The Maharaja Express

Maharajas' Express Train is a World's Leading Luxury Train introduced by Indian Railways catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). Popularly known as the Indian version of the ‘Orient Express of Europe’ the World’s Leading luxury train - Maharajas' Express made a debut in the year 2010. The luxury train has ever since won several & consecutive prestigious annual world travel awards.

Overview

Explore and discover the splendors of India with the Indian Splendor itinerary on board Asia's most luxurious train, the Maharajas Express. This tastefully crafted itinerary lasting 168 hours, takes the guest on a mesmerizing voyage across some of the most illuminating destinations in India to acquaint the guests with the heritage, culture and diversity of this incredible country. Included in the itinerary are a dash of wildlife, majestic forts and palaces and temples of medieval India.

Highlights

  • Sightseeing and city tour at each destination.
  • Champagne breakfast, Luxury palace Lunch and cocktail dinners at exclusive destinations.
  • Safari ride at Ranthambore National Park.
  • Shopping options.
  • Cultural programs inside the train and during sightseeing.
  • Ride on tuk-tuk, boat ride and others.
  • Optional spa sessions at premium hotels.

Outline Itinerary

Details Itinerary

Day 1 –DELHI - AGRA

  • 08:15 Welcome and Check in at Delhi Safdurjung Railway Station
  • 09:15 Maharajas’ Express proceeds to Agra
  • 09:30 Brunch onboard
  • 10:45 Tour Briefing onboard
  • 14:15 Arrive into Agra
  • 14:30 Proceed to visit the Taj Mahal
  • 18:30 Return to the comforts of Maharajas’ Express. You can choose optional activities – Spa at a Hotel or Mohabbat the Taj Show
  • 19:00 Dinner onboard

Day 2 –AGRA - RANTHAMBORE
  • 07:00 Proceed to visit the Agra Fort.
  • 09:00 Return to the comforts of Maharajas’ Express
  • 09:15 Breakfast onboard
  • 10:45 Maharajas’ Express proceeds to Ranthambore
  • 13:00 Lunch onboard
  • 15:15 Arrive into Sawai Madhopur and proceed for an exciting Game Drive at Ranthambore National Park
  • 18:15 Return to the comforts of Maharajas’ Express
  • 18:45 Maharajas’ Express proceeds to Jaipur
  • 19:30 Dinner onboard
  • 22:30 Maharajas’ Express arrives at Jaipur
 
Day 3 –JAIPUR
  • 07:00 Breakfast onboard
  • 08:30 Proceed to visit the Amber Fort. You may also choose Optional Activities - Spa at a hotel or a visit to City Palace and Observatory (Jantar Mantar) or a Local City Tour
  • 12:30 Return to the comforts of Maharajas’ Express
  • 13:30 Lunch onboard
  • 17:30 Proceed for Dinner at Rambagh Palace
  • 21:00 Return to the comforts of Maharajas’ Express
  • 23:00 Maharajas' Express proceeds to Bikaner
 
Day 4 –BIKANER
  • 08:00 Enjoy countryside while having breakfast onboard
  • 10:00 Arrive into Bikaner. Relax onboard or you may choose an Optional Local City Tour.
  • 13:00 Lunch onboard
  • 14:00 Proceed to visit the Junagarh Fort followed by sundowners at Sand Dunes
  • 17:30 Arrive at the Sand Dunes followed by cocktails, bar-be-que and folk dances.
  • 20:30 Return to the comforts of the Maharajas' Express
  • 21:00 Train leaves for Jodhpur
 
Day 5 –JODHPUR -
  • 07:00 Breakfast onboard
  • 08:00 Arrive into Jodhpur
  • 09:00 Optional Tour to Bishnoi Village or you can enjoy Spa a hotel or an excursion to Umaid Bhawan Palace and Jaswant Thada or a Local City Tour
  • 13:00 Lunch onboard
  • 15:00 Proceed to visit the Mehrangarh Fort followed by a Walking Tour of the Old Clock Tower market. Enjoy a joy ride on Tuk Tuks.
  • 17:30 Proceed for an exclusive cocktail dinner at an exclusive venue.
  • 20:15 Return to the comforts of the Maharajas' Express
  • 22:00 Maharajas’ Express proceeds to Udaipur
 
Day 6 –UDAIPUR
  • 08:00 Breakfast onboard
  • 10:00 Arrive into Udaipur. Proceed for boat ride on Lake Pichola followed by visit to City Palace and Crystal Gallery.
  • 13:30 Lunch at Satkar Hall of Fateh Prakash Palace
  • 15:00 Return to the comforts of Maharajas’ Express
  • 16:00 Train proceeds to Mumbai
  • 19:00 Enjoy an Indian Evening onboard
  • 20:00 Dinner onboard
 
Day 7 –MUMBAI
  • 07:00 Breakfast onboard
  • 13:00 Lunch onboard
  • 15:45 Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas' Express as train arrives at Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaja Terminus, Mumbai.

Itinerary, destinations and scheduled departures may change without prior notice.

Please contact your Guest Relations Executive for further details, prices and bookings of optional activities.


Schedule

The Indian Splendor Departure Dates for Season
2023-2024 & 2024-2025
Months Dates  
Oct. 2023 8  
Nov.2023 5  
Dec. 2023 3, 31  
Jan. 2024 28  
Feb. 2024 25  
Mar. 2024 24  
Apr. 2024 –  
Sept. 2024 –  
Oct. 2024 6  
Nov.2024 3  
Dec. 2024 1, 29  
Jan. 2025 26  
Feb. 2025 23  
Mar. 2025 23  
Apr. 2025 –  

Embarkation

EMBARKATION & DISEMBARKATION | INDIAN SPLENDOUR

  • Check-in Venue & Timing: 0815 Hrs, Welcome and Check in at Delhi Safdurjung Railway Station.
  • Departure Station & Timing: 0915 Hrs, Maharajas Express proceeds to Agra.
  • Arrival Station & Timing:  15:45 Disembark and bid farewell to the Maharajas' Express as train arrives at Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaja Terminus, Mumbai.