Monday 1 July 2013

The Indian Maharaja Delhi to Mumbai journey

The Indian Maharaja, 7 night 8 days train journey of India. This Maharaja style express train covers beautiful destinations of Maharastra  North India including Mumbai, Aurangabad, Udaipur, Sawai Modhopur, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra and Delhi. Book train tickets of The Indian Maharaja routes from Mumbai to Delhi, India.   Tou Duration : 07 Nights-08 Days

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Day 1: 
Departure from Delhi : Board the Train in the evening. Train leaves at 19:30hrs. Dinner on board and train departs for Agra.

Day 2: Agra 
visit Agra Fort and Taj Mahal.  Then visit Fatehpur Sikri and board the Train at Bharatpur Railway Station. Train leaves for Jaipur while dinner is served on board.

Day 3: Jaipur

Morning excursion to 16th century built Amber Hill fort Palace with impressive architecture & intricate carvings. After photo stop at Hawa Mahal, visit UNESCO World Heritage Site of Jantar Mantar .Lunch at Taj Jai Mahal Palace Hotel & return to train for rest Evening proceed for Gala Dinner at City Palace.

Day 4: Sawai Madhopur
enjoy jungle safari by canter.Stay overnight onboard the train which winds its way to Udaipur.

Day 5: Udaipur

Arrive Udaipur, Late brunch on board the train.
Set on the shores of Lake Pichola and surrounded by hills, Udaipur grew in complete contrast to the harsh deserts of the rest of Rajasthan. As capital of the old Mewar State it was the only Rajput stronghold to uphold its Hindu allegiance in the face of Muslim invasion.

Day 6: Aurangabad
Morning at leisure after breakfast on board. Early lunch on board / packed lunch as we drive to Ellora. After sightseeing of Ellora Caves, drive back to Jalgaon in the evening to board the train. Dinner on board


Day 7 : Aurangabad 
After breakfast head for sightseeing Aurangabad. Visit Ellora Caves. Lunch and dinner on board the Train. The train leaves for Jalgaon.

Day 8: Mumbai
After Breakfast, check-out and de-board the Train at Railway Station in Mumbai.

Monday 25 March 2013

The Indian Maharaja Route Map

 Explore the route map of Indian Maharaja train which covers Daulatabad, Udaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, New Delhi


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Wednesday 13 March 2013

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Thursday 1 November 2012

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Covered During Indian Maharaja’s Delhi to Mumbai Journey

The first Indian luxury train to be owned by a private player, Indian Maharaja- Deccan Odyssey takes guests on a journey spanning over 8 days and 7 nights through its two itineraries- Mumbai to Delhi and Delhi to Mumbai.
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Both the journeys cover same destinations which include Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Udaipur and Aurangabad. Most of the aforementioned destinations are housed with one or more edifices that has been recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
“It is a specialized agency run by the United Nations whose purpose is to maintain peace and security in the world by promoting international collaborations through education, science and culture.” (Wiki) The conservation of natural and cultural heritage with the international cooperation in the form of World Heritage Site is one of them.

Agra Fort
Agra Fort was the seat of Mughal rulers until Shah Jahan moved to Delhi in 1648.  The fort complex stands as a testimony to several historic events and judgements that took place in the medieval era. Agra Fort was inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

Taj Mahal
A white marble edifice built to commemorate the passionate love of Emperor Shah Jahan, Taj Mahal was emblazoned as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. The structural design of this Mughal monument is largely inspired from Persian architecture especially the Char Bagh style.
Fatehpur Sikri
Built entirely by using red sandstone, the most used material in the construction of Mughal monuments, Fatehpur Sikri was built by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. The town abounds with various stunning structures such as Buland Darwaza, Panch Mahal and Jama Masjid. Fatehpur Sikri was inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986.

Ajanta & Ellora
The sheer examples of human creativity, the caves of Ajanta & Ellora were emblazoned as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. While Ajanta caves abounds with Buddhist murals, paintings and sculptured art, Ellora caves epitomize harmony between Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism.

Jantar Mantar
Designated as World Heritage Site in 2010, Jantar Mantar is a collection of unique astronomical instruments created in the reign of Maharaja Jai Singh II. It was built to study the movements of stars and orbital objects.

Friday 19 October 2012

Indian Maharaja : Delhi to Mumbai by Luxury Train

Train : Indian Maharaja
8-Days/ 7 Night Escorted Tour
Train Type :  Luxury Train

The Tour
The Indian Maharaja, in particular, has risen to be one of the most popular luxury trains in India today. The train is a virtual five star hotel on wheels and has everything, maybe more, that you normally   associate with a luxury hotel. The Indian Maharaja has 11 passenger car - each more aesthetically done than the other. Each car has up to 4 cabins which offer a choice between twin beds and queen size beds.

There are 2 presidential suites, each with its own bedroom, living room and en-suite bathroom. That is luxury exemplified! It is sometimes fascinating to see all the facilities the suites afford when space is at such a premium. And yes, you get your own butler who will be dedicated to your services.

supreme comfort aboard the Deccan Odyssey while visiting some of India’s most iconic landmarks, including seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Jantar Mantar Observatory, Ajanta Caves and Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. Soak in the beauty of Udaipur, the “City of Lakes" and search for tigers in Ranthambore National Park. history and ineffable spirit come alive as you travel from Delhi to Mumbai.

Destinations Covered:  New Delhi - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur - Udaipur - Aurangabad - Mumbai

The Itinerary : 
Day 1 : Depart Delhi
Board the train late afternoon and enjoy the first dinner on board on the lovely dinning cars.

Day 2: Agra

After breakfast visit the Taj Mahal & Agra Fort. and then after lunch in Agra continue to 16th-century Fatehpur Sikri—Great Mughal Emperor Akbar’s untouched, red sandstone capital city. Reboard the train at Bharatpur Railway Station and depart for Jaipur, with dinner on board.

Day 3: Jaipur
Jaipur the Pink City" of Jaipur Visit Maharaja Mansingh’s 17th-century masterpiece,Amber Fort, followed by the Jantar Mantar Observatory and Hawa Mahal ("Palace of Winds"). Lunch in a city hotel. In the evening take in the City Palace followed by a Gala Dinner.

Day 4: Sawai Madhopur
there will be a jungle safari in Ranthambore National Park by canter.

Day 5: Udaipur
Morning sightseeing tour of Udaipur city. Take in the colorful City Palace, followed by a boat ride on Lake Pichola (subject to water levels).lunch on board.  The train travels to Aurangabad in the afternoon.

Day 6: Aurangabad
with breakfast on board  Depart for an afternoon excursion to Ellora Caves, with 34 monasteries and temples dedicated to three great religions like Hinduism and Jainism, Buddhism, and enjoy dinner on board.

Day 7: Aurangabad
After breakfast, then visit  rock-cut cave monuments, Ajanta CavesThe rest of the day free to enjoy the train's amenities as it travels to Mumbai. Dinner is served on board.

Day 8: Arrive Mumbai
After breakfast, disembark in Mumbai

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Occupancy Type   : Silver Class  :   Gold Class  :  Platinum Class
Single Occupancy :  USD 950      :   USD 1110   :  USD 1590
Twin Occupancy   :  USD 595      :   USD 695     :   USD 995

Other:
Rates do not include 3.09% service tax.

The Indian Maharaja Facilities
1 : Cabins
2 : Dining
3 : Bar
4 : Sitting Lounge
5 : Conference Car
6 : Health Spa

Thursday 18 October 2012

A Detour of Ancient Era Through Indian Maharaja-Deccan Odyssey Train

luxury tourist train running in India, Indian Maharaja- Deccan Odyssey takes guests on an enchanting voyage through sublime landscapes of Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh with its two journeys- Mumbai to Delhi Journey and Delhi to Mumbai. One of the several destinations covered by this Indian luxury train is Ajanta and Ellora caves, each of which traces the roots of ancient Indian civilization.
Both the sites are emblazoned as UNESCO World Heritage Site and are located in the inner fold of Sahyadri hills deep into the vegetation.

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The mere glimpse of these two sites will astonish you with the creativity and artistry of Buddhist monks who carved them out from the mountains with the help of chisels and hammers. While Ajanta caves are characterized by Chaityas and Viharas featuring mural paintings depicting stories and events from the Jataka, Ellora Caves are the perfect embodiments of harmony between Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism.

Some famous caves at Ajanta and Ellora caves include
Cave 10 at Ajanta- The famous Chaitya hall containing 15 ft tall statue of Lord Buddha in a a sermonizing pose.
Cave 16 at Ellora- The Kailasanatha temple dedicated to the Lord Shiva and renowned as the largest monolithic structure in the world.

Monday 6 August 2012

Some Possible Destinations for Cultural Excursions aboard Indian Maharaja Train

The Indian Maharaja
Indian Maharaja-Deccan Odyssey, India’s first privately managed tourist train, offers two journeys- Mumbai to Delhi and Delhi to Mumbai- both of which traverse similar destinations in a vice-versa manner. Also known as the chartered version of the Deccan Odyssey train, this luxury train is operated by Travel Corporation of India (TCI). The destinations covered en route this journey include historically prominent and culturally significant destinations in Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. Aurangabad, Udaipur, Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Fatehpur Sikri and Agra are some of the destinations covered by this luxury tourist train. Enlisted here are a few tourist destinations that can be added to the itinerary of Indian Maharaja to add to its worth as an Indian cultural experience.
Chittorgarh: Rajasthan, the erstwhile home of Rajput rulers, has the largest chunk in the pie of Indian Maharaja Tour itinerary with three destinations- Jaipur, Udaipur and Sawai Madhopur. Another true raconteur of Rajputana culture is Chittorgarh. Home to the Chittorgarh Fort, the largest in Asia, Chittorgarh has witnessed several historic events during the medieval age which include the horrific incident of “Jauhar” committed by Rani Padmini and Karnavati, audacious devotion of Meera for Lord Krishna and valor tales of Rana Pratap. A stroll around the Chittorgarh fort will bring to fore several stunning edifices marked by momentous events.
Varanasi: Since ages, Varanasi has been an important centre of spiritual awakening and religious learning in India. Renowned as the spiritual nerve centre of Hinduism, Varanasi is mainly visited for its bathing Ghats flanked by river Ganges and scores of Hindu temples such as Sankat Mochan, Bharat Mata, Tulsi Manas and the most famous Kashi Vishwanath. As per legend, a bath at the sacred Ghats such as Dasashwamedh, Manikarnika and Pancha-Ganga can wash away the sins of lifetime. The cultural excursion to Varanasi reaches its crescendo after paying reverence to river Ganges through evening aarti. Varanasi must be included in the Itinerary of Indian Maharaja Train.
Pune: A quaint city in Maharashtra, Pune has undergone a sudden transformation from being a Maratha domain to a major education and industrial hub. Over the course of history, Pune has witnessed the rule of several illustrious Deccan dynasties whose symbols are sprinkled all across the city. One of the best attractions to visit here is Shaniwar Wada, the seven storey summer residence of Peshwa rulers till 1818. Although the fort was reduced to ashes by fire, its remains are still visited as a prominent tourist site. Other prominent attractions are Mastani Palace built by Bajirao for her beloved Mastani, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum housed with artifacts and armaments of Mughals and Marathas and several beautiful temples which include Chatushrungi and Pataleshwar temple. Pune must be included as a nominee in the list of possible destinations for cultural excursions aboard Indian Maharaja Train.
Although the itinerary of Indian Maharaja encapsulates the essence of India’s cultural heritage, the aforementioned listed destinations will certainly more spark in this luxury train tour. The proximity of abovementioned destinations with the existing ones is a green signal for their possible future inclusion.