Itinerary Summary
Board the Palace on Wheels in Delhi for an overnight departure, then alight at Jaipur (Amber Fort), Jaisalmer (desert), Jodhpur (blue city), Udaipur (lake city), Chittorgarh fort and Agra for the Taj…
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Boarding the Palace on Wheels at Delhi Cantonment
16:00
2h
Check-in at the Palace on Wheels saloon
Arrive at the dedicated departure lounge for a welcome drink, paperwork and baggage handling, then settle into your heritage saloon with attached bathroom. Keep your passport and booking voucher handy at check-in.
📍 Delhi Cantonment
20:00
1.5h
Welcome dinner and night departure from Delhi
Dinner is served in the dining car as the train pulls out of Delhi toward Rajasthan. Ask your attendant for the next day's excursion timings before turning in; the train moves overnight.
📍 Delhi to Jaipur overnight
💡 Pro Tip: The Palace on Wheels runs from September to April and is booked through IRCTC or authorised agents, usually months ahead; the fare bundles meals, excursions and guides. Boarding is at Delhi Cantonment station in the late afternoon, with luggage transferred to your saloon. Carry your passport for the check-in formalities and a warm layer for air-conditioned coaches. The route and departure days follow the operator's current timetable, so confirm your exact itinerary when booking. India Standard Time is UTC+5:30.
Days 2-8 are member-only
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Budget Breakdown
AccommodationUS$1,26035%
Palace on Wheels heritage sleeping car, 7 nights
Food & DiningUS$72020%
Maharaja-style train dining, Rajasthani curries, naan and desserts
Remaining cost categories are member-only
Members see the full breakdown for flights, hotels, food, tickets and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Palace on Wheels run and how far ahead should I book?+
The Palace on Wheels operates October to April only and is closed through the monsoon summer. Departures are weekly and cabins sell out months ahead, so reserve as soon as your dates are fixed. Check the official Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation schedule for the current season's departures and fares.
What is included in the Palace on Wheels fare?+
Fares on this luxury rail journey usually bundle the heritage sleeping cabin, all meals, guided sightseeing at Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Chittorgarh and Agra, plus entry fees, with international flights and most drinks extra. Confirm exactly what your booking covers, since inclusions vary by cabin class and season.
Is the Palace on Wheels worth it compared with a normal Rajasthan tour?+
It trades flexibility for convenience: you unpack once, travel overnight, and sightseeing, meals and transfers are arranged. The Luxury band here is roughly $2,690-4,490 per person excluding flights, above a Comfort land tour. Choose it for the heritage train experience; a private car tour gives more time at each stop.
Do I need a tourist visa for a Rajasthan rail journey from Delhi?+
Yes, foreign visitors need an Indian tourist visa before arrival. Many passports qualify for the online e-Tourist Visa; others must apply at an embassy or consulate. Eligibility and approved arrival ports change, so check the India visa section on the official Indian Visa Online portal and apply well before departure.
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Guide at a Glance
- Duration: 8 days
- Budget: Luxury · approx. $2,690–4,490 (≈ €2,340–3,900), excl. int'l flights
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best for: Rail Journeys
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