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Maharajas Express – The Indian Splendour

Maharajas Express – The Indian Splendour

Retrace the steps of Indian Royalty and the British Raj and ride the Maharajas’ Express, one of the world’s most luxurious trains, on a whistle-stop tour of Rajasthan. From panoramic windows, witness ever-changing scenery as you visit key attractions such as the tiger reserve Ranthambore, the iconic Taj Mahal, the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur and Udaipur’s Lake Palace.

The train recreates the elegance and opulence of India's Maharajas suffused with nostalgia in its décor, white-glove service, gourmet food, and lavish amenities. Departing from Delhi, the first stop is in Agra, where you have time to admire the Taj Mahal in all its majesty before your thrilling jeep safari in Ranthambore, hunting ground of the Bengal tiger. Jaipur is next to impress, as you take in the city’s landmarks – including the impressive Amber Fort. Then experience Bikaner’s orange dunes, the hilltop fortress of Mehrangarh in the ‘Blue City’ of Jodhpur and the gleaming white City Palace in Udaipur. End off in the financial capital city of Mumbai with a multitude of memories.

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Day by Day summary

  • Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Indira Gandhi International Airport
  • 1 night - The Imperial, Delhi and the North, India
  • 7 nights - Maharaja's Express, Rajasthan, Mumbai and Central India, India
  • 2 nights - Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai and Central India, India
  • Ends - Transfer to Mumbai International (Bombay) for your international flight home

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Itinerary Details

Day-by-Day

Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Indira Gandhi International Airport

The Imperial Writing desk at luxury suite
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Day 1

Arrive at Delhi International Airport where you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the city.

  • 1 night
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The Imperial
Bed & Breakfast | Heritage Room
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The Imperial Luxury Suite
Maharajas Express Mayur Mahal Restaurant
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Maharajas Express Presidential Suite
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Day 2 - 9

Today you will be met and taken to Safdarjung railway station to board the Maharajas’ Express train and begin your journey.

  • 7 nights

The Maharajas' Express
Deluxe Cabin | Full Board
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Maharajas Express Raj Club Bar
The Taj Mahal Palace ball room
The Taj Mahal Palace Harbour bar
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Day 9 - 11

Today the train will arrive at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus where you will disembark and be transferred to your hotel in Mumbai.

  • 2 nights
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The Taj Mahal Palace
Bed & Breakfast | Luxury Grande Room Sea View
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The Taj Mahal Palace Aquarius suite

Day 11

Today you will be transferred to Mumbai Airport to catch your international flight home.

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Includes

  • International flights as indicated
  • Meals and accommodation as specified
  • Road transfers as specified
  • Private guiding & chauffeuring in Delhi and Mumbai
  • Train journey as indicated
  • All entrance fees and excursions as specified
  • Carbon-offsetting with One Tree Planted
  • Conservation donation to Save the Rhino
  • Community projects contribution with Uthando
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  • Entry visas and fees
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Optional activities/ experiences
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