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Palace on Wheels Tour |
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It has been since 1982 that the Palace on Wheels tour has graced the Rajasthan Tourism and the Indian Railways. The Rajasthan tourism Development corporation, The Indian Railways, the Tourism department of Rajasthan and the Government of India launched Palace On Wheels as a special heritage tourist train for providing a unique and memorable experience to the tourists visiting Rajasthan. Before you take your Palace on Wheels tour get to know the history of the Palace on Wheels.
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Originally the train was built for the former Indian royalty and comprised of personal coaches of the rulers of the princely states of Gujarat and Rajputana, the Viceroy of British India and the Nizam of Hyderabad. After that in the 1980s the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation, together with the Indian Railways decided on a special train to offer people a taste of the Indian past. The Palace on Wheels today is the most promoted product by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. A royal Palace on Wheels tour allows you to indulge in the extravaganzas enjoyed by the erstwhile Maharajas.
Speaking of the facilities in Palace on Wheels tour comes first the mention of the affluence and exuberance on board. The train is self sufficient with all the modern amenities. The décor of the train is such that it speaks of the culturally rich past of Rajasthan. The train exudes the royal aura that existed once upon a time. The period furniture and the elaborate costumes of the attendants make up the royal ambience.
The first stop on Palace on Wheels tour is Jaipur which is one of the most well planned cities of the world. This air conditioned coach takes you to Hawa Mahal or the Palace of Winds, a remarkable 5 storeyed building along the main street. This is followed by a visit to the Amber Fort. Shop for Jaipur’s famous jewellery, handicrafts, carpets blue pottery and textiles. Near Ajmeri Gate is located Rajasthali - the only Rajasthan Govt. Emporium selling genuine handicrafts at fixed price.
The third day of Palace on Wheels tour takes you to Jaisalmer. The yellow sandstone fort is an imposing sight, towering magnificently over the city. The fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh and eight day on Palace on Wheels tour takes you to Jodhpur, Sawai Madhopur, Udaipur, Agra and Delhi respectively.
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