Day 1:
Join the tour group for a day tour of New Delhi. Tour includes
visi t to the India Gate, Lotus Temple, Qutab Minar,
Humayun's Tomb and more. After lunch at a local restaurant,
you will be transferred to the Safdarjung Railway
station, New Delhi 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:
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The first stop of Palace on Wheels is Jaipur, one of the most
well planned cities of the world of its time. This capital city of
Rajasthan, popularly known as the Pink City, was founded by
Maharaja Swai Jai Singh II, in1727 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 storeyed building along the main
street of the old city in pink splendor 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 ambiance. 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 the Sawai Jai Singh II. The Luxury coaches will take you back to Palace
on Wheels around 6.30 pm. Dinner on Board.
Day 3:
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In the heart of the Thar Desert lies Jaisalmer, founded by
Rawal Jaisal, in 1156A.D. Here the yellow sandstone fort is
an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city.
Discover the painstakingly latticed havelis or mansions
with their grand facades. The Nathmalji-ki-haveli, Patwon-ki-haveli and Salim
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