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Luxury Train Tours >> Royal Rajasthan on Wheels |
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At a Glance
Royal Rajasthan on Wheels train, launched after the resounding success of Palace on Wheels train, endeavours to bring you the best of the heritage, splendour and diversity of Rajasthan. Taking the cue prom the personal salons of erstwhile princes, the cabins of this luxury trains will transport you in a different time and era yet offering stay of international standard and iconic traditional Indian hospitality.
The quaint decor of the train is reminiscent to the royal heritage of Rajasthan. Sylvan furnishing, silk and velvet bedspreads and draperies and wall to wall carpeting add to the overall luxury of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels. Sofa chairs and writing tables are also provided in the cabins of the train. Palette of soft hue adds to the elegance of the guest cabins of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels.
Gourmet dining facilities and lounge bar facilities are also available on board the train for the pleasure of the discerning travellers. Besides, an assortment of contemporary amenities and spa and fitness centre significantly add to the appeal and luxury of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels.
About The Train
Royal Rajasthan on Wheels train, launched after the resounding success of Palace on Wheels train, endeavours to bring you the best of the heritage, splendour and diversity of Rajasthan. Taking the cue prom the personal salons of erstwhile princes, the cabins of this luxury trains will transport you in a different time and era yet offering stay of international standard and iconic traditional Indian hospitality.
The quaint decor of the train is reminiscent to the royal heritage of Rajasthan. Sylvan furnishing, silk and velvet bedspreads and draperies and wall to wall carpeting add to the overall luxury of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels. Sofa chairs and writing tables are also provided in the cabins of the train. palette of soft hue add to the elegance of the guest cabins of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels.
Gourmet dining facilities and lounge bar facilities are also available on board the train for the pleasure of the discerning travelers. Besides, an assortment of contemporary amenities and spa and fitness center significantly add to the appeal and luxury of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels.
CabinsAll the 14 luxury cabins housed within the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels are set with state of the art amenities and services such as in room safe, channel music, and tastefully decorated interiors. Features such as temperature control facility, WI FI internet access, and also silk and velvet bed spreads and upholstery make the vacation all the more regal.
The salons have been categorized into Bravura Suites and the Extraordinary Suites. The guests aboard this train enjoy more space, as the number of passengers is limited. The train also has a common lounge, facilitating guest interaction of a high magnitude. And with Wi-Fi internet facility intact, you actually never lose contact with the world while on the go. There is also an intercontinental Spa facility to rejuvenate your senses and a Souvenir shop from where you can collect memorabilia and presentable as a token of unforgettable voyage.
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The Bravura Suite |
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The Extraordinary Suite |
| The salons have been named after celebrated palaces and forts housed within Rajasthan. Some of them to name here are HawaMahal, PadminiMahal, JalMahal, UmaidBhawan and Lalgarh Palace etc. |
DiningDining is a pleasure experience aboard this luxury train in India. Guests may visit any of the two eateries to relish delectable delicacies from across the country. SwarnMahal and Sheesh Mahal are two restro bars serving gastronomic delights for the palate of the guests. Both restaurants have a bar to lift your spirit up in a perfectly decadent ambience.
Detailed Itinerary
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7 Nights / 8 Days |
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Places to See : |
Delhi - Jodhpur - Udaipur - Chittaurgarh - Sawai Madhopur - Jaipur |
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Khajuraho - Varanasi - Agra - Delhi |
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Welcome on arrival (1600hrs) at Safdarjung Station New Delhi.
The luxurious Royal Rajasthan on Wheels takes you through a seven day exploration of the vibrant Rajasthan. The magic of the splendid journey begins at New Delhi and prepares you to weave the fabric of delightful imagination becoming reality over the next seven days. Your royal journey begins from Delhi and takes you through various Erstwhile Princely States. Welcome on board at Delhi with the ceremonial greetings at the Safdarjung station with traditional Aarti and Tika with garlanding and some mock tails to refresh your selves. After check in, you would be escorted to the respective cabins. Feel the difference of the World in the moving Palace which empowers luxury and tradition. At2100hrs Proceed towards your first destination of Rajasthan, Jodhpur.
Dinner and overnight stay aboard the Royal Rajasthan on wheels train.
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| Day 2 –Jodhpur |
| (Arrival: 0800hrs. Breakfast on board | Departure: 1630hrs) |
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| You will arrive in Jodhpur on the 2nd day of the journey by about 06:00 hours. Post-breakfast you will resume your Royal Rajasthan on Wheels itinerary across the city and arrive at the attractions including the JaswantThada, Mehrangarh Fort, and the UmaidBhawan Place. Return to the train by 15:30 hours to travel to the next destination Udaipur, known as the city of lakes.
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| Day 3 - Udaipur/ Chittorgarh |
| (Arrival at Udaipur: 0600hrs Breakfast on board| Departure for Chittorgarh: 1430hrs) &
( Arrival at Chittorgarh : 1645hrs|Departure for SawaiMadhopur : 2200hrs)
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At 06:00 hours on the 3rd day, you will arrive in Udaipur that houses the lake Pichola. The City Palace complex and the SahelionkiBaari are a few of the most significant attractions housed here that are worth a visit. Wind your Udaipur visit by embarking on a boat ride on the Lake Pichola.
Return to the train to leave for the next destination Chittorgarh that is located at a distance of about 112 km away. The Chittorgarh fort with its numerous towers is the most famous landmark here. Visit the fort and be a spectator to the light and sound show in the evening, organized especially for the guests of the Rajasthan Royal on Wheels.
Return to the train and carry on with the royal train journey to the next location SawaiMadhopur.
Dinner and overnight stay aboard the train.
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| Day 4 |
| SawaiMadhopur/ Jaipur |
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On the 4th day of the tour, arrive in SawaiMadhopur,SawaiMadhopur - Located in the eastern part of Rajasthan, SawaiModhupur’s claim to fame today is the Ranthombore fort &Rathambore national park. Visit the national park to catch a glimpse of the majestic tigers roaming around in the open wilderness & also pay a visit to the imposing fort to turn a page in the history of Rajasthan. There is also a temple on route the park by the name of AmareshwarMohadeo temple which can be visited by tourist. Lunch on board.
(Arrival 05.30 AM Breakfast on board or Hotel Vinayak | Departure 09.30 AM)
Jaipur - Welcome by caparisoned elephants & sweet music of the auspicious ‘Shehnai’. Watch the awesome ‘HawaMahal’ (the palace of winds), elephants ride at Amber Fort, shopping of centuries old object de arts & other items. Lunch at a 5 star hotel / on board & visit to the city palace residence of the Erstwhile Maharaja of Jaipur which houses a museum of amazing centuries-old artifacts& the observatory built by the founder of jaipur maharaja Sawai jai Singh-II who himself was noted astronomer.
Dinner hotel Jai Mahal palace withcultural program.
(Arrival 11.30 Hrs | Departure 22.15 Hrs)
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| Day 5 – Khajuraho |
| (Arrival : 1000hrs Breakfast on board | Departure: 2000hrs) |
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| You will arrive in Madhya Pradesh and more specifically in Khajuraho,Khajuraho was the capital of the Chandela Kings, now famous for its magnificent temples. The temples were built by Chandela dynasty between 950 A.D. and 1050 A.D, are example of Indo Aryan architecture. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and the Jain Tirthnkras, the temple show cases the art and architecture of medieval India. The Khajuraho temples have declared a world Heritage site. The Temples of Khajuraho are divided in to three geographical groups western, eastern and southern.
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After breakfast on train tourist will visit western group of temples which is dedicated to
Lord Shiva and considered to be the most evolved example of central Indian temple
architecture. This temple is also the largest of Khajuraho temples. |
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Lunch at Hotel Clarks,Khajuraho. |
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After Lunch visit of South group of temples and museum. |
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Return to train evening tea, rest and shower. |
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In the evening guest will witness light & sound (son-et-lumire). The show detailing the
history of Khajuraho has been introduced at the western group of temples. |
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Return to RROW, dinner on board and departure for Varanasi |
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| Day 6 –Varanasi |
| (Arrival : 0600hrs | Departure: 1930hrs) |
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| Early morning on the 6th day of the trip, you will arrive in Varanasi (Banaras) - Varanasi is the oldest city of the world. Varanasi is more than 3000 years old and known as the city of temples. The city is situated on the bank of river Ganga. The river Ganga is worshipped as a living goddess. There are more than 700 temples and 90 odd Ghats. Visvanatha temple or Golden temple is dedicated to the lord Shiva. The Ganga Ghats (River Fronts) are the most popular pilgrimage spots of Varanasi. The holy city has been a symbol of spiritualism, philosophy & mysticism for thousands of years and has produced great saints & personalities like Guatam Buddha, Mahaveer, Kabir, Tulsidas, Sankaracharya, Ramanuja and Patanjali. It was the city chosen by the Buddha for first turning the wheel of his law for mankind. |
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Unforgettable sun rise boat ride when the temples along the river front are bathed in the sun
light. Visit of Bharat Mata Mandir and BHU after boat ride.
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Return to RROW for breakfast. |
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Visit of Sarnath and Archaeological museum. Sarnath is the place where Lord Buddha
delivered his first major sermon after gaining enlighten, Chinese scholar Huieh Tsang
visited Sarnath in 640AD.
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Lunch at Hotel GatwayTaj Ganges and return to RROW for rest. |
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Evening visit of Ghat-Maha-Aarti at the Ghat Ritualistic worship (Aarti) to the river at
DahsawmeghGhat, oil lamps and incense are lit, flowers are offered and bells ring out in
unison while sacred mantras are chanted. |
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Return to RROW, Dinner on board, departure for Agra |
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| Day 7 – Agra |
| (Arrival : 1000hrs Breakfast on board | Departure: 2100hrs) |
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Agra is mostly known for being home to the TajMahal:
Visit TajMahal
TajMahal was built on the banks of river yamuna by emperor Shajahan in the memory of his beloved wife AjumandBano. The site selected for the tomb was given by the Maharaja of Amber. White marble was taken from makrana Rajasthan. The chief architect was Ustad Isa Afendi and UstadLahori. Artists were invited from Persia, Turkey and Baghdad. The work of mausoleum began in 1633 and 20,000 workers laboured for 17 years to build it. The marble walls are carved with motifs and inlaid work of precious and semi-precious stones. TajMahal is a world heritage site.
Visit of Agra Fort
This was originally made of bricks Babar was the first Mughal Emperor who stayed in this fort. Humayun was crowned here; Akbar rebuilt the fort with red sand stone and decided to make it his capital. Shahjahan destroyed some of the old buildings in order to make his own. Shajahan was imprisoned by his own son in this fort. The fort was witness of Indian mutiny of 1857. Shahjahan got the inspiration for the Red Fort of Delhi from here. Agra Fort is a world heritage site.Lunch at 5 star Hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay on board the train. Travel down to Delhi to bring the tour to an end.
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| Day 8 – Delhi |
| (Arrival 0400hrs Breakfast on board| Check out time 07.30 AM) |
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After 7 days of a roller coaster journey across some of the most popular destinations in India, this itinerary of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Tour will come to an end after you arrive in the Safdarjung railway station , New Delhi.
Post breakfast, disembark and carry on with your sightseeing tours across the country or proceed towards home
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Schedule
Mentioned below are the departure dates of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels for the season 2016-17 & 2017-18. The train departs from Safdarjung Railway Station, New Delhi between the months of October to March every year. The train schedule has been astutely planned to accommodate the climate factor for your convenience.
It is also advisable to make your reservation before time to avoid the last minute rush. |
| Royal Rajasthan on wheels Departure dates 2016 - 17 & 2017 - 18 |
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| October, 2016 |
2, 9, 16 , 23, 30 |
| November, 2016 |
6, 13, 20, 27 |
| December, 2016 |
4, 11, 18, 25 |
| January, 2017 |
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
| February, 2017 |
5, 12, 19, 26 |
| March, 2017 |
5, 12, 19, 26 |
| October, 2017 |
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
| November, 2017 |
5, 12, 19, 26 |
| December, 2017 |
3, 10, 17, 24, 31 |
| January, 2018 |
7, 14, 21, 28 |
| February, 2018 |
4, 11, 18, 25 |
| March, 2018 |
4, 11, 18, 25 |
| * Please note that owing to global recognition of this prestigious train, it is always advisable to book your space well in advance to avoid any availability problem ahead. |
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ROYAL RAJASTHAN ON WHEELS FARE
Mentioned below are the fare details of Royal Rajasthan on Wheels along with inclusion & exclusion, booking & cancellation policy for the season 2016-17 & 2017-18. The ticket price for the one week trip starts from USD 4725 per person per journey on deluxe cabin on twin sharing basis and the price would increase according to cabins type.
Royal Rajasthan on Wheels Tariff for Season 2016-17 & 2017-18
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Twin Sharing |
Super Deluxe Saloon (Suite) |
| $900 Per Person Per Night |
$675 Per Person Per Night |
$1800 Per Cabin Per Night |
| $6300 Per Person Per Journey |
$4725 Per Person Per Journey |
$12600 Per Cabin Per Journey |
PLEASE NOTE : |
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10% Surcharge will be charged on departure during Christmas/New Year. |
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Service Tax @ 4.50% will be levied on the fare of Royal Rajasthan on Wheels. |
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15 USD per pax per journey will be charged against the payment of commercial tax in addition to the tariff mentioned above. |
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Children younger than 5 years will be charged 10% of total cost (Age proof of children is to be provided, which is required at the time of issuance of tickets). |
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50% fare for the children of 5-12 years. |
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No charter is allowed to be booked during Christmas & New Year period. |
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Tariffs are subject to change without prior information. |
7 NIGHTS ROYAL RAJASTHAN ON WHEELS TRAIN TOUR INCLUDES : |
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Overnight travel & stay in luxury train with AC Sleeping chambers having private attached bathroom |
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Pre-paid group excursions & sightseeing trips in AC buses with services of English speaking Guide & monument entrance fees. |
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Bed Tea; Daily 3 meals (viz. breakfast, lunch & dinner) & bottled drinking water. |
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Entrance & still Camera Fee at Monuments & Wild Life Reserves |
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Jungle Excursion in Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve by 20 seater open to air Canters. |
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Elephant joy ride in Jaipur; Sound & Light Show at Chittorgarh Fort; Boat ride in Udaipur & Varanasi |
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Complimentary use of sharing dongle for wi-fi connectivity |
EXTRA COSTS (NOT INCLUDED) : |
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Consumption of alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages |
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Video camera fees at monuments & wild-life reserves |
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Laundry; Use of Spa facilities; tips & gratuity; porter fees; tour insurance & all other expenses of personal nature. |
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Visa arrangements for India; hotel arrangements & local tour in New Delhi. |
ROYAL RAJASTHAN ON WHEELS BOOKING PROCEDURE : |
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Advice departure dates with number of persons & cabins required |
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We require Name/sex/nationality of all the passengers to process booking. |
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In case of children< 12 years we also require date of birth. |
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Booking will be confirmed on receipt of MINIMUM 20% of ticket value as advance deposit. |
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Booking request made less than 60 days before train depart will be confirmed on receipt of one time full payment. |
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We require Passport copies of all passengers with Indian visa to issue E-travel documents. |
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Indian Nationals can forward any photo id proof (viz Passport; Driving license; Adhaar Card) |
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Saloon/cabin will be allocated on date of departure with boarding cards. |
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Advice arrival/depart details in New Delhi & interest to book Hotels through us. |
PAYMENT OPTIONS : |
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(a) Guests can pay online by Credit Card Authorization (VISA/ MASTERCARD only) |
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(b) Swift wire transfer |
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(c) Indians can pay in equivalent Rupees by RTGS/Cheque payable at par in New Delhi(India) |
ROYAL RAJASTHAN ON WHEELS CANCELLATION RULES : |
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RTDC is the Principal train tour operator & liability of Green Chili Holidays is limited to that of booking agent only. |
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Cancellation requests must be made in writing & acknowledged by us. |
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MINIMUM cancellation levy of 20% of total ticket value if cancellation request made > 65 days in advance |
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Cancellation request made between 65 to 35 days before tour depart will attract cancellation fee of MINIMUM 50% of total ticket value. |
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Passengers are liable to pay full 100% of Total ticket value, if cancellation request less than 35 days before train depart. |
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Request for change in travel date & passenger names is governed by cancellation rules |
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Cancellation rules will apply -In case payment OR documents requested are not received as per booking terms & conditions. |
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In special case-where travel date of same passengers needs to be postponed to future specific dates, Minimum US$ 100 per person will be charged & subject to approval by RTDC Authorities |
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Request for refund of advance/full payment, due to death or serious illness of passenger will be at sole discretion of RTDC Authorities. |
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In case of scheduled train tour depart ,being cancelled by RTDC authorities "due to technical reasons ;full advance received by Green Chili Holidays will be made with no further liability towards loss suffered by Passenger towards cancellation of Domestic / International air tickets; Hotel Booking & Indian visa Etc. |
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Request for refund due to refusal of Indian Visa Or Overseas passenger landing in India without proper travel documents-will be governed by cancellation rules. |
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No refund will be made in case of no-show Or self-curtailment of journey. |
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Un-willingness to follow train tour as per schedule will be non-refundable |
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At times, due to local logistics if Train tour Manager is forced to cancel certain scheduled sightseeing tours Or activities-no refund will be made to passenger |
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Request for train tour cancellation due to increase of taxes/tariff by RTDC authorities will be governed by cancellation rules. |
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Where passenger makes request for refund due to self-cancellation, it will be governed as per RBI regulations & Green Chili Holidays reserves the right to charge Service Charge of MINIMUM US$ 100 per person & refund will be made as prevailing rate of exchange. |
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Overseas guests are requests to pre-purchase Tour Insurance from country of origin of travel |
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From 3rd week of December to 2nd week of January-North India experiences heavy fog conditions at night & it is suggested to passengers to arrive at least one day earlier in Delhi |
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Liability of Green Chili Holidays is limited to that of booking agent only & not that of Principal train Tour operator |
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Liability of Principal train Tour Operator is limited to as defined in Indian Railways Act. |
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Disputes (if any) are subject to jurisdiction of courts of New Delhi (India) only. |
CLIMATE : |
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Varies from 8ºC to 25ºC between September to March and in April around 30ºC |
CLOTHING RECOMMENDED : |
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Light tropical or light woollens clothing is recommended. For dinners on the Palace on Wheels, semi-formal dressed code is recommended. |
Book Now
Reporting time is 16:30 hrs at Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station where a royal reception awaits you. This prestigious train departs from Safdarjung Railway Station at 18:30 hrs.
Please note that owing to global popularity of the Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, it is always advisable to book your space well in advance to avoid any availability problem ahead.
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