Indian Panorama (The Maharaja Express)
Delhi – Jaipur – Ranthambore and Fatehpur Sikri – Agra – Orchha and Khajuraho – Varanasi – Delhi
The Maharaja Express
Overview
Beginning and concluding in Delhi, the Indian
Panorama tour chugs along to Agra for a sojourn of Taj Mahal and move on to the
sacred city of Varanasi and its holy bathing Ghats on the banks of legendary
Ganges. Group of Monuments at Khajuraho, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is
another attraction offering a glimpse into an era of cultural and architectural
brilliance of Chandelas. A never before experience of the India is on the cards
in the sheer opulence of Maharajas Express tastefully appointed interiors aided
impeccably by gracious hospitality.
INCLUSIONS
- Accommodation in double / twin bedded cabins
with attached bathrooms.
- All meals, soft beverages, house brands of
Indian wines, beer and spirits.
- Butler service, complimentary tea, coffee and
mineral water on board.
- Guided off train tours as included in the
journeys inclusive of entrance fees, still camera fee, transport and services
of a guide.
- Porter charges at stations.
EXCLUSIONS
- Any optional tours as mentioned in the
itinerary.
- Taxes, insurance, gratuities, telephone
calls, laundry.
- Alcoholic beverages (apart from the house
brands)
- Video, film and professional still camera
fees and arrival and departure transfers.
- International and domestic air tickets.
- Pre and post tour accommodation.
- Any tour extensions unless specifically mentioned as part of the journeys.
Highlights
- Sightseeing and city tour at each destination.
- Champagne breakfast, luxury palace lunch and
cocktail dinners at exclusive destinations.
- Safari ride at Ranthambore National Park.
- Shopping options.
- Cultural programs inside the train and during sightseeing.
- Ride on tuk-tuk, boat ride and others.
- Optional spa sessions at premium hotels.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1 (Sunday) –DELHI – JAIPUR
- 07:30 Welcome and Check in at Delhi Safdurjung Railway Station
- 08:00 Breakfast onboard
- 08:30 Maharajas’ Express proceeds to Jaipur
- 12:45 Lunch onboard
- 14:00 Tour Briefing onboard.
- 14:30 Arrive into Jaipur
- 15:00 Proceed to visit City Palace Galleries followed by dinner at Rambagh Palace Hotel
- 20:30 Return to the comforts of Maharajas’ Express. Overnight on train at Jaipur.
- Day 2 (Monday) –JAIPUR
- 07:30 Breakfast onboard
- 08:30 Visit the Amber Fort
- 12:45 Return to the Maharajas' Express for lunch onboard. After lunch you may choose the Optional Activities - Spa at a hotel or a Local City Tour
- 19:30 Dinner onboard
- 23:00 Maharajas' Express leaves for Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore)
- Day 3 (Tuesday) –RANTHAMBORE – FATEHPUR SIKRI
- 06:00 Proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park
- 09:30 Return to the comforts of Maharajas' Express
- 09:45 Breakfast onboard
- 10:15 Maharajas' Express proceeds for Fatehpur Sikri
- 13:30 Lunch onboard
- 14:30 Arrive into Fatehpur Sikri
- 15:30 Visit the deserted Mughal City of Fatehpur Sikri
- 18:00 Return to the comforts of Maharajas' Express
- 19:00 Enjoy an Indian Evening onboard.
- 20:00 Dinner onboard. Overnight on train at Fatehpur Sikri
- Day 4 (Wednesday) –AGRA
- 06:30 Arrive into Agra and proceed to visit the Taj Mahal
- 09:30 Champagne Breakfast at Taj Khema
- 11:00 Return to the comforts of Maharajas’ Express
- 13:00 Lunch onboard. After lunch you may choose Optional Activities such as Spa at a Hotel or Agra Fort or a Local City Tour or Mohabbat the Taj Show(live Dance Drama)
- 19:30 Dinner onboard
- 03:00 Maharajas’ Express proceeds to Orchha.
- Day 5 (Thursday) –ORCHHA – KHAJURAHO
- 06:30 Breakfast onboard
- 07:15 Deboard at Jhansi to reach Orchha by Road. Visit Orchha Fort and Village Tour by Tuk Tuks
- 10:00 Return to the comforts of Maharajas’ Express as it proceeds to Khajuraho
- 12:00 Lunch onboard
- 15:30 Arrive into Khajuraho and proceed to visit the Western Group of Temples
- 18:00 Return to the comforts of Maharajas’ ExpressYou may choose Optional Activities – Spa facility at a hotel or Light and Sound Show or Dances of India Show
- 20:00 Dinner Onboard
- 23:10 Maharajas’ Express proceeds to Varanasi
- Day 6 (Friday) –VARANASI
- 08:00 Breakfast onboard
- 12:00 Arrive into Varanasi. Proceed for Lunch at Taj Ganges Hotel
- 14:30 Visit Sarnath ruins followed by visit to silk weaving centre
- 16:30 Proceed for Boat ride on the Ganges to witness Evening Aarti
- 19:00 Enjoy an exclusive vegetarian Dinner with Kathak Dance at Brij Rama Palace at Ghats
- 21:00 Return to the comforts of the Maharajas’ Express
- 21:15 Maharajas’ Express proceeds to Delhi
- Day 7 (Saturday) –DELHI
- 07:15 Breakfast onboard
- 13:00 Lunch onboard
- 15:00 Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas’ Express as your journey comes to an end!
- Itinerary, destinations and scheduled departures may change without prior notice.
- Please contact your Guest Relations Executive for further details, prices and bookings of optional activities.
Schedule
Indian Panorama
Departure Dates for Season 2023-2024 & 2024-2025 |
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Months | Dates | Journey |
Oct. 2023 | 1, 29 | The Indian Panorama |
Nov.2023 | 26 | |
Dec. 2023 | 24 | |
Jan. 2024 | 21 | |
Feb. 2024 | 18 | |
Mar. 2024 | 17 | |
Apr. 2024 | 8 | |
Sept. 2024 | 29 | |
Oct. 2024 | 27 | |
Nov.2024 | 24 | |
Dec. 2024 | 22 | |
Jan. 2025 | 19 | |
Feb. 2025 | 16 | |
Mar. 2025 | 16 | |
Apr. 2025 | 6 |
Embarkation
EMBARKATION &
DISEMBARKATION | INDIAN PANORAMA
Check-in Venue &
Timing: 0730 Hrs, Welcome and Check in at Delhi Safdurjung Railway Station.
Departure Station &
Timing: 0830 Hrs, Maharajas’ Express proceeds to Jaipur
Arrival Station &
Timing: 1500 Hrs, Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas’ Express as
your journey comes to an end at Safdarjung Railway Station, Delhi