Heritage of India Journey – 7 Nights / 8 Days
Mumbai – Ajanta – Udaipur – Jodhpur – Bikaner – Jaipur – Ranthambore – Agra – Delhi
Maharajas’ Express Heritage of India itinerary offer insights into the rich heritage and culture of India. Starting from Mumbai, the train crisscrosses through the medieval caves of Ajanta, forts and Palaces of Rajasthan and the majestic Taj Mahal during the Heritage of India Tour. The highlight of the tour includes cultural immersion during local sightseeing tours, insider experiences such as sundowner cocktails amidst sand dunes and Exhibition Elephant Polo Match and some shopping experiences among others.
DAY 01 MUMBAI – AJANTA
1430 hrs: Welcome & Registration at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel.
1545 hrs: Depart for Mumbai CST Railway Station
1640 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Ajanta
1930 hrs: Dinner on Board
DAY 02 AJANTA – UDAIPUR
0630 hrs: Breakfast on board
0730 hrs: Proceed for excursion to the Ajanta Caves
1315 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express for Lunch on board
1345 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Udaipur
1930 hrs: Dinner on Board
DAY 03 UDAIPUR – JODHPUR
0800 hrs: Breakfast on board
1000 hrs: Arrive into Udaipur
1030 hrs: Proceed for sightseeing of City Palace & Crystal Gallery (Audio Tour)
1230 hrs: Lunch at Satkar Hall of Fateh Prakash Palace
1430 hrs: Return to the train for a relaxed afternoon OR continues for a shopping tour. You may also opt for optional activities like Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel, Sound & Light show at City Palace Or visit to the Vintage Car Museum & Boat Cruise on Lake Pichola
1830 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express
2000 hrs: Dinner on board
2130 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Jodhpur
DAY 04 JODHPUR – BIKANER
0800 hrs: Breakfast on board
0900 hrs: Optional tour to Bishnoi village OR enjoy Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel
1100 hrs: Arrive into Jodhpur. Relax on board
1300 hrs: Lunch on board
1430 hrs: Visit the Mehrangarh Fort followed by a walking tour of the Clock Tower market OR You may also choose to enjoy spa facilities at a 5 star hotel.
1830 hrs: Proceed for an exclusive cocktail dinner at Hanwant Mahal
2030 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas’ Express
0400 hrs: Train leaves for Bikaner
DAY 05 BIKANER – JAIPUR
0800 Breakfast on board
1100 Arrive into Bikaner. Relax on board OR You may also choose optional visit to the Lalgarh Palace Museum OR Deshnok (the Rat Temple) OR a Private shopping tour for Kundan Jewellery.
1300 hrs: Lunch on board
1400 hrs: Visit to Junagarh Fort
1600 hrs: Start from Junagarh Fort to Gajner Palace
1700 hrs: Reach Gajner Palace
1730 hrs: Proceed for Sundowner Cocktails and barbecue at the Sand Dunes
2100 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas’ Express
DAY 06 JAIPUR – RANTHAMBORE
0800 hrs: Breakfast on board
1130 hrs: Arrive into Jaipur
1145 hrs: Proceed for Exhibition Elephant Polo Match followed by Champagne lunch at City Palace.
1500 hrs: Visit the Amber Fort OR You may also choose to participate in the optional activities such as Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel OR Private shopping tour OR Golfing at Rambagh Golf club OR Visit to City Palace & The Observatory (Jantar Mantar) * While returning from Amber Fort you have an opportunity to visit a local center for polishing and cutting of precious and semi precious stones
1900 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express
2000 hrs: Dinner on board
2130 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore)
DAY 07 RANTHAMBORE – FATEHPUR SIKRI
0630 hrs: Proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park
0930 hrs: Breakfast at Vivanta By Taj, Sawai Madhopur
1030 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express.
1040 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express departs for Fatehpur Sikri.
1300 hrs: Lunch on board
1430 hrs: Arrive into Fatehpur Sikri
1515 hrs: Visit the deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri
1800 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express
2000 hrs: Enjoy an “Indian Evening” followed by dinner on board.
DAY 08 FATEHPUR SIKRI – AGRA – DELHI
0630 hrs: Arrive into Agra and Proceed to visit the Taj Mahal.
0830 hrs: Champagne Breakfast at Taj Khema
0945 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express.
1015 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express proceeds for Delhi
1300 hrs: Lunch on board
1530 hrs: Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas’ Express as your journey comes to an end!
Heritage of India Departure Dates for Season 2014-2015
| Month | Departure Dates |
| January 2014 | Sat, 11th |
| February 2014 | Sat, 8th |
| March 2014 | Sat, 8th |
| October 2014 | Sat, 18th |
| November 2014 | Sat, 15th |
| December 2014 | Sat, 13th |
| January 2015 | Sat, 10th |
| February 2015 | Sat, 7th |
| March 2015 | Sat, 7th |
| April 2015 | Sat, 4th |
Indian Splendor Journey – 7 Nights / 8 Days
Delhi – Agra – Ranthambore – Jaipur – Bikaner – Jodhpur – Udaipur – Balasinor – Mumbai
A meticulously crafted itinerary which includes a dash of royalty, palaces, forts, sand dunes, wildlife and cultural excursions will bring out the best of the India’s royal traditions, art and vibrant culture. A journey spanning over 8 days and 7 nights in the magnificence of Asia’s most luxurious train brings out an amazing concoction of the myriad hues of this vast and diverse land. Adding to the royal experience is the delectable cuisines, impeccable hospitality and guided off-train excursions bringing out the best of the splendors of the incredible India.
DAY 01 DELHI – AGRA
2045 hrs: Welcome & Check-in formalities at Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station
2130 hrs: Dinner on board
2200 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Agra
DAY 02 AGRA – RANTHAMBORE
0630 hrs: Arrive into Agra. Proceed to visit the Taj Mahal
0900 hrs: Champagne breakfast at Taj Khema
1030 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express OR you may choose optional activities such as Spa at five star hotel or Visit to Itmad-Ud-Daula
1300 hrs: Lunch on board
1500 hrs: Visit Agra Fort or you may choose optional activities such as Spa at a 5 star hotel, OR Private shopping tour, OR Visit to Fatehpur Sikri.
1830 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas’ Express
2000 hrs: Dinner on board
2040 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore).
DAY 03 RANTHAMBORE – JAIPUR – BIKANER
0630 hrs: Proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park
0930 hrs: Breakfast at Vivanta By Taj, Sawai Madhopur
1045 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas’ Express
1100 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express proceeds for Jaipur.
1400 hrs: Visit the Amber Fort OR You may also choose to participate in the optional activities such as Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel OR Private shopping tour OR Golfing at Rambagh Golf club OR Visit to City Palace & Jantar Mantar (The Observatory) *While returning from Amber Fort you have an opportunity to visit a local center for polishing and cutting of precious and semi precious stones*.
1730 hrs: Exhibition Elephant Polo Match followed by Champagne Dinner at Jai Mahal Palace.
2030 hrs: Return to the train
2300 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Bikaner
DAY 04 BIKANER – JODHPUR
0800 hrs: Enjoy countryside while having breakfast on board
1000 hrs: Arrive into Bikaner. Relax on board OR You may also choose optional activities such as visit to the Lalgarh Museum OR Deshnok (the Rat Temple) OR a Private shopping tour for Kundan Jewellery.
1300 hrs: Lunch on board
1400 hrs: Visit to Junagarh Fort
1600 hrs: Start from Junagarh Fort for Gajner Palace to freshen up
1730 hrs: Proceed for Sundowner Cocktails and barbecue at the Sand Dunes
2015 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas’ Express.
2100 hrs: Train leaves for Jodhpur
DAY 05 JODHPUR – UDAIPUR
0800 hrs: Breakfast on board
0900 hrs: Optional tour to Bishnoi village OR enjoy Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel
1300 hrs: Lunch on board
1430 hrs: Visit to the Mehrangarh Fort followed by a walking tour of the Clock Tower market and OR You may also choose to enjoy spa facilities at a 5 star hotel.
1800 hrs: Proceed for an exclusive cocktail dinner at Hanwant Mahal
2015 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas’ Express
2030 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Udaipur
DAY 06 UDAIPUR – BALASINOR
0800 hrs: Breakfast on board
1000 hrs: Arrive into Udaipur
1030 hrs: Proceed for sightseeing of City Palace & Crystal Gallery (Audio Tour)
1330 hrs: Lunch at Satkar Hall of Fateh Prakash Palace
1430 hrs: Return to the train for a relaxed afternoon OR continue for a shopping tour. You may also opt for the optional service like Spa facilities at a 5 star hotel or visit to Vintage Car Museum & Boat Cruise on Lake Pichola.
1800 hrs: Return to the comforts of the Maharajas’ Express
1910 hrs: Train leaves for Balasinor
2000 hrs: Dinner on board
DAY 07 BALASINOR – MUMBAI
0630 hrs: Breakfast on board
0730 hrs: Arrive into Sevalia Station
0745 hrs: Drive to Balasinor.
0830 hrs: Depart for Dinosaur Fossil Park
0930 hrs: Arrive at Dinosaur Fossil Park for a guided tour by Princess Aaliya followed by Village Walking Tour.
1145 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas’ Express.
1630 hrs: Train leaves for Mumbai
2000 hrs: Enjoy an “Indian Evening” followed by dinner.
DAY 08 MUMBAI
0700 hrs: Breakfast on board
0815 hrs: Train arrives at Mumbai Lokmanya Tilak Terminus
0830 hrs: Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas’ Express as your journey comes to an end!
The Indian Splendor Departure Dates for Season 2014-2015
| Month | Departure Dates | |
| January 2014 | Sat, 4th | |
| February 2014 | Sat, 1st | |
| March 2014 | Sat, 1st | |
| October 2014 | Sat, 11th | |
| November 2014 | Sat, 8th | |
| December 2014 | Sat, 6th | |
| January 2015 | Sat, 3rd | |
| January 2015 | Sat, 31st | |
| February 2015 | Sat, 28th | |
| March 2015 | Sat, 28th |
Treasures of India Journey – 3 Nights/4 Days
Delhi – Agra – Ranthambore – Jaipur – Delhi
A treasure of India is a 3 nights and 4 days whirlwind tour across the famed Golden Triangle tour circuit of India from the colorful bazaars and majestic forts of Rajasthan, to catching the glimpse of tigers prowling in the wild in Ranthambore National Park. Maharajas Express Treasures of India itinerary include visits to no less than 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites along with insider experiences and shopping detours in Agra and Jaipur.
DAY 01 DELHI – AGRA
0830 hrs: Welcome & Check in formalities at Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station
0930 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express proceeds for Agra
1000 hrs: Brunch on board
1405 hrs: Arrive into Agra
1500 hrs: Visit Agra Fort OR you may choose for optional activities such as SPA at five star hotels, Private shopping tour OR Visit to Itmad-Ud-Daula.
1730 hrs: Hi tea with Champagne at Taj Khema
1900 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express
2000 hrs: Dinner on board
DAY 02 AGRA – SAWAI MADHOPUR
0630 hrs: Visit Taj Mahal
0900 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express Breakfast on board
0945 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express proceeds for Sawai Madhopur
1200 hrs: Lunch on board
1330 hrs: Arrive into Ranthambore
1400 hrs: Proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park
1700 hrs: Hi Tea at Vivanta by Taj, Sawai Madhopur
1830 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express.
1920 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Jaipur
2000 hrs: Dinner on board
DAY 03 JAIPUR
0800 hrs: Breakfast on board
1000 hrs: Visit the Amber Fort
1020 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express for lunch. Post lunch, you may also choose for optional activities such as Spa at a deluxe hotel OR Private shopping tour OR Golfing at Rambagh Golf club OR Visit to City Palace & Jantar Mantar
1700 hrs: Proceed for Elephant Polo Match followed by Champagne Dinner at City Palace
2100 hrs: Return back to the Maharajas’ Express.
2130 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Delhi
DAY 04 DELHI
0715 hrs: Breakfast on board
0830 hrs: Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas’ Express as your journey comes to an end!
Treasures of India Departure Dates for Season 2014-2015
| Month | Departure Dates |
| January 2014 | Sun, 19th |
| February 2014 | Sun, 16th |
| March 2014 | Sun, 16th |
| October 2014 | Sun, 26th |
| November 2014 | Sun, 23rd |
| December 2014 | Sun, 21st |
| January 2015 | Sun, 18th |
| February 2015 | Sun, 15th |
| March 2015 | Sun, 15th |
| April 2015 | Sun, 12th |
Gems of India Journey – 3 Nights / 4 Days
Delhi – Agra – Ranthambore – Jaipur – Delhi
Gems of India route is yet another Golden Triangle tour package offered by the Maharajas’ Express. The itinerary takes you to the three of the most fascinating tour destinations in India – Delhi, Jaipur and Agra. Explore the master creations of men along with a dash of wildlife at the Ranthambore National Park. Also included in the Maharaja Express itinerary is the local sightseeing, shopping and optional spa breaks at select destinations. And all this while, live a maharaja life inside India’s most luxurious train with elegant décor, gourmet dining, and state of the art amenities adds unparalleled finesse to this royal train journey.
DAY 01 DELHI – AGRA
2045 hrs: Welcome & Check in formalities at Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station
2130 hrs: Dinner on board
2200 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Agra
DAY 02 AGRA – RANTHAMBORE
0630 hrs: Arrive into Agra. Proceed to visit Taj Mahal
0900 hrs: Champagne breakfast at Taj Khema
1030 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express OR you can choose optional activities such as Spa at five star hotel OR Visit to Itmad-Ud-Daula OR Fatehpur Sikri.
1300 hrs: Lunch on board
1500 hrs: Visit Agra Fort OR you may choose for optional activities such as Spa at a five star hotel, Private shopping tour, Visit to Itmad-Ud-Daula, Visit to Fatehpur Sikri.
1830 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas’ Express
2000 hrs: Dinner on board
2040 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Sawai Madhopur
DAY 03 RANTHAMBORE – JAIPUR
0630 hrs: Proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park.
0900 hrs: Breakfast at Vivanta By Taj, Sawai Madhopur
1045 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas’ Express.
1100 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express proceeds for Jaipur.
1230 hrs: Lunch on board
1315 hrs: Arrive into Jaipur
1430 hrs: Visit the Amber Fort OR You may also choose the optional activities such as Spa facilities at a hotel OR Private shopping tour OR Golfing at Rambagh Golf club OR Visit to City Palace & Jantar Mantar
1730 Elephant Polo Match followed by Champagne Dinner
2000 hrs: Return to the train
2300 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Delhi
DAY 04 JAIPUR – DELHI
0715 hrs: Breakfast on board
0830 hrs: Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas’ Express as your journey comes to an end!
Gems of India Departure Dates for Season 2014-2015
| Month | Departure Dates |
| January 2014 | Wed, 22nd |
| February 2014 | Wed, 19th |
| March 2014 | Wed, 19th |
| October 2014 | Wed, 1st |
| October 2014 | Wed, 29th |
| November 2014 | Wed, 26th |
| December 2014 | Wed, 24th |
| January 2015 | Wed, 21st |
| February 2015 | Wed, 18th |
| March 2015 | Wed, 18th |
| April 2015 | Wed, 15th |
Panorama Journey – 7 Nights / 8 Days
Delhi – Jaipur – Ranthambore – Fatehpur Sikri – Agra – Gwalior – Orchha – Khajuraho – Varanasi – Lucknow – Delhi
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 Chandela. 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.
DAY 01 DELHI – JAIPUR
2045 hrs: Welcome & Check-in formalities at Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station
2130 hrs: Dinner on board
2200 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Jaipur
DAY 02 JAIPUR – RANTHAMBORE
0800 hrs: Breakfast on board
0950 hrs: Arrive into Jaipur
1000 hrs: Proceed for the Amber Fort
1230 hrs: Proceed from Amber fort for Elephant Polo Match followed by lunch at City Palace.
1600 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express to relax OR You may also choose to participate in the optional activities such as Spa facilities at a deluxe hotel OR Private shopping tour OR Golfing at Rambagh Golf club OR Visit to City Palace & Jantar Mantar. * While returning from Jaigarh Fort you have an opportunity to visit a local center for polishing and cutting of precious and semi precious stones
2000 hrs: Dinner on board
2100 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore)
DAY 03 RANTHAMORE – FATEHPUR SIKRI
0630 hrs: Proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park
0930 hrs: Breakfast at Vivanta By Taj, Sawai Madhopur
1030 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express as it proceeds for Fatehpur Sikri.
1230 hrs: Lunch on board
1430 hrs: Arrive into Fatehpur Sikri
1515 hrs: Visit to the deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri
1800 hrs: Return to the comfort of the Maharajas’ Express
2000 hrs: Dinner on board.
DAY 04 FATEHPUR SIKRI – AGRA – GWALIOR
0630 hrs: Arrive into Agra. Proceed to visit Taj Mahal
0815 hrs: Champagne Breakfast at Taj Khema
1045 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express
1100 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express proceeds for Gwalior
1300 hrs: Onboard lunch
1445 hrs: De-board at Gwalior to visit the Gwalior Fort, Saas Bahu Temple and the Jain Cave sculptures OR You may choose to avail spa facilities at Usha Kiran Palace
1730 hrs: Visit the Jai Vilas Palace Museum
1830 hrs: Hi tea at Jai Vilas Palace compound
2000 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express. Light dinner on board
DAY 05 GWALIOR – ORCHHA – KHAJURAHO – VARANASI
0630 hrs: Breakfast on board
0730 hrs: Proceed to visit Orchha Fort Complex.
0930 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express
0945 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express proceeds for Khajuraho
1200 hrs: Lunch on board
1430 hrs: Arrive into Khajuraho
1500 hrs: Visit Khajuraho Temples
1800 hrs: Return to the train OR you may choose from any of the optional such as Spa Facilities at hotel Grand the Lalit OR Sound & Light show.
2000 hrs: Dinner on board
2045 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Varanasi
DAY 06 VARANASI – LUCKNOW
0730 hrs: Arrive into Varanasi
0800 hrs: Breakfast on board
0930 hrs: Visit Sarnath ruins and museum
1240 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express for on board Lunch
1500 hrs: Visit the Silk Weaving Centre
1630 hrs: Tea-Coffee break with cookies
1700 hrs: Proceed for Boat ride at River Ganges to witness Evening Aarti
2030 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express. Dinner on board.
2300 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Lucknow.
DAY 07 LUCKNOW – DELHI
0800 hrs: Breakfast on board
0930 hrs: Proceed towards Lucknow to visit The Residency, Rumi Darwaza & the Bara Imambara
1200 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express for Lunch on board
1730 hrs: Proceed for an “Indian Evening” with Dinner at the palace of Raja of Jehangirabad.
2100 hrs: Return to the Maharajas’ Express
2115 hrs: The Maharajas’ Express leaves for Delhi
DAY 08 DELHI
0715 hrs: Breakfast on board
0830 hrs: Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas’ Express as your journey comes to an end!
Indian Panorama Departure Dates for Season 2014-2015
| Month | Departure Dates |
| January 2014 | Sat, 25th |
| February 2014 | Sat, 22nd |
| March 2014 | Sat, 22nd |
| October 2014 | Sat, 4th |
| November 2014 | Sat, 1st |
| November 2014 | Sat, 29th |
| December 2014 | Sat, 27th |
| January 2015 | Sat, 24th |
| February 2015 | Sat, 21st |
| March 2015 | Sat, 21st |
- CALL OF JUNGLE II 08 Days/ 07 Nights
- Call Of Tiger Programme 08 Nights / 09 Days
- Colours of India & Nepal 12 Days/ 11 Nights
- Confluence of Three States 22 Days/ 21 Nights
- Exotic South India 11 Days/10 Nights
- Glimpse of Tamil Nadu & Kerala 10 Days/ 09 Nights
- Golden Triangle Programme 06 Days/ 05Nights
- Highlights of North & South India 14 Days/ 13 Nights
- Karnataka Golden Triangle 05 Days/ 04 Nights
- Kerala Golden Triangle 06 Days/ 05 Nights
- Lucknow Portion Culinary 02 Nights / 03 Days
- North India Golden Triangle by Train 06 days/ 05 nights