The Palace on Wheels

Introduction / History

Single room
The Palace on Wheels offers an opportunity to explore some of India’s most spectacular sights in the style of the maharajas. Embark on the royal journey which covers the splendid structures, monuments, classic towns, forts, palaces, mansions, havelis, and the wilderness of jungles and romance of the deserts. The majestic ride will take you through Rajasthan, the land of the Maharajas. The train mixes traditional with the modern. The art decor speaks of the regal past of royal Rajasthan while the state-of-the-art amenities are marked by modern affluence and exuberance. Carved furniture, splendid paintings and elegant handicrafts transport you to the splendid past of Rajasthan. The Palace on Wheels comprises of 14 gracefully appointed coaches with rich furnishings and modern amenities. 

The train travels mostly by day; nights are spent at quiet sidings.

Accommodation
The train has 14 air-conditioned carriages, each with 4 compartments with two lower beds. All 14 salons are named after provinces of Rajasthan such as Alwar, Bharatpur, Bundi, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, and Udaipur etc . Each of the coaches has been done up in extraordinary lavish styles comprising of miniature paintings, mirror work, furnishings, and upholstery. Each compartment also has Channel Music system, a Mini Pantry, attached bathrooms and a personal attendant called ‘Khidmatgar’. Curtains and bedspreads in the cabins are silk. Each sleeping car has a lounge at one end.

Dining / Lounge
Palace on Wheels has two restaurants aptly named Maharaja and Maharani, with elegant décor and each serving both Continental and Indian cuisine. Apart of table d’hôte meals, an eclectic assortment of a la carte menu is also served to the guests. The in house bar with its authentic ambience and selection of alcoholic and non- alcoholic beverages is part of the on-board experience. The train also has a lounge to relax and unwind after a long day of sightseeing.

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