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Maharajas' Express

Seven-day luxury train journey across India from Mumbai to Delhi

Illustration of Maharajas' Express

The Maharajas' Express, operated by Luxury Train Club, is a seven-night all-inclusive luxury train journey across India designed to recreate the elegance of 19th century maharaja travel. The train departs Mumbai and arrives in Delhi, stopping at eight destinations including Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Ranthambore National Park, and Agra. Passengers occupy suites with panoramic windows aboard a train designed with pneumatic and hydraulic suspension for a smooth ride. Days blend on-board dining and relaxation with guided off-train excursions: morning palace tours, walking through historic markets, wildlife safaris, and visits to monuments such as Mehrangarh Fort and the Taj Mahal. A champagne breakfast overlooking the Taj Mahal and camel cart rides across Bikaner's sand dunes are among the highlights. Local English-speaking guides accompany all activities. Full board, entrance fees, tours, and 24-hour cabin valet service are included. This trip suits luxury-seeking repeat rail travellers, history lovers, and those who prefer guided comfort over independent exploration.

What to know before you look closer

  • Alcoholic beverages are not included; camera and video fees at monuments are additional charges.
  • Travel insurance is a condition of booking, and cancellation charges apply to confirmed bookings.
  • The group accommodates up to 88 passengers; a champagne breakfast at the Taj Mahal is offered but seats are not guaranteed for all guests if the train is full.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Maharajas' Express (en route)

    Mumbai

    Check-in from 10:30hrs at the hotel. Traditional welcome and boarding at Mumbai; dinner served as the train travels to Udaipur.

  2. Day 2overnight: Maharajas' Express (en route)

    Udaipur

    Visit the City Palace complex (built 1559), a fusion of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture, followed by traditional lunch at Fatehprakash Palace with its crystal gallery. Optional walking tour of the Old Market, vintage car collection, or Son et Lumiere show.

  3. Day 3overnight: Maharajas' Express (en route)

    Jodhpur

    Walking tour of the Old Clock Tower Market and visit to Mehrangarh Fort, a 16th century palace on a rocky cliff.

  4. Day 4overnight: Maharajas' Express (en route)

    Bikaner

    Optional tours of Deshnok temples, Lalgarh Palace Museum, camel breeding farm, or jewellery shopping, followed by a visit to Junagarh Fort. Camel cart rides and a sand dune excursion with sundowner cocktails and barbecue dinner.

  5. Day 5overnight: Maharajas' Express (en route)

    Jaipur

    Sightseeing tour, elephant polo match, champagne lunch, visit to Amber Fort, and free time for shopping, golf, spa, or the City Palace.

  6. Day 6overnight: Maharajas' Express (en route)

    Ranthambore to Fatehpur Sikri

    Early morning safari through Ranthambore National Park, then breakfast on board before visiting the deserted royal court complex at Fatehpur Sikri and Jama Masjid.

  7. Day 7rail

    Agra to Delhi

    Early morning visit to the Taj Mahal, with champagne breakfast at Taj Khema overlooking the monument. Final lunch on board as the train returns to Delhi, ending the journey.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Visit the City Palace complex in Udaipur, built in 1559 as a fusion of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture, followed by traditional lunch at Fatehprakash Palace.
  • Day 3Walking tour of Jodhpur's Old Clock Tower Market and visit to Mehrangarh Fort, a 16th century palace perched on a rocky cliff.
  • Day 4Camel cart rides across sand dunes in Bikaner, ending with sundowner cocktails and a barbecue dinner.
  • Day 6Early morning wildlife safari through Ranthambore National Park before visiting the deserted royal court complex at Fatehpur Sikri.
  • Day 7Champagne breakfast at Taj Khema overlooking the Taj Mahal at sunrise, then return to Delhi as the final leg of the journey.

Included

  • 6 nights' accommodation in the Maharajas' Express
  • Full board meal plan
  • Activities on train as per itinerary
  • Off-train tours in Deluxe A/C coaches
  • Travel/catering/conducted sightseeing/entrance fees at monuments, parks, palaces
  • Local English-speaking tour guides
  • All currently applicable taxes including GST

Not included

  • Personal expenses: tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Other charges levied at parks and monuments
  • Camera/video camera fee at monuments
  • Medical expenses
  • Airport departure taxes, visas
  • Meals other than those specified
  • Insurance
  • Any other services not mentioned in inclusions

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Questions travellers ask

Is all train travel and accommodation included?
Yes. Six nights' accommodation in the Maharajas' Express, full board meals, all off-train tours in Deluxe A/C coaches, entrance fees to monuments and parks, and local English-speaking guides are included.
What cabins are available?
Four cabin types: Deluxe, Junior Suite, Suite, and Presidential Suite. All have large panoramic windows.
How is this trip guided?
Luxury Train Club provides local English-speaking tour guides for all off-train activities and sightseeing tours.
What is the daily routine?
Days combine on-board time with off-train guided tours to palaces, forts, markets, and national parks. Meals are served in two restaurant cars (Peacock and Haveli).
What is not included?
Alcoholic beverages, personal expenses such as laundry and tipping, camera and video fees at monuments, visas, airport taxes, medical expenses, and travel insurance.
Is there wildlife viewing?
Yes. Day 6 includes an early morning safari through Ranthambore National Park.

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