 22 |
| February 2023 | 19 |
| March 2023 | 19 |
| October 2023 | 8 |
| November 2023 | 5 |
| December 2023 | 3, 31 |
| January 2024 | 28 |
| February 2024 | 25 |
| March 2024 | 24 |
| October 2024 | 6 |
| November 2024 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 1, 29 |
| January 2025 | 26 |
| February 2025 | 23 |
| March 2025 | 23 |
