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Maharaja Express - Indian Panorama Train Journey
Book NowDay 1 - Arrive at Delhi's Sadarjung Station for a welcome reception as you make your way to Jaipur
20:30--Guests will arrive at Delhi's Sadarjung Railway Station for a welcome reception and check-in formalities.
21:30--Dinner will be served on board the Maharajas' Express.
22:00--The train will depart for Jaipur.
Day 2 - Elephant Painting & other activities, and a tour of the Royal Observatory (Jantar Mantar)
08:00--Breakfast will be served on board the train.
09:50--The Maharajas' Express will arrive in Jaipur, "The Pink City!"
10:00--Passengers will visit the Amber Fort.
12:30--Passengers will proceed to the Jai Mahal, the city palace, for an afternoon of painting, riding, and feeding majestic elephants, followed by lunch.
15:30--Return to the comfort of the Maharajas' Express OR participate in OPTIONAL activities: enjoy a tour of the Jantar Mantar Observatory OR a private shopping tour OR rest and relaxation at five-star spa facilities OR golfing at the Rambagh Golf Club.
20:00--Dinner will be served on board the train.
23:00--The train will depart for Sawai Madhopur.
Day 3 - Jeep Safari to Ranthambore National Park followed by visit to Fatephur Sikri
06:30--Breakfast will be served on board the train as the Maharajas' Express arrives in Sawai Madhopur. Passengers will proceed to an exciting game drive at nearby Ranthambore National Park.
09:30--Return to the comfort of the Maharajas' Express.
11:00--Lunch will be served on board the train as the Maharajas' Express departs for Fatephur Sikir.
14:45--The Maharajas' Express will arrive in Fatephur Sikir.
15:15--Passengers will proceed to the abandoned Mughal city of Fatephur Sikri.
18:00--Return to the comfort of the Maharajas' Express.
20:00-- Dinner will be served on board the train.
Day 4 - Enjoy a brunch that overlooks the Taj Mahal, followed by a visit to Gwalior
07:00--The Maharajas' Express will arrive in Agra! Passengers will proceed for a visit to the Taj Mahal.
09:45--Passengers will enjoy a champagne breakfast at the scenic Taj Khema.
10:45--Return to the comfort of the Maharajas' Express.
12:00--The train will depart for Gwalior.
12:30--Lunch will be served on board the train.
14:45--As the Maharajas' Express arrives in Gwalior, passengers will visit the Gwalior Fort, Saas Bahu Temple, and Jain Cave sculptures OR may choose to participate in an OPTIONAL activity: spa treatment at a palace hotel.
18:00--Visit the Jai Vilas Palace Museum, followed by a refreshing high tea in the compound of the palace.
20:30--Return to the comfort of the Maharajas' Express as the train departs for Khajuraho.
Day 5 - Guided tour to the western group of temples in Khajuraho
06:30--Breakfast will be served on board the train.
12:00--Lunch will be served on board the train.
15:00--The train will arrive in Khajuraho, and passengers will proceed to visit the western group of temples.
18:15--Passengers will return to the comfort of the Maharajas' Express OR can choose to participate in OPTIONAL activities: spa treatments at a hotel OR attend a Sound and Light Show OR attend a Dances of India Show.
20:15--Dinner will be served on board the train.
23:15--The Maharajas' Express will depart for Varanasi.
Day 6 - Tour to Varanasi Silk Centre, Visit to Sarnath, Cruise on the River Ganges
08:00--Breakfast will be served on board the train.
12:00--The Maharajas' Express will arrive in Varanasi, "The City of Light!"
12:30--Passengers will proceed for a visit to a silk-weaving center, followed by lunch at Vivanta by the Taj Hotel.
15:00--Passengers will proceed for a visit to the Sarnath Ruins and Museum.
16:30--Passengers will enjoy a boat cruise along the River Ganges and witness an evening aarti.
20:00--Return to the comfort of the Maharajas' Express, where dinner will be served on board.
23:00--The train will depart for Lucknow.
Day 7 - Visit to the Rumi Darwaza and the Bara Imambara, and enjoy a cocktail lunch at the Taj Hotel
07:00--Breakfast will be served on board the train.
08:15--The Maharajas' Express will arrive in Lucknow, the "City of Nawabs!" Passengers will proceed to visit the Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara, Rumi Darwaza, and the British Residency, followed by a cocktail lunch at the Taj Hotel.
16:00--Return to the comfort of the Maharajas' Express.
19:00--Enjoy an "Indian Evening," followed by dinner on board the train.
21:30--The Maharajas' Express will depart for Delhi.
Day 8 - Bid adieu to the Indian Splendor itinerary onboard the Maharajas Express
07:15--Breakfast will be served on board the train.
08:30--Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas' Express!
DISCLAIMER: All itineraries are approximate and subject to change based on weather or other "on the ground" conditions.