Tuesday 1 November 2011

The Indian Maharaja to leave on a 168 hours luxury ride from Delhi to Mumbai on 2nd November


Indian Maharaja - Deccan Odyssey, India’s first privately managed luxury tourist train will embark on its week long journey for the month of November on the 2nd from Delhi to Mumbai. An award winning luxury train, the Indian Maharaja - Deccan Odyssey will depart from Safdarjung Railway Station in New Delhi and travel across an array of royal destinations in Rajasthan, World Heritage Sites across states and the stunning rock cut caves of Ajanta and Ellora before concluding its 168 hours ride to Mumbai..
Whereas the Indian Maharaja is being operated by the tour operators Travel Corporation of India (TCI), the catering on board is managed by the prestigious Taj Group. The train is a seamless blend of traditional and the modern which manifests itself in the ethnic décor and state of the art facilities. The train has can host up to 88 guests in its 13 guests carriages and also boasts of facilities such as restaurants, bars, fitness center and a wellness spa. For more information, you may like to visit : http://www.the-indian-maharaja.com/

Monday 22 August 2011

Indian Maharaja Facilities A journey in regal comforts


Indian Maharaja train on Move

Indian Maharaja is award winning luxury train in India adjudged ‘Asia’s Best Luxury Train’ by World Travel Awards. India’s first privately managed luxury train, the Indian Maharaja takes the guest on a whirlwind tour across vintage destinations in India in awe-inspiring luxury of its aesthetically designed interiors. The state of the art Indian Maharaja facilities complimented by the traditional hospitality make for an unforgettable ride on this award winning luxury train in India. The 7 nights 8 days tour itinerary beginning either from Mumbai or Delhi, crisscrosses through Aurangabad, Ahmedabad, Udaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri and Agra.

The Indian Maharaja facilities are one of the major highlights of this exclusive rail journey. The train comprises of 21 coaches out of which 11 are passenger cars which includes 2 presidential suites. Meticulously decorated interiors of the coaches are designed after the personal carriages used by the erstwhile maharajas of India. The interiors of the train offer seamless blend of ethnicity with contemporary panache. Reflecting the culture and art of specific dynasty, each guest cabin of the train comes with panoramic window and modern in-suite facilities such as LCD television, CD/MP3 player, channel music, wall-to-wall carpeting, attached toilets, showers and intercom among others. 

The dining on board The Indian Maharaja is a gourmet delight. Food and beverages served on board the train is managed by the renowned Taj Group of Hotels. There are two aesthetically appointed restaurants on board where guests are served tantalizing cuisines in the comforts of fine furnishing and elegant environs. A well-stocked bar with the collection of home brand of wines and liquors along with the international labels of wines and spirits offers perfect retreat to rejuvenate and rewind after challenging off train excursions. The lounge on board the Indian Maharaja train serves as an ideal catalyst to meet and know other guests. An array of rejuvenating therapies which include the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda is also provided on board by the trained team of therapists to pamper and invigorate the senses of the guests. A gymnasium is also available for the guests to work out and burn that extra calorie.

A business center is also available for on board to enable business meetings and conferences. With a capacity to accommodate as many as 50 guests, the cabin is equipped with modern facilities such as Internet, PCs, printer, fax and telephones.

Step aboard the Indian Maharaja to get a taste of the opulence and elegance which used to be the exclusive domain of the princes of a bygone era of India. Offering impeccable combination of traditional hospitality, graceful interiors and hand-picked destinations, the weeklong journey on this train becomes an experience of a lifetime. Discover the breathtaking concoctions of colors and creeds as you embark on a journey traversing some of the most significant destinations across India redolent with the flavors of the rich cultural and architectural diversity. 

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Wednesday 29 June 2011

A royal journey by Indian Maharaja


The train Indian Maharaja is a luxurious gift which comes with unparallel services and contemporary comforts.
Indian MaharajaTrain is a brain child of IRCTC and Cox and Kings India Ltd. The train provides four variant itineraries namely, Royal India, Princely India, Celestial India and Classical India. The train was launched in January 2010 is among the recent additions in the Indian royal train.  

Indian Maharaja is an imperial train housed with 23 deluxe coaches, 5 deluxe carriages and one presidential suite. The train comes with all the contemporary comforts provided in a highly traditional way makes you feel not less than a king.     

The four distinct itineraries of Indian Maharaja are:
Princely India-
 This itinerary of Indian Maharaja train is of seven nights and eight days and which takes its guests on a royal sojourn starting from Mumbai. It covers the destinations including Vadodara, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaipur Ranthambore, Agra and Delhi.

Royal India- This itinerary starts from Delhi and covers Agra, Ranthambore, Jaipur, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Vadodra and Mumbai. The duration of this tour covered by Indian Maharaja is of seven nights and eight days.

Celestial India- This Indian Maharaja itinerary is scheduled for eight days and seven nights. The imperial train Indian Maharaja starts its journey from Kolkata and covers the blissful destinations like Gaya, Varanasi, Bandhavgarh, Khajuraho, Agra, Gwalior to its final destination Delhi. 

Classical India- It is the last itinerary of Indian Maharaja train which offers a splendid tour of seven days and six nights Indian Maharaja itinerary starting from Delhi and covering Agra, Gwalior, Khajuraho, Bandhavgarh, Varanasi, Gaya and Kolkata.

Saturday 4 June 2011

The Indian Maharaja tariff


The Indian Maharaja tariff valid till April 2011
Occupancy Type
Silver Class
Gold Class
Platinum Class
Single Occupancy
USD 950
USD 1110
USD 1590
Twin Occupancy
USD 595
USD 695
USD 995

Terms and Conditions
  • The tariff given above is for per person per night and for a minimum of 7-night package .
  • All costs are subject to current Govt. Service tax which is at present @2.58 %.
  • 10% surcharge on Christmas and New Year departure.

Inclusion/Exclusion
Silver class: Dlx Saloon, conducted group sightseeing and excursions, group transfers
Gold class: Dlx Saloon, individual transfers, individual sightseeing and excursions, individual guide
Platinum class: Presidential suite, individual sightseeing and excursions, individual transfers, individual guide

The tariff includes the following:
Travelling, dining, sightseeing, entrance fee at monuments/parks/palaces, cultural programs, boat ride at Udaipur, rickshaw ride at Bharatpur

The tariff does not include the following:
Drinks, tips, laundry, video camera fees, Business Car facilities, Spa Car facilities, liquor and other items of personal nature
Booking Policy
USD 1000 at the time of booking which is nonrefundable, nonadjustable
Balance payment 60 days prior to departure
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation charges are as follows:
  • 30% of ticket value 59-45 days before departure
  • 50% of ticket value 44-30 days before departure
100% of ticket value less than 29 days before departure

Departure Schedule



Dates of Departure from Mumbai to Delhi 2011
Journey starts
Journey ends
September 28, 2011
October 5, 2011
October 12, 2011
October 19, 2011
October 26, 2011
November 02, 2011
November 09, 2011
November 16, 2011
November 23, 2011
November 30, 2011
Dates of Departure from Mumbai to Delhi 2012
Journey starts
Journey ends
January 18, 2012
January 25, 2012
February 08, 2012
February 15, 2012
February 22, 2012
February 29, 2012
March 14, 2012
March 21, 2012
April 04, 2012
April 11, 2012
*Optional flight from Delhi to Mumbai is also available

Dates of Departure from Delhi to Mumbai 2011
Journey starts
Journey ends
October 5, 2011
October 12, 2011
October 19, 2011
October 26, 2011
November 02, 2011
November 09, 2011
November 16, 2011
November 23, 2011
November 30, 2011
December 07, 2011
Dates of Departure from Delhi to Mumbai 2012
Journey starts
Journey ends
January 25, 2012
February 01, 2012
February 15, 2012
February 22, 2012
February 29, 2012
March 07, 2012
March 21, 2012
March 28, 2012
April 11, 2012
April 18, 2012
*Optional return flight is also available from Mumbai to Delhi

Indian Maharaja Train

Indian Maharaja Train

Aa train, which takes you in the world of romance, royalty, style and adventure, the Indian Maharaja is this and much more. This luxury train takes you to the captivating landscapes, magnificent hills, medieval monuments, mystical deserts and also let you know about riveting history of the country. The facilities and services of the train are often compared to the world class luxury trains like that of the Blue train of South Africa, the Eastern and Oriental of South East Asia and the Orient Express of Europe.  Voted as the best luxury train in Asia, the Indian Maharaja lets you discover the myriad colors of India is a unique and fascinating way.

The Indian Maharaja literally meaning the King of India offers you a journey into the days of yore. Recreating the elegance, flair and opulence of the lifestyle of erstwhile princes of India, this train will transport into a different era. It will make you feel like you are nothing less than the Maharaja by the kind of its services and facilities and the train is also equipped with all the contemporary amenities. There is an array of luxurious facilities offered to the guests. The train has 21 fascinating coaches including 11 passenger cars and all these passenger cars have 4 comfortable coupes, which have a fixed roof, a sloping back, 2 doors and seats for 4 people. There are two coaches for the Presidential suites also and both are having 2 coupes each. These spacious and smart cabins are equipped with wall to wall carpeting, intercom, shower, CD and MP3 player, running hot and cold water, channel music and much more.
Dinning and Winning is another important aspect, which make a train - a luxury train. The 2 restaurant cars in the train serve its guests the delicious Indian and Continental delicacies. Indian, Goan, Chinese, Maharashtrian, Rajasthani and Continental cuisines are the specialties of the chefs here. These services are carried out by the trained chefs of the exalted Taj Group. As far as the bar is concerned, the train has a well stocked bar equipped with various international brands of wines and spirits. Not only that, a complimentary bottle of wine is also given to the guests in their cabins.
The train is also ensures that you don’t have to compromise when it comes to health and wellness. There is a gymnasium aboard where guests can work out to keep them fit and fine. It has almost all the equipments, which are present in a real gym. The guests can also rejuvenate and revitalize their body, soul and mind with an array of therapeutic massages combining the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and Vedanta along with rejuvenating contemporary treatments.
For the pleasure of discerning guests, the Indian Maharaja makes certain that you are up to date with your business. The train has a separate conference car equipped with all the modern amenities. The capacity of this spectacular conference hall is up to 50 guests. As far as shopping is concerned, the train gives a chance to its guests to purchase different items onboard as well. Here, you can purchase exciting items like keepsakes, handicrafts and souvenir items and a catalogue of Indian handicrafts is also available here.
Apart from all the above luxurious facilities, there are some other exotic facilities offered by the train, which include a well stocked library, mini pantry in each room, beauty parlor, special smoking areas, television in each salon and much more. All in all, the train will not let you feel like you are away from your home by the kind of facilities and services provided by it. Rejoice in the luxury and romance of an unforgettable whirlwind tour as you chart the mesmerizing terrains of India on board the Indian Maharaja.