Luxury Rail: a taste of the Maharajas' Express and western Rajasthan

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Visit the beautiful Taj Mahal in Agra. Explore the Pink City of Jaipur and nearby Amber Fort. Climb atop the ramparts of Jodhpur's Mehrangarh Fort. Experience life in rural India with a local family. Relax in peaceful Udaipur.
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

What's this trip about?

    Visit the beautiful Taj Mahal in Agra. Explore the Pink City of Jaipur and nearby Amber Fort. Climb atop the ramparts of Jodhpur's Mehrangarh Fort. Experience life in rural India with a local family. Relax in peaceful Udaipur.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityDelhi
End CityUdaipur

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Train & Rail Journeys
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Cooking
  • Culture
  • History
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Trains & Rail
  • Wildlife Viewing

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Itinerary

Day 1 : International outbound flight

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Delhi.

Day 2 : Delhi

Arriving into Delhi International Airport, one of our local colleagues will meet you. You'll then be transferred by private vehicle into Delhi and to your hotel for the night.

Day 3 : On-board train

Board the Maharajas' Express this morning, before the train heads to Agra. After brunch on board you will arrive and visit the iconic Taj Mahal.

Day 4 : On-board train

Day two on board the Maharajas' Express. An early start as you head to Agra Fort, before the train departs for Ranthambhore National Park. This afternoon explore the park on a game drive, in search of the elusive Bengal tiger.

Day 5 : On-board train

Day three on board the Maharajas' Express. Spend the day in Jaipur, known as the Pink City, visit the nearby Amber Fort, and enjoy a special dinner within one of the impressive city palaces.

Day 6 : Jodhpur

Upon arrival into Delhi this morning, enjoy breakfast before disembarking the Maharajas' Express. Bid farewell to your fellow guests and meet your Audley driver who will take you to the airport. From Delhi you will fly to Jodhpur, a short journey of around 90 minutes....

Day 7 : Jodhpur

Explore Jodhpur today with your local and knowledgeable guide. You'll be guided through the fascinating and extensive Mehrangarh Fort before discovering the Old City on foot. Later, enjoy a cookery experience with a local family.

Day 8 : Chanoud

Continue south through Rajasthan this morning to a small village called Chanoud. Here you will stay with a local family in their beautiful home, which has been painstakingly restored and converted into a small hotel. Chanoud is an Audley favourite and receives excellent feedback.

Day 9 : Udaipur

During the long journey to Udaipur today, you will have the opportunity to stop for lunch and explore the expansive and intricate Jain temple at Ranakpur as well as the impressive fortress at Kumbhalgarh.

Day 10 : Udaipur

Explore the pretty city of Udaipur today, which sits around Lake Pichola, accompanied by your experienced local guide. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at leisure and consider a boat ride on the lake to watch the sun set across the city palace.

Day 11 : International return flight

After being transferred to the airport, you will start your homeward-bound journey. Your return flight will arrive the same day.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $7,828
Price per day$712
Last Updated: 1/12/2022

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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