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.

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.