All Aboard Royal Rajasthan on Wheels - New Season all Set to Begin

This luxury Indian train will embark on its new season’s move on 7th October, 2012. Along with Royal Rajasthan on Wheels tariff and departure schedules, the train authorities have also announced the train itinerary which will cover destinations in Rajasthan along with halts in Varanasi, Khajuraho and Agra before concluding the tour itinerary in Delhi.

Emerald Suite Aboard Royal Rajasthan On Wheels

To offer a complete journey experience to the world voyagers, the destinations are precisely chosen from the vast terrain of the country. From the historical monuments to sacred temples, and from thrilling wild lands to the sempiternal world of sand dunes, every shade of India is well presented by this refurbished Royal Rajasthan on Wheels itinerary.

In its 7 nights and 8 days of royal train ride, RROW will cover diverse destinations like Delhi, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Sawai Madhopur, Jaipur, Khajuraho, Varanasi and Agra. Presenting all the hues of India into the royal platter, this luxury Indian rail makes the guests relish every aspect of their tour to the fullest extent.

Royal Rajasthan on Wheels price will start from USD 590 for a single person per night. Unlocking the casket of surprises and mysteries, this royal Indian train is ready to take the guests to a cultural venture crisscrossing the bewitching terrain of India.For more information on journeys, scheduled departures, tariff plan and booking visit the page of Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Train.

Travel aboard Royal Rajasthan on Wheels for Spiritual Enlightenment

The art of elegant train travelling in India that began with the introduction of Palace on Wheels train in 1982 has been carried forward by various luxury trains one after the other. The resounding success of Palace on Wheels train caused advanced booking for this luxury tourist train .
To meet the rising demands of luxury rail tour in Rajasthan, Rajasthan Tourism and Development Corporation (RTDC) decided to launch Royal Rajasthan on Wheels in 2009. This blog post talks about the 6th day tour on board this Indian luxury train.

Royal Rajasthan On Wheels Restro Lounge

Your Varanasi tour aboard Royal Rajasthan on Wheels begins with a cruise boat ride on the banks of river Ganges following which you will taken to Sarnath, the place where Lord Buddha first delivered his first sermons and laid the foundation stone of Buddhism.The city is famous for its Buddhist stupas and iconic Ashoka Pillar, which is also the national emblem of India.

Royal Rajasthan On Wheels Bar Sheesh Mahal

Be a spectator of the evening Ganga aarti and get mesmerized with the magical sight. The sight conjures up the images of blistering camphor lamps filling the water expanse and sadhus in saffron robes offering prayers to river goddess.

In the wee hours of morning, Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Train enters the holy city of Varanasi. One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities of India, Varanasi is often called the spiritual nerve centre of Hinduism. More than 3,000 year old, the sacred city is famous for the beeline of devotees, bathing Ghats, Banarasi silk and scores of Hindu temples.

After spending an entire day in Varanasi, you will return back on board to continue your journey towards Agra. The 6th day our will acquaint you with the religious fervor that is prevalent in India since ancient times.

Bravura Suite or Extraordinary Suite: Take Your Pick for Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Tour

The resounding success of Palace on wheels paved the way for many state tourism boards to come up with luxury tourist trains in their respective region. One of them is Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, a joint initiative of Rajasthan Tourism and Development Corporation (RTDC) and the Indian Railways. Co-incidentally RTDC are the makers of Palace on Wheels and the unprecedented popularity of this Indian luxury train among lucrative foreign tourist segment led to the introduction of Royal Rajasthan on Wheels to promote tourism in Rajasthan. Although this luxury tourist train was designed to traverse erstwhile princely states of Rajputana but it went on to include Khajuraho and Varanasi as part of cultural and spiritual excursion.

 Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Train Tour

The super deluxe saloon or Bravura Suite has been named after Taj Mahal. Guest cabins in deluxe coaches have been designed with the tint of three exquisite jewels- Ruby, Pearl and Sapphire and come befitted with elegant silk furnishings, comforter and upholstery to create an aesthetic appeal. All 13 Extraordinary Suites can accommodate guests up to 6.

On the other hand, there is Bravura Suite is more spacious than the former one and can accommodate 8 people. The 4 twin-bedded chambers in this suite have been designed in traditional Rajasthani décor. While beds are draped in silk and velvet comforters, the finely carved wooden furniture has been designed in pure Ottoman style.

Royal Rajasthan On Wheels Train Journey

These suites draw their name from two striking stones-diamond and emerald. Complementing the traditional Rajasthani décor are the state of the art amenities such as individual temperature control, electronic safe, channel music, Wi-Fi internet and 110/120 V socket compatibility. Each saloon is appointed with a personal attendant to cater to your needs and requirements.

Apart from accommodation, no other facility on board Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Tour can be differentiated in terms of refinement, facilities and space. The accommodation alternative chosen will determine your superiority as a traveler while most other facilities are just bells and whistles.

Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Facilities : A Galore of World Class Luxuries

A journey on board Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is a travelling bonanza for tourists who wish to discover the myriad colors of Rajasthan in sheer opulence. Beginning from Safdarjung Railway Station in New Delhi, the luxury train covers Jodhpur, Udaipur, Chittorgarh, Sawai Madhopur, Jaipur, Khajuraho, Varanasi and Agra before heading back to Delhi. The luxury tourist train was launched by Rajasthan Tourism and Development Corporation (RTDC) following the unprecedented success of Palace on Wheels, the queen of Indian luxury trains. Given below is the brief description of Royal Rajasthan on Wheels facilities that offer modern comforts and cosmopolitan refinement.

Super Deluxe Saloon

• The train has two restro bars- Sheesh Mahal and Swarn Mahal- serving lip-smacking Rajasthani, Indian, Continental and Chinese cuisines. The two onsite bars serve premium brands of whiskey, scotch, malt, rum, vodka, wines and Champanage among others.

• A fully equipped spa offering fine assortment of Ayurvedic therapies and massages from different cultures to revitalize your mind, body and soul. .All cabins come equipped with state of the art amenities such as room safe, channel music, Wi-Fi internet and central air conditioning.

Bar & Lounge

• Taking cue from the architectural aesthetics of erstwhile palaces of Rajasthan, the 13 deluxe saloons and 1 super deluxe saloon represents a seamless blend of traditional and modernity apparent in its ethnic décor and state of the art facilities. While Extraordinary Suites (Deluxe Saloons) are designed in themes of three exquisite jewels- Ruby, Sapphire and Pearl, Bravura Suite (Super Deluxe Saloon are themed around two precious stones- emerald and diamond.

Dining & Cuisines

• A souvenir coach set with cruet sets, embossed leather jewelry box and beer mugs among others. Adding to the aforementioned facilities of this Royal Rajasthan on Wheels is the personalized services offered by the courteous staff, which is another USP of this train.