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The Heritage of India

Seven-day luxury train journey from Mumbai to Delhi on Maharajas' Express

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Travelogy India's Heritage of India is a 6-night, 7-day luxury train journey aboard the Maharajas' Express, one of India's most prestigious trains. The journey departs Mumbai and arrives in Delhi, with stops at eight significant destinations: Udaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore), Fatehpur Sikri, and Agra. Guests spend five nights aboard the train in private cabins with en-suite bathrooms and butler service, with one night in Agra. The itinerary combines overnight rail travel with guided day excursions to historical sites, palaces, forts, and Ranthambore National Park. On Day 2, guests take a boat ride on Lake Pichola and dine at Fateh Prakash Palace in Udaipur. Day 4 features a sundowner cocktail and barbeque at Bikaner's sand dunes with folk performances. The journey culminates with a visit to the Taj Mahal on Day 7. All meals, entrance fees, excursions, and beverages (including house spirits and wines) are included. This trip suits luxury-seekers, history enthusiasts, and travellers new to or experienced with premium rail journeys.

What to know before you look closer

  • Single supplements are substantial: Deluxe Cabin USD 6,200 (76% of twin rate), Junior Suite USD 9,400 (91% of twin rate), though Suite and Presidential Suite single rates equal twin rates
  • International and domestic air tickets are not included; arrival and departure transfers must be arranged separately
  • Professional still camera fees are charged separately; only still cameras are included

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Onboard, en route to Udaipur

    Mumbai - Udaipur (Sunday)

    Welcome Ceremony at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Railway Station, Mumbai (08:30 registration and tour briefing at Hotel Taj Mahal Palace; 10:50 train proceeds to Udaipur; lunch and dinner on board).

  2. Day 2railovernight: Onboard, en route to Jodhpur

    Udaipur (Monday)

    On-board breakfast, boat ride on Lake Pichola, visit to City Palace and Crystal Gallery, exclusive lunch at Satkar Hall of Fateh Prakash Palace; train proceeds to Jodhpur overnight (21:25).

  3. Day 3overnight: Onboard, en route to Bikaner

    Jodhpur (Tuesday)

    Arrival in Jodhpur; visit Mehrangarh Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace Museum and Jaswant Thada; walking tour and Tuk-Tuk ride at the Old Clock Tower market; cocktail dinner at Khaas Bagh, a heritage hotel.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Onboard, en route to Jaipur

    Bikaner (Wednesday)

    Arrival in Bikaner; visit Junagarh Fort in the afternoon; evening excursion to the sand dunes with sundowner cocktails, barbeque and folk dances; train leaves for Jaipur overnight.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Onboard, en route to Sawai Madhopur

    Jaipur (Thursday)

    Arrival in Jaipur; visit to Amber Fort; lunch at Rambagh Palace Hotel; dinner on board as the train proceeds to Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore).

  6. Day 6railovernight: Agra

    Sawai Madhopur (Ranthambore) - Fatehpur Sikri (Friday)

    Game drive at Ranthambore National Park; train proceeds to Fatehpur Sikri to visit the deserted Mughal city; an 'Indian Evening' with dinner on board; train arrives in Agra for an overnight stay.

  7. Day 7rail

    Agra - Delhi (disembark) (Saturday)

    Visit the Taj Mahal; breakfast on board; train proceeds to Delhi; lunch on board; disembark and bid farewell to Maharajas' Express as the journey ends.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Welcome Ceremony at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Railway Station in Mumbai; check-in at Hotel Taj Mahal Palace followed by train departure at 10:50 with lunch and dinner on board
  • Day 2Boat ride on Lake Pichola in Udaipur, visit to City Palace and Crystal Gallery, and exclusive lunch at Satkar Hall of Fateh Prakash Palace
  • Day 4Evening excursion to sand dunes near Bikaner with sundowner cocktails, barbeque, and folk dances
  • Day 6Game drive at Ranthambore National Park followed by a visit to the deserted Mughal city of Fatehpur Sikri
  • Day 7Visit the Taj Mahal in Agra with Champagne breakfast on board before disembarking in Delhi

Included

  • Accommodation in double/twin bedded cabins with en-suite bathrooms
  • All meals, soft beverages, house brands of Indian wines, beer and spirits
  • Butler service
  • Guided off-train excursions as illustrated in the itinerary, inclusive of entrance fees, still camera fee, transport and services of a guide
  • Complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water on board
  • Porterage at stations

Not included

  • Any optional tours as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Taxes, Insurance, Gratuities
  • Telephone calls, laundry, alcoholic beverages (apart from house brands served in restaurants and bar)
  • Video, film and professional still camera fees
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • International and domestic air tickets
  • Pre and post tour accommodation and any tour extensions unless specifically mentioned

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. The entire journey is aboard the Maharajas' Express with overnight sleeper cabins. All meals, beverages, guided excursions with entrance fees, and butler service are included in the per-person price.
What cabin options are available?
Travelogy India offers four tiers: Deluxe Cabin from USD 8,200, Junior Suite from USD 10,400, Suite from USD 14,500, and Presidential Suite from USD 25,000 per person (twin/double occupancy, Season 2025-2026).
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes. Guided off-train excursions are included at each stop with entrance fees, transport, and guide services. On-board butler service is provided.
How many nights are spent on the train?
Five nights (Days 1 through 5). Day 6 includes an overnight in Agra before disembarking in Delhi on Day 7.
What meals are included?
All meals are included, along with soft beverages, house brands of Indian wines, beer, and spirits. Special dinners include a royal lunch at Udaipur, a Marwar culinary dinner in Jodhpur, and a Champagne breakfast in Agra.
Are arrival and departure transfers included?
No. Arrival and departure transfers are not included and must be arranged separately.

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