Duration : 12 Nights / 13 Days
Place Covered : Delhi - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Bikaner - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Delhi
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MealsThe Maharaja Rail Collection – 13 Days is India’s most regal travel experience — combining the elegance of a luxury train journey with curated stays in palace hotels. Inspired by the journeys of kings and viceroys, this itinerary connects iconic destinations across North India with unmatched grandeur.
Your suite aboard the Maharaja-style train becomes your sanctuary, complete with butler service, fine dining restaurants, spa carriages, and themed gala nights. Off the rails, curated excursions reveal India’s most treasured sites — from the ethereal Taj Mahal at dawn to tiger-spotting adventures in Ranthambore, royal dinners inside Jaipur’s palaces, and serene boat cruises across Udaipur’s lakes.
This 13-day collection is not simply a holiday; it is an indulgence in timeless elegance, regal traditions, and once-in-a-lifetime encounters that define India at its most majestic.
Arrive in Delhi where VIP airport assistance ensures a smooth welcome. A luxury chauffeur drives you to a five-star heritage hotel for an overnight stay. Enjoy cocktails at a rooftop bar followed by a gourmet welcome dinner, setting the tone for the royal journey ahead.
After breakfast, explore Delhi with your private guide. Visit Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, and Chandni Chowk by private rickshaw. Enjoy a curated lunch at a restored haveli. In the afternoon, board the luxury Maharaja-style train. As the ceremonial red carpet is rolled out, turbaned staff welcome you with garlands and music. Settle into your royal suite before enjoying fine dining onboard.
Disembark in Agra for a sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal with priority entry. After an in-depth guided tour, enjoy a champagne breakfast overlooking the monument. Continue to Agra Fort for a private exploration. Afternoon return to the train for leisure and spa treatments onboard. Evening features a Mughlai-themed gala dinner with live classical music.
Arrive at Ranthambore National Park, where private jeeps and expert naturalists await. Enjoy a thrilling safari, tracking tigers, leopards, and wildlife in the former royal hunting grounds. Return to the train for a hearty brunch. Afternoon leisure in your suite. Evening cocktails in the lounge car followed by a Rajasthani cultural performance and dinner.
Morning excursion to Amber Fort, exploring mirrored halls and Rajput courtyards. Exclusive elephant interaction adds authenticity. Continue to City Palace for a private tour and lunch in a royal dining room. Afternoon shopping in Jaipur’s bazaars with a personal shopper. In the evening, attend a royal gala dinner hosted in a palace courtyard, before rejoining the train.
Disembark at Bikaner to explore Junagarh Fort and old city lanes. Lunch is arranged in a haveli. Later, enjoy a camel-cart procession to the sand dunes, where cocktails and folk performances await. Return to the train for dinner as the desert night unfolds.
Arrive in Jodhpur and visit the mighty Mehrangarh Fort. Stroll through the blue-painted lanes and vibrant markets. Lunch is arranged in a royal courtyard. Evening features a private cultural show inside Mehrangarh Fort followed by dinner under torch-lit battlements.
Morning arrival in Udaipur. Visit the City Palace with your private guide, followed by a heritage lunch. Afternoon boat cruise on Lake Pichola, gliding past the Lake Palace and Jag Mandir. Evening cocktails at a lakeside terrace before rejoining the train.
Depending on schedule, enjoy an excursion into Gujarat’s heritage towns and markets. Curated artisan visits and heritage dining provide a different cultural dimension. Return to the train for themed dining.
Arrive back in Delhi but remain onboard. Today is a leisure day with spa therapies, wine tasting sessions, and curated culinary workshops with the train’s master chefs. Gala evening onboard with themed entertainment.
Disembark for a full-day exploration of Delhi’s colonial heritage: India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Connaught Place. Afternoon curated shopping for handicrafts, jewelry, and luxury textiles. Evening re-board the train for a fine dining farewell feast.
Disembark from the Maharaja rail journey. A luxury chauffeur escorts you to your palace hotel in Delhi for an overnight stay. Enjoy a farewell gala dinner with classical music and dance in a royal banquet hall.
After breakfast, your chauffeur transfers you to Delhi International Airport. VIP departure assistance ensures a seamless farewell as you carry memories of India’s grandest rail & palace journey.
It combines India’s most iconic luxury train with curated palace hotel stays, delivering a seamless mix of rail opulence and royal heritage.
Each suite features plush interiors, private bathrooms, butler service, and modern amenities, blending tradition with contemporary luxury.
Yes, all meals onboard are included — ranging from Indian delicacies to international fine dining — along with gala dinners at heritage venues.
Luxury coaches and private guides are provided at every destination, ensuring comfort and exclusivity during sightseeing.
Two safaris in Ranthambore National Park, with a private naturalist, designed for the best chances of tiger sightings.
Yes, themed evenings onboard, folk dances in Jaipur, and heritage shows in Jodhpur and Bikaner are included.
Absolutely. The train chefs cater to vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary requests with advance notice.
Yes, but it is best suited for couples and luxury travelers who enjoy slow-paced, curated experiences. Families with older children can also enjoy.
Smart casual for the day, while evenings often call for elegant attire, especially gala nights where formal or traditional outfits are encouraged.
Yes, pre- and post-train extensions to Varanasi, Kerala, or Mumbai can be added with luxury hotels and private transfers.