Wednesday 12 September 2012

Treasures of India : Explore Royal India aboard Maharajas’ Express

There are a few countries in world with the enormous variety that India has to offer. People all around the world come to India to explore its vivid topography, age old monuments and colorful traditions. So, even if you don’t have much time in hand, you can go for a trip that offers the famous Golden Triangle circuit of India. This short itinerary takes you across Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Spanning over just 3 nights and 4 days, ‘Treasures of India’ by the luxury train Maharajas’ Express offers you unlimited fun in limited time. Beginning and concluding the journey from the capital city Delhi, Treasures of India would crisscross through three of the most renowned places of northern and north-western India- Agra, Ranthambore and Jaipur apart from Delhi. Have a quick glance at the various destinations that this journey would cover :

Delhi- This short but unforgettable Maharajas’ Express journey would commence from Safdarjung Railway Station in Delhi. After the check in formalities, the guests would be offered a royal welcome with garlanding ceremony. The city of Delhi is full of cultural diversity but amid all these a unity of thought resides. The city is well connected to the rest of the world by air transport and to the rest of the country by air, rail and road transport. Along with one of the fastest growing corporate hubs in India, Delhi is also a famous tourist destination in northern India. The welcome ceremony at the beginning of the Treasures of India journey would offer the guests a quick peek of the rich tradition of India and precisely of Delhi.

Maharajas' Express Train
Agra- Enjoy a grand brunch aboard Maharajas’ Express while the train moves towards its first destination - Agra. Situated in Uttar Pradesh, Agra is famous the world over for the World Wonder Taj Mahal. Apart from this eternal monument of love, Agra also has other Mughal architectural wonders like Red Fort, Itmad-ud-Daulah tomb etc. After reaching Agra in the afternoon, the guests would be taken to a sightseeing tour to the Agra Fort. The afternoon is studded with hi tea at Taj Khema overlooking the Taj Mahal. The visit to Taj Mahal is scheduled the next morning as this white marble monument unfolds its seductive beauty under the fresh rays of the sun.

Agra Fort
Ranthambore- To add thrill and excitement to journey, a jungle safari in Ranthambore National Park is also added to the itinerary. The train would reach Sawai Madhopur on the second day in afternoon. Ranthambhore National Park is one of the best tiger reserves in Asia. This national park is the dwelling of a host of rarest species of flora and fauna other than the tigers. During the safari, an expert guide would accompany the guests so that they can view the best of wildlife in Ranthambore.

Ranthambhore National Park
Jaipur- Explore the length and breadth of Jaipur and witness its colorful traditional heritage on the 3rd day of the journey. Jaipur has an unending list of tourist places all of which have their own history, legend and significance. The explorative tour to Jaipur begins with an Exhibition Elephant Polo Match. Afterwards, a grand lunch at Jai Mahal Palace and then a visit to the ‘sleeping beauty of Rajasthan’ Amber Fort would form the crescendo of the day. In the evening, the guests can chose to get engaged in a number of activities like spa at a palace hotel, golfing at the Ram Bagh Golf Club, shopping in the local markets or also can visit the City Palace and the Hawa Mahal or the palace of Winds.

Exhibition Elephant Polo Match
Although Maharajas’ Express - Treasures of India lasts only for three nights and four days, it never falls short to make every moment a postcard perfect memory for the guests.

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