![]() Trivandrum, Chettinad, Mahabalipuram, Mysore, Hampi, Goa, Ratnagiri, MumbaiĪlthough I usually get money out from the ATM at the airport, India is often flagged with ATM transactions. Mumbai, Ratnagiri, Goa, Hampi, Mysore, Ernakulam, Kumarakom, Trivandrum Mumbai, Ajanta, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Agra, Delhi There are several itinerary options and if you’re hesitant to take the full eight tour there are also 4 day options:ĭelhi, Jaipur, Ranthambore, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Gwalior, Khajuraho, Varanasi, Lucknow, Delhi.ĭelhi, Agra, Ranthambore, Jaipur, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Balasinor, Mumbai. However, considering the price of a regular package tour to India the Maharajas Express fare is great value for what you get. Many of the people on our train were older as this is a luxury train in India and not suited for backpackers. Transportation to locations and local guides and entrance fees. ![]() The price includes accommodation with a private butler, all food and drink, including a well stocked bar. The junior suite is similar to the deluxe cabin but includes a seating area and desk, perfect for working.Īs no one booked the presidential suite on my trip there were only 22 cars on my trip as the presidential suite is an entire car and comes with a luxurious price tag of more than $20,000 USD. Normally I’m not fussed about washrooms but I was surprised just how much space we had. The biggest surprise was that the washroom is reallly spacious. My room was two twin beds but there is an option for a double bed for couples. Space is at a premium but I had a junior suite to myself and it was plenty of room. There are four cabin classes to choose from, each more expensive than the next: The windows aren’t completely shaded so during the day people can see inside and many are curious. Two lavishly decorated restaurants are at the centre of the train with two lounges on each side and then the rooms. There are 23 train cars including 14 guest cars, 2 restaurant cars, 2 bars and the train can host a maximum 88 guests. There are seven routes that visit 12 destinations in northwest and central India. Safari Bar – one of two lounges The Maharajas Express Luxury Train by the Numbers The Maharajas Express Train Route: 7 nights/8 daysĭay 2: Jaipur – Amber Fort, lunch at Jai Mahal Palaceĭay 3: Ranthambore and Fatehpur Sikri – Ranthambore National Park, Fatehpur Sikri deserted Mughal Cityĭay 4: Agra and Gwalior – Taj Mahal, Champagne Breakfast at Taj Khema, Gwalior Fort, Saas Bahu Temple, Jain Cave Sculpturesĭay 6: Varanasi – Silk Weaving Centre, Sarnath Ruins and Museum, Evening Boat Ride on the Gangesĭay 7: Lucknow – Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara, Rumi Darwaza and Residency, “Indian Evening” But in India there is an energy here that I’ve never experienced anywhere.īut let’s get down to the specifics first. I love Latin America because of its heart and tend to explore more of it than venturing to Asia because I’ve never gotten the same feeling from countries in South East Asia. So many people describe India with superlatives like magical, mystical, incredible and I now finally understand. The eight days I spent on the Maharajas’ Express were nothing short of magical.
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