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ROYAL TRAIN TOURS

A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step -- Lao Tzu

The royal majestic charm of India can be experienced on a week-long travel on luxury tourist trains that cover fascinating historic cities and quaint towns, while giving you an opulent experience of the lifestyles of erstwhile Maharajas on board!

The Palace on Wheels and The Royal Orient take you on a spectacular journey through the majestic expanse of Rajasthan, the land of sand dunes and palaces reigned once over by the Royalty. Rated one of the top luxury trains in the world, these trains are lavishly equipped with regal ambience, and charming furniture. During the seven-day trip, you explore splendid forts and palaces, deserts, costumes and cuisines of Rajasthan, while getting treated like a king. Best time of the year to be on this journey is during the months of October and November.

For those with a busy schedule, The Fairy Queen is a weekend experience that takes you to Sariska National Park. It is the oldest working broad gauge steam locomotive in the world, that will provide you an excellent opportunity to experience royal treatment as you travel through the royal land of Rajasthan.

The weeklong Deccan Odyssey tour takes you through several exotic destinations covering the vast expanse of Maharashtra, including Mumbai, Ganpatipule, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Goa, Pune, Aurangabad, Ajanta and Ellora. True to its name, Deccan Odyssey is a luxury train that takes you on an unforgettable sojourn through time - serene beaches, magnificent forts & palaces, and legends engraved on rocks. Experience the finest and the best of rail / train journeys of the world. Welcome aboard! (?)

The Toy Trains run up the hills, and transport people from the plains to the lap of Himalayas in the Northeast, Shivalik in the Northwest, and the Western Ghats & Nilgris in the South. On the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway gage (?) train, that has earned the status of UNESCO World Heritage, it is possible to enjoy a joy ride from Darjeeling to Ghoom via Barista loop almost daily. Or experience the romance of a steam locomotive at Tipong Colliery, near Kolkata. The train is used to haul few bogies’ of coal from mine to loading shed. During its journey, it crosses over high bridges, tunnels and valleys and so offering excellent photo opportunities.

The air-conditioned chair car and executive class trains travel throughout India, such as the super-fast Rajdhani Express and Shatabdi Express that are India's best in terms of time efficiency and impeccable service. Snacks, meals, mineral water and reading material supplied on board, which is inclusive in the cost of the ticket.

NORTH INDIA

Fairy Queen Express

Palace On Wheels

CENTRAL INDIA

Deccan Odyssey

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