Ans. The Initial
run of Palace Of Wheels train with former Royal Saloons was introduced in
1982.This was replaced by Metre Gauge A/C train in 1990.The present broad
gauge version was introduced in 1995.
During the British Raj in
India, The Maharajas of India had private Railway Saloons which were used
exclusively for Royalty & their State Guests.
The same concept
was experimented in early 1980's by Indian Railway. In 1984, the Ministry of
Railways in collaboration with Rajasthan Tourism, introduced a tour on this
Maharaja Train Tour- where you sleep in private air-con cabins with plush
interiors in the night & visit best of sightseeing spots &
Fort-Palaces in the daytime. The present train on broad gauge tracks was
introduced in 1996.
Q. Why is it called "A Week in
Wonderland" ?
Ans. The 7 nights tour on this
Luxury Train travels through the heartland of "Rajputana" & "Mewar"
region renowned for their Medieval Forts & Luxury Palace Hotels. The
personalized attention of the onboard staff totally pampers you for the days
spent on the Maharaja Train Tour.
Q. Why is the Palace On
Wheels Tour so expensive?
Ans. If you compare the
cost of staying in Luxury Hotels with meals & travel for same
destinations as covered by Palace On Wheels Tour; this Luxury Train tour
works out to be a better bargain for money charged. Also you cover the best
of Rajasthan in the shortest possible time.
Q. What all
places are covered by this Tour ?
Ans. Within
limited time gap of One Week this Maharaja Train tour covers more than 2000
miles (app. 3200 km) zig-zagging across the Desert State of Rajasthan, &
visiting The Taj Mahal in Agra. You visit the 18th Century Pink City of
Jaipur; 12th Century Desert Fort town of Jaisalmer; 16th Century Sun City of
Jodhpur; Ranthambhor Tiger Reserve; ruins of 8th Century Hill Fort of
Chittaurgarh; 16th Century City Of Lakes-Udaipur; Poetry in White Marble-The
Taj Mahal; 16th Century Ghost Town of Fatehpur Sikri; Bharatpur Bird
Sanctuary.
Q. What kind of food is served on the tour?
Ans. There is a wide array of choices between
both Vegetarian & Non Vegetarian Continental & India Cuisine.
Q.
Is there a dress code in the Train ?
Ans. There
is no formal dress requirement & you may dress in Casual as Comfortable
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