About Palace on Wheels
Luxury Trains in India are many, but the glory of Palace on Wheels is unmatched. If you are among those travelers who wish to have a composed journey amidst all the world class amenities, then Palace on Wheels is the best alternative for you. Feel like a Maharajah of the bygone eras, experience the awe of royalty and luxury. The 7 Nights weekly tour on the Maharaja Train take you from Delhi every Wednesday evening (from September to April) and you may book the tour for minimum four Nights also. The Palace on Wheels beckons the travelers for a unforgettable experience.

History of Palace on Wheels
The name of the train is quite apt as it really takes you back in time when royal monarchs led a life marked with luxury and extravagance. The eighties herald the inception of foster creation of Rajasthan Tourism and Indian Railway when they decided to undertake a project of resurrecting some forgotten glorious heritages. The train was launched by bringing the carriages brought from various princely states together. The fascinating train offers some remarkable sites and destinations. The smooth ride leaves passengers with an amazing feeling. The train was started as a special holiday train hauled by a steam engine with its inaugural trip on 26th January in 1982. Since October 1982, it has started it regular services. This luxurious and modern train is a proud possession of broad gauge.

Highlights of Palace on Wheels
The Coaches: The 14 coaches named after former Rajput states, are in line with the aesthetics and interiors of the royal past. These 14 saloons house mini pantry and a lounge ensuring availability of hot and cold beverages, refreshments and a place to relax and get together.

Accommodation: There is very facility of accommodation in Palace on Wheels. The 14 fully air-conditioned deluxe saloons have a combination of 4 twin bedded chambers with channel music, intercom, attached toilets, running hot and cold water, shower, wall to wall carpeting and other amenities. The furniture with its inlaid motifs has been specially created for the Palace on Wheels.

Restaurants: “The Maharajah” and “The Maharani” - arte the names of two restaurants that the train has. These lavish restaurants with a Rajasthani ambiance are surely a gourmet's delight. The serving palate tickles your taste buds with Continental, Chinese, Indian and Rajasthani cuisines.

Bar: The boozers can find delight in exhaustive bar offering the choicest of spirits of Indian and international brands. Adding to the charm is a collection of books that each coach has which you pick and read.

Other Facilities: The saloons have been redesigned and decorated considering the taste of travelers seeking the aesthetic quality. Each saloon lounge has a color TV and a CD player. A satellite phone connects you to the rest of the world while you are enjoying your voyage.