Luxury Train Tours

Heritage on Wheels
Duration : 03 Nights - 04Days
Destinations Covered : Jaipur - Bikaner - Haat - Gajner - Tal Chhapar - Ramgarh - Nawalgarh - Mandawa - Jaipur

Day 01 : Jaipur
The train leaves Jaipur at around 19.30 hrs. The journey begins at 1930 hrs in the evening. Tourists who reach early have plenty of time to explore the city on their own. So, before boarding the train and starting off their royal journey on board Heritage on Wheels, tourists can go round as per their wish and see the major attractions of the city.

About Jaipur
The capital city of the Rajasthan is the starting pointof a royal journey aboard Heritage on Wheels Train.

Founded by Sawai Jai Singh in the year 1727, Jaipur is a classic exemplification of the desire of the erstwhile Maharajas to do something extraordinary. Maharaja Jai Singh took special interest in the designing of this city himself. Jaipur was segregated into nine blocks out of which two were specifically reserved for the City Palace Complex and other state official buildings while the other seven were given away for public utilisation. The city was bordered by a wall which had seven gates at different points. The colour pink was used in abundance giving a lovely romantic look to the city.

Today, the city has progressed a lot from being a city of Maharajas to a modern tourist destination. Still, the royal charm doesn’t seem to leave it. Even in the day to day life, there are ample suggestions of a past that was glorious and graceful at the same time.

Arrival In Jaipur
Jaipur has an international airport of its own which operates flight to many international destinations. Tourists can land directly at the Jaipur airport. Alternatively, they can also take a flight to Delhi and then catch another flight to Jaipur. They can also drive down or catch a train from Delhi to reach Jaipur. Jaipur is 258 kms from Delhi.

For domestic passengers, Jaipur is connected to all the major places in the country like Delhi, Mumbai, Agra, Ahmedabad, Bundi, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Udaipur and Bharatpur by road. Trains from Jaipur run to destinations like Mumbai, Calcutta, Bangalore, Chennai, Varanasi, Lucknow, Agra, Mathura, Udaipur and Jodhpur.

Jaipur Attractions
Hawa Mahal, City Palace, Amber Fort, Jantar Mantar and Central Museum.

Departure from Jaipur
Tourists are required to check in and board at 18.30 hrs. The luxury train leaves for its first destination Bikaner at around 19.30 hrs. Dinner is served on board at 20.00 hrs.

Day 02 : Bikaner - Haat - Gajner
Arrival in Bikaner
The train arrives in Bikaner at around 06.00 hrs. Breakfast is served on board at 07.00 hrs. Thereafter, tourists are boarded on an AC luxury coach and taken to see the Bikaner Fort.

About Bikaner
Founded by Rao Bikaji in the year 1489, Bikaner lies in the desert region of Rajasthan. Rao Bika took almost thirty years to make Bikaner a flourishing, powerful and protected city. The city progressed leaps and bounds despite the aridness of the region because it lay on an important trade route that joined north India to Central Asia and China. The alliance with the Mughals was an important turning point in the relation of the two significant dynasties.

The walled city, which has pink as the prominent colour very much like Jaipur, is today one of the major site for tourism in Rajasthan.

Morning Sightseeing
Junagarh Fort - Built by Raja Rai Singh in the year 1593, the Junagarh Fort is one fort which has remained invincible amidst all attacks and aggressions. Its uniqueness also lies in the fact that unlike the other fortress of Rajasthan, it is not built on a hill top. Rather it is built on a plain. The main entrance of the fort is through te Suraj Pol or the Sun Gate. Within the fort, there are numerous other structures like the Chandra Mahal, Anup Mahal, Ganga Niwas and Rang Mahal or the palace of pleasure. The fort is a standing reminder of the valour and skills of the Rajput rulers.

Back to Heritage on Wheels
Tourists are brought back to the Heritage on Wheels and at around 11.00 hrs, the train leaves for Haat. The train arrives at Haat and leaves for Gajner at around 12.15 hrs. Gajner is reached around at 13.15 hrs.
Lunch -Tourists can enjoy a sumptous meal in Gajner.

Post Lunch Activities
» Camel Safari - Camel Safari is one of the prime attractions in the state of Rajasthan. Seated on the back of the ship of the desert, tourists can experience how people in the ancient times travelled from one place to another. Camel Safari is one exotic ride that gives a feeling of exhilaration and adventure simultaneously. It can be a bit tiring as well for those who are not used to it.

» Tea at the Lal Garh Palace - Lalgarh Palace is one of the major tourist site in Rajasthan. Built by Maharaja Ganga Singhji as a mark of respect to his father, Raja Lal Singhji, the Lal palace is a pretty recent construction (it was built in the year 1902). The red sand stone building is exquisitely decorated with latticework and filigree. Massive courtyards and marble pillars dominate the interiors of the palace.

Back to Heritage on Wheels
After an exciting day, tourists are brought back to the Heritage on Wheels at around 18.30 hrs. Dinner is served on board. The luxury train moves for its next destination, Tal Chhapar at around 23.30 hrs.

Day 03 : Tal Chhapar - Ramgarh - Mandawa - Nawalgarh
Arrival In Tal Chhapar
The train arrives at the Padhiyar Railway Staion at 04.00 hrs and later to Tal Chhapar Station at around 07.15 hrs. Breakfast is served on board.

Morning Sightseeing
» Tal Chhapar Sanctuary - The Tal Chhapar Sanctuary, situated in the Churu district in the north western part of Rajasthan is quiet famous for its population of Black Bucks. Originally, a hunting ground of Maharaja of Bikaner, Tal Chhapar was declared a sanctuary in the year 1962. It covers an area of 719 sq km and houses numeorus other animals apart from the Black Bucks. Prominent among these are Chinkara, Jungle Cat, Rojra and Fox. Numerous migratory birds can also be seen in this area during the month of September. Some of the names of resident as well as migratory birds are Skylark, Crested Lark, Ring Dove, Brown Dove, Blue Jay, Imperial Eagle, Tawny Eagle, Short-toed Eagle and Sparrow Hawk.

Back to the Heritage on Wheels
Tourists are taken back to the Heritage on Wheels. The train departs for Ramgarh at 09.00 hrs.

Arrival at Ramgarh
The train arrives at Ramgarh at 11.00 hrs. From there, tourists are taken for sightseeing trip to Ramgarh.

About Ramgarh
Ramgarh was founded in 1791 by a powerful Poddar merchant family who fell out with the Thakur of Churu over an issue. The place progressed well till late 19th century and was one of the richest town in the surrounding region. Today, with its exquisite temples and havelis, Ramgarh attracts numerous tourists from all over.

Sightseeing
» Ramgarh Havelis -The havelis of Ramgarh are huge, almost like a mansion. These havelis were constructed by the founder of the place, the Poddar family. With their magnificent architecture and beautiful motifs painted on the walls, the havelis are worth visiting.

» Mandawa Havelis- Mandawa havelis belong to the Goenka family of the region. The splendour of the havelis are attractive and worth visiting.

» Lunch - Delicious lunch can be enjoyed in the Mandawa Resort at 13.30 hrs. After lunch spend some time relaxing.

Back to the Heritage on Wheels
Tourists are brought back on Heritage on Wheels at 15.00 hrs and the train leaves for Nawalgarh.

Arrival In Nawalgarh
The train pulls at Nawalgarh at 1600 hrs. Tourists are taken for a sightseeing trip.

About Nawalgarh
Nawalgarh was founded by the fifth son of Shardul Singh, Nawal Singh in the year 1737. The influx of merchants in Nawalgarh made it a hugely proseperous town. The merchants built numerous havelis that have become a heritage today. Some of the most important attractions of Nawalgarh include Bala Qila (a fort), the Aath havelis (actually there are only six) and the Ganga Mai Haveli.

Evening Sightseeing
Tourists are taken for a sightseeing trip around Nawalgarh.

» Tea Break - Tea break at Nawalgarh refreshes the tourists if they are feeling low and tired.

Back to Heritage on Wheels
Tourists are brought back to the Heritage on Wheels at around 19.00 hrs. Dinner is served on board. The train leaves back for Jaipur at around 20.00 hrs.

Day 04 : Jaipur
Arrival in Jaipur
The train arrives at Jaipur Station at 06.30 hrs. Breakfast is served on board. This is the end of the journey. With pleasant memories, tourists unboard the train and proceed towards their home.

Tariff
Occupancy Type		(per person per night)	Total for 3 Nights
Single Occupancy	US $	300	900
Double Occupancy	US $	200	600
Triple Occupancy	US $	150	450

Terms & Conditions :
Please note
10% Surcharge shall be levied on departure during Christmas/New Year.
Child : Half fare between 5 to 12 years of age.
Tariff is subject to change without any prior notice.

The Heritage On Wheels Tour Cost Includes
Tariff is inclusive of cost of travel and accommodation, catering (morning tea, breakfast, lunch, evening tea and dinner). Conducted sightseeing tours in Deluxe Coaches, entrance fee for monuments, palaces and cultural entertainment.

Tariff does not include liquor, laundry, video cameras and other items of personal nature.

For Indian Travelers
Indian passengers can pay in equivalent Rupee (INR) amount, at the exchange rate prevalent at the time of payment.

Cancellation Rules
The reservation/cancellation of passengers on the Heritage on Wheels may be done as per the following terms & conditions :

Cancellation
Cancellation must be advised by Fax/E-mail/Letter to The Luxury Trains. On cancellation, refund will be made. Certain amount of the ticket value will be deducted as follows.

» 5% of the Ticket Value if the cancellation request is received before 60 days from the scheduled date of departure.
» 20% of Ticket Value if cancellation request is received within a period of 30-59 days from the scheduled date of departure.
» 50% of ticket value if cancellation request is received within the period of 15-29 days from the scheduled date of departure.
» 100% of ticket value if cancellation request is received within the period of 14 days or before the scheduled date of departure.

No refund or adjustment will be made in the event of interruption of journey by a tourist on his own after the commencement of the tour.

Relevant Information

Climate
Varies from 8°C to 25°C between October to March.

Clothing Recommended
Light tropical / light woolens.