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Maharajas' Express

Luxury train through India with butler service, cultural stops, and tiger spotting

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The Maharajas' Express, operated by Fred. Holidays, is a luxury train journey across India with five selectable itineraries that visit Mumbai, Delhi, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Varanasi, and Ranthambore. You stay aboard the train in spacious cabins while exploring the colourful sights and vibrant culture of India. The experience is fully inclusive of meals in both Indian and Western cuisines, selected drinks, a choice of cultural excursions, and access to spas along the route. A 24-hour butler service attends to you throughout, and the small group of only 14 cabins ensures an intimate atmosphere. The itinerary includes opportunities to visit the sacred city of Varanasi and to spot tigers at Ranthambore. This journey suits travellers seeking luxury, cultural immersion, and the comfort of sleeping and dining aboard a beautifully appointed train.

Price history

Across 2 checks, this price has held at £9,799 every time.

£9,7992 Sep12 Sep

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. 2 of 2 points are a live read of the operator's page.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator publishes five different itineraries but no day-by-day breakdown in this evidence; confirm the specific routing, duration, and which sites appear on your chosen itinerary before booking.
  • Optional cabin upgrades (Junior Suites, Suites, Presidential Suite) are available on request and likely incur additional charges beyond the base fare.

Included

  • Meals throughout (Indian and Western cuisine)
  • Selected drinks
  • Choice of cultural excursions
  • Access to selected spas along the route
  • 24-hour butler service
  • Porter charges at all stations
  • Bottled water

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The same itinerary is listed on more than one site. Prices and inclusions can differ; compare before booking.

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?
From £9,799 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $13,237 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is all accommodation and travel on the Maharajas' Express train?
Yes. You stay and travel on the Maharajas' Express luxury train, which has 14 cabins available in twin- or double-bedded arrangements.
How many itineraries are available?
Fred. Holidays offers five different itineraries across India, each visiting destinations such as Mumbai, Delhi, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaipur, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra, Varanasi, and Ranthambore.
Can I upgrade my cabin?
Yes. Upgraded cabins are available on request: Junior Suites, Suites, and the Presidential Suite.
What excursions are offered?
The train includes a choice of cultural excursions. Specific excursions mentioned are visits to Varanasi and Ranthambore, where there is a chance to spot tigers.

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